Technology and Innovation in Education K-12
Trainer: Engy Hammam
Duration: 12 Hours
Target Audience: K–12 School Administrators
Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
1. Understand the role of technology and innovation in transforming K–12 education.
2. Evaluate emerging educational technologies and their relevance to school goals.
3. Develop strategic plans for implementing educational technologies across school systems.
4. Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement among staff and students.
5. Ensure digital equity and responsible use of technology in learning environments.
6. Analyze data from digital tools to inform decisions and improve student outcomes.
7. Lead and support professional development initiatives for effective tech integration.
8. Address ethical, legal, and safety issues associated with educational technology.
Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Educational Technology and Innovation
• Definitions: EdTech, digital transformation, and innovation in education
• The evolving role of technology in K–12 education
• Global trends and case studies in innovative schools
• Mindset shift: From adoption to innovation
• Reflection: Where is your school on the innovation spectrum?
Module 2: Evaluating and Selecting Educational Technologies
• Frameworks for evaluating EdTech tools
• Aligning technology with curricular and instructional goals
• Tools for communication, collaboration, assessment, and personalization
• Cost-effectiveness and return on investment (ROI) considerations
• Group Activity: Tech Tool Comparison and Recommendation
Module 3: Strategic Planning for Technology Integration
• Visioning and goal setting for technology implementation
• Building a technology integration plan
• Budgeting, infrastructure, and resources
• Stakeholder engagement (teachers, parents, students, IT teams)
• Creating policies and procedures for tech use
• Hands-on: Drafting a Tech Integration Action Plan
Module 4: Leading Innovation and Change Management
• Innovation leadership skills for school admins
• Overcoming resistance and managing transitions
• Fostering creativity and experimentation
• Building and sustaining innovation teams
• Case studies: Successful innovation initiatives in schools
• Reflection and role-play: Leading a tech innovation initiative
Module 5: Digital Equity, Safety, and Ethics
• Ensuring equitable access to devices, connectivity, and digital content
• Cybersecurity essentials and digital safety policies
• Ethical use of data, AI, and online platforms
• Promoting digital citizenship and media literacy
• Discussion: Responding to real-world ethical dilemmas
Module 6: Data-Informed Leadership and Professional Growth
• Using EdTech tools for collecting and analyzing student data
• Leveraging learning analytics for school improvement
• Supporting teacher professional development in tech integration
• Monitoring and evaluating the impact of tech initiatives
• Final Group Activity: Presenting a Technology Vision & Roadmap for your school