ED 693 Research & Practicum in IT

Observer-Participant-Leader Record of Activities

Name: Jordan Pritchett
Title or Role in the Organization: Teacher/Technology
Coordinator

Practicum Site(s): Montevallo High School

Semester: Spring 2016

Directions: Read each task listed below. Indicate the date(s) on which you fulfilled each task. Decide if you acted as an observer,
participant, or leader in the accomplishment of each task. Write the approximate date(s) in the corresponding column.

Observer = an observer is an individual who watches and listens, without active participation in the accomplishment of a task
Participant = a participant is an individual who actively participates in accomplishing a task, helping or taking on a specific role but
not necessarily leading
Leader = a leader is an individual who is primarily responsible for the accomplishment of a task (or a major sub-task)
O-P-L selected as focus and linked to program blog
Observer

IA

IB

Leadership & Vision

Actively participate with members of the Superintendent's cabinet (e.g., district senior
management) to create a vision for how technology will support the districts strategic
and operational goals.
Establish and lead advisory committees that inform and support meaningful and
effective uses of technology in support of the district's strategic goals.

IC

Facilitate the process of priority setting and decision making for meaningful and
effective uses of technology in support of the district's strategic goals.

ID

Lead infusion of innovative technologies into all aspects of education.

Participant

Leader

Fulfilled as
Member of
County
Filtering
Committee
and County
Technology
Planning
Committee
(2014-2015)
Fulfilled in
Role of
Technology
Coordinator
(2014present)
Fulfilled in
Role of

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Technology
Coordinator
(2014present)
IE

Leverage appropriate relationships (opportunities) between emerging technology

resources and the education process.

IF

Develop and maintain a systemic understanding of the core business and culture of the
school organization

2A

Strategic Planning
Work with key system leaders, people networks and/or learning communities (e.g., math
teachers) and departments to identify steps needed to meet strategic goals.

2B

Work with key system leaders, people networks (e.g., math teachers), and departments
to identify budget and funding mechanisms needed to meet strategic goals.

2C

Align technology team activities with the school district goals.

Fulfilled as
Member of
County
Technology
Planning
Committee
(2014-2015)
Fulfilled as
Member of
County
Technology
Planning
Committee
(2014-2015)
Observer

Participant
Fulfilled as
Grade Level
Team
Member
(2010present)
Fulfilled as
Member of
County
Technology
Planning
Committee
(2014-2015)

Leader

Fulfilled by
Organizing
System Wide
Special
Events in
Local School
(Digital

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Citizenship
Week:
October
2014 &
2015; Hour
of Code:
December
2015)
2D
2E
2F
2G

2H

2I

2J
2K

3A

Promote and lead the implementation of industry best practice methodologies, tools,
and programs (e.g., TCO, ITIL, SDLC, Baldrige) in support of technology.
Articulate and fully leverage the value of investment (VOI) in technology to ensure
effective delivery of services aligned to the district vision and goals.
Provide leadership in strategic alignment of technology with all district systems (e.g.,
instruction, assessment, finance, facilities, transportation, security, food service)
Integrate technology with curriculum and instruction to provide an appropriate teaching
and learning environment.

Fulfilled in
Role of
Technology
Coordinator
(2014present)

Develop sound practices that guide, articulate, and inform the organization of risk
management strategies and risk mitigation in support of business and instructional
initiatives.
Monitor, evaluate, and report on districts educational technology plan.

Advocate for district-wide disaster recovery and business continuity planning.

Plan and implement the districts goals and objectives by leading innovation and
strategy.
Ethics and Policies
Model and ensure adherence to state and federal laws.

Fulfilled as
Member of
County
Technology
Planning
Committee
(2014-2015)

Fulfilled in
Role of
Teacher
(2010present)

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3B

Demonstrate high standards of integrity and professional conduct with consideration for
fairness and honesty.

3C
3D

Communicate to stakeholders the appropriate ethical and professional behavior for

technology use in the district.
Model and ensure awareness about pertinent laws and legal issues related to
implementation and use of technology in a district (e.g., copyright, privacy, and
compliance).

3E

Maintain safety of students and staff.

3F

Demonstrate commitment to responsible environmental protection and energy-saving

practices.
Collaborate with others in the policy development process by ensuring that policies
support a high-performing learning environment.
Facilitate equitable access to technology resources for all stakeholders
Instructional Focus and Professional Development
Plan for and coordinate ongoing, purposeful professional development

3G
3H
4A

4B

Identify and promote how technology can support educational best practices through
communication and collaboration with the district instructional leadership.

4C

Empower staff to reach a proficient level to meet the ongoing demands of their jobs.

Fulfilled in
Role of
Teacher
(2010present)

Fulfilled in
Role of
Teacher
(2010present)
Fulfilled as
Member of
County
Filtering
Committee
(2015)

Fulfilled in
Role of
Technology
Coordinator
(2014present)
Fulfilled as
Member of
County
Technology
Planning
Committee
(2014-2015)
Fulfilled in
Role of

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4D

Promote standards for innovative teaching and learning that develop student proficiency
in 21st century skills.

4E

Stay abreast of state and national standards, benchmarks, and frameworks for
technology literacy.

4F

Promote the application of technology to address the diverse needs of students and
maximize student learning.

5A

Team Building and Staffing

Create cross-functional teams for appropriate aspects of the districts technology
program.

5B

Support cross-functional teams for appropriate aspects of the districts technology

program.

5C
5D

Manage diverse, cross-functional teams that work and perform well.

Mentor and empower others to assume leadership roles; set clear objectives and
measures; monitor process, progress, and results.
Build an environment of trust through communication and transparency about decisions
and how they are made.

5E

Technology
Coordinator
(2014present)
Fulfilled in
Role of
Technology
Coordinator
(2014present)
Fulfilled in
Role of
Technology
Coordinator
(2014present)
Fulfilled in
Role of
Teacher
(2010present)
Fulfilled in
Role of
Technology
Coordinator
(2014present)
Fulfilled in
Role of
Technology
Coordinator
(2014present)

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5F
5G

Use tools (e.g., quality improvement) for decision making to support effective teamwork.
Build an environment that encourages team member communication.

5H

Analyze and identify on an ongoing basis individual and team strengths, required areas
of growth, and how teams and their members are being deployed and redeployed.
Make effective hiring decisions using quantitative and qualitative data.
Provide feedback to individuals and teams on a regular basis regarding areas of strength
and required growth, using quantitative and qualitative data.
Analyze the structure and organizational chart of the team relative to its ability to
address the district strategic plan.
Deploy staff to best address the district strategic plan and meet its goals.
Stakeholder Focus
Build buy-in for the vision for the districts technology program.
Build relationships with stakeholders.

5I
5J
5K
5L
6A
6B

6C
6D
6E

6F
7A

Fulfilled as
Grade Level
Team
Member
(2010present)

Fulfilled in
Role of Social
Media
Sponsor
(2015-2016)

Collaborate with stakeholders to create a vision for how technology will support the
districts strategic goals.
Build and leverage effective partnerships with organizations that benefit district
stakeholders.
Effectively communicate using emerging technologies to reach stakeholders.

Assess and respond to needs and concerns of all knowledge workers and stakeholders.
Information Technology
Plan all tasks related to technical systems, network infrastructure, and technology
device management.

Fulfilled in
Role of Social
Media
Sponsor
(2015-2016)

Fulfilled as
Member of
County
Technology
Planning
Committee
(2014-2015)

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7C
7D
7E
7F

8A
8B

8C
8D
8E

8F

9A

Implement all tasks related to technical systems, network infrastructure, and technology
device management.
Sustain all tasks related to technical systems, network infrastructure, and technology
device management.
Evaluate all tasks related to technical systems, network infrastructure, and technology
device management.
Assess all tasks related to technical systems, network infrastructure, and technology
device management.
Direct, coordinate, and ensure implementation of all tasks related to the integration of
technology into every facet of operations.

Communication Systems
Direct and coordinate use of e-mail, district websites, web tools, voice systems, and
other forms of communication for content and security.
Use various communication tools and techniques.

Accommodate technical issues related to implementation of various communication

tools.
Resolve design, accessibility, and compliance issues related to keeping district, school,
and teacher websites and other communication tools updated and operational.
Enhance communication by keeping up to date on emerging technologies.

Maintain communication systems by ensuring that they are updated, compliant, and
operational.

Business Management
Identify funding sources available to the district and leverage them to meet district and

Fulfilled in
Role of
Technology
Coordinator
(2014present)

Fulfilled in
Role of
Teacher
(2010present)

Fulfilled in
Role of
Technology
Coordinator
(2014present)
Fulfilled in
Role of
Technology
Coordinator
(2014present)

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9B

programmatic goals.
Develop and manage budgets, both annually and long-range.

9C
9D

Develop accurate pricing estimates for technology initiatives by using TCO and VOI
Make effective purchasing decisions following relevant laws, policies, and guidelines

9E

Manage district funds by following basic financial and accounting principles and
processes and all regulatory guidelines.
Direct, manage, and negotiate with vendors and business partners.
Direct, coordinate, and ensure implementation of all tasks related to selection and
purchasing (e.g., RFPs, purchasing guidelines).
Budget for ongoing, purposeful professional development for all staff using new
technologies.

9F
9G
9H

10A
10B

10
C
10
D
10E

Data Management
Establish systems and tools for gathering, warehousing, mining, integrating, and
reporting data in usable and meaningful ways.
Maintain systems and tools for gathering, warehousing, mining, integrating, and
reporting data in usable and meaningful ways.

Make decisions based on data and related processes in support of stakeholders.

Administer data and databases following industry standards, (e.g., SIF and SCORM).
Assess and respond to information reporting requirements related to government
mandates.

Fulfilled in
Role of
Budget
Committee
Member
(2015)
Fulfilled in
Role of
Technology
Coordinator
(2014present)

Fulfilled in
Role of
Budget
Committee
Member
(2015)

Fulfilled in
Role of
Technology
Coordinator
(2014present)

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3A

Productivity & Professional Practice

Model the routine, intentional, and effective use of technology.

3B

Employ technology for communication and collaboration among colleagues, staff,

parents, students, and the larger community.

3C

Create and participate in learning communities that support faculty and staff in using
technology for improved productivity.

3D

Engage in sustained, job-related professional learning using technology resources.

3E

Maintain awareness of emerging technologies and their potential uses in education.

3F

Use technology to advance organizational improvement.

4A

Support, Management, & Operations

Develop, implement, and monitor policies and guidelines to ensure compatibility of
technologies.

4B

Implement and use integrated technology-based management and operations systems.

Observer

Participant

Observer
Fulfilled as
Member of
County
Technology
Committee
(2014-2015)

Participant

Fulfilled in
Role of
Technology

Leader
Fulfilled in
Role of
Technology
Coordinator
and Teacher
Fulfilled in
Role of
Technology
Coordinator
and Teacher
Fulfilled in
Role of
Technology
Coordinator
Fulfilled in
Role of
Technology
Coordinator
and Teacher
Fulfilled in
Role of
Technology
Coordinator
and Teacher
Fulfilled in
Role of
Technology
Coordinator
Leader

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Coordinator
and Teacher
4C
4D

4E

5A
5B

5C
5D

6A
6B

Allocate financial and human resources to ensure complete and sustained

implementation of the technology plan.
Integrate strategic plans, technology plans, and other improvement plans and policies to
align efforts and leverage resources.

Implement procedures to drive continuous improvements of technology systems and to

support technology replacement cycles.

Assessment & Evaluation

Use multiple methods to assess and evaluate appropriate uses of technology resources
for learning, communication, and productivity.
Use technology to collect and analyze data, interpret results, and communicate findings
to improve instructional practice and student learning.

Observer

6C

Promote and enforce privacy, security, and online safety related to the use of
technology.

6D

Promote and enforce environmentally safe and healthy practices in the use of

Leader

Fulfilled in
Role of
Technology
Coordinator

Assess staff knowledge, skills, and performance in using technology and use results to
facilitate quality professional development and to inform personnel decisions.
Use technology to assess, evaluate, and manage administrative and operational
systems.

Social, Legal, & Ethical Issues

Ensure equity of access to technology resources that enable and empower all learners
and educators.
Identify, communicate, model, and enforce social, legal, and ethical practices to
promote responsible use of technology.

Fulfilled in
Role of
Technology
Coordinator
Fulfilled in
Role of
Technology
Coordinator
Participant

Observer

Fulfilled in
Role of
Technology
Coordinator
Participant

Leader

Fulfilled in
Role of
Technology
Coordinator
and Teacher
Fulfilled as
Member of
County
Filtering
Committee
(2015)

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6E

technology.
Participate in the development of policies that clearly enforce copyright law and assign
ownership of intellectual property developed with district resources.