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CoSN's Certified Education Technology Leader (CETL) tm Certification Program

CoSN's Certified Education Technology Leader (CETL) tm Certification Program. A Career Pathway for the District Technology Leader. CoSN Mission. Empowering educational leaders to leverage technology to realize engaging learning environments. CoSN Core Belief.

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CoSN's Certified Education Technology Leader (CETL) tm Certification Program

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  1. CoSN'sCertified Education Technology Leader (CETL)tm Certification Program A Career Pathway for the District Technology Leader

  2. CoSN Mission Empowering educational leaders to leverage technology to realize engaging learning environments. www.cosn.org/certification

  3. CoSN Core Belief The primary challenge we face in using technology effectively is human, not technical For that reason, CoSN focuses on Leadership and Policy www.cosn.org/certification

  4. Who are CoSN Members? Core Audience: • District technology leaders • Chief Technology Officers (CTOs) • Chief Information Officers (CIOs) • Technology Directors Also policy makers and influencers from the public and private sectors www.cosn.org/certification

  5. Why Certification?| Why Now? • Enables strategic and systemic use of technology in K-12 schools • Recognizes evolving role of the CTO • Addresses gap between dual aspects of CTO’s job www.cosn.org/certification

  6. Why Certification?| Why Now? • Creates a clearly identifiable role for the CTO within a district’s leadership structure • Elevates the profession and encourages districts to include CTO the Cabinet level www.cosn.org/certification

  7. The Changing Role of the CTO In the past decade, the role of the CTO has evolved and now requires not only technical and educational skills and abilities, but also political and interpersonal skills. www.cosn.org/certification

  8. The Framework www.cosn.org/certification

  9. Why the Need for a Framework? • To illustrate the expanded role of CTO as an education—not just technology—leader. • To define best practices, whether or not they are followed in every school district. • To identify the skills and knowledge that CTOs need to either acquire or to strengthen. www.cosn.org/certification

  10. Why the Need for a Framework? RECOGNIZE To recognize, better understand, and engage in dialogue about evolving role of CTO DESCRIBE To describe clearly identifiable role for CTO within your district’s leadership structure GUIDE To help guide the interview and hiring process www.cosn.org/certification

  11. How Framework Should Be Used VALIDATE To validate CTOs who already have these skills and knowledge ROADMAP • To provide roadmap for professional development for both CTOs and those who hire them ILLUSTRATE • To illustrate the need for partnership of Teaching, Learning, and Technology Services www.cosn.org/certification

  12. How Framework Should Be Used SELF-ASSESS As a tool to self-assess DUAL ASPECTS To consider dual aspects of CTO’s job—instructional and technical STUDY To study for CETL certification exam www.cosn.org/certification

  13. Leadership & Vision • Leadership & Vision www.cosn.org/certification

  14. Leadership & Vision • Leadership & Vision • Strategic Planning www.cosn.org/certification

  15. Leadership & Vision • Leadership & Vision • Strategic Planning • Ethics & Policies www.cosn.org/certification

  16. Understanding theEducational Environment • Instructional Focus and Professional Development www.cosn.org/certification

  17. Understanding theEducational Environment • Instructional Focus and Professional Development • Team Building & Staffing www.cosn.org/certification

  18. Understanding theEducational Environment • Instructional Focus and Professional Development • Team Building & Staffing • Stakeholder Focus www.cosn.org/certification

  19. Managing Technology & Support Resources • Information Technology www.cosn.org/certification

  20. Managing Technology & Support Resources • Information Technology • Communications Systems www.cosn.org/certification

  21. Managing Technology & Support Resources • Information Technology • Communication Systems • Business Management www.cosn.org/certification

  22. Managing Technology & Support Resources • Information Technology • Communication Systems • Business Management • Data Management www.cosn.org/certification

  23. Core Values & Skills • Communicator & Innovator www.cosn.org/certification

  24. Core Values & Skills • Communicator & Innovator • Exhibits Courage www.cosn.org/certification

  25. Core Values & Skills • Communicator & Innovator • Exhibits Courage • Flexible & Adaptable www.cosn.org/certification

  26. Core Values & Skills • Communicator & Innovator • Exhibits Courage • Flexible & Adaptable • Results-Oriented www.cosn.org/certification

  27. Creating the CETL Exam • December 2010 – NSF grant • June 2011 – Item writing panel assembled • Framework updated • December 2011 – Beta tested • March 2012 – Officially launched www.cosn.org/certification

  28. Program Governance • Governed by Certification Governance Committee (CGC) • Combined total of more than 160 years of ed technology experience • Decide all policies and procedures • 4 subcommittees www.cosn.org/certification

  29. Exam Structure Two-Part Exam PART ONE Multiple Choice – scored on site PART TWO Essay – scored by practicing CTOs • Internet-Based Testing (IBT) • Must pass both to earn CETL designation www.cosn.org/certification

  30. Exam Structure 30% 30% 40% • Leadership & Vision – 40% • Understanding the Educational Environment – 30% • Managing Technology & Support Resources – 30% www.cosn.org/certification

  31. Leadership & Vision 40% • Leadership & Vision – 15% • Strategic Planning – 15% • Ethics & Policies – 10% LV= 15% SP=15% EP=10% www.cosn.org/certification

  32. Understanding theEducational Environment 30% • Instructional Focus & Professional Development – 12% • Team Building & Staffing – 9% • Stakeholder Focus – 9% IFPD= 12% TBS=9 % SF=9% www.cosn.org/certification

  33. Managing Technology & Support Services 30% • Information Technology – 9% • Communication Systems – 7% • Business Management – 7% • Data Management – 7% IT= 9% CS= 7% BM=7% DM=7% www.cosn.org/certification

  34. Eligibility Requirements • Bachelor’s degree • Four years of ed technology experience (demonstrable experience in the three primary skill areas) • Sign Code of Conduct and Terms of Confidentiality www.cosn.org/certification

  35. How to Apply www.cosn.org/certification • Create profile in CoSN Certification database • Fill out and submit online exam application with payment • Applications reviewed • Authorization to Test (ATT) letter www.cosn.org/certification

  36. CETL Certification Those who pass the test • Certified Education Technology Leader • CETL after their name • Recertify every three years to remain certified www.cosn.org/certification

  37. Recertification Requirements 60 hours of continuing education hours every three years • Continuing Education • E-Learning/Online Courses • Industry-Related Certification • Teaching/Instruction • Professional Membership • Published Works • Volunteer/Leadership Work www.cosn.org/certification

  38. Preparing for the Exam • Take self-assessment • Take practice exam • Visit CoSN’s Knowledge Center • Form a study group • Identify a mentor www.cosn.org/certification

  39. Prep Materials Become a Highly Capable School System Technology Leader CoSN's Certified Education Technology Leader (CETL) Certification Program Preparation Materials www.cosn.org/certification

  40. Why is Certification Desirable? Demonstrates that you’ve mastered the knowledge needed to be a successful CTO and, through recertification, that you will remain current with this ever-changing field. www.cosn.org/certification

  41. Achieving Certification Will • Validate your knowledge of the field • Set you apart from peers • Demonstrate to your staff that you are dedicated to your career • Instill confidence in your superiors www.cosn.org/certification

  42. Hiring CETLs Will • Demonstrate to stakeholders your commitment to the highest standards in your administration • Show employees your commitment to their professional growth www.cosn.org/certification

  43. Hiring CETLs Will • Help you hire or promote only the most skilled and knowledgeable education technology leaders • Help you match the skills of your technology team to the job requirements of those positions www.cosn.org/certification

  44. Next Steps • Study Groups • Future Administrations • Host a Test in Your Area www.cosn.org/certification

  45. Questions Ask Gayle Gayle Dahlman Director, Certification & Education Consortium for School Networking gdahlman@cosn.org www.cosn.org/certification

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