School Name: Date: District Name: Evidence of Quality Teaching-Technology Background Information Subject (Choose one) English / Language Arts History/ Social Studies Math Science Other Grade Level(s) PreK K 1 Other _________ 2 3 Cart-based One to one 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Technology Used (Choose all that apply) One-computer Computer cluster None Lab Rating Guidelines Not Observed N Partially Observed-approaching expectations PO Fully observed-meeting expectations FO Fully observed-exceeding expectations EX N PO FO EX 1. Rich and Stimulating Physical Environment 1.1 Teacher uses computer and presentation devices effectively during lessons. 1.2 Standard 21st century technology tools are readily available. 1.3 Multimedia technology devices are readily available. 2. Classroom Climate Conducive to Learning 2.1 Clear classroom rules governing the appropriate use of technology are in place and followed. 2.2 Students cooperate and collaborate effectively when sharing technology resources. 2.3 Students are motivated about opportunities to use technology tools. 2.4 The teacher models appropriate and effective technology use. 3. Clear and High Expectations for All Students 3.1 Students are appropriately on–task during technology-supported lessons. 3.2 Students show clear evidence of cognitive engagement during technology-supported lessons. 3.3 Technology-supported student work samples suggest high levels of student learning. 3.4 Technology-supported lessons designed to address the needs of all students. 3.5 Teacher uses technology tools to communicate regularly with parents and / or students in ways that support student learning. 4. Coherent, Focused Instruction 4.1 Technology-supported lessons focus on and clearly support mastery of essential curriculum, including 21st century skills. 4.2 Teacher uses software and / or Web sites to enhance instruction. 4.3 Various technologies are used to help students visualize ideas or concepts. 4.4 Technology supports the differentiation of instruction. 5. Thoughtful Discourse 5.1 Teachers use various technologies to enhance and / or extend classroom discussions. 5.2 Students use technology to communicate and collaborate with others outside the classroom. 5.3 Students use creativity software to support the brainstorming process and to organize their ideas. 5.4 Students use technology to access information that supports classroom discussions. 5.5 Students use multimedia tools to present information that contributes to classroom discussions. 5.6 Students demonstrate an understanding of netiquette in digital discourse. 6. Authentic Learning 6.1 Students use technology tools to gather, evaluate, and use information. 6.2 Students use technology to solve authentic, open-ended problems. 6.3 Technology use supports teacher differentiation of authentic tasks. 6.4 Students use technology to manage and organize work processes and products. © 2008 Pearson Education, Inc. or its affiliates. All rights reserved. N PO FO EX N PO FO EX N PO FO EX N PO FO EX N PO FO EX 1 7. Regular Diagnostic Assessment for Learning 7.1 Teacher uses technology to track student performance data. 7.2 Teacher uses technology to analyze student formative and summative performance data. 7.3 Technology-supported performance tasks or products clearly align with essential curriculum, including 21st century skills. 7.4 Assessment criteria and / or tools allow teachers to effectively evaluate technology-supported student work. 8. Reading and Writing as Essential Activities 8.1 Technology resources effectively support the development of students’ pre-reading and fluency skills. 8.2 Technology resources effectively support the development of students’ reading comprehension skills. 8.3 Students use technology to create, revise, and publish written work. 8.4 Students evaluate online information for accuracy and authenticity. 8.5 Students adeptly avoid plagiarism, and document electronic resources. 9. Mathematical Reasoning 9.1 Students use technology for computation. 9.2 Students use technology to capture data. 9.3 Students use technology to display and analyze data efficiently. 9.4 Students use mathematical software and / or Web resources to enhance conceptual understanding. 9.5 Students use technology to formulate, represent, and solve mathematical problems. 10. Equitable Access to Technology 10.1 All students have equal time and access to technology. 10.2 Students are able to access and store their digital work. 10.3 In instances where applicable, technology is accessible to those with either physical or mental challenges. N PO FO EX N PO FO EX N PO FO EX N PO FO EX © 2008 Pearson Education, Inc. or its affiliates. All rights reserved. 2