Ron Hickey

Education Specialist Media – Instructional Technology

Portfolio

Table of Contents• Purpose• Résumé• SWOT• Projects• Standards• Endpoint Submissions• Final Reflections

Purpose• The purpose of this portfolio is to demonstrate my learning adventures

as an Ed.S. student in the Media Instructional Technology Program at the University of West Georgia. Included are links to 5 of my favorite projects and other artifacts that provide evidence that I met the standards required by the program.

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Résumé

174 Center Grove RoadLa Fayette, Georgia 30728Phone: 706-764-9909Cell: 423-309-6986Email: Rhickey360@windstream.net

My résumé

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SWOT

Midpoint - Spring 2010

My midpoint SWOT Technology Analysis Paper

Final - Spring 2011

My Final SWOT Technology Analysis Paper

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Projects – My Favorite 5• Come, My Friends - Video Project

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• Internet Tools Web Page-Standard

• Leadership Skills – Video Project -Standard

• My Life – Multimedia Project-Standard

• Jabberwocky eBook Project-Standard

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NETS – Technology Standards

• TL-I. Technology Operations and Concepts

• TL-II. Planning and Designing Learning Environments and Experiences

• TL-III. Teaching, Learning, and the Curriculum

• TL-IV. Assessment and Evaluation

• TL-V. Productivity and Professional Practice

• TL-VI. Social, Ethical, Legal, and Human Issues

• TL-VII. Procedures, Policies, Planning, and Budgeting for Technology Environments

• TL-VIII. Leadership and Vision

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TL-I. Technology Operations and Concepts Educational technology leaders demonstrate an advanced understanding of technology operations and concepts. Educational technology leaders:

Performance Indicator COE Conceptual Framework Indicator Artifacts

a. Demonstrate knowledge, skills, and understanding of concepts related to technology (as described in the ISTE NETS for Teachers 2000).

Inquisitive: The candidate should seek continually to improve their knowledge, disposition, and skills to influence transformational systemic change.

Artifact: eBook JabberwockyCourse: 7468 Introduction to MultimediaSemester: Fall 2009

b. Demonstrate continual growth in technology knowledge and skills to stay abreast of current and emerging technologies.

Knowledgeable: The candidate should be able to demonstrate general knowledge inherent in a liberal arts curriculum, advanced knowledge in content areas, and specific knowledge in professional education for the implementation of transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Discussion 9Course:7468 Introduction to MultimediaSemester: Fall 2009

TL-II. Planning and Designing Learning Environments and Experiences Educational technology leaders plan, design, and model effective learning environments and multiple experiences supported by technology. Educational technology leaders:

Performance Indicator COE Conceptual Framework Indicator Artifacts

a. Design developmentally appropriate learning opportunities that apply technology-enhanced instructional strategies to support the diverse needs of learners.

Culturally Sensitive: The candidate should be able to develop awareness and understanding of individual and group differences when diagnosing and prescribing transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Discussion 12Course:7468 Introduction to MultimediaSemester:Fall 2009

b. Apply current research on teaching and learning with technology when planning learning environments and experiences.

Knowledgeable: The candidate should be able to demonstrate general knowledge inherent in a liberal arts curriculum, advanced knowledge in content areas, and specific knowledge in professional education for the implementation of transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Henry County Project /EvaluationCourse: 7472 Introduction to Distance EducationSemester: Summer 2010

c. Identify and locate technology resources and evaluate them for accuracy and suitability.

Proactive: The candidate should be able to advocate for the removal of barriers that impede lifelong learning and hinder transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Professional Development ArticleCourse: 8463 Issues in Instructional TechnologySemester: Spring 2010

d. Plan for the management of technology resources within the context of learning activities.

Reflective: The candidate should be able to demonstrate critical thinking skills in the diagnosis and prescription for transformational systemic change.

Artifact: The Big ThreeCourse: 8463 Issues in Instructional TechnologySemester: Spring 2010

e. Plan strategies to manage student learning in a technology-enhanced environment.

Inquisitive: The candidate should seek continually to improve their knowledge, disposition, and skills to influence transformational systemic change.

Artifact: InterviewCourse: 8461 Diffusion of InnovationsSemester: Fall 2009

f. Identify and apply instructional design principles associated with the development of technology resources.

Knowledgeable: The candidate should be able to demonstrate general knowledge inherent in a liberal arts curriculum, advanced knowledge in content areas, and specific knowledge in professional education for the implementation of transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Discussion 6Course: 7468 Introduction to MultimediaSemester: Fall 2009

TL-III. Teaching, Learning, and the Curriculum Educational technology leaders model, design, and disseminate plans that include methods and strategies for applying technology to maximize student learning. Educational technology leaders:

Performance Indicator COE Conceptual Framework Indicator Artifacts and Reflections

a. Facilitate technology-enhanced experiences that address content standards and student technology standards.

Adaptive: The candidate should be able to demonstrate flexibility and strategic planning appropriate to a wide variety of learners for effective transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Concept Map for Online Course Course: 7472 Distance LearningSemester: Summer 2010

b. Use technology to support learner-centered strategies that address the diverse needs of students.

Culturally Sensitive: The candidate should be able to develop awareness and understanding of individual and group differences when diagnosing and prescribing transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Discussion 12Course: 7468 Introduction to MultimediaSemester: Fall 2009

c. Apply technology to demonstrate students' higher-order skills and creativity.

Knowledgeable: The candidate should be able to demonstrate general knowledge inherent in a liberal arts curriculum, advanced knowledge in content areas, and specific knowledge in professional education for the implementation of transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Henry County Online Course - ReviewCourse: 7472 Distance LearningSemester: Summer 2010

d. Manage student learning activities in a technology-enhanced environment.

Adaptive: The candidate should be able to demonstrate flexibility and strategic planning appropriate to a wide variety of learners for effective transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Creating an E-Portfolio for LFO CTAECourse: 8484 Research SeminarSemester: Fall 2010

e. Use current research and district/state/national content and technology standards to build lessons and units of instruction.

Adaptive: The candidate should be able to demonstrate flexibility and strategic planning appropriate to a wide variety of learners for effective transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Development of Online Lesson in CourseDenCourse: 7472 Distance LearningSemester: Summer 2010

TL-IV. Assessment and Evaluation Educational technology leaders communicate research on the use of technology to implement effective assessment and evaluation strategies. Educational technology leaders:

Performance Indicator COE Conceptual Framework Indicator Artifact

a. Apply technology in assessing student learning of subject matter using a variety of assessment techniques.

Decisive: The candidate should be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills when making decisions that will influence effective transformational systemic change

Artifact: English IB Online Course ReviewCourse: 7472 Distance EducationSemester: Summer 2010

b. Use technology resources to collect and analyze data, interpret results, and communicate findings to improve instructional practice and maximize student learning.

Leading: The candidate should be able to demonstrate effective leadership skills to initiate and facilitate transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Google Docs SurveyCourse: 8480 Program EvaluationSemester: Spring 2011

c. Apply multiple methods of evaluation to determine students' appropriate use of technology resources for learning, communication, and productivity.

Decisive: The candidate should be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills when making decisions that will influence effective transformational systemic change

Artifact: Evaluation of Classmate's Online Unit of InstructionCourse: 7472 Distance LearningSemester: Summer 2010

TL-V. Productivity and Professional Practice Educational technology leaders design, develop, evaluate and model products created using technology resources to improve and enhance their productivity and professional practice. Educational technology leaders:

Performance Indicator COE Conceptual Framework Artifacts

a. Use technology resources to engage in ongoing professional development and lifelong learning.

Proactive: The candidate should be able to advocate for the removal of barriers that impede lifelong learning and hinder transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Google Reader - AggregatorsCourse: 7462 Internet ToolsSemester: Fall 2010

b. Continually evaluate and reflect on professional practice to make informed decisions regarding the use of technology in support of student learning.

Inquisitive: The candidate should seek continually to improve their knowledge, disposition, and skills to influence transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Evaluation of APEX at LFO High SchoolCourse: 8461 Diffusions of InnovationsSemester: Fall 2009

c. Apply technology to increase productivity. Proactive: The candidate should be able to advocate for the removal of barriers that impede lifelong learning and hinder transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Google CalendarCourse: 7462 Internet ToolsSemester: Fall 2010

d. Use technology to communicate and collaborate with peers, parents, and the larger community in order to nurture student learning.

Proactive: The candidate should be able to advocate for the removal of barriers that impede lifelong learning and hinder transformational systemic change.

Artifact: G-mailCourse: 7462 Internet ToolsSemester: Fall 2010

TL-VI. Social, Ethical, Legal, and Human Issues Educational technology leaders understand the social, ethical, legal, and human issues surrounding the use of technology in PK-12 schools and develop programs facilitating application of that understanding in practice throughout their district/region/state. Educational technology leaders:

Performance Indicator COE Conceptual Framework Indicator Artifacts

a. Model and teach legal and ethical practice related to technology use.

Empathetic: The candidate should be able to develop the sensitivity for individual, family, and institutional needs that will embrace transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Research CertificateCourse: 8484 Research SeminarSemester: Fall 2010

b. Apply technology resources to enable and empower learners with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, and abilities.

Collaborative: The candidate should be able to develop skills to work effectively with various stakeholders involved in the educational process that will bring about transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Podcast Discussion- Using Technology to Design a "Personal Curriculum"Course: 8461 Diffusion of InnovationsSemester: Fall 09

c. Identify and use technology resources that affirm diversity.

Culturally Sensitive: The candidate should be able to develop awareness and understanding of individual and group differences when diagnosing and prescribing transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Genetics and Homosexuality PresentationCourse: 8102 CEPDSemester: Summer 2010

d. Promote safe and healthy use of technology resources.

Adaptive: The candidate should be able to demonstrate flexibility and strategic planning appropriate to a wide variety of learners for effective transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Developing a Model of Adolescent Friendship Formation on the InternetCourse: 8102 CEPDSemester: Summer 2010

e. Facilitate equitable access to technology resources for all students.

Proactive: The candidate should be able to advocate for the removal of barriers that impede lifelong learning and hinder transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Podcast Discussion - "Tapping into My Space Minds"Course: 8463 Issues in Instructional TechnologySemester: Spring 2010

TL-VII. Procedures, Policies, Planning, and Budgeting for Technology Environments. Educational technology leaders coordinate development and direct implementation of technology infrastructure procedures, policies, plans, and budgets for PK-12 schools. Educational technology leaders:

Performance Indicator COE Conceptual Framework Indicator Artifacts

a. Use the school technology facilities and resources to implement classroom instruction.

Adaptive: The candidate should be able to demonstrate flexibility and strategic planning appropriate to a wide variety of learners for effective transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Video Bio (Come My Friends)Course: 7470 Video ProductionSemester: Spring 2010

b. Follow procedures and guidelines used in planning and purchasing technology resources.

Adaptive: The candidate should be able to demonstrate flexibility and strategic planning appropriate to a wide variety of learners for effective transformational systemic change.

Artifact: LOTI DiscussionCourse: 8461 Diffusion of InnovationsSemester:Fall 09

c. Participate in professional development opportunities related to management of school facilities, technology resources, and purchases.

Inquisitive: The candidate should seek continually to improve their knowledge, disposition, and skills to influence transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Program and Portfolio FocusCourse: 8463 Issues in Instructional TechnologySemester: Spring 2010

TL-VIII. Leadership and Vision Educational technology leaders will facilitate development of a shared vision for comprehensive integration of technology and foster an environment and culture conducive to the realization of the vision. Educational technology leaders:

Performance Indicator COE Conceptual Framework Indicator Artifacts

a. Identify and apply educational and technology-related research, the psychology of learning, and instructional design principles in guiding the use of computers and technology in education.

Knowledgeable: drawing on pedagogical, content, and professional knowledge, including knowledge from others’ research, when planning the intervention or innovation

Artifact: Literature ReviewCourse: 8484 Research SeminarSemester: Fall 2010

b. Apply strategies for and knowledge of issues related to managing the change process in schools.

Knowledgeable: drawing on pedagogical, content, and professional knowledge, including knowledge from others’ research, when planning the intervention or innovation.

Artifact: Roger's Theory of Diffusion DiscussionCourse: 8461 Diffusions of InnovationSemester: Fall 09

c. Apply effective group process skills. Collaborative: The candidate should be able to develop skills to work effectively with various stakeholders involved in the educational process that will bring about transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Research Seminar Wiki ScreenshotCourse: 8484 Research SeminarSemester: Fall 2010

d. Lead in the development and evaluation of district technology planning and implementation.

Knowledgeable: drawing on pedagogical, content, and professional knowledge, including knowledge from others’ research, when planning the intervention or innovation

Artifact: Research Survey and Data CollectionCourse: 8484 Research SeminarSemester: Fall 2010

e. Engage in supervised field-based experiences with accomplished technology facilitators and/or directors.

Leading: The candidate should be able to demonstrate effective leadership skills to initiate and facilitate transformational systemic change.

Artifact: Evaluation PlanCourse: 8480 Program EvaluationSemester: Spring 2011

IT Endpoint Submissions• NETS – COE Standards and Conceptual Framework• Field Experiences• Dispositions Rubric

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Final Thoughts

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“Be true to your work, you word, and your friend.”

Henry David Thoreau

Over the last five semesters, I have gained valuable skills that have made me a better learner and a better educator. At one point I jokingly told a professor that I could now change the world with PowerPoint. As overstated as my claim was, I have learned many strategies and tools that I can use with students and share with colleagues as a result of my studies in the Instructional Technology program. From a personal perspective, I have done my best to produce quality work; I have remained constant in my desire and commitment to learn; I have made a number of new friends...not a bad way to spend the last two years.