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Empowering Student Tech Teams: A Three-Year Growth Plan

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Session description

"Empowering Student Tech Teams: A Three-Year Growth Plan," outlines a roadmap for building, expanding, and sustaining student tech teams. It focuses on inclusivity, digital citizenship, skill development, leadership, and community support. Key objectives include training in tech skills, leadership, collaboration, and preparing students for future careers in technology.

Outline

Agenda for: Empowering Student Tech Teams: A Three-Year Growth Plan
1. Year 1: Getting Started
Building the Foundation
Selecting Team Members
Securing Support
Initial Training
2. Year 2: Expanding Our Teams and Skills
Team Growth
Real-World Exposure
Advanced Skills Development
Collaboration and Problem-Solving
3. Year 3: Continuing Growth and Learning
Expanding Expertise
Showcasing Student Success
Supporting the Community
4. Looking Ahead: Preparing for Future Success
Exploring Emerging Tech
Career and Leadership Development
Sustaining the Program
Closing Remarks: Q&A and Reflection

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Supporting research

Supporting research for the presentation can be drawn from several key areas:

Digital Citizenship and Inclusivity:

Ribble, M. (2015). Digital Citizenship in Schools: Nine Elements All Students Should Know. This book explores best practices for teaching digital citizenship and the importance of inclusivity in tech education.

Student Leadership and Peer Support:

Cress, C. M., Astin, A. W., & Panos, D. (2010). The Role of Student Leadership in Creating a Diverse and Inclusive Campus Community. This research highlights how student leadership roles contribute to a more inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Hands-On Learning and Real-World Exposure:

Kolb, D. A. (2014). Experiential Learning: Experience as the Source of Learning and Development. Kolb’s work supports the value of hands-on learning and real-world exposure in developing technical and problem-solving skills.

Skill Development and Career Readiness:

National Research Council (2012). Education for Life and Work: Developing Transferable Knowledge and Skills in the 21st Century. This report emphasizes the importance of developing skills like leadership, communication, and problem-solving for career readiness.

Program Sustainability and Innovation:

Ladd, H. F., & Fiske, E. B. (2003). The Unequal Classroom: Teaching and Learning in Schools Serving Diverse Populations. This research provides insights into creating sustainable and innovative programs in diverse educational settings.

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Presenters

Amy Pate

Instructional Technologist

Starkville Oktibbeha Consolidated School

Session specifications

Topic:

Student Engagement and Agency

TLP:

Yes

Grade level:

6-12

Audience:

Counselor, District Level Leadership, School Level Leadership

Attendee devices:

Devices useful

Attendee device specification:

Smartphone: Android, iOS, Windows
Laptop: PC, Chromebook, Mac
Tablet: Android, iOS, Windows

Participant accounts, software and other materials:

None

Subject area:

Technology Education

ISTE Standards:

For Students:
Empowered Learner

Set learning goals, develop strategies leveraging technology to achieve them and reflect on the learning process to improve learning outcomes.

Digital Citizen

Demonstrate empathetic, inclusive interactions online and use technology to responsibly contribute to their communities.

Knowledge Constructor

Build knowledge by actively exploring real-world issues and problems, developing ideas and theories and pursuing answers and solutions.

TLPs:

Ensure Equity, Develop Expertise