{"product_id":"information-technology-for-schools-isbn-9780787955229","title":"Information Technology for Schools","description":"Sponsored by the International Network of Principals' Centers\"This unique book leads to higher levels of student performance by providing a thoughtful context and practical framework for understanding the potential of technology to enrich teaching and learning.\"\u003cbr\u003e --Lois B. Cohn, IBM certified business transformation consultant\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \"At last educators have a resource that offers a user-friAndly approach to applying technology to student learning and organizational growth.\"\u003cbr\u003e --Judith R. Fox, superintendent of schools, Byram Hills School District, Armonk, New York\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The push for higher educational standards and greater accountability has increased the demand for better information on the progress of schools and their students. Yet few schools and districts have the technological infrastructure to gather useful and credible data. This timely volume explores the ways in which educators can use technology to improve academic environments, school operations, and learning outcomes.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e From the classroom to the school district, Information Technology for Schools presents successful approaches to using technology to serve different educational priorities. The contributing authors discuss the challenge of planning integrated information systems, establishing benchmarks to measure overall progress, and harnessing technology to improve curriculum and teaching practice. They highlight practical questions for educational stakeholders and provide sound advice on building effective information technology systems.  A Model for Organizational Learning: The Feedback Spiral (B. Kallick \u0026amp; J. Wilson).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Involving Stakeholders in Developing Technology (B. Norman).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Tracking Data on Student Achievement: Questions and Lessons (S. King).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Linking Technology to Educational Improvements (J. Costa \u0026amp; E. Bobowick).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Using Technology to Promote Classroom Innovation (K. Holvig \u0026amp; G. Crisci).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Learning from Technology Through Action Research (B. Spitz \u0026amp; M. Klais).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Teaching Computer Search Skills to Middle School Students (M. Klais).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Building Technological Expertise Among Teachers (E. Bobowick).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Creating an Information Infrastructure: Challenges for the Future (B. Kallick \u0026amp; J. Wilson).  \"This unique book leads to higher levels of student performance by providing a thoughtful context and practical framework for understanding the potential of technology to enrich teaching and learning. From teachers and administrators to board members and parents, Information Technology for Schools is an invaluable guide for any school or district that is serious about systemic and continuous improvement.\" (Lois B. Cohn, IBM certified business transformation consultant)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \"At last educators have a resource that offers a user-friendly approach to applying technology to student learning and organizational growth. Information Technology for Schools tells us how data support decisions, how faculty become empowered to employ technology in the classroom, and how guided inquiry is a tool for continuous improvement of the learning environment.\" (Judith R. Fox, superintendent of schools, Byram Hills School District, Armonk, New York)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \"It's a good read for educators involved in I.T. and offers many good points, including expertise and P.D. for teachers.\" (Professionally Speaking Magazine, 6\/01)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \"...the volume offers valuable food for thought for those looking at technology planning issues.\" (Education Review, 3\/04\/02)  BENA KALLICK is an international education consultant and co-founder and co-director of Technology Pathways Corporation.\u003cbr\u003e JAMES M. WILSON III is founder and director of Data and Decision Analysis Inc. and co-founder and co-director of Technology Pathways Corporation. \"This unique book leads to higher levels of student performance by providing a thoughtful context and practical framework for understanding the potential of technology to enrich teaching and learning. From teachers and administrators to board members and parents, Information Technology for Schools is an invaluable guide for any school or district that is serious about systemic and continuous improvement.\" —Lois B. Cohn, IBM certified business transformation consultant  \"At last educators have a resource that offers a user-friAndly approach to applying technology to student learning and organizational growth. Information Technology for Schools tells us how data support decisions, how faculty become empowered to employ technology in the classroom, and how guided inquiry is a tool for continuous improvement of the learning environment.\" —Judith R. Fox, superintendent of schools, Byram Hills School District, Armonk, New York  The push for higher educational standards and greater accountability has increased the demand for better information on the progress of schools and their students. Yet few schools and districts have the technological infrastructure to gather useful and credible data. This timely volume explores the ways in which educators can use technology to improve academic environments, school operations, and learning outcomes.  From the classroom to the school district, Information Technology for Schools presents successful approaches to using technology to serve different educational priorities. The contributing authors discuss the challenge of planning integrated information systems, establishing benchmarks to measure overall progress, and harnessing technology to improve curriculum and teaching practice. 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