The Four Component Guide for Successful Technology Implementation
Administrators play a pivotal role when implementing educational technologies. Whether it’s a new LMS (learning management system) or actual hardware, administrators need to familiarize themselves with whatever technology is being addressed. I believe that it is imperative that administrators need to know the essential functions of the tech and what best teaching practices it will help support. In order for instructional leaders to accomplish this gigantic undertaking, we must look at the most current EdTech models and learn to diffuse this information to our staff. According to The Technology Coordinator’s Handbook, as an administrator considers the technology available, they must also consider four key factors when making a decision to implement a particular technology. These components are vision and planning, budgeting, infrastructure, and professional development/diffusion. These essential considerations help create a positive and open environment in which to implement technology