Making Technology Work in Schools

Making Technology Work in Schools is an easy-to-use guide for transforming your school into a learner-centered, tech-rich environment. School systems are increasingly adopting ambitious new educational technologies, but how do you make sure they are yielding effective teaching and learning experiences? The authors’ proven, intuitive practices speak directly to academic coaches, school technology leads, district technology directors, and teachers on special assignment who are responsible for introducing new tools and programs. After reading this book, you will be able to better prepare the educators you serve to empower their learners, whether digitally savvy or not, to be engaged, collaborative, and better prepared for college and careers.

Timothy D. Green is Professor of Educational Technology and Teacher Education and former Director of Distance Education at California State University, Fullerton, CA, USA.

Loretta C. Donovan is Professor of Educational Technology and Co-Director of the MS in Educational Technology at California State University, Fullerton, CA, USA.

Jody Peerless Green is a teacher on special assignment (TOSA) as an Academic Coach focusing on Educational Technology at La Habra City School District, Orange County, CA, USA.