Technology and Teacher Retention by Robert Kadel.
Mr Kadel asked a very important question which was "What effect does technology have on teacher retention? He poses the pros and the con of this subject. Most district within the state has the availability of several technology resources to bring teachers new into their district to teach; however on the other hand if there is technology and no support how can teachers use the technology to support them. He says, "The difference anoung districts is not how much in resources they have available but in the way the district using those resources." (pg 30). District can bring in preservice training and teacher education program to integrate technology into the curriculum. Take for example CSUSM has a requirement for all teacher candidate a prequisite in Technology. In that instant when a new teacher candidate apply for a teaching position the districts already know that we are prepared in ways to handle the internet, and some software programs, now all the district have to do is to bring that new teacher up to standard on their software program. Kadel goes on to say "make the following available: make technology a priority, establish a technology infrasructure, focus on developent, make training opportunities and support available to student, staff, and faculty. However it comes down to one thing, all persons involve must have a positive attitude and be ready for the support.
Question: Would I as a new teacher be willing to go to a district that do not have the necessary support in technology?
Answer: Yes I would be will to go to that district, knowing what I know and what was taught to me during my years at college. I can share my knowledge with the teachers who are not up to date. "peer teaching" and perhaps I can even reach out to the University staff and integrate a program where faculity can create an infrastructure with the district, school, and the university. It is an all win, win situation. Community togetherness!
What are some of the most effective strategies for delivering technology professional development within schools?
Answer: determine my readiness and the district readiness with the availability of softwares. By attending or suggesting workshops, skills that we need to reevaluate by keeping abreast on the lates technology in order to be ready to teach my students. Show my growth through the school year by what I have learn through technology, and by even attenting some more summer courses to keep up with the newest technology softwares.
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