Long-Range Plan for Technology

Texas Long-Range Plan for Technology, 2006-2020, lays out the framework for further implementation of technology in schools. The Long-Range Plan gives a teacher, parent or administrator a good idea of where the state sees strengths and weaknesses within it’s’ scope of technology. Having now been introduced to the plan it will help me first off in my classroom. I understand where the state sees technology going and I can stay on top of my responsibilities to make that happen. My favorite part was the Introduction to the 21st Century Learner. It gives a good example of the type of student we are dealing with today and tomorrow. Today’s learners are different than learners from even ten years ago. The Texas Long-Range Plan lays out how we will help the new learners in the classroom. As an administrator, this new information will help me know what will be expected from my campus when it comes to technology. Also, it shows me want the state is willing to do funding wise to help my campus implement more technology in the classroom.