A report was released today (Nov 5th Northern Hemisphere Time) called "Maximizing the Impact: The Pivotal Role of Technology in a 21st Century Education System." It was written by ISTE (International Society for Technology in Education), SETDA (State Educational Technology Directors Association), and Partnership for 21st Century Skills .
The report urges action in 3 areas:
1. Use technology comprehensively to develop proficiency in 21st century skills.
2. Use technology comprehensively to support innovative teaching and learning.
3. Use technology comprehensively to create robust education support systems. [ read more.... ] [ pdf version ]
This report supports the framework developed by the Partnership for 21st Century Skills [ pdf version ]
Are school communities ready to take the immediate action that is required to make these and other actions come to fruition? The luxury of reviews, discussions, planning committees, etc... may have come to an end.
It is time for action...what country will reach out for the golden ring first?
Tuesday, November 06, 2007
Maximizing the Impact: The Pivotal Role of Technology in a 21st Century Education System
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