Appendix B – Essential Conditions Certain conditions are necessary for schools to effectively use technology for learning, teaching and educational management. The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Essential Conditions are 14 critical elements necessary to effectively leverage technology for learning. They offer educators and school leaders a research-backed framework to guide implementation of the technology standards, technology planning and system-wide change. Proactive leadership develops a shared vision for educational technology among all education stakeholders, including teachers and support staff, school and district administrators, teacher educators, students, parents and the community. Stakeholders at every level are empowered to be leaders in effecting change. All stakeholders follow a systematic plan aligned with a shared vision for school effectiveness and student learning through the infusion of information and communication technology (ICT) and digital learning resources. Ongoing funding supports technology infrastructure, personnel, digital resources and staff development. All students, teachers, staff and school leaders have robust and reliable connectivity and access to current and emerging technologies and digital resources. Educators, support staff and other leaders are skilled in the selection and effective use of appropriate ICT resources. Educators have ongoing access to technology-related professional learning plans and opportunities as well as dedicated time to practice and share ideas. Educators and students have access to reliable assistance for maintaining, renewing and using ICT and digital learning resources.
Appendix B – Essential Conditions Certain conditions are necessary for schools to effectively use technology for learning, teaching and educational management. The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Essential Conditions are 14 critical elements necessary to effectively leverage technology for learning. They offer educators and school leaders a research-backed framework to guide implementation of the technology standards, technology planning and system-wide change. Proactive leadership develops a shared vision for educational technology among all education stakeholders, including teachers and support staff, school and district administrators, teacher educators, students, parents and the community. Stakeholders at every level are empowered to be leaders in effecting change. All stakeholders follow a systematic plan aligned with a shared vision for school effectiveness and student learning through the infusion of information and communication technology (ICT) and digital learning resources. Ongoing funding supports technology infrastructure, personnel, digital resources and staff development. All students, teachers, staff and school leaders have robust and reliable connectivity and access to current and emerging technologies and digital resources. Educators, support staff and other leaders are skilled in the selection and effective use of appropriate ICT resources. Educators have ongoing access to technology-related professional learning plans and opportunities as well as dedicated time to practice and share ideas. Educators and students have access to reliable assistance for maintaining, renewing and using ICT and digital learning resources.