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Product Identifiers

PublisherCorwin Press

ISBN-101412949483

ISBN-139781412949484

eBay Product ID (ePID)127341211

Product Key Features

Number of Pages120 Pages

Publication NameLeading the Technology-Powered School

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2011

SubjectLeadership, Computers & Technology, General

TypeNot Available

AuthorMarilyn L. Grady

Subject AreaReference, Education

FormatBook, Other

Dimensions

Item Height0.3 in

Item Weight9 Oz

Item Length10 in

Item Width7 in

Additional Product Features

LCCN2011-001805

ReviewsThe topic is timely and this book is practical and relevant to K â€œ12 schools across the country., Marilyn Grady establishes why it is important for principals to know and show the use of current technology. A straightforward and easy read on what it takes to become a tech savvy leader in today'e(tm)s educational setting., Marilyn Grady establishes why it is important for principals to know and show the use of current technology. A straightforward and easy read on what it takes to become a tech savvy leader in today's educational setting., Marilyn Grady establishes why it is important for principals to know and show the use of current technology. A straightforward and easy read on what it takes to become a tech savvy leader in todaye(tm)s educational setting., "Marilyn Grady establishes why it is important for principals to know and show the use of current technology. A straightforward and easy read on what it takes to become a tech savvy leader in today "s educational setting.", "Marilyn Grady establishes why it is important for principals to know and show the use of current technology. A straightforward and easy read on what it takes to become a tech savvy leader in today's educational setting." -- Nathan Flansburg, Principal "The topic is timely and this book is practical and relevant to K-12 schools across the country." -- Minjuan Wang, Associate Professor of Educational Technology "This book provides the busy school leader an easy-to-follow manuscript for promoting technology use at the campus level. It includes a litany of anecdotal stories and quotes that the author uses to provide insight into the connection between effective technology use and student achievement." -- Christopher Moersch, This book provides the busy school leader an easy-to-follow manuscript for promoting technology use at the campus level. It includes a litany of anecdotal stories and quotes that the author uses to provide insight into the connection between effective technology use and student achievement.

Dewey Edition22

IllustratedYes

Dewey Decimal371.330973

Table Of ContentAcknowledgments About the Author Introduction Organization Special Features 21st Century I. Human Capital 1. The Principal as Technology Leader Support Technology Use Action Agenda Resources 2. Teachers: The Magic Link Between Technology and Students Technology Use Generational Shift Action Agenda Resources 3. The Technology Leadership Team The Technology Specialist The Technology Leadership Team Action Agenda Resources II. Core Issues 4. Professional Development Action Agenda 5. Cyberspace Leadership Cybersafety Leadership Action Agenda 6. Assessment: Technology Skills and Knowledge Action Agenda III. Questions and Reflections 7. Questions and Reflections Technology Trends References Index

Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional

Synopsis"A straightforward and easy read about what it takes to become a tech savvy leader in todays educational setting." --Nathan Flansburg, PrincipalValentine Hills Elementary School, Arden Hills, MN "The topic is timely and this book is practical and relevant to K-12 schools across the country. The tables, checklists, rubrics, research-based models, and website recommendations are terrific." --Minjuan Wang, Associate Professor of Educational TechnologySan Diego State University Dont just ride the technology train - drive it Todays children would rather text than talk, use apps instead of maps, and carry their phones, computers, cameras, and stereos in their palms. They need an active classroom, interdisciplinary curriculum, and project-based instruction that mirrors their lives outside the classroom. Author Marilyn L. Grady offers a cut-to-the-chase approach for busy principals who want to successfully lead with technology for enhanced student learning. This helpful resource shows school leaders how to Develop a technology leadership team Implement professional development Assess technical needs, student learning, and teacher performance Address cyber safety effectively Included are field-tested tools in digestible "bytes" that bridge theory and practice, including a Principals Exploration Agenda that outlines how to build capacity by taking just 15 minutes a day to explore recommended websites and blogs. Staying ahead of the technology curve is essential, and this book is written with an understanding that changes in technology are constant. The variety of principal experiences and vignettes will show you how to guide the way as your schools chief instructional leader., Don't just ride the technology train - drive it Today's children need an active environment, interdisciplinary curriculum, and project-based instruction that mirrors their lives outside the classroom. This book offers a cut-to-the-chase approach for busy principals who want to successfully stay ahead of the technology curve to enhance student learning. Filled with strategies and tools, this helpful resource shows school leaders how to: Develop a technology leadership team Implement professional development Assess technical needs, student learning, and teacher performance Address cyber safety effectively Included are checklists and a roadmap to building capacity by investing 15 minutes each day., "A straightforward and easy read about what it takes to become a tech savvy leader in today's educational setting." -Nathan Flansburg, Principal Valentine Hills Elementary School, Arden Hills, MN "The topic is timely and this book is practical and relevant to K-12 schools across the country. The tables, checklists, rubrics, research-based models, and website recommendations are terrific." -Minjuan Wang, Associate Professor of Educational Technology San Diego State University Don't just ride the technology train - drive it Today's children would rather text than talk, use apps instead of maps, and carry their phones, computers, cameras, and stereos in their palms. They need an active classroom, interdisciplinary curriculum, and project-based instruction that mirrors their lives outside the classroom. Author Marilyn L. Grady offers a cut-to-the-chase approach for busy principals who want to successfully lead with technology for enhanced student learning. This helpful resource shows school leaders how to Develop a technology leadership team Implement professional development Assess technical needs, student learning, and teacher performance Address cyber safety effectively Included are field-tested tools in digestible "bytes" that bridge theory and practice, including a Principal's Exploration Agenda that outlines how to build capacity by taking just 15 minutes a day to explore recommended websites and blogs. Staying ahead of the technology curve is essential, and this book is written with an understanding that changes in technology are constant. The variety of principal experiences and vignettes will show you how to guide the way as your school's chief instructional leader.

LC Classification NumberLB1028.3.G723 2011