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Instruction

Computer Literacy

In addition to instructional materials and audio-visual materials, an increasing field of technological aids and equipment are becoming integral parts of districts instructional programs. Computers, telecommunications equipment and laser technology all have a variety of applications across the curricula.

To ensure that both staff and students have access to appropriate and up-to-date technology, the Board may create and/or appoint a computer/technology planning committee. Such a committee shall assess the technological needs of the instructional program, research and review materials and equipment and make recommendations to the Board and/or the Superintendent.

Any such committee should develop training procedures and programs for both staff and students. Such programs should emphasize classroom applications of the specific technology(ies) and provide all staff and students with equal access to the materials/equipment. The committee should also monitor and evaluate the actual usage of all instructional technology.

When budgeting for computers and related technology, the Board may seek outside funding for computer hardware and software, as well as funds for training programs. Cooperative purchasing/leasing agreements through the education service district are another means of economizing.

In all its technological purchases, training programs and applications, the district should seek to further its basic instructional goals.

Policy adopted: September 14, 2004 EAST HADDAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Moodus, Connecticut