May

=ITRT Data Training= We have developed a training program for ITRTs to learn how to make instructional decisions based upon existing data, and how to work with their faculty to make decisions as well. We have had one section of "train-the-trainer" professional development. The ITRTs who attended will be providing training to ITRTs in their regions. We are currently offering sections here at the DOE. We hope to continue the training through the summer. Contact Julie Mersiowsky for additional information. (Julie.Mersiowsky@doe.virginia.gov)

=VSTE ITRT Mini Conference on July 25th= VSTE is hosting the ITRT Mini Conference on July 25, in Hanover. This is a one day event focusing on specific topics of importance to Virginia’s ITRTs, like Six Steps Towards Being an Effective ITRT, Strategies for the Non-Choir: ITRTs Helping Pass the SOLS WITH Technology, Free Tools and Stuff for ITRTs, Enhancing Instruction with Digital Media Tools in the 21st Century Classroom. [|__http://www.vste.org/ITRT.html__]

= Researchers identify key ed-tech trends =

eSchool News Article
Widespread adoption of one-to-one computing programs and the growing use of online assessments are among the key ed-tech trends occurring in schools across the country, according to the 2008 America's Digital Schools report.

http://www.eschoolnews.com/news/top-news/index.cfm?i=53795;_hbguid=ad26e3f3-3252-403d-9cf1-bd3f89e58b97
= = The results were compiled from a survey of more than 400 school administrators between April and September 2007. = = = = = =

Six trends surveyed:
Widespread adoption of one-to-one computing programs The growing use of online assessments New computing devices Interactive whiteboards Learning management systems Growing bandwidth needs = = = =

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=**Educational Technology Guidelines: Architectural Guidelines for Designing and Maintaining Instructional Technology Systems**= Guidelines for implementing instructional technology systems at four levels: Statewide, Divisionwide, Building-Level, and Classroom/Library Media Center.
 * ===Announced in Superintendent's Memo #137 http://www.doe.virginia.gov/info_centers/superintendents_memos/2008/06_jun/inf137.html===
 * ===Educational Technology Guidelines Resources http://www.doe.virginia.gov/VDOE/Technology/OET/resources_architectural.shtml===
 * ===Educational Technology Guidelines wiki (to be published soon)===
 * ===Educational Technology Guidelines wiki (to be published soon)===
 * ===Educational Technology Guidelines wiki (to be published soon)===