TL01

Integrate the Technology Applications TEKS within the foundation curriculum at each grade level and provide specialized courses in Technology Applications.

TL02

Offer and provide the Technology Applications high school courses to meet the curriculum and graduation requirements specified in 19 TAC Chapter 74.

TL03

Use the Technology Applications adopted instructional materials at all grade levels.

TL04

Use digital diagnostic tools for formative evaluation to monitor progress toward the mastery of instructional objectives. 

TL05

Implement research-based strategies to improve the academic achievement, including technology literacy, of all students.

TL06

Develop strategies to monitor and document progress of integration of technology into curricula and instruction and to monitor and report student mastery of the Technology Applications TEKS to TEA.

TL07

Integrate student performance data from district/state assessment instruments with electronic curriculum resources to inform and differentiate instruction for every child.

TL08

Support the use of emerging technologies aligned with state standards for developing greater levels of collaboration, inquiry, analysis, creativity and content production.

TL09

Ensure anytime/anywhere access to technology-based learning for all students by providing appropriate devices, services, and support.

TL10

Ensure that school libraries have the latest technology and online resources for student research and curriculum integration.

TL11

Support school library programs and use library standards to ensure that school libraries assist classroom teachers in teaching students, information literacy and Technology Applications knowledge and skills.

TL12

Support the use of technology to promote student-centered learning across geographic and cultural boundaries that includes business and industry.

TL13

Utilize innovative strategies for the 24/7 delivery of specialized or rigorous courses and expanded curricular and instructional offerings through the use of technology, including online and other distance learning and digital content services to meet the diverse and personal learning needs of all students.

TL14

Provide curriculum to ensure personal safety for students in a digital world and Acceptable Use Policies that specify expectations and rules for students, parents, and teachers.

TL15

Implement innovative programs that promote parental involvement, increased communication with parents and community members, and community access to educational resources.

TL16

Support teachers in developing classroom websites and online resources to share lessons, monitor student progress, and establish regular communications with parents and students.

EP01

Provide professional development for teaching and integrating Technology Applications into the foundation and enrichment TEKS through multiple delivery methods.

EP02

Provide professional development for Technology Applications courses as identified in Technology Applications Educator Standards VI - XI.

EP03

Provide training on the use of electronic tools and information to support sound, data-driven decision-making.

EP04

Develop strategies for all educators, including campus administrators and librarians, to master the Technology Applications Educator Standards I – V as access to technology and professional development becomes available.

EP05

Document progress of teachers towards mastery of Technology Applications Educator Standards I – V using the Texas STaR Chart.

EP06

Encourage participation in statewide, technology professional development opportunities.

EP07

Encourage educator participation in the Master Technology Teacher program.

EP08

Utilize innovative strategies for the 24/7 delivery of ongoing professional development through the use of technology, including online and other distance learning and digital content services to meet the diverse and persona learning needs of all educators.

EP09

Provide instructional coaches and mentors to support classroom efforts in using technology to improve learning in core curriculum areas.

L01

Incorporate ongoing technology planning in classroom, library, campus, and district improvement plans.

L02

Promote a comprehensive planning process to ensure technology plans include clear goals, realistic strategies, and critical components such as compliance with state and federal regulations, needs assessment, budget and evaluation. Identify budget and secure funding to support technology identified in classroom, library, campus, and district planning efforts.

L03

Include professional development on the integration of technology in all classroom, library, campus, and district improvement plans and measure their effectiveness using the Texas STaR Chart.

L04

Ensure a viable technology plan is written and approved prior to applying for the federal E-Rate discount program.

L05

Utilize the district technology plan to ensure technology resources promote student achievement in accordance with No Child Left Behind.

L06

Allocate at least 30 percent of technology allotment budget for professional development.

L07

Include community input into the planning and support for the integration of technology into teaching and learning.

L08

Coordinate the use of electronic data in district planning to support research-based decision-making focused on student success.

L09

Initiate and implement policies to expand parental and community access to school facilities, library resources, and non-secured data through technology.

L10

Provide instructional assistance for the effective integration of technology into teaching and learning in all school and district operations.

L11

Provide parents secure electronic access to student information.

L12

Incorporate mastery of SBEC Technology Applications Educator Standards into local educator appraisal systems.

L13

Participate in collaboration with representatives from PreK-12, higher education, parents, businesses and community to share resources and services.

L14

Create business continuity plans that ensure critical technology applications can be recovered in a timely manner including electronic student records, instructional materials, financial and personnel records, and communication systems such as email and web pages.

L15

Budget for, offer, and support expanded curricular and instructional opportunities to students via online and other distance learning.

I01

Design, install and maintain a technology and telecommunications infrastructure for communications and services that ensures equitable access.

I02

Develop innovative funding and collaboration strategies with both public and private sectors to ensure all students have equitable and anytime, anywhere access to broadband communications.

I03

Build community support for anytime, anywhere Internet access through collaborative planning, education, public information and other means.

I04

Strive to achieve and maintain a personal computing device ratio of 1:1 for both students and professional educators.

I05

Provide on-demand access to appropriately configured technology for all students and staff, including those with disabilities, in libraries, school offices, and other work areas.

I06

Strive to participate in the high-speed, high-capacity statewide telecommunications network.

I07

Maintain an obsolescence policy to ensure maximum efficiency and use of technology and infrastructure by all students and staff.

I08

Provide and maintain an infrastructure for communications with parents and community members, including year-round access to school news, educational resources, data and personnel.

I09

Provide access to digital instructional tools that meet interoperability and data accessibility standards for instruction.