As
a teacher I believe that staying current on the latest technologies and programs
as well as implementing these tools are essential for optimizing the learning
process for all learners. After
reviewing the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)
standards for teachers, I reflected on my current technology strengths and
weaknesses as well as how I should proceed to overcome my weaknesses. I consider myself well equipped to uphold the
first standard, which requires teachers to “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,” (2015, p.1). I
believe that I have the ability to encourage and inspire students to use
technology skills, promote creativity and model the effectiveness of communicating
with others virtually. Taking online
courses has helped me obtain this ability as I have learned many forms of
communicating effectively with my peers and instructors. These methods will play a crucial role as a
future librarian as well as a classroom teacher. I also believe that I possess the skills
needed to uphold the third standard, which is “exhibit knowledge, skills, and
work processes representative of an innovative professional in a global and
digital society” (ISTE, 2015, p. 1). I
am confident in my abilities to collaborate with the school community and educate
them on the many different digital tools that are at their disposal.
One
of my weaknesses for meeting the criteria of the ISTE Standards for Teachers is
the ability to design “authentic learning experiences and assessments
incorporating contemporary tools and resources . . .” (2015, p.1). Designing and incorporating lessons with
technology is a weakness that I aim to overcome by attending trainings and
joining local technology groups to stay abreast on the latest tools and
techniques. Beginning on a local level
and expanding to global communities will help me achieve the fifth standard,
which states that teachers should “engage in professional growth and
leadership” (ISTE, 2015, p. 2). As a
future teacher-librarian is it extremely important that I stay current on the
latest technologies and provide my students with innovative lessons that allow
for creativity. I hope to learn more
about new and innovative programs and websites such as Perzi, Wikis, and Google
Docs. I would also like to learn ways to
incorporate more technology into lesson plans and how to evaluate the
effectiveness of different technology tools and programs.
Reference
International Society for
Technology in Education. (2015). ISTE standards for teachers. Retrieved from http://www.iste.org/docs/pdfs/20-14_ISTE_Standards-T_PDF.pdf
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