Participate and share: Interactive session 
Objectives/Evidence of Success:
The workshop's objectives are structured based on the KUD Model, which clearly defines what administrators will know, understand, and be able to do after completing the workshop. This model also serves as a guide for administrators to work collaboratively with teachers and measure their progress. Through the workshop, administrators will gain an in-depth knowledge of effective strategies for collaborative leadership, teacher empowerment, and technology integration innovation (Know). They will also develop a deep understanding of the principles and skills required to create personalized professional development plans and support teachers in achieving technology standards (Understand). Ultimately, administrators will be fully equipped to put their knowledge and skills into practice, taking tangible steps towards creating an inclusive learning environment that embraces diverse backgrounds and perspectives among their teaching staff (Do).
1. Understanding: Administrators will gain a better understanding of effective strategies for collaborative leadership, teacher empowerment, and innovative technology integration within their educational institutions.
2. Skills and Knowledge: Attendees will acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to create personalized professional development plans tailored to their teaching staff's needs and to support teachers in achieving technology standards.
3. Actionable Implementation: Administrators will be better equipped to take practical steps to create an inclusive learning environment that reflects diverse backgrounds and perspectives among their teaching staff.
Educational Challenge/Situation:
Administrators face the challenge of effectively leading technology integration to enhance teaching and learning in the dynamic educational landscape. The challenge lies in creating a collaborative environment where administrators can empower teachers in technology adoption and foster innovation.
Technology Intervention:
Our workshop uses technology tools and resources to address these challenges effectively. This includes collaboration platforms and interactive online tools for professional learning.
During the workshop, participants will learn to create a mock online community platform as part of an example activity. Administrators will join the forum and engage in discussions, resource sharing, and collaborative activities. Through role-playing scenarios, they will learn how to respond to teacher inquiries, initiate conversations, and encourage knowledge sharing within the online community as community facilitators. This hands-on experience will help them understand how such a community can support professional growth.
Models Employed:
We will employ a collaborative leadership model where administrators work together to foster an innovative culture within their educational institutions. Additionally, we emphasize a continuous improvement model, promoting ongoing learning and adaptation in response to evolving educational technology trends.
1. Instructional Coaching Model: Administrators will explore one-on-one coaching sessions with teachers to enhance their technology integration skills. They will acquire effective coaching strategies and communication techniques to support teachers in achieving their professional development goals.
2. Innovation Incubator Model: Participants will discover how to establish innovation hubs within educational institutions, allowing teachers to experiment with new technologies and teaching methods. Administrators will learn to set up and manage these hubs, nurturing a culture of innovation and experimentation.
These models align with the workshop's focus on collaborative leadership and continuous improvement, offering administrators various strategies to empower teachers in technology integration and encourage innovation within their institutions.
Lesson Plans or Instructional Activities/Strategies Employed:
Participants may engage in interactive activities to design personalized professional development plans tailored to the needs and interests of their teaching staff while integrating technology standards. Inclusive discussions explore the importance of diversity in technology integration, emphasizing the value of diverse voices and perspectives in education.
Presentation Outline (reduced to an hour)
I. Introduction (5 minutes)
- Workshop overview and objectives
- Audience Engagement: Quick poll or icebreaker activity
II. Challenges & Solutions (5 minutes)
- Educational challenges in tech integration
- Strategies for collaborative leadership
- Audience Engagement: Group discussion and sharing challenges
III. Tech Tools & Mock Community (15 minutes)
- Introduction to tech tools
- Hands-on mock online community activity
- Audience Engagement: Interactive online discussions, role-playing scenarios
IV. Leadership Models (10 minutes)
- Brief overview of collaborative leadership
- Mention continuous improvement
- Audience Engagement: Quick reflection and sharing
V. Coaching & Innovation (15 minutes)
- Instructional coaching model
- Innovation incubator model
- Audience Engagement: Small group discussions and case study analysis
VI. Practical Planning (10 minutes)
- A brief introduction to professional development planning
- Inclusive discussions on diversity in tech integration
- Audience Engagement: Pair or small group activity with scenario planning
VII. Objectives & Takeaways (5 minutes)
- Summary of objectives
- Encourage actionable implementation
- Audience Engagement: Open floor for questions and sharing takeaways
DeWitt, Peter. (2016). Collaborative leadership: Six influences that matter most. A joint publication between Corwin Press and Learning Forward.
Hall, Pete. (2008). The Principal Influence: A Framework for Developing Leadership Capacity in Principals. New York, NY: ASCD.
Pete Hall and Alisa Simeral. (2017). Creating a Culture of Reflective Practice: Building Capacity for Schoolwide Success. ASCD.
Knight, J. (2018). The Definitive Guide to Instructional Coaching: Seven Factors for Success. ASCD.
Technology Leadership for School Improvement." Journal of Educational Technology Development and Exchange, vol. 10, 2017, SAGE Publications.
The Tech-Savvy Administrator: How do I use technology to be a better school leader? By Steven W. Anderson and Kyle Pace, published by ASCD in 2014.
1. Internet Browser: Ensure you have an updated web browser (Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Safari) to access online resources and participate in interactive activities.
2. Document Creation: Consider having access to document creation tools like Google Docs or Microsoft Office for collaborative note-taking and document sharing.
3. Messaging App: Install a messaging app like Slack for real-time communication and collaboration with other participants during the session.
4. QR Code Scanner: A QR code scanner app (e.g., QR Code Reader) can be handy for accessing session materials and resources.
5. Presentation Viewer: Ensure you can view presentations; a PDF viewer is recommended.
6. Camera and Microphone: Ensure your device's camera and microphone function correctly for interactive discussions and activities.
7. Note-Taking App: If you prefer digital note-taking, consider using apps like Evernote or OneNote.
Please bring any necessary physical materials, such as notepads, pens, and chargers for your devices, to ensure a smooth and productive session.
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