Leading the Technology-Powered School
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"A straightforward and easy read about what it takes to become a tech savvy leader in today's educational setting."
—Nathan Flansburg, Principal
Valentine Hills Elementary School, Arden Hills, MN
"The topic is timely and this book is practical and relevant to K–12 schools across the country. The tables, checklists, rubrics, research-based models, and website recommendations are terrific."
—Minjuan Wang, Associate Professor of Educational Technology
San Diego State University
Don't just ride the technology train – drive it
Today's children would rather text than talk, use apps instead of maps, and carry their phones, computers, cameras, and stereos in their palms. They need an active classroom, interdisciplinary curriculum, and project-based instruction that mirrors their lives outside the classroom. Author Marilyn L. Grady offers a cut-to-the-chase approach for busy principals who want to successfully lead with technology for enhanced student learning. This helpful resource shows school leaders how to
- Develop a technology leadership team
- Implement professional development
- Assess technical needs, student learning, and teacher performance
- Address cyber safety effectively
Included are field-tested tools in digestible "bytes" that bridge theory and practice, including a Principal's Exploration Agenda that outlines how to build capacity by taking just 15 minutes a day to explore recommended websites and blogs. Staying ahead of the technology curve is essential, and this book is written with an understanding that changes in technology are constant. The variety of principal experiences and vignettes will show you how to guide the way as your school's chief instructional leader.
Contents
Acknowledgments
Acknowledgments
About the Author
About the Author
Introduction
- Organization
- Special Features
- 21st Century
I. Human Capital
- 1. The Principal as Technology Leader
- Support Technology Use
- Action Agenda
- Resources
- 2. Teachers: The Magic Link Between Technology and Students
- Technology Use
- Generational Shift
- Action Agenda
- Resources
- 3. The Technology Leadership Team
- The Technology Specialist
- The Technology Leadership Team
- Action Agenda
- Resources
II. Core Issues
- 4. Professional Development
- Action Agenda
- 5. Cyberspace Leadership
- Cybersafety Leadership
- Action Agenda
- 6. Assessment: Technology Skills and Knowledge
- Action Agenda
III. Questions and Reflections
- 7. Questions and Reflections
- Technology Trends
References
References
Index
Index
Additional materials
Description
"A straightforward and easy read about what it takes to become a tech savvy leader in today's educational setting."
—Nathan Flansburg, Principal
Valentine Hills Elementary School, Arden Hills, MN
"The topic is timely and this book is practical and relevant to K–12 schools across the country. The tables, checklists, rubrics, research-based models, and website recommendations are terrific."
—Minjuan Wang, Associate Professor of Educational Technology
San Diego State University
Don't just ride the technology train – drive it
Today's children would rather text than talk, use apps instead of maps, and carry their phones, computers, cameras, and stereos in their palms. They need an active classroom, interdisciplinary curriculum, and project-based instruction that mirrors their lives outside the classroom. Author Marilyn L. Grady offers a cut-to-the-chase approach for busy principals who want to successfully lead with technology for enhanced student learning. This helpful resource shows school leaders how to
- Develop a technology leadership team
- Implement professional development
- Assess technical needs, student learning, and teacher performance
- Address cyber safety effectively
Included are field-tested tools in digestible "bytes" that bridge theory and practice, including a Principal's Exploration Agenda that outlines how to build capacity by taking just 15 minutes a day to explore recommended websites and blogs. Staying ahead of the technology curve is essential, and this book is written with an understanding that changes in technology are constant. The variety of principal experiences and vignettes will show you how to guide the way as your school's chief instructional leader.
Contents
Acknowledgments
Acknowledgments
About the Author
About the Author
Introduction
- Organization
- Special Features
- 21st Century
I. Human Capital
- 1. The Principal as Technology Leader
- Support Technology Use
- Action Agenda
- Resources
- 2. Teachers: The Magic Link Between Technology and Students
- Technology Use
- Generational Shift
- Action Agenda
- Resources
- 3. The Technology Leadership Team
- The Technology Specialist
- The Technology Leadership Team
- Action Agenda
- Resources
II. Core Issues
- 4. Professional Development
- Action Agenda
- 5. Cyberspace Leadership
- Cybersafety Leadership
- Action Agenda
- 6. Assessment: Technology Skills and Knowledge
- Action Agenda
III. Questions and Reflections
- 7. Questions and Reflections
- Technology Trends
References
References
Index
Index
Additional materials
Reviews
May 2011 | 120 pages | Corwin
| Format | Published Date | ISBN | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paperback | 01/02/2026 | 9781412949484 | $37.95 |
| Lifetime | 01/02/2026 | 9781452237534 | $35.00 |
"A straightforward and easy read about what it takes to become a tech savvy leader in today's educational setting."
—Nathan Flansburg, Principal
Valentine Hills Elementary School, Arden Hills, MN
"The topic is timely and this book is practical and relevant to K–12 schools across the country. The tables, checklists, rubrics, research-based models, and website recommendations are terrific."
—Minjuan Wang, Associate Professor of Educational Technology
San Diego State University
Don't just ride the technology train – drive it
Today's children would rather text than talk, use apps instead of maps, and carry their phones, computers, cameras, and stereos in their palms. They need an active classroom, interdisciplinary curriculum, and project-based instruction that mirrors their lives outside the classroom. Author Marilyn L. Grady offers a cut-to-the-chase approach for busy principals who want to successfully lead with technology for enhanced student learning. This helpful resource shows school leaders how to
- Develop a technology leadership team
- Implement professional development
- Assess technical needs, student learning, and teacher performance
- Address cyber safety effectively
Included are field-tested tools in digestible "bytes" that bridge theory and practice, including a Principal's Exploration Agenda that outlines how to build capacity by taking just 15 minutes a day to explore recommended websites and blogs. Staying ahead of the technology curve is essential, and this book is written with an understanding that changes in technology are constant. The variety of principal experiences and vignettes will show you how to guide the way as your school's chief instructional leader.
Table Of Contents:
- Acknowledgments
- About the Author
- Introduction
- Organization
- Special Features
- 21st Century
- I. Human Capital
- 1. The Principal as Technology Leader
- Support Technology Use
- Action Agenda
- Resources
- 2. Teachers: The Magic Link Between Technology and Students
- Technology Use
- Generational Shift
- Action Agenda
- Resources
- 3. The Technology Leadership Team
- The Technology Specialist
- The Technology Leadership Team
- Action Agenda
- Resources
- II. Core Issues
- 4. Professional Development
- Action Agenda
- 5. Cyberspace Leadership
- Cybersafety Leadership
- Action Agenda
- 6. Assessment: Technology Skills and Knowledge
- Action Agenda
- III. Questions and Reflections
- 7. Questions and Reflections
- Technology Trends
- References
- Index