 |
|
|
|
 |
|
||
 |
 |
 |
|
 |
|
||
 |
|
||
 |
|
||
 |
|
||
 |
|
||
 |
|
||
 |
|
||
 |
|
||
 |
|
||
 |
|
||
 |
|
||
 |
|
||
 |
|
||
Hawaii
The Magnet Electronic Academy (E-Academy) is a project that challenges educational traditions and moves toward digital literacy through a systematic, well-planned, diversity/equity-driven model of educational transformation. The main focus of this initiative is to establish virtual and on-site magnet school centers grounded in solid educational pedagogy, enhanced by model projects and staff development modules, imbedded in whole communities and geared to teachers having unlimited access to professional development. Educators need support, assistance, training, and access to resources that will enable them to create these new learning environments. The project recognizes that educators need ongoing, relevant and readily accessible professional development opportunities that will help them shift their educational paradigms and create new educational landscapes. The expectation is that teachers will find new and innovative ways to collaborate with families, communities and the business sector, extending the learning environment beyond the school.
The E-Academy will provide relevant, challenging and meaningful course offering for students interested in pursuing a career in the advanced technology , science and mathematics fields. In addition, teachers will be trained by industry professionals collaborating with the University of Hawaii and businesses to develop and deliver curriculum using the certification process as a key method of assessment.
Program Goals:
- establish a clear vision and a plan of action for development and use of new technologies in math, science and technology.
- establish twelve magnet schools focused of Math, Science, and Technology to service and provide learning opportunities for all interested secondary students in Hawaii.
- develop new learning environments for all students and teachers of technologically disadvantaged students.
- Establish challenging standards of teaching and learning using technology to support national systemic reform efforts with national Educational Technology Standards (NETS).
- develop innovative technology training approaches and model programs that can be replicated at other sites.
Curriculum Overview:
Currently, the Magnet E-Academy targets four initiatives that involve the infusion of technology into the classroom. The foundation for Generation www.Y is the extensive involvement of students partnering with teachers to improve student learning by designing technology-infused lessons. The A+ curriculum is a multimedia, web-based course that offers training in Computer Systems and Operating Systems. NetPrep introduces students to the basics of networking to prepare them for more advanced study after high school. This two semester course is being offered as Networking fundamentals and Local Area Networks and Wide Area Networks and Networking Structures. The fourth initiative includes E-School math, science, and technology courses.
Hawaii's Technology and Telecommunications for Teachers (T3) initiative is designed to prepare school leaders who will infuse appropriate technology into instruction to enhance student learning. The project's principal goal is to ensure delivery of educational services by trained and competent personnel In addition, students will develop a network of resources to support a virtual learning environment. The program models and uses technologies to enhance instruction for their students - web page design and development, email, chat, threaded discussions, video conferencing, telephone conferencing, telephone and the Internet. For information on the academy, see: http://e-academy.k-12.hi.us/
Program Goals:
- to prepare Hawaii's inservice teachers for leadership and/or technology positions;
- to develop standards-based curriculum that utilizes technology to support instruction;
- to integrate and infuse appropriate technology into the curriculum and staff development;
- to develop a network of resources to provide assistance to schools;
- to develop a "train the trainer" model of staff development;
- to focus on the implications of the accelerated technological changes on education.
For more information about E-School courses, see: www.eschool.k12.hi.us
Contact
Diana Kaapana Oshiro
Assistant Superintendent
Hawaii State Department of Education
1390 Miller St.
Honolulu, HI 96813
808-586-3307 (p) 808-586-3645 (f)
E-mail: diana@hawaii.edu