National Educational Technology Standards for Teachers

This article states the national educational technology standards for teachers. There are six standards teachers must meet. (1) Teachers are required to demonstrate they understand technology operations and concepts. (2) Teachers are obligated to plan and design an effective learning environment and experiences that support technology. (3) Teachers’ curriculum plans must include methods and strategies for applying technology in order to maximize student learning. (4) Teachers are required to use a variety of effective assessment and evaluation strategies. (5) Teachers should use technology in a way that enhances their productivity and professional practice. (6) Teachers must understand the social, ethical, legal, and human issues surrounding the use of technology in PK-12 schools and abide by all when teaching.

As a future teacher, I think it is nice there are clearly laid out technology standards for what teachers are expected to be able to do. As a digital native, six standards seem easy enough to follow.