Tech Plans

I was glad to have had a reason to read the tech plan because it wasn't the most readable document I've ever encountered. Having waded through it once will make it easier to digest when teachers are called upon for input in it, which is both inevitable and desirable. A weakness in our plan was demonstrating the links between student achievement and technology. Teacher-leaders should have a role in developing this plan, because it will guide the technology we have available to us in the coming years. Teachers will need to do a better job of documenting how technology supports learning standards to provide support for the district's commitment to technology.
I have an interest in using technology in the classroom, and use it in dozens of ways each week. I have used WebCT and am now using Moodle. I would like to do things in this class that would tie in with Moodle. With a Moodle server at Abingdon, the teachers have a great platform for distributing their classroom content: podcasts, videos, RSS feeds, Flash, Powerpoints, etc. Moodle also allows distribution of SCORM packages -- which can combine all these bells and whistles into instant lessons. I have just begin researching these things, and would like to learn more about them.

I echo the comments of several other members in wanting to express my appreciation for seeing the "big picture" of the cohort's course of study. I had never heard the degree requirements and required courses, spelled out. It's nice to see what's ahead.