Section

ISTE NETS*T Standard/NCTE Standard

Target

Acceptable

Not Acceptable

Introduction

ISTE NETS*T Standard

5.  Teachers use technology to enhance their productivity and professional practice. Teachers:

·         use technology resources to engage in ongoing professional development and lifelong learning

·         continually evaluate and reflect on professional practice to make informed decisions regarding the use of technology in support of student learning

·         apply technology to increase productivity

·         use technology to communicate and collaborate with peers, parents, and the larger community in order to nurture student learning

In the portfolio introduction, the author (in addition to meeting the standards):

·         explains how the course will influence his/her future teaching

·         explicitly reflects on pedagogical theories

·         exhibits positive attitudes toward technology uses that support lifelong learning, collaboration, personal pursuits, and productivity

In the portfolio introduction, the author:

·         coherently introduces and contextualizes the portfolio

·         demonstrates the use of technology to enhance his/her productivity and professional practice

In the portfolio introduction, the author fails to:

·         coherently introduce and contextualize the portfolio

·         demonstrate the use of technology to enhance his/her productivity and professional practice

ISTE NETS*T Standard

6.  Teachers understand the social, ethical, legal, and human issues surrounding the use of technology in PK-12 schools and apply those principles in practice. Teachers:

·         model and teach legal and ethical practice related to technology use.

·         apply technology resources to enable and empower learners with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, and abilities.

·         identify and use technology resources that affirm diversity

·         promote safe and healthy use of technology resources.

·         facilitate equitable access to technology resources for all students.

NCTE Standards

2.5  Candidates make meaningful connections between the ELA curriculum and developments in culture, society, and education.

3.6  Candidates demonstrate knowledge of the range and influence of print and nonprint media and technology in contemporary culture. 

3.7  Candidates demonstrate knowledge of research theory and findings in ELA.

English Department Goals

2.  English majors will write thoughtfully, coherently, and persuasively.

In addition to meeting the standards, the author:

·         uses apt references to and support from scholarly research and/or classroom practices (future or current)

·         shows evidence of technology use throughout his or her writing process

·         contributes to the scholarship of teaching and learning in the profession

The author:

·         demonstrates understanding of the social, ethical, legal, and human issues surrounding the use of technology in PK-12 schools and apply those principles in practice

·         makes meaningful connections between the ELA curriculum and developments in culture, society, and education

·          demonstrates knowledge of the range and influence of print and nonprint media and technology in contemporary culture

·         demonstrates knowledge of research theory and findings in ELA

The author fails to:

·         demonstrate understanding of the social, ethical, legal, and human issues surrounding the use of technology in PK-12 schools and apply those principles in practice

·         make meaningful connections between the ELA curriculum and developments in culture, society, and education

·          demonstrate knowledge of the range and influence of print and nonprint media and technology in contemporary culture

·         demonstrate knowledge of research theory and findings in ELA

Evidence of Engagement
ISTE NETS*T Standard
1.  Teachers demonstrate a sound understanding of technology operations and concepts. Teachers:

·         demonstrate introductory knowledge, skills, and understanding of concepts related to technology

·         demonstrate continual growth in technology knowledge and skills to stay abreast of current and emerging technologies.

NCTE Standard

3.2  Candidates demonstrate knowledge of the practices of oral, visual, and written literacy.

English Department Goal

In this section, the author (in addition to meeting the standards):

·         persuades the reader in a formal introduction of the authors’ level of and consistency in engagement with class material

·         includes all relevant evidence, grouped by logical means

In this section, the author demonstrates:

·         a sound understanding of technology operations and concepts

·         knowledge of the practices of oral, visual, and written literacy

In this section, the author fails to demonstrate:

·         a sound understanding of technology operations and concepts

·         knowledge of the practices of oral, visual, and written literacy

Lesson Plans and Unit/Project Plans

ISTE NETS*T Standards

2.  Teachers plan and design effective learning environments and experiences supported by technology. Teachers:

·         design developmentally appropriate learning opportunities that apply technology-enhanced instructional strategies to support the diverse needs of learners.

·         apply current research on teaching and learning with technology when planning learning environments and experiences.

·         identify and locate technology resources and evaluate them for accuracy and suitability.

·         plan for the management of technology resources within the context of learning activities.

·         plan strategies to manage student learning in a technology-enhanced environment.

3. Teachers implement curriculum plans that include methods and strategies for applying technology to maximize student learning. Teachers:

·         facilitate technology-enhanced experiences that address content standards and student technology standards.

·         use technology to support learner-centered strategies that address the diverse needs of students.

·         apply technology to develop students' higher order skills and creativity.

·         manage student learning activities in a technology-enhanced environment.

4.  Teachers apply technology to facilitate a variety of effective assessment and evaluation strategies. Teachers:

·         apply technology in assessing student learning of subject matter using a variety of assessment techniques.

·         use technology resources to collect and analyze data, interpret results, and communicate findings to improve instructional practice and maximize student learning.

·         apply multiple methods of evaluation to determine students' appropriate use of technology resources for learning, communication, and productivity.

NCTE Standards

2.1  Candidates create an inclusive and supportive learning environment in which all students can engage in learning.

2.4 Candidates use practices designed to assist students in developing habits of critical thinking and judgment.

4.1  Candidates examine and select resources for instruction such as textbooks, other print materials, videos, films, records, and software, appropriate for supporting the teaching of ELA.

4.2  Candidates align curriculum goals and teaching strategies with the organization of classroom environments and learning experiences to promote whole-class, small-group, and individual work.

4.3  Candidates integrate interdisciplinary teaching strategies and materials into the teaching and learning process for students.

4.6  Candidates engage students in critical analysis of different media and communications technologies.

In addition to meeting the standards, the author:

·         thoroughly analyzes the lesson(s) by articulating the pedagogical theories that underpin the lesson

·         revises plans based on reflection and feedback

·         writes the lesson(s) so that a qualified substitute could carry out the lesson(s).

The author:

·         plans and designs effective learning environments and experiences supported by technology

·         implements curriculum plans that include methods and strategies for applying technology to maximize student learning

·         applies technology to facilitate a variety of effective assessment and evaluation strategies

·         creates an inclusive and supportive learning environment in which all students can engage in learning

·         uses practices designed to assist students in developing habits of critical thinking and judgment

·         examines and selects resources for instruction such as textbooks, other print materials, videos, films, records, and software, appropriate for supporting the teaching of ELA

·         aligns curriculum goals and teaching strategies with the organization of classroom environments and learning experiences to promote whole-class, small-group, and individual work

·         integrates interdisciplinary teaching strategies and materials into the teaching and learning process for students

·         engages students in critical analysis of different media and communications technologies.

The author fails to:

·         plan and design effective learning environments and experiences supported by technology

·         implement curriculum plans that include methods and strategies for applying technology to maximize student learning

·         apply technology to facilitate a variety of effective assessment and evaluation strategies

·         create an inclusive and supportive learning environment in which all students can engage in learning

·         use practices designed to assist students in developing habits of critical thinking and judgment

·         examine and select resources for instruction such as textbooks, other print materials, videos, films, records, and software, appropriate for supporting the teaching of ELA

·         align curriculum goals and teaching strategies with the organization of classroom environments and learning experiences to promote whole-class, small-group, and individual work

·         integrate interdisciplinary teaching strategies and materials into the teaching and learning process for students

·         engage students in critical analysis of different media and communications technologies.