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Technology Planning
http://schoolcomputing.wikia.com/wiki/Technology_Planning
Technology Planning ... a wiki
-Websites for Technology Planning
-Comments from the ISED list-serv on technology plans
-Examples of school technology plans
-Tech Department Efficiency Analysis
-TCO Analysis Total Cost of Ownership

Harnessing Technology for Next Generation Learning (UK)
http://tinyurl.com/aldm5r
Harnessing Technology for Next Generation Learning: Children, schools and families implementation plan 2009-2012
"This implementation plan outlines the strategic ambitions for technology in the Children, schools and families sector.
The plan forms an important part of Becta's work to update 'Harnessing Technology' and supports national priorities including improving achievement and narrowing attainment gaps, engaging disadvantaged and vulnerable children and young people and developing the capacity, quality and efficiency of provision."

Reflection Tool
http://etoolkit.org/etoolkit/reflection/about
The Reflection Tool presents questions that are designed to help you reflect on your skills in technology integration and to identify areas for growth. These questions are based on the Technology Standards for School Administrators developed by the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) and the Skills Framework developed by the Consortium for School Networking (COSN).
When you respond to a questionnaire, please answer each question as honestly as you can.
You will be the only person who sees your individual results. When you have finished, your responses will generate a profile for self-reflection. You can then view links to resources that your responses indicate might be helpful to you and store them with your personal resources.

ICT National policies & case studies
http://tinyurl.com/3u6uma
ICT National policies & case studies
"This website provides links to summarised information on a selection of National Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Policies, as well as case studies demonstrating development impact and lessons learned on the practical implementation of ICT for development (ICT4D). There are more than 25 national policies and 24 case studies of different countries available at this website, with a particular focus on three sectors: agriculture, education and health. This website is an interesting read for ICT4D practitioners and policy makers."
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Zimbabwe | Uganda | Tanzania | Nepal National ICT PolicyMalawi National StrategyGuyana ational Strategy | Azerbaijan National ICT Strategy | Rwanda National ICT Policy | Rits/Sampa.org: Internet Access and Effective Use by Third-Sector Organizations in Brazil | Case Study: Leland Initiative Activities in Uganda | Information and Communication Technologies for Development (Acacia): The Case of South Africa | Information and Communication Technologies for Development (Acacia): The Case of Senegal | Lebanon Sectoral Policy - Education | Yemen Sectoral Policy - Education | Namibia Sectoral Policy - Education | Malaysia National Education Policy | Cambodia National Education Policy | Antigua and Barbuda National Education Policy | Thailand | Qatar | Nigeria | Mozambique | Mongolia National Strategy | Kenya | Gambia | Ethiopia | Estonia | Botswana | Afghanistan | The Yemeni High School Internet Pilot Project | A Critical Analysis of the Adoption and Utilization of the Internet in Thailand for Educational Purposes | Ghana | Case Study: Jordan Education Initiative | Fiji |

YIS : IT Department Policy Docs (jp)
http://yisitd.pbwiki.com/IT-Department-Policy---Operations-Documents
Yokohama International School ... IT Department Policy Operations Documents

ISTE's National Educational Technology Standards (NETS)
http://www.iste.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=NETS
ISTE's National Educational Technology Standards (NETS) USA
ISTE's National Educational Technology Standards (NETS) have served as a roadmap since 1998 for improved teaching and learning by educators. ISTE standards for students, teachers, and administrators help to measure proficiency and set aspirational goals for the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to succeed in today’s Digital Age.
Our proven leadership in developing these benchmarks and providing guidance in implementing them has resulted in broad adoption of the ISTE standards in the U.S. and in several countries.

Build your technology action plan (Online Tool)
http://tsi.iste.org/profile/
Tech Department Efficiency Analysis
Because there is little direction in creating successful technology support programs for schools, we have provided four steps for you to complete to obtain and use your district's personalized technology action plan for improvement.
Profile your district or individual school and obtain your technology action plan for improvement

Computer and Internet Acceptable Conduct
http://www.woodward.edu/students/policie_agreement.asp
Computer and Internet Acceptable Conduct and Use Agreement
Please Note: When a student signs the agreement individually or in a handbook, it is also referring to this Academy policy. The Federal Law Appendix at the bottom of this document. Starting with the 2007-08 school year, this agreement is included in the student handbooks for the Upper School.
Woodward Academy provides a wide array of technology resources for student use. This agreement, along with the student handbook for each school, outlines appropriate use and prohibited activities when using technology resources. Every student is expected to follow all guidelines stated below, as well as those given orally by the staff, and to demonstrate good citizenship and ethical behavior at all times.
In accepting this agreement, students acknowledge the following rules and conditions:

Libraries and the Internet Toolkit
http://www.ala.org/ala/oif/iftoolkits/litoolkit/Default2338.htm
Libraries and the Internet Toolkit
Tips and Guidance for Managing and Communicating about the Internet
The American Library Association (ALA) has produced this "toolkit" to assist librarians in managing the Internet and educating their public about how to use it effectively. ALA encourages all libraries to implement policies that protect both children and public access to information and to take an active role in educating their communities about this important resource.
Checklist for Creating an Internet Use Policy | What You Can Do | Educate! Inform! Promote! | What Makes a Great Web Site for Children? | Tips for Parents | ALA and Filtering | Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) | Tough Questions on CIPA | Debate Over Filters | Handling Tough Questions | Sample Answers to Tough Questions | Helpful Resources | Online Resources for Parents and Children | Libraries, the Internet and Filtering | Libraries, Children & the Internet |

Eight More Reasons for Technology in Education
http://techlearning.com/story/showArticle.php?articleID=196604659
Eight More Reasons for Technology in Education

Schools' e-Safety Policy and Guidance
http://www.clusterweb.org.uk/kcn/e-safety_home.cfm
Schools' e-Safety Policy and Guidance
The Schools' e-Safety Strategy Group comprises Teachers, Officers, Child Protection and Kent Police to advise on online safety in Kent schools.
| Kent Schools e-Safety Policy Guidance (May 2007) | Core Primary e-Safety Policy and Audit | Core Secondary e-Safety Policy and Audit | Parents' Consent Form and e-Safety Rules | Staff Information Systems Code of Conduct | E-Safety for Pupils with AEN | Download e-Safety Posters |

National Center for Technology Planning (NCTP)
http://www.nctp.com/
The National (USA) Center for Technology Planning (NCTP)

National (USA) Education Technology Plan
http://tinyurl.com/gnl6g
National (USA) Education Technology Plan
The U.S. Department of Education, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Commerce and NetDay, has released Visions 2020.2: Student Views on Transforming Education and Training Through Advanced Technologies.
A view of future schools, teachers and students

Bellingham Public Schools (USA) Technology Plan
http://www.bham.wednet.edu/technology/techplan.htm
Bellingham Public Schools (USA) Technology Plan
Student learning is the heart of what we do in the Bellingham School District. It is our belief that student learning is improved with the use of computer technologies.
The Technology Plan plan begins with a vision for student learning, a statement of beliefs, and a rationale for creating and continuing to build networked learning environments.
It continues with a detailed explanation of Technology Learning Standards for all students, a description of network and telecommunications services, a description of professional development strategies, benchmarks and timelines for accomplishment of our learning goals, long-term funding strategies, and measures for assessment and evaluation.

Measurement of the Impact of ICT on Children’s Education
http://www.miice.org.uk/
MIICE stands for Measurement of the Impact of ICT on Children’s Education
MIICE’s main purpose is to put into words what most recognise is good quality in learning and teaching incorporating the use of ICT. It is concerned with those qualities which cannot readily be assessed in conventional ways
To contribute to the debate about the ends of more widespread use of ICT for learning and teaching. Use of ICT makes real demands - in money and time - on education authorities, schools, teachers and children. We need to be clearer about the benefits which we can anticipate.
MIICE grew out of a set of case studies of evidently good practice in Scottish schools - primary, secondary and special - when using ICT undertaken by Tony van der Kuyl at the Scottish Interactive Technology Centre (SITC) in the late 1990s. From these 16 case studies, 12 learning outcomes, commonly observed to be in evidence were articulated.

Information Technology Concepts
http://fermat.nap.edu/books/030906399X/html/28.html
Information Technology Concepts
If information technology were unchanging, then most people would find it unnecessary to learn information technology concepts. The information technology skills could be taught once and for all, and the conceptual foundation underlying information technology would be of interest only to specialists. But information technology changes daily and often dramatically, rendering present-day skills obsolete but also offering new opportunities to solve personally relevant problems. How can one prepare for this inevitable change? How can one quickly upgrade one's skills to exploit new opportunities?

Transforming Learning in the School of the Future : Toolkit
http://www.future-learning.net/
Transforming Learning in the School of the Future : Toolkit
This web site has developed from many ideas representing the professional experiences over 80 Naace members. By classifying those ideas, identifying the key property of each idea and arranging these properties in order of recurrence, we have created the Naace Future Learning Toolkit - a checklist that can be used to confirm the presence of each key element within a school's plan for transforming learning. The result represents a reference point for a Naace concensus about what is meant by 'Transformed Education', and how it can be brought about in the School of the Future.
The Future Learning Toolkit is more than a self review of existing practice. It maps out an ambitious journey to go beyond what is currently accepted as best practice, in order to make the systemic changes needed to be transformational rather than just optimal.

Level of Technology Implementation Framework (USA)
http://www.lotilounge.com/
LoTi is a term referring to Dr. Moersch's Level of Technology Implementation Framework designed to accurately measure authentic classroom technology use.
The LoTi Framework focuses on the use of technology as a tool within the context of student based instruction with a constant emphasis on higher order thinking.
While technology is an important tool in engaging today's students and preparing them for the future, the LoTi Project recognizes that technology is not the best tool for every lesson.
Since 1998, LoTi has grown to become an internationally recognized symbol and catalyst for systemic reform in classroom uses of technology and complex thinking skills.

Procurement advice at Becta (UK)
http://www.becta.org.uk/procurement
Procurement advice at Becta (UK)
Welcome to the procurement section. Whether you are purchasing on behalf of your school or yourself, we have advice, product information, some background on best value, a guide to services, a step-by-step guide to purchasing and tips on the real cost of ICT.
Choose software : The place to start if you're looking for education software products...
ICT investment planner : Use the planner to get a clear idea of ICT cost and value and plan for sustainability...
Consultancy services : Get best-value consultancy services from our selected suppliers...
Whiteboard and projector security : Read advice on the safe use of whiteboards and projectors...

Cambridgeshire's ICT Strategy for Schools 2003-2006
http://tinyurl.com/f4phh
Cambridgeshire's ICT Strategy for Schools and their Communities 2003-2006
pdf document.

The MATRIX (UK) (self review)
http://matrix.becta.org.uk/
The MATRIX is an online tool, developed by NCSL and Becta, which facilitates self-evaluation and action planning. Use the matrix to review your current position against a set of levelled statements. There are examples available that place the statements into helpful scenarios and context. As you complete the matrix, an action plan, based on your results (which are automatically saved if registered and logged in), is produced. This action plan contains helpful support and guidance, which you may wish to consider.
MATRIX(s) available include
Adult & Community Learning | Assessment | Becta's self-review framework (ICT) | Curriculum | HOS (Hands On Support for the embedding of ICT in teaching and learning) | ICT Infrastructure | Inclusion | LEA | Leadership and Management | Leading Networks | Learning & Skills | SLICT |

Digital Citizenship at Lowell School
http://www.lowellschool.org/info/digital_citizenship.html
Digital Citizenship at Lowell School
Since our one-to-one laptop program for 4th-6th grade classes started in 1998, Lowell School has been helping students to grow as digital citizens. This has become increasingly challenging as the ubiquity of devices and networks has spread and social norms around technology have evolved. Below you will find several pieces of guidance we provided to students and parents throughout the year that aid in meeting this challenge.
Acceptable Use Policy (MS Word, PDF) | Parent Presentation (MS PowerPoint 6MB, PDF 50MB ) | Handout for Parents and Students (MS Word, PDF) |

ICT Policies at the ESF in Hong Kong
http://www.esf.edu.hk/policies/L-ict.html
ICT Policies at the English Schools Foundation ESF in Hong Kong
ICT Funding Guidelines | ICT Curriculum Strategy for Key Stages 1 and 2 | ICT Curriculum Strategy for Key Stages 1 and 2 ?Assessment Framework | ICT Development Plan | ICT Learning Scheme ?Technology Partnership & FAQs |

Technology Policies and Procedures (USA)
http://www.bham.wednet.edu/technology/technology.htm
Technology Policies and Procedures | District Technology Plan and Standards | Bellingham Schools | Role of Teacher-Librarians |

ICT investment planner
http://schools.becta.org.uk/index.php?section=pr&rid=10964
ICT investment planner
This tool can give schools a better understanding of the total cost of ownership (TCO) of ICT. The tool highlights how the value and cost of ICT changes over time and provides a sound basis for planning future ICT investments.
The development of the pilot version of this investment planner began with major contributions from several London authorities and drew on experience of previous projects. It takes into account inflation, replacement costs, disposal and upgrade programmes and any new ICT initiatives.
This tool will be useful for anyone making decisions about ICT investments, including: head/deputy, finance manager/bursar, ICT/Network manager, ICT co-ordinators and governors. Although ICT information is required, the tool does not require any detailed technical knowledge.

Procurement introduction
http://schools.becta.org.uk/index.php?section=pr
Welcome to the procurement section. Whether you are purchasing on behalf of your school or yourself, we have advice, product information, some background on best value, a guide to services, a step-by-step guide to purchasing and tips on the real cost of ICT.
Choose software | Consultancy services | ICT investment planner | Whiteboard and projector security |

Procurement process : Advice from BECTA (UK)
http://schools.becta.org.uk/index.php?section=pr&catcode=ss_to_pr_pp_03
Procurement process : Advice from BECTA (UK)
Although this is focussed on purchasing ICT equipment and resources the advice can be used more generally
The procurement process identifies eight steps that you need to take in a purchase of any size. These pages will guide you through each step, identifying all necessary activities and discussions for a successful purchase.
You'll also find a large number of downloadable documents which giving you extra advice, information and templates to use in your own purchases.

Technology Support Index (TSI)
http://tsi.iste.org/
Technology Support Index (TSI) presented by the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) with support from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
The TSI is designed to provide (USA) school districts with models for an efficient and effective technology support system based upon best practices in nationally recognized school districts.
With the TSI framework and self-assessment tool, school districts can appraise the quality and efficiency of their current technology support program and learn about possible improvements they can employ.
Based on your district's unique profile from the TSI online assessment, you will identify strengths and possible areas of improvement in the four distinct domains of the Technology Support Index ?equipment standards, staffing and processes, professional development for efficient support, and enterprise management.
After completing the TSI online, you will receive a technology profile and action plan for increased efficiency and improvement for your district.

ICT for School leaders
http://schools.becta.org.uk/index.php?section=lp
ICT for School leaders
This site provides information for school's Leadership Teams and Senior Managers to help them perform more effectively using ICT.
This section contains advice and guidance backed up by online services and tools to support school leaders and senior managers on the strategic management of ICT within schools and beyond.

ICT Budget : What Percentage of School Budget?
http://www.summercore.com/budget/
ICT Budget : What Percentage of School Budget?

UK Governor Guides for ICT
http://www.becta.org.uk/leaders/leaders.cfm?section=13&id=3326
UK Governor Guides for ICT
policies and directions | developing a vision for ICT | towards the e-confident school | administrative roles and responsibilites | assessment and ICT | safety and security with ICT | ICT infrastructure | professional development and ICT | ICT and whole-school improvement |

Every Child Matters (UK) and the ICT Teacher
http://tinyurl.com/8xt98
"Every Child Matters" : What it means for the ICT teacher
Changes in the United Kingdom to the way education and social services work together for the benefit of children have been very profound, but so far mainly at a high level. That is to say, changes have been made and are being made at Local Authority level, but many schools have not been affected in terms of how they manage teaching and learning. This paper is intended to look at what Every Child Matters means to the teacher of information and communication technology (ICT) and to ICT in the classroom.

Cyber Security for Teachers, Students and Parents
http://www.cybersmart.org/for/teachers.asp
Cyber Security for Teachers, Students and Parents
Internet Safety Tips (grades 4 and higher) | CyberSmart! Curriculum | Top Ten Cyber Security Tips | cartoon posters |

Developing an acceptable use policy
http://safety.ngfl.gov.uk/schools/document.php3?D=d56
Developing an acceptable use policy
Safe use of the internet and related technologies is important to both educators and parents. Schools providing pupil access to the internet, email and other services are strongly advised to have systems and stated policies in place to ensure that students use the technology safely, access only appropriate materials, and protect both themselves and school facilities from possible risks.
An acceptable use policy (AUP) is a document detailing the ways in which the ICT facilities can and cannot be used in school. The policy needs to balance the desirability of fully exploiting the vast educational potential of internet resources for learning and communication with safeguards against the risks and unacceptable activity. The policy is often signed by pupils and their parents, guardians or careers, as acceptance of the terms by which the school provides access and so forming a ?ontract?for ICT use.
An acceptable use policy might include | Creating an acceptable use policy | Factors to consider | Acceptable use of ICT in the home | Examples of school acceptable use policies | Sources of further information and advice |

ICT Administration Documents and Advice
http://www.icteachers.co.uk/resources/resources_ict.htm
ICT Administration Documents and Advice : from ICTeacher (UK)
All the resources on this page are free for you to access and use.
Administration, Policies, Schemes of Work and Planning | Development Plans and NGFL Bids | Assessment and Monitoring | Safe Surfing and Emailing | Make your own Webpages | Control & Monitoring |

The school ICT policy (Naace Publication) UK
http://www.naace.org/impict/lc-policy.html
The school ICT policy (Naace Publication) UK
A school's policy for ICT will describe the school's approach to achieving the vision for ICT. The components of a school's ICT policy are described by Becta as including : strategic management, curriculum organisation, equal opportunities, curriculum administration, human resource management, physical resource management, management information system and evaluation.
This section lists the issues that need to be considered and suggests sample wording. The ideas here should be adapted to ensure that the policy is appropriate and relevant for your school.

Derbysire (UK) ICT Development Plan 2000-2003
http://ngfl.derby.gov.uk/content/lea_plans/plan2000.rtf
Derbysire (UK) ICT Development Plan 2000-2003

Acceptable Posting Practice Policy (on the web)
http://www.teachers.work.co.nz/APPP.htm
Acceptable Posting Practice Policy (on the web)
So you have a school website or internal network (internet/intranet)... and now need a policy which helps assure the quality of materials posted on the site.

Extended schools : Using ICT out of School Hours
http://www.teachernet.gov.uk/wholeschool/extendedschools/ICT/
Extended schools
An extended school is one that provides a range of services and activities often beyond the school day to help meet the needs of its pupils, their families and the wider community.
The extended schools ICT guidance materials are available for schools thinking about extending their ICT provision to their wider communities. The materials include case studies, practical advice, toolkits and links to Becta and other websites.

ICT and school governors
http://buildingthegrid.becta.org.uk/index.php?locId=258
ICT and school governors
Becta has been commissioned by the DfES to produce a free series of monthly ICT guides for school governors from mid-2004.

Policy papers and plans on ICTs in education (International)
http://is.iite.ru/cgi-bin/rub.pl?action_=list&table=thema&id=1
Policy papers and plans on ICTs in education .. an international list on a UNESCO website : IITE Institute for Information Technologies in Education

UNESCO Guidelines and policies
http://www.unescobkk.org/education/ict/resources/JFIT/schoolnet/resources/guidelines.htm
UNESCO Guidelines and policies : Developing programmes on ICT use in education

UNESCO ICT in Education website
http://www.unescobkk.org/education/ict/v2/default.asp
UNESCO ICT in Education website
ICT in Asia Pacific Countries

KS3 ICT Strategy in Lancashire
http://www.lancsngfl.ac.uk/nationalstrategy/ks3/ict/index.php
Welcome to the homepage of the KS3 ICT Strategy in Lancashire. Here you will find details of all the latest information relevant to Lancashire schools and links to the latest national updates.

NetAlert CyberSafe Schools : Internet Safety
http://www.netalert.net.au/01409-Resources.asp
NetAlert CyberSafe Schools : Internet Safety
CyberSafe Schools Wall Chart - A wall chart that maps out the skills expected of students when using the Internet; the associated Internet safety risks; and a number of teaching strategies to be used with students.
CyberSafe Schools Quick Reference Guide - A quick reference guide which summarises the information on the wall chart. It has been designed for teachers to use as a reference to school Internet safety education.
Teacher Guide to Internet Safety - A twenty page booklet outlining the issues of Internet safety education for schools. Written to help teachers raise their level of Internet safety awareness and to provide schools with practical support for their education programs.

What is a secondary school ICT policy?
http://www.ictadvice.org.uk/index.php?section=ap&catcode=as_pl_pol_03&rid=469&rr=1
What is a secondary school ICT policy?

What is a primary school ICT policy?
http://www.ictadvice.org.uk/index.php?section=ap&catcode=as_pl_dev_03&rid=174&rr=1
What is a primary school ICT policy?

How to identify your school's ICT position
http://www.ictadvice.org.uk/index.php?section=ap&catcode=as_pl_dev_03&rid=3833&wn=1
How to identify your school's ICT position
In order to assess your school's current ICT position, you should look at your current provision and the factors that affect it.

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