Core Expectations

VTcite II Core Expectations

The following core expectations must be considered an integral part of all Phase II work. As appropriate, these beliefs must be integrated into all program development.  Professional development will be provided in these areas as deemed necessary by Core  Team and Phase I leaders.

1. Successful technology integration occurs when teachers use effective teaching practices. Activities must include professional development in this area.
2. Teachers themselves must have/develop 21 Century Skills. Activities must include professional development in this area.
3. Teachers must be knowledgeable and skilled in Media Literacy. Activities must include professional development in this area.
4. A key to successful technology integration is to provide leadership and/or support for school leaders in all of the above areas.  Activities must include professional development in this area.
5. Riverdeep Learning Village is a powerful tool that will be available to all Vermont educators. VTCITE participants must be actively engaged in using the site by adding resources, and promoting effective use locally.
6. A Learning Community in Vermont must “connect” both in-person and through electronic means. Projects & activities will be developed around the use of the VTCITE Forums to promote the core expectations. Participants will promote the development of this Learning Community through the use of VTCITE in their regions and local schools. Further, participants will commit to meeting at least 3 times a year in a face-to-face situation during professional development meetings developed and led by VTCITE core leadership team.
7. Vermont has defined technology literacy through the Vermont Technology Grade Expectations. Projects and activities will promote & support effective and deeply embedded integration of the Grade Expectations into the content areas.