Reflection

I wanted to particpate in Project Integrate so that I could continue to explore 21st Century Skills and build my skill set. I believe it is critical as Educational Leaders to utilize, understand, and reflect on the direction technology will take and it's potential impact on education.

My interest level in technology has always been strong, but as we went to having a 1:1 Intiative in the 2009-2010 school year, my desire to stay as current as possible with technology took on a different kind of urgency. By being involved in Project Integrate, I have been exposed to many different tools. Also of great value is the chance to interact and learn from other schools and how they are using technology.

Along with my interest in technology, I have wanted to increase the use of Achievement Series by our staff. We had various traninings, but the staff seemed to always be somewhat adrift after the trainings. I felt the need for additional trainings and work time. Project Integrate was a great vehicle that caused the creation of a plan to do so, with the result being a clear increase in the use of Achievement Series by my staff.

Overall my participation to Project Integrate has allowed myself to learn some new skills, explore some technology tools, and allowed me to discover and continue to think about how technology may be utilized in education, both now and in the future.