Action Plan for Technology Innovation

This paper has two four-page sections. Instructions also attached in PDF format.

Action plan = proposing implementation of appropriate and relevant technology, evaluating that technology in terms of meeting diverse needs of students, and analyzing the implications of initiating this change.

This assessment will apply the theoretical foundations and best practices for educational innovation with technology. In the assessment, address how to bring about change within a school and how to implement specific technologies in an action plan.

Demonstration of Proficiency
By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and assessment criteria:

Competency: Develop plans for innovative practices that help meet the needs of diverse learners.
Explain why the proposed technology is expedient, appropriate, and relevant to the specific educational setting.
Evaluate how the proposed technology is most appropriate for meeting the diverse needs of students.
Analyze the implications of initiating the proposed technology innovation through an action plan.
Present a rationale for action plan decisions, including the choice of who to involve and how to involve them, the timeline for implementation steps, and required resources.
Instructions

Part 1: Evaluation and Analysis
Submit a 4–5-page paper in which you:

Describe briefly the technology you are proposing to implement through your action plan.
Provide a rationale for why this technology is expedient, appropriate, and relevant to your school.
Base this determination on collaborations with stakeholders at the school or on publicly accessible data through the school or district Web site or community publications.
Evaluate how this technology is most appropriate for meeting the diverse needs of students, including cultural background, developmental and readiness levels, language, speed of learning, access to technology, and so on. For example, how might the appropriateness of the technology be affected if students only have access to technology via smart phones rather than having access to laptops or iPads?