It is no secret that technology is abundant. Every school in this first world has access to some type of technology. The most prominent for most schools would be chromebooks, desktops, iPads, and SmartPanels. Schools with STEAM labs have coding devices like Bee-Bots and Ozobots or VR systems. Schools even implement BYOD. Whatever the technology tool is, implementation is key. However if teachers do not know how to use said technology then that effective implementation is null and void. via GIPHY Some days I can relate to this GIF. A technology coordinator is tech support!! A TC is viewed as the knowledge keeper of all technology. When in doubt, a teacher will look to them for advice. The TC is also responsible for sharing their knowledge in order to grow capacity in their teachers. Effective professional development can make the difference in technology implementation for teachers. If you want teachers to take what you offer and implement it in the classroom, it must be meaningf...
My name is Erica Hogge. I am a K-5 district math coach and am currently pursuing a degree in Instructional Technology and Leadership at the University of Montevallo.