Tech+Curriculum

Effective teachers model and apply the National Educational Technology Standards for Students (NETS•S) as they design, implement, and assess learning experiences to engage students and improve learning; enrich professional practice; and provide positive models for students, colleagues, and the community. All teachers should meet the following standards and performance indicators.
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 * National Educational Technology Standards (NETS•T) **
 * and ****Performance Indicators ****for ****Teachers **

Teachers use their knowledge of subject matter, teaching and learning, and technology to facilitate experiences that advance student learning, creativity, and innovation in both face-to-face and virtual environments.
 * 1. Facilitate and Inspire Student Learning and Creativity **

Teachers design, develop, and evaluate authentic learning experiences and assessments incorporating contemporary tools and resources to maximize content learning in context and to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes identified in the NETS•S.
 * 2. Design and Develop Digital-Age Learning Experiences and Assessments **

Teachers exhibit knowledge, skills, and work processes representative of an innovative professional in a global and digital society.
 * 3. Model Digital-Age Work and Learning **

Teachers understand local and global societal issues and responsibilities in an evolving digital culture and exhibit legal and ethical behavior in their professional practices.
 * 4. Promote and Model Digital Citizenship and Responsibility **

<span style="color: black; font-family: 'AGaramondPro-Regular','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">Teachers continuously improve their professional practice, model lifelong learning, and exhibit leadership in their school and professional community by promoting and demonstrating the effective use of digital tools and resources. //<span style="color: black; font-family: 'GillSansStd-LightItalic','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"> Copyright © 2008, ISTE (International Society for Technology in Education), 1.800.336.5191 (U.S. & Canada) or 1.541.302.3777 (Int’l), iste@iste.org, www.iste.org. All rights reserved. //
 * <span style="color: black; font-family: 'MyriadPro-Bold','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt;">5. Engage in Professional Growth and Leadership **