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Building Exemplary Learning Environments Through Technology Integration

Round Rock ISD is committed to establishing exemplary learning environments for all students. Administrators, teachers, and students work together to transform traditional teaching and learning into meaningful, engaging learning experiences that promote student achievement and acquisition of 21st century skills. Students graduate from Round Rock ISD ready for the Information Age.


Vision Statement
In combination with powerful teaching, instructional technology empowers learners to undertake authentic projects for learning and personal productivity. Every student will participate in engaging experiences that are associated with critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and communication. 

Mission Statement
Instructional Technology promotes exemplary practices of technology integration by incorporating effective learning environments, positive attitudes and behaviors, a sense of community, and meaningful professional development.*


*Definitions:

  • Learning Environment:
    - - - - - ubiquitous access to technology tools and resources
    - - - - - classrooms beyond the traditional walls
    - - - - - purposeful problem-solving
    - - - - - performance-based assessment practices
    - - - - - experiential and relevant learning
  • Attitudes and Behaviors:
    - - - - - inquisitive and self-directed learners
    - - - - - digital citizenship and responsible social interactions
    - - - - - ethical use of digital information
  • Community:
    - - - - - global awareness and connectivity
    - - - - - understand cultural differences
    - - - - - sense of identity and digital footprint
  • Professional Development:
    - - - - - participation in learning communities
    - - - - - evaluation and reflection of current practices
    - - - - - effective use of existing and emerging digital tools


Round Rock Instructional Technology Specialists (ITS)
Recommended Practices and Tools Wiki


Teacher Learning Guides Wiki - video and print help guides for using RRISD systems


InstructionalTechnology Recognition Blog: Getting I.T. Right


Moodle and ARRC - Aligned Round Rock Curriculum and Learning Managment System

 


Director
Lannon Heflin, 512-464-5933

Lead Technology Integration Specialist - Elementary
Robert Autrey, 512-464-5069

Lead Technology Integration Specialist - Secondary
Jeff Uselman, 512-464-5460

Instructional Technology Specialists - Campuses
(see campus websites)

Last updated: 3/27/2013 12:31:22 PM