Leadership and Technology

In The Innovator's Mindset, George Couros concludes chapter 7 with a list of "What ifs" he has used to help him dream big and develop a vision for schools. After reading the ISTE Essential Conditions to effectively leverage technology for learning, I thought I'd try using the "What if?" strategy to identify examples of how some of the ISTE conditions might look. These "What ifs" are inspired equally by bright spots and opportunities I see in my school. Shared Vision What if we engaged all stakeholders (admin, teachers, students, families, community) in developing a shared vision for educational technology? Empowered Leaders What if we had a culture of innovation and risk-taking where teachers were empowered to influence substantive systemic change? Equitable Access What if every students had access to a device with internet connectivity they could use at school and at home? Skilled Personnel What if the adults in our school embraced a...