National Educational Technology Standards for Teachers (ISTE)

The technology foundation standards for teachers are divided into six broad categories. All classroom teachers should be prepared to meet the following standards and performance indicators in order to best use technology in classroom instruction.

Technology Standards for Teachers

I. Technology Operations and Concepts
Teachers demonstrate a sound understanding of technology operations and concepts.

• Teachers demonstrate introductory knowledge, skills, and understanding of concepts related to technology (as describe in the ISTE National Educational Technology Standards for Students.)
• Teachers demonstrate continual growth in technology knowledge and skills to stay abreast of current and emerging technologies.

II. Planning and Designing Learning Environments and Experiences
Teachers plan and design effective learning environments and experiences supported by technology.

• Teachers design developmentally appropriate learning opportunities that apply technology-enhanced instructional strategies to support the diverse needs of learners.
• Teachers apply current research on teaching and learning with technology when planning learning environments and experiences.
• Teachers identify and locate technology resources and evaluate them for accuracy and suitability.
• Teachers plan for the management of technology resources within the context of learning activities.
• Teachers plan strategies to manage student learning in a technology-enhanced environment.

III. Teaching, Learning, and the Curriculum
Teachers implement curriculum plans that include methods and strategies for applying technology to maximize student learning.

• Teachers facilitate technology-enhanced experiences that address content standards and student technology standards.
• Teachers use technology to support learner-centered strategies that address the diverse needs of students.
• Teachers apply technology to develop students' higher order skills and creativity.
• Teachers manage student learning activities in a technology-enhanced environment.

IV. Assessment and Evaluation
Teachers apply technology to facilitate a variety of effective assessment and evaluation strategies.

• Teachers apply technology in assessing student learning of subject matter using a variety of assessment techniques.
• Teachers use technology resources to collect and analyze data, interpret results, and communicate findings to improve instructional practice and maximize student learning.
• Teachers apply multiple methods of evaluation to determine students' appropriate use of technology resources for learning, communication, and productivity.

V. Productivity and Professional Practice
Teachers use technology to enhance their productivity and professional practice.

• Teachers use technology resources to engage in ongoing professional development and lifelong learning.
• Teachers continually evaluate and reflect on professional practice to make informed decisions regarding the use of technology in support of student learning.
• Teachers apply technology to increase productivity.
• Teachers use technology to communicate and collaborate with peers, parents, and the larger community in order to nurture student learning.

VI. Social, Ethical, Legal, and Human Issues
Teachers understand the social, ethical, legal, and human issues surrounding the use of technology in PK-12 schools and apply that understanding in practice.

• Teachers model and teach legal and ethical practice related to technology use.
• Teachers apply technology resources to enable and empower learners with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, and abilities.
• Teachers identify and use technology resources that affirm diversity.
• Teachers promote safe and healthy use of technology resources.
• Teachers facilitate equitable access to technology resources for all students.