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Urban Teacher Education
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Preservice Technology Infusion

The Preservice Technology Infusion Network is a catalog of resources addressing education reform through technology infusion in teacher training. These resources have been developed by GCU, the Great Cities Universities working with ISTE, the International Society for Technology in Education.

  1. Access
    Educators have access to current technologies, software, and telecommunications networks.
  2. Assessment
    There is continuous assessment of the effectiveness of technology for learning.
  3. Community Support
    The community and school partners provide expertise, support, and resources.
  4. Content Standards and Curriculum Resources
    Educators are knowledgeable in their subject matter and current in the content standards and teaching methodologies in their discipline.
  5. Digital Equity
    Equitable access to learning technology resources for all learners.
  6. Professional Development
    Educators have consistent access to professional development in support of technology use in teaching and learning.
  7. Shared Vision
    There is proactive leadership and administrative support from the entire system.
  8. Skilled Educators
    Educators are skilled in the use of technology for learning.
  9. Student-Centered Teaching
    Teaching in all settings encompasses student-centered approaches to learning.
  10. Support Policies
    School and university policies, financing, and rewards structures are in place to support technology in learning.
  11. Technical Assistance
    Educators have technical assistance for maintaining and using the technology.
  • David Gibson, Ed.D.
    Dr. David Gibson is the Director of Research and Development at the National Institute for Community Innovations as well as the Vermont Institutes.