Bethany StiefelEd.S. Instructional Technology

PortfolioUniversity of West Georgia

Spring 2011

Table of ContentsIntroductionPurposeSWOT AnalysisProjectsProgram Course ListStandard OverviewPerformance Indicators & ArtifactsDisposition & Field ExperienceReflection

IntroductionBethany Stiefel Special Education

Elementary School Teacher

Calhoun Elementary School, Calhoun, Georgia

Family: husband- Brooklyn, daughter on the way- Addie James

Interests: family, friends, farming, photography

Resume

PurposeThe purpose of this e-portfolio isto showcase the various projectsthat have been completed duringthe Instructional TechnologyEducation Specialist Program atthe University of West Georgia.

SWOT AnalysisLink to SWOT Analysis

Projects Program and Portfolio FocusDestructive Forces WebsiteDigital Photography WebsiteVoice Thread ProjectGreen Sense Digital Storytelling

ProjectEvaluation Report

Program CoursesDiffusion of InnovationsDigital & 35 mm PhotographyIntegrating Technology Into the CurriculumInternet Tools, Resources, & IssuesIssues in Instructions TechnologyLifespan Human DevelopmentProgram EvaluationResearch Seminar Web Design for

InstructionWeb Design for Instruction

Standards TableTL-I. Technology Operations and ConceptsTL-II. Planning and Designing Learning

Environments and ExperiencesTL-III. Teaching, Learning, and the

CurriculumTL-IV. Assessment and EvaluationTL-V. Productivity and Professional PracticeTL-VI. Social, Ethical, Legal, and Human

IssuesTL-VII. Procedures, Policies, Planning, and

Budgeting for Technology EnvironmentsTL-VIII. Leadership and Vision

TL-I. Technology Operations and Concepts Educational technology leaders demonstrate an advanced understanding of technology operations and concepts. Educational technology leaders:

Performance Indicator COE Conceptual Framework Indicator

Artifacts

a. Demonstrate knowledge, skills, and understanding of concepts related to technology (as described in the ISTE NETS for Teachers 2000).

Knowledgeable: The candidate should be able to demonstrate general knowledge inherent in a liberal arts curriculum, advanced knowledge in content areas, and specific knowledge in professional education for the implementation of transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Program and Portfolio FocusCourse: MEDT 8463Semester: Spring 2010

b. Demonstrate continual growth in technology knowledge and skills to stay abreast of current and emerging technologies.

Knowledgeable: The candidate should be able to demonstrate general knowledge inherent in a liberal arts curriculum, advanced knowledge in content areas, and specific knowledge in professional education for the implementation of transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Big Three ReportCourse: MEDT 8463Semester: Spring 2010

TL-II. Planning and Designing Learning Environments and ExperiencesEducational technology leaders plan, design and model effective learning environments and multiple experiences supported by technology. Educational technology leaders:

Performance Indicator COE Conceptual Framework Indicator

Artifacts

a. Design developmentally appropriate learning opportunities that apply technology-enhanced instructional strategies to support the diverse needs of learners.

Adaptive: The candidate should be able to demonstrate flexibility and strategic planning appropriate to a wide variety of learners for effective transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Collaborative ComicLife ProjectCourse: MEDT 7464Semester: Fall 2009

b. Apply current research on teaching and learning with technology when planning learning environments and experiences.

Inquisitive: The candidate should seek continually to improve their knowledge, disposition, and skills to influence transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Article Summary TableCourse: MEDT 8480Semester: Spring 2011

c. Identify and locate technology resources and evaluate them for accuracy and suitability.

Reflective: The candidate should be able to demonstrate critical thinking skills in the diagnosis and prescription for transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Diffusion and Adoption Reflection Course: MEDT 8461Semester: Fall 2009

d. Plan for the management of technology resources within the context of learning activities.

Proactive: The candidate should be able to advocate for the removal of barriers that impede lifelong learning and hinder transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Concept Map

Course: MEDT 7467Semester: Fall 2010

e. Plan strategies to manage student learning in a technology-enhanced environment.

Decisive: The candidate should be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills when making decisions that will influence effective transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Destructive Forces WebsiteCourse: MEDT 7467Semester: Fall 2010

f. Identify and apply instructional design principles associated with the development of technology resources.

Knowledgeable: The candidate should be able to demonstrate general knowledge inherent in a liberal arts curriculum, advanced knowledge in content areas, and specific knowledge in professional education for the implementation of transformational systemic change.

Artifact: 10 Photo Assignment ProjectCourse: MEDT 7466Semester: Summer 2010

TL-III. Teaching, Learning, and the CurriculumEducational technology leaders model, design, and disseminate plans that include methods and strategies for applying technology to maximize student learning. Educational technology leaders:

Performance Indicator COE Conceptual Framework Indicator

Artifacts

a. Facilitate technology-enhanced experiences that address content standards and student technology standards.

Adaptive: The candidate should be able to demonstrate flexibility and strategic planning appropriate to a wide variety of learners for effective transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Collaborative Digital Storytelling ProjectCourse: MEDT 7464Semester: Fall 2009 b. Use technology to support learner-

centered strategies that address the diverse needs of students.

Adaptive: The candidate should be able to demonstrate flexibility and strategic planning appropriate to a wide variety of learners for effective transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Collaborative Voicethread ProjectCourse: MEDT 7464Semester: Fall 2009

c. Apply technology to demonstrate students' higher-order skills and creativity.

Adaptive: The candidate should be able to demonstrate flexibility and strategic planning appropriate to a wide variety of learners for effective transformational systemic change

Artifact: Project Based Learning ProposalCourse: MEDT 7464Semester: Fall 2009

d. Manage student learning activities in a technology-enhanced environment.

Collaborative: The candidate should be able to develop skills to work effectively with various stakeholders involved in the educational process that will bring about transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Building a Wiki with Google SitesCourse: MEDT 7462Semester: Spring 2010

e. Use current research and district/state/national content and technology standards to build lessons and units of instruction.

Collaborative: The candidate should be able to develop skills to work effectively with various stakeholders involved in the educational process that will bring about transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Collaborative Lesson PlanCourse: MEDT 7466Semester: Summer 2010

TL-IV. Assessment and Evaluation Educational technology leaders communicate research on the use of technology to implement effective assessment and evaluation strategies. Educational technology leaders: Performance Indicator COE Conceptual

Framework IndicatorArtifacts

a. Apply technology in assessing student learning of subject matter using a variety of assessment techniques.

Culturally Sensitive: The candidate should be able to develop awareness and understanding of individual and group differences when diagnosing and prescribing transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Collaborative Blog ProjectCourse: MEDT 7464Semester: Fall 2009

b. Use technology resources to collect and analyze data, interpret results, and communicate findings to improve instructional practice and maximizing student learning.

Proactive: The candidate should be able to advocate for the removal of barriers that impede lifelong learning and hinder transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Tech for Autism WikiCourse: MEDT 8484Semester: Spring 2011

c. Apply multiple methods of evaluation to determine students’ appropriate use of technology resources for learning, communication, and productivity.

Decisive: The candidate should be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills when making decisions that will influence transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Assessment Plan Course: MEDT 7467Semester: Fall 2010

TL-V. Productivity and Professional Practice Educational technology leaders design, develop, evaluate and model products created using technology resources to improve and enhance their productivity and professional practice. Educational technology leaders:

Performance Indicator COE Conceptual Framework Indicator

Artifacts

a. Use technology resources to engage in ongoing professional development and lifelong learning.

Inquisitive: The candidate should seek continually to improve their knowledge, disposition, and skills to influence transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Professional Development Reading Article ReviewCourse: MEDT 8463Semester: Spring 2010

b. Continually evaluate and reflect on professional practice to make informed decisions regarding the use of technology in support of student learning.

Reflective: The candidate should be able to demonstrate critical thinking skills in the diagnosis and prescription for transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Personal Technology SWOT AnalysisCourse: MEDT 8463Semester: Spring 2010

c. Apply technology to increase productivity.

Collaborative: The candidate should be able to develop skills to work effectively with various stakeholders involved in the educational process that will bring about transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Google DocsCourse: MEDT 7464 & MEDT 7462Semester: Fall 2009 & Spring 2010

d. Use technology to communicate and collaborate with peers, parents, and the larger community in order to nurture student learning.

Collaborative: The candidate should be able to develop skills to work effectively with various stakeholders involved in the educational process that will bring about transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Getting Started with GmailCourse: MEDT 7462Semester: Spring 2010

TL-VI. Social, Ethical, Legal, and Human IssuesEducational technology leaders understand the social, ethical, legal, and human issues surrounding the use of technology in PK-12 schools and develop programs facilitating application of that understanding in practice throughout their district/region/state. Educational technology leaders:

Performance Indicator

COE Conceptual Framework

Artifacts

a. Model and teach legal and ethical practice related to technology use.

Leading: The candidate should be able to demonstrate effective leadership skills to initiate and facilitate transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Evaluation ContractCourse: MEDT 8480Semester: Spring 2011

b. Apply technology resources to enable and empower learners with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, and abilities.

Culturally Sensitive: The candidate should be able to develop awareness and understanding of individual and group differences when diagnosing and prescribing transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Google TranslateCourse: MEDT 7462Semester: Spring 2010

c. Identify and use technology resources that affirm diversity.

Adaptive: The candidate should be able to demonstrate flexibility and strategic planning appropriate to a wide variety of learners for effective transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Destructive Forces WebsiteCourse: MEDT 7467Semester: Fall 2010

d. Promote safe and healthy use of technology resources.

Proactive: The candidate should be able to advocate for the removal of barriers that impede lifelong learning and hinder transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Custom Google SearchCourse: MEDT 7462Semester: Spring 2010

e. Facilitate equitable access to technology resources for all students.

Culturally Sensitive: The candidate should be able to develop awareness and understanding of individual and group differences when diagnosing and prescribing transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Tech Tips Course: MEDT 8463Semester: Spring 2010

TL-VII. Procedures, Policies, Planning, and Budgeting for Technology EnvironmentsEducational technology leaders coordinate development and direct implementation of technology infrastructure procedures policies, plans, and budgets for PK-12 schools. Educational technology leaders:

Performance Indicator COE Conceptual Framework Indicator

Artifacts

a. Use the school technology facilities and resources to implement classroom instruction.

Inquisitive: The candidate should seek continually to improve their knowledge, disposition, and skills to influence transformational systemic change.

Artifact: InterviewCourse: MEDT 8461Semester: Fall 2009

b. Follow procedures and guidelines used in planning and purchasing technology resources.

Collaborative: The candidate should be able to develop skills to work effectively with various stakeholders involved in the educational process that will bring about transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Interviewing Stakeholders Course: MEDT 8461Semester: Fall 2009

c. Participate in professional development opportunities related to management of school facilities, technology resources, and purchases.

Reflective: The candidate should be able to demonstrate critical thinking skills in the diagnosis and prescription for transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Evaluation PlanCourse: MEDT 8480Semester: Spring 2011

TL-VIII. Leadership and VisionEducational technology leaders will facilitate development of a shared vision for comprehensive integration of technology and foster an environment and culture conducive to the realization of the vision. Educational technology leaders:

Performance Indicator COE Conceptual Framework Indicator

Artifacts

a. Identify and apply educational and technology-related research, the psychology of learning, and instructional design principles in guiding the use of computers and technology in education.

Reflective: The candidate should be able to demonstrate critical thinking skills in the diagnosis and prescription for transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Article CritiqueCourse: MEDT 8480Semester: Spring 2011

b. Apply strategies for and knowledge of issues related to managing the change process in schools.

Leading: The candidate should be able to demonstrate effective leadership skills to initiate and facilitate transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Hands-On Technology Course: MEDT 8461Semester: Fall 2009

c. Apply effective group process skills. Collaborative: The candidate should be able to develop skills to work effectively with various stakeholders involved in the educational process that will bring about transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Green Sense Digital StoryCourse: MEDT 7466Semester: Summer 2010

d. Lead in the development and evaluation of district technology planning and implementation.

Leading: The candidate should be able to demonstrate effective leadership skills to initiate and facilitate transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Research PlanCourse: MEDT 8484Semester: Fall 2010

e. Engage in supervised field-based experiences with accomplished technology facilitators and/or directors.

Inquisitive: The candidate should seek continually to improve their knowledge, disposition, and skills to influence transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Evaluation Data Collection & ReportCourse: MEDT 8480Semester: Spring 2011

Disposition & Field Experience

DispositionField ExperienceNETS Standards & Conce

ptual Framework Chart

ReflectionsThis program has helped me gain an in-depth

understanding of technology and how it can be used in unlimited ways to improve not only students’ educational experiences but also teachers’ instructional experiences. I feel that I have grown tremendously through this program, not only in my own teaching practices, but also by becoming more extrinsic in my thinking. Through the content of this program I have developed a sense of “paying it forward” by wanting to share my knowledge with others. Upon completion of this program I would like to offer professional development training sessions for the staff at my school so that they, too, can fully reap the benefits of a technology-efficient classroom.