Information Technology Reference
In-Depth Information
Figure 2. Summary of stage drivers
STAGE 1
STAGE 2
STAGE 3
STAGE 4
LITTLE OR NO
EARLY FORMAL
FOCUSED FORMAL
MATURE INTEGRATED
PLANNING
PLANNING
PLANNING
PLANNING
Developing a shared vision for ICT with all
staff.
Formal planning and review.
Principal and staff willing to learn.
Appropriate professional development.
Some commitment to resourcing the ICT
infrastructure.
Increasing acceptance and understanding of
the role of ICT to support learning.
Top management commitment (e.g., from
principal and Board of Trustees).
Planned and effective professional
development for all staff.
Commitment to ICT resourcing for medium-
term development.
Growing knowledge, experience, and
understanding of technical aspects.
A school culture that believes in the value of
ICT to enhance and support both curriculum
and administrative areas.
Strong vision and knowledgeable leadership
by the principal.
Commitment to specific and appropriate
professional development.
Innovative approach to ICT usewilling to
be leaders.
Ability to maximize support from external
agencies, e.g., business partnerships,
professional development contracts.
