Robert Ives

A Matrix of Standards

from the Connecticut Common Core of Teaching (CCCT), the Performance Indicators of the Connecticut Teacher Technology Competencies (CTTC), and the ISTE (International Society for Technology in Education) National Educational Technology Standards (NETS) and Performance Indicators for the Educational Technology Foundations for All Teachers also posted separately at http://www.easternct.edu/depts/edu/edtech/edtechmatrix.htm Candidates should complete the Portfolio Evidence column as a guide for the evaluators as they assess the portfolio.

Standards: NETS-T, CTTC, CCCT.

Teachers:

EVIDENCE

Foundational Knowledge

I. TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS AND CONCEPTS: Teachers demonstrate a sound understanding of technology operations and concepts. (NETS-T)

I. Educational Technology Concepts and Operations – Awareness and Use (CTTC)

1. Teachers have knowledge of Students (CCCT)

1. Teachers have knowledge of Content (CCCT)

 

A. Demonstrate introductory knowledge, skills, and understanding of concepts related to technology. (NETS-T)

Appendix A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, K, L, N, O, P, Q, W

B. Demonstrate continual growth in technology knowledge and skills to stay abreast of current and emerging technologies. (NETS-T)

E. Demonstrate awareness of emerging technologies. (CTTC)

Appendix A, B, C, D, E, F, G, I, K, L, M, N, O, Q, W

A. Demonstrate an understanding of research and potential applications of educational technology as it impacts student learning and instruction. (CTTC)

Appendix A, B, D, E, F, I, J, K, N, W

B. Demonstrate an understanding of organizational issues related to the application of technology in education.

D. Demonstrate awareness of network capabilities and electronic communications. (CTTC)

Appendix A, B, E, F, G, H, I, T, U

C. Apply problem solving strategies to issues involving teaching and learning with technology. (CTTC)

Appendix E, F, O, P, Q, T, U, V, W

1. Understand how students learn and develop.(CCCT)

Appendix A, D, E, F, I, J, K, N, P, W

2. Understand how students differ in their approaches to learning. CCCT)

Appendix A, D, E, F, I, J, K

 3. Are proficient in reading, writing and mathematics. (CCCT)

Appendix A, D, E, F, J, N

 4. Understand the central concepts and skills, tools of inquiry and structures of the discipline(s) they teach. (CCCT)

Appendix A, B, C, D, E, F, I, J, K, L, M

Planning and Designing Instruction

II. PLANNING AND DESIGNING LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS AND EXPERIENCES: Teachers plan and design effective learning environments and experiences supported by technology. (NETS-T)

A. design developmentally appropriate learning opportunities that apply technology-enhanced instructional strategies to support the diverse needs of learners. (NETS-T) 

6. Recognize the need to vary their instructional methods. (CCCT)

Appendix A, B, D, E, F, I, J, K, L, N, W

I. Teachers have knowledge of Pedagogy & Planning(CCCT)

B. Apply current research on teaching and learning with technology when planning learning environments and experiences. (NETS-T)

Appendix A, B, D, E, F, W

 

C. Identify and locate technology resources and evaluate them for accuracy and suitability. (NETS-T)

Appendix E, F, N, P, W

 

D. Plan for the management of technology resources within the context of learning activities. (NETS-T)

Appendix A, B, D, E, F, I, N, P, W

 

E. Plan strategies to manage student learning in a technology-enhanced environment. (NETS-T)

C. Manage the use of technology in the classroom for learning. (CTTC)

5. Know how to design and deliver instruction. (CCCT)

Appendix A, B, C, D, E, F, I, J, M, N, P, W, X

II. Creating Environments for Learning

A. Create learning experiences that align with state content standards, student information and technology standards and best practices. (CTTC)

Appendix A, B, D, E, F, G, I, J, K, P

 

B. Create new learning environments and develop new roles of teacher and learner. (CTTC)

Appendix A, E, F, I, J, M

II. Teachers apply this knowledge by planning (CCCT)

1. Plan instruction based upon knowledge of subject matter, students, the curriculum and the community. (CCCT)

Appendix A, B, D, E, F, I, J, K

 

2. Select and/or create learning tasks that make subject matter meaningful to students. (CCCT)

Appendix A, B, D, E, F, I, J, W

II. Teachers apply this knowledge by instructing (CCCT)

3. Establish and maintain appropriate standards of behavior and create a positive learning environment that shows a commitment to students and their successes. (CCCT)

Appendix G, L, W, X

Phil. Of Ed.

 

Teaching and the Curriculum

 

 

III. TEACHING, LEARNING, AND THE CURRICULUM: Teachers implement curriculum plans, that include methods and strategies for applying technology to maximize student learning. (NETS-T)

A. Facilitate technology-enhanced experiences that address content standards and student technology standards. (NETS-T)

Appendix A, B, D, E, F, I, J, W

 

B. Use technology to support learner-centered strategies that address the diverse needs of students. (NETS-T)

E. Use technologies to support student centered learning strategies for all students. (CTTC)

Appendix A, E, F, M

II. Teachers apply this knowledge by instructing (CCCT)

C. Apply technology to develop students' higher order skills and creativity. (NETS-T) 

6. Employ a variety of instructional strategies that enable students to think critically, solve problems and demonstrate skills. (CCCT)

Appendix A, D, E, F, I, J

 

D. Manage student learning activities in a technology-enhanced environment.(NETS-T)

Appendix A, C, D, E, F, I, W

II.   Creating Environments for Learning

II. Teachers apply this knowledge by instructing (CCCT)

4. Create instructional opportunities that support students’ academic, social and personal development (CCCT)

Appendix A, B, D, E, F, I, J, W

 

5. Use effective verbal, nonverbal and media communications techniques which foster individual and collaborative inquiry. (CCCT)

Appendix B, E, F, M, W

Assessment of Teaching and Learning

IV. ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION: Teachers apply technology to facilitate a variety of effective assessment and evaluation strategies. (NETS-T)

A. Apply technology in assessing student learning of subject matter using a variety of assessment techniques. (NETS-T) 

D. Use technology resources to better assess and understand students’ needs and abilities in order to improve instructional practice and maximize student learning. (CTTC)

Appendix A, E, F, I, J, L, W

 

 

 

 

 

 

B. Use technology resources to collect and analyze data, interpret results, and communicate findings to improve instructional practice and maximize student learning. (NETS-T) 

C.  Use technology to collect and manage data related to teaching and learning. (CTTC)

Appendix A, E, F, H, J, L, O, R

II. Teachers apply this knowledge by assessing and adjusting. (CCCT)

C. Apply multiple methods of evaluation to determine students' appropriate use of technology resources for learning, communication, and productivity. (NETS-T) 

7. Use various assessment techniques to evaluate student learning and modify instruction as appropriate. (CCCT)

Appendix E, F, J, L

Productivity and Professional Practice

V. PRODUCTIVITY AND PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE: Teachers use technology to enhance their productivity and professional practice. (NETS-T)
Teachers:

A. Use technology resources to engage in ongoing professional development and lifelong learning. (NETS-T)

D.  Identify, use and evaluate technology to support the learning process for all students through ongoing professional development. (CTTC)

4. Seek out opportunities to grow professionally. (CCCT)

Appendix N, O, P, Q, R, T, U, V

III. Teachers demonstrate professional responsibility through reflection and continuous learning. (CCCT)

B. Continually evaluate and reflect on professional practice to make informed decisions regarding the use of technology in support of student learning. (NETS-T)

3. Continually engage in self-evaluation of the effects of their choices and actions on students and the school community. (CCCT)

Appendix N, O, P, Q, R, S, V

 

C. Apply technology to increase productivity. (NETS-T)

Appendix A, H, Q, R, T, U, V

III.  Productivity and Professional Practice

D. Use technology to communicate and collaborate with peers, parents, and the larger community in order to nurture student learning. (NETS-T)

A.  Use educational technology to communicate/ collaborate with students, parents, and teachers. (CTTC)

B.  Use online resources to communicate/collaborate with school community (students, parents & teachers) and global community. (CTTC)

Appendix C, G, H, L, R, T, U, X

 

III. Teachers demonstrate professional responsibility through leadership and collaboration. (CCCT) 

   5.Teachers serve as leaders in the school community.(CCCT)

Appendix G, T, U, W, X

 

   6.Teachers demonstrate a commitment to their students and a passion for improving their profession.(CCCT)

Appendix, H, Q, R, T, U, V, W, X

VI. SOCIAL, ETHICAL, LEGAL, AND HUMAN ISSUES.

VI. SOCIAL, ETHICAL, LEGAL, AND HUMAN ISSUES: Teachers understand the social, ethical, legal, and human issues surrounding the use of technology in PK-12 schools and apply those principles in practice.(NETS-T)

A. Model and teach legal and ethical practice related to technology use. (NETS-T)

A.  Understand, model and teach the legal and the ethical practices regarding information and educational technology. (CTTC)

Appendix U, W, X

Narrative 6

IV.   Social, Legal, Ethical and Human Issues (CTTC)

B. Apply technology resources to enable and empower learners with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, and abilities. (NETS-T)

C.  Use technology to enable and empower learners with diverse cultures, characteristics, abilities and socio-economic backgrounds.  (CTTC)

 

Appendix E, F, G

 

C. Identify and use technology resources that affirm diversity. (NETS-T)

Appendix E, F, U

 

D. Promote safe and healthy use of technology resources. (NETS-T)

B.  Model and teach safe, healthy practices of technology use. (CTTC)

Appendix U, W, X

Narrative 6

 

E. Facilitate equitable access to technology resources for all students. (NETS-T)

Appendix U, W

Phil. Ed., Narrative 6

III. Teachers demonstrate professional responsibility through professional and ethical. (CCCT)

1. Conduct themselves as professionals in accordance with the Code of Professional Responsibility for Teachers (*Section 10-145D-400a of the Connecticut Certification Regulations). (CCCT)

2. Share responsibility for student achievement and well-being. (CCCT)

Appendix D, L, M, S, U, W, X

Narrative 5, Narrative 6

 

 

 

Back to Front Page