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2018-2019

Leading Digi tal Integrat ion

EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY

Digital Leadership Academy

Table of Contents Overview ............................................................................................................................................... 3

Class Format ......................................................................................................................................... 4

Learning Topics ................................................................................................................................. 5

Educational Technology Badges ........................................................................................................... 6

Digital Badging Overview .................................................................................................................. 6

Course Descriptions (Lab Trainings/Webinars) ..................................................................................... 7



Course Descriptions (Article Studies) ................................................................................................... 9

Course Descriptions (Article Studies/Online Classes) ........................................................................ 10

itslearning: How to Access an eCourse ............................................................................................. 11

Demonstration Tasks .......................................................................................................................... 12

Performance Tasks ............................................................................................................................. 16

I.S.T.E. Standards for Education Leaders ........................................................................................... 19

Overview

The Digital Leadership Academy is designed with consideration to the needs of school

administrators. Through the Digital Leadership Academy, school administrators learn about digital

tools and strategies which can assist in developing technology leadership, as well as, in evaluating

effective educational technology integration. The culminating goal of the academy is to ensure that

technology use is meaningful and impactful in school settings.

Academy Design

We value your time and know that you are busy professionals. Learning opportunities are differentiated,

and participants decide how they want to progress.

Classes are differentiated: face-to-face, online, article studies, webinars, demonstration tasks,

and performance tasks

Administrators will be awarded a new Touch Screen Chromebook for completing 14 CPE hours.

The application is online: bit.ly/2HHmLr4. You must apply.

Classes start June 6th and will run throughout the 2018-2019 school year.

All class registration is through Eduphoria Workshop.

Required Attendance and Course Work

School administrators must agree to attend the Fort Worth ISD Technology Conference on Saturday,

January 26, 2019 at Southwest High School.

School administrators must receive a minimum of two hours of professional learning in digital

citizenship.

Class Format Digital Leadership Academy (DLA) professional learning class format includes: lab training, online

learning, article studies, webinars, demonstration tasks, and leadership performance tasks that school

administrators through digital integration. The 2018-2019 Digital Leadership Academy begins June 6,

2018 and ends April 26, 2019. Choose from various opportunities outlined below. Registration is

available via Eduphoria Workshop.

Article Study Energize your mind by reading and engaging in digital leadership related articles. Article studies are comprised of pre-selected articles. The readings are accompanied by an online quiz and discussion forum. There are several articles available.

Campus-based Engage your teachers in discovering ways to incorporate technology as an instructional tool in the classroom and merge content, pedagogy, and technology. Various training topics are available. Contact your Technology Learning Coach or Karla Lester for more information.

Conference Choose what you want to learn. Participate in an instructional technology-focused conference. Gather with like-minded colleagues to learn, share, and grow your digital leadership strengths.

Demonstration Tasks and Performance Tasks

Apply and implement what you learn during the academy. Demonstration tasks and performance tasks, if completed, will count towards CPE hours and the Digital Leadership Technology Badges.

eCourse/Online Class Participate in online learning at your convenience. During eCourses, all course materials and assignments are accessed through the web. Participants work at their own pace without an instructor. Each eCourse requires online demonstration of learning (submission of product) and participation in discussion boards.

Lab Training Practice as you learn. Lab classes are 2-hour learning opportunities that take place in a computer lab. Participants are able to learn, practice, and implement during these sessions.

Webinar Webinars are quick online learning opportunities that are completed from home, office, or anywhere with Internet access. These webinars are 30-minute sessions that focus on tools and strategies that can be integrated into your work life.

I. Lab Trainings

a. Digital Tools for School Administrators

b. GooseChase for School Administrators

c. itslearning for School Administrators

d. Microsoft Sway

II. Webinars

a. Canva-Beautiful Designs and Documents

b. Flipgrid for Faculty Meetings

c. GooseChase-Active Engagement

d. I.S.T.E. Standards and SAMR

e. TweetDeck

III. Article Studies

(Online, Self-paced from June 6-April 26)

a. Creating Technology-Enhanced, Learner-Centered Classrooms

b. Digital Libraries-Off the Shelves

c. Leading the Digital District

d. Principals' Perceptions of the Importance of Technology in Schools

e. Rethinking Reading Promotion: Old School Meets Technology

IV. Online Classes

(Online, Self-paced from June 6-April 26)

a. Get Your School Common Sense Media Certified

b. Google for School Administrators

c. Intro to Digital Citizenship for School Administrators

Educational Technology Badges

A technology professional learning badging system was implemented to encourage and document

technology professional learning and implementation among district employees. As participants

complete a series of classes and tasks, they will be awarded a certificate and digital copy of a badge.

In Eduphoria, the employee is awarded a professional development level on their transcript.

Purpose of Badges We want to recognize staff that attend training (Level 1 Badge) and recognize staff that demonstrate

and implement what they learn by completing work-related tasks (Level 2 and Level 3 Badges).

These badges are meant to signify an accomplishment and our hope is that other staff will be even

more motivated to engage in digital leadership.

(Level 1) Training (Awareness)

(Level 2) Demonstration (Praxis-demonstration of learning)

(Level 3) Accomplished (Phronesis-Decision-making, performance and implementation)

Participants in the Digital Leadership Academy will earn the Digital Leadership Badge Levels 1, 2,

and/or 3. Badge levels can overlap for digital leaders. For example: completing a training will earn

points towards the level 1 badge and demonstrating through performance will earn points towards the

level 2 badge. The level 3 badge requires decision-making, school-wide performance, and

implementation.

When you complete a badge level, submit the request form: http://bit.ly/2wBBEms.

http://bit.ly/2wBBEms

Course Descriptions (Lab Trainings/Webinars) DLA: Microsoft Sway

Office Sway is a web-based application that helps you create, format, and present your content on an interactive canvas. Sway allows you to easily organize and blend your documents to express your ideas in a layout that is simple and quick to use. You can showcase your creativity in a new interactive way that can be shared across multiple platforms. Class Type: Lab Training

CPE Hours: 2

Date: 9/13/2018

Time: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM

Location: PDC, Lab 006

Register: https://www.schoolobjects.com/wshop/default.aspx?cid=17578

I.S.T.E. Education Leader: 3C, 5A, 5D

T-PESS 3B

DLA Webinar: Canva-Beautiful Designs and Documents Take visual communication documents to the next level, even if you feel like your technology skills are limited. Learn how to use this simple tool to enhance your documents visually. When your document is complete, easily print and share. Class Type: Online/Webinar

CPE Hours: 0.5

Date: 9/19/2018

Time: 4:00 PM-4:30 PM

Location: Online



T-PESS 3B, 3C

DLA: Digital Tools for School Administrators During this training, participants will explore digital tools that support teaching and learning. Participants will receive an overview of each tool. Participants will practice using a variety of tools by completing challenges. Practice using digital tools to support your work, whether you are engaging the community or observing learning in the classroom. Class Type: Lab Training

CPE Hours: 2

Date: 10/16/2018

Time: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM




T-PESS 3B

DLA Webinar: Flipgrid for Faculty Meetings Flipgrid is a video discussion platform used by K-16 educators, students, and families. Flipgrid is the place to use your voice and share thoughts and learn together. It's the way to engage in an interconnected digital world. Short. Authentic. Amplified. Class Type: Online/Webinar

CPE Hours: 0.5

Date: 10/24/2018

Time: 4:00 PM-4:30 PM

Location: Online


I.S.T.E. Education Leader: 3C, 5A, 5C, 5D

T-PESS 3B, 3C

DLA: itslearning for School Administrators Participants will learn how to incorporate the itslearning learning management system into everyday administrative tasks. Participants will learn how to navigate the interface and participate in online courses and tasks. Participants will learn how to organize for document storage and document collection. Participants will examine ways to engage staff in professional learning and growth through itslearning. Class Type: Lab Training

CPE Hours: 2

Date: 11/15/2018

Time: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM




T-PESS 3B, 3C

DLA Webinar: GooseChase-Active Engagement GooseChase EDU is an online scavenger hunt platform. Easily join public games or create a custom scavenger hunt. It’s excitement, active engagement, and collaboration rolled up into one easy to use digital tool. Class Type: Online/Webinar

CPE Hours: 0.5

Date: 12/5/2018

Time: 4:00 PM-4:30 PM

Location: Online



T-PESS 3B, 3C

https://www.schoolobjects.com/wshop/default.aspx?cid=17578






Course Descriptions (Lab Trainings/Webinars) DLA: GooseChase for School Administrators

GooseChase EDU is an online scavenger hunt platform. Easily join public games or create a custom scavenger hunt. It’s excitement, active engagement, and collaboration rolled up into one easy to use digital tool. Class Type: Lab Training

CPE Hours: 2

Date: 12/11/2018

Time: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM




T-PESS 3B, 3C

DLA Webinar: I.S.T.E. Standards and SAMR I.S.T.E. Standards for School Administrators guide school leaders in supporting digital-age learning, creating technology-rich learning environments, and leading the transformation of the educational landscape. SAMR (substitution, augmentation, modification, redefinition) is a model used to determine whether the technology used during a lesson is enhancing or transforming learning. Class Type: Online/Webinar

CPE Hours: 0.5

Date: 1/16/2019

Time: 4:00 PM-4:30 PM

Location: Online


I.S.T.E. Education Leader: 3C, 5A, 5C, 5D

T-PESS 1B, 3B, 3D, 4A, 4C

DLA Webinar: TweetDeck TweetDeck is a social media dashboard that provides users with a comprehensive way to manage multiple Twitter accounts. The interface consists of multiple columns that are customizable. The dashboard can include the Twitter timeline, notifications, direct messages, lists, trends, hashtags, Tweets from a single user, and more. Class Type: Online/Webinar

CPE Hours: 0.5

Date: 1/30/2019

Time: 4:00 PM-4:30 PM

Location: Online


I.S.T.E. Education Leader: 5A, 5B, 5D

T-PESS 3B, 3C

DLA: Digital Tools for School Administrators During this training, participants will explore digital tools that support teaching and learning. Participants will receive an overview of each tool. Participants will practice using a variety of tools by completing challenges. Practice using digital tools to support your work, whether you are engaging the community or observing learning in the classroom. Class Type: Lab Training

CPE Hours: 2

Date: 2/12/2019

Time: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM




T-PESS 3B

DLA Webinar: Canva-Beautiful Designs and Documents Take visual communication documents to the next level, even if you feel like your technology skills are limited. Learn how to use this simple tool to enhance your documents visually. When your document is complete, easily print and share. Class Type: Online/Webinar

CPE Hours: 0.5

Date: 2/20/2019

Time: 4:00 PM-4:30 PM

Location: Online



T-PESS 3B, 3C

DLA: GooseChase for School Administrators GooseChase EDU is an online scavenger hunt platform. Easily join public games or create a custom scavenger hunt. It’s excitement, active engagement, and collaboration rolled up into one easy to use digital tool. Class Type: Lab Training

CPE Hours: 2

Date: 2/28/2019

Time: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM




T-PESS 3B, 3C







Course Descriptions (Lab Trainings/Webinars) DLA Webinar: GooseChase-Active

Engagement GooseChase EDU is an online scavenger hunt platform. Easily join public games or create a custom scavenger hunt. It’s excitement, active engagement, and collaboration rolled up into one easy to use digital tool. Class Type: Online/Webinar

CPE Hours: 0.5

Date: 3/6/2019

Time: 4:00 PM-4:30 PM

Location: Online



T-PESS 3B, 3C

DLA: itslearning for School Administrators Participants will learn how to incorporate the itslearning learning management system into everyday administrative tasks. Participants will learn how to navigate the interface and participate in online courses and tasks. Participants will learn how to organize for document storage and document collection. Participants will examine ways to engage staff in professional learning and growth through itslearning. Class Type: Lab Training

CPE Hours: 2

Date: 3/19/2019

Time: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM




T-PESS 3B, 3C

Course Descriptions (Article Studies)

DLA Article Study: Creating Technology-

Enhanced, Learner-Centered Classrooms This article provides an overview of a study involving 126 teachers in northeast Texas and southwest Arkansas. The article provides insight into how to support teachers in creating technology-enhanced, learner-centered classroom. The authors are Dr. Yun-Jo An and Dr. Charles Reigeluth. Class Type: Online/eCourse

CPE Hours: 3

Date: June 6-April 26

Time: Online, All Day-Online, All Day

Location: Online


I.S.T.E. Education Leader: 2E, 3D, 5A, 5D

T-PESS 1B, 2B, 3B

DLA Article Study: Digital Libraries-Off the Shelves According to this article, libraries are redefining their lending mission in the age of digital devices and content. The article translates the story of the Mesquite Independent School District’s journey into the use of digital books. The author is Bridget McCrea. Class Type: Online/eCourse

CPE Hours: 3



Location: Online



T-PESS 1A, 1B, 3B

DLA Article Study: Leading the Digital District This article offer the perspective of issues related to the operation of urban school districts in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex utilizing digital instructional technologies from the perspective district-level technology leaders and superintendents. The authors are Dr. Chuck Holt and Dr. Amy Burkman. Class Type: Online/eCourse

CPE Hours: 4



Location: Online


I.S.T.E. Education Leader: 2E, 5A, 5D

T-PESS 1B, 3A, 3B, 5D

DLA Article Study: Principals' Perceptions of the Importance of Technology in Schools This article provides an overview of a study involving 311 principals from a large metropolitan area in the southwest region of the United States. Through a questionnaire, principals reported their perspectives of the major functions of technology in schools. The authors are Hersh C. Waxman, Anna Witt Boriack, Yuan-Hsuan Lee, and Angus MacNeil. Class Type: Online/eCourse

CPE Hours: 4



Location: Online



T-PESS 1B, 3B







Course Descriptions (Article Studies/Online Classes) DLA Article Study: Rethinking Reading

Promotion: Old School Meets Technology According to this article, a big challenge for teacher librarians is promoting books and reading in middle schools and high schools. This article examines two technology-related strategies for promoting books: booktalks and book trailers. The authors are Rosemary Chance and Teri Lesesne. Class Type: Online/eCourse

CPE Hours: 3



Location: Online



T-PESS 1A, 1B, 3B, 3C

DLA eCourse: Get Your School Common Sense Media Certified (School Administrators) In this eCourse, participants learn about Common Sense Media certification and what it means for schools. Certification takes schools taking the necessary steps to equip students with the skills they need to be responsible online. Course components include digital citizenship, C.I.P.A, certification benefits, certification process, and parent engagement. Class Type: Online/eCourse

CPE Hours: 4



Location: Online


I.S.T.E. Education Leader: 1C, 1D, 4C, 5A, 5D

T-PESS 1B, 3B, 3C, 3D, 4C, 4D

DLA eCourse: Google for School Administrators (School Administrators) In this eCourse, participants will utilize three Google tools. With Google Keep, users can create, share, and collaborate with people on notes and lists. With Google Forms, users can create and analyze surveys/polls instantly. With Google Drive, users can upload and store all of your files online, as well as, access through from a computer, smartphone, or tablet. Class Type: Online/eCourse

CPE Hours: 5



Location: Online



T-PESS 1B, 3B, 3C, 3C

DLA eCourse: Intro to Digital Citizenship for School Administrators During this self-paced, online session, you will become knowledgeable about Digital Citizenship by viewing the eight categories of Digital Citizenship. Each chapter contains activities and a short assessment. You must complete each activity and score 80% on each assessment to earn credit for this course. Class Type: Online/eCourse

CPE Hours: 2



Location: Online


I.S.T.E. Education Leader: 1C, 1D, 4C, 5A, 5D

T-PESS 3B, 3C, 3D, 4C, 4D





itslearning: How to Access an eCourse

1. Go to https://my.fwisd.org/sitepages/home.aspx

2. Use active directory credentials to access.

3. Click on itslearning Staff.

4. Click Log in with Fort Worth ISD account.

5. Click Courses, and select All Courses in the drop-down menu.

6. Select the drop-down menu near Find more courses and select Site course catalog in the

upper right corner.

7. Search for course title. Select the course title. Click Enroll in this Course. Navigate to the Courses tab, and select the course from the populated list.

https://my.fwisd.org/sitepages/home.aspx

Demonstration Tasks Participants in the Digital Leadership Academy can earn the Digital Leadership Badge Levels 1, 2,

and 3. Badge levels can overlap for digital leaders. For example: completing training will earn points

towards the level 1 badge and demonstrating through performance will earn points towards the level

2 badge. The level 3 badge requires consistent school-wide performance and implementation.

SAMR Walk-throughs

Integration Points: 4

Task Details

Conduct two SAMR School Walk-throughs for 1/3 of your teachers two times. The

objective is to understand and support the improvement of classroom practice and to

practice identifying effective technology integration. Link to SAMR Walk-through form.

Upload finished artifacts online in itslearning in the Digital Leadership Demonstration

and Performance Task Course.

Artifacts

Send an email to [email protected] to receive a copy of the SAMR form. Copy

the Google form to your Google account (Right-click>>>Make a copy and rename your

copy). Upload the response spreadsheet and graphs in itslearning in the Digital

Leadership Demonstration and Performance Task Course.

mailto:[email protected]

School Digital Learning Plan


Task Details

Work with your school Technology Liaison and technology committee to complete the

school digital learning plan. Receive support and guidance from Educational

Technology. Use the digital learning plan template and data from BrightBytes to

support technology goals and strategies. The plan is due November 16, 2018. After

the plan is complete, show evidence of implementation of the plan components, and

earn the Level 2 Badge by April 26, 2019. Post the results and upload finished

artifacts online in itslearning in the Digital Leadership Demonstration and Performance

Task Course.

School Digital Learning Plan Template

Artifacts

School Digital Learning Plan

Campus-based Training


Task Details

Use BrightBytes data as a guide, along with the school digital learning plan, and host

three campus-based technology training sessions at your school. 51% staff

attendance required for all three trainings. Post the results and upload finished


Task Course.

Artifacts

Professional learning sign-in sheets

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1gI-IBgWcB62FGnUPPM1e7AX59iTcQrJA

FWTC Campus Attendance


Task Details

Receive points towards the level 2 badge when 33% of staff attend the conference.

Must submit a conference attendance plan. Post the results and upload finished


Task Course.

Artifacts

Send a copy of your conference attendance plan to [email protected] to receive

attendance verification.

Article Study Follow-up


Task Details

Complete three tasks related to one or more of the articles. The demonstration can be

in the form of any work-related task. Demonstration across multiple articles is allowed.

Artifacts

Artifacts should include any document or link to site, newsletter, etc… that acts as

evidence. An artifact document should include statements like:

As a result of the _____________________ article study, I

__________________.

Face-to-Face Training Follow-up


Task Details

This demonstration task varies and is personalized. Click here to see an example.

Artifacts



As a result of the _____________________ training, I __________________.

Online Training Follow-up


Task Details


Artifacts



As a result of the _____________________ online training, I

__________________.

Webinar Follow-up


Task Details


Artifacts

Artifacts should include any document or link to the site, newsletter, etc. that acts as

evidence.

An artifact document should include statements like:

As a result of the _____________________ webinar, I __________________

Performance Tasks The level 3 badge requires consistent school-wide performance and implementation.

Become a Common Sense Certified School


Task Details

Complete all items on the Common Sense School Checklist.

Artifacts

Letter, certificate, and a copy of the banner file from Common Sense

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ObPZU4LpvlEXZmDRhFiu90Mm6Y13FkkR/view?usp=sharing

Create, Implement, and Monitor a School Digital Learning Plan


Task Details

To receive points towards the Level 3 badge, you must submit the School Digital

Learning Plan, along with artifacts that show completion and implementation of plan

components. For the current school year, perform the following:

(1) Organize a small campus technology committee (minimum of four staff

members).

(2) Meet with the campus technology committee to review data from BrightBytes.

Use your Technology Learning Coach as a resource.

(3) Use the school digital learning plan template to write the plan.

(4) Submit the plan to Educational Technology by November 16, 2018.

(5) Submit artifacts to show implementation and completion of plan components

by April 26, 2019.

(6) Upload finished artifacts online in itslearning in the Digital Leadership

Demonstration and Performance Task Course.

Artifacts

School Digital Learning Plan, professional learning sign-in-sheets, other related

documentation

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1gI-IBgWcB62FGnUPPM1e7AX59iTcQrJA

Use itslearning as a Communication Tool and Document

Repository


Task Details

Incorporate the itslearning learning management system into everyday administrative tasks. Create

an avenue for common document storage and document collection. Collect documents from

teachers like lesson plans, PLC notes, etc.… Engage staff in professional learning and growth

through itslearning by utilizing features like the discussion board. Use itslearning six months with

your staff. More information about this performance task will be given upon registration. Upload

finished artifacts online in itslearning in the Digital Leadership Demonstration and Performance Task

Course.

Artifacts

Use the rubric for guidance. Add Karla Lester to the itslearning Faculty course. Send an email to

[email protected] to receive credit.

Increase Student Use of Technology Through Technology PLCs


Task Details

Conduct three educational technology PLCs. Create a pineapple board so that teachers can tell

others when students will use technology in their classroom. Perform walk-throughs during this time.

Use the SAMR Walk-through form if needed.

Artifacts

Picture of the monthly pineapple board and PLC sign-in sheets. Copy the Google SAMR walk-

through form to your Google account. (See page 12 for more information.) Upload the response

spreadsheet or graphs. You may also upload pictures of student learning, with permission.

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1um0WTcK_WeEos3eQDqcg_oV5RZeUrbxB

I.S.T.E. Standards for Education Leaders International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)

The ISTE standards for education leaders include six focus areas: equity and citizenship advocacy,

visionary planner, empowering leader, systems designer, and connected learner. The ISTE

Standards for Education Leaders envisions school leaders as the leaders of technology planning and

implementation at the schools they serve.

1. Equity and Citizenship Advocate

Leaders use technology to increase equity, inclusion, and digital citizenship practices.

Education leaders:

a. Ensure all students have skilled teachers who actively use technology to meet student

learning needs.

b. Ensure all students have access to the technology and connectivity necessary to

participate in authentic and engaging learning opportunities.

c. Model digital citizenship by critically evaluating online resources, engaging in civil

discourse online and using digital tools to contribute to positive social change.

d. Cultivate responsible online behavior, including the safe, ethical and legal use of

technology.

2. Visionary Planner

Leaders engage others in establishing a vision, strategic plan and ongoing evaluation cycle for

transforming learning with technology. Education leaders:

a. Engage education stakeholders in developing and adopting a shared vision for using

technology to improve student success, informed by the learning sciences.

b. Build on the shared vision by collaboratively creating a strategic plan that articulates

how technology will be used to enhance learning.

c. Evaluate progress on the strategic plan, make course corrections, measure impact and

scale effective approaches for using technology to transform learning.

d. Communicate effectively with stakeholders to gather input on the plan, celebrate

successes and engage in a continuous improvement cycle.

e. Share lessons learned, best practices, challenges and the impact of learning with

technology with other education leaders who want to learn from this work.

3. Empowering Learner

Leaders create a culture where teachers and learners are empowered to use technology in

innovative ways to enrich teaching and learning. Education leaders:

a. Empower educators to exercise professional agency, build teacher leadership skills and

pursue personalized professional learning.

b. Build the confidence and competency of educators to put the ISTE Standards for

Students and Educators into practice.

c. Inspire a culture of innovation and collaboration that allows the time and space to

explore and experiment with digital tools.

d. Support educators in using technology to advance learning that meets the diverse

learning, cultural, and social-emotional needs of individual students.

e. Develop learning assessments that provide a personalized, actionable view of student

progress in real time.

4. Systems Designer

Leaders build teams and systems to implement, sustain and continually improve the use of

technology to support learning. Education leaders:

a. Lead teams to collaboratively establish robust infrastructure and systems needed to

implement the strategic plan.

b. Ensure that resources for supporting the effective use of technology for learning are

sufficient and scalable to meet future demand.

c. Protect privacy and security by ensuring that students and staff observe effective

privacy and data management policies.

d. Establish partnerships that support the strategic vision, achieve learning priorities and

improve operations.

5. Connected Learner

Leaders model and promote continuous professional learning for themselves and others.

Education leaders:

a. Set goals to remain current on emerging technologies for learning, innovations in

pedagogy and advancements in the learning sciences.

b. Participate regularly in online professional learning networks to collaboratively learn with

and mentor other professionals.

c. Use technology to regularly engage in reflective practices that support personal and

professional growth.

d. Develop the skills needed to lead and navigate change, advance systems and promote

a mindset of continuous improvement for how technology can improve learning