Resources

It is important to note that ACSA is not alone in articulating a need to redefine the vision of teaching and learning in this digital age. A number of resources exist that similarly highlight the gap between our conventional model and the current needs. The following resources can be used to design school/district technology plans, review examples of technology used in innovative ways, and provide additional insight into the use of technology:

• Apple Classroom of Tomorrow Today
• School 2.0
• Horizon Report

The following organizations and programs have additional resources that can be used by schools and districts in their use of and expansion of technology:

• Microsoft Partners in Learning School Leader Development
• Partnership for 21st Century Skills
• ISTE/NETS
• CTAP
• TICAL
• CUE
• Leadership 3.0



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