ProvidingVisions

A very important step in meaningful technology use is to develop a vision of how to use technology to achieve important educational goals.

In one-on-one mentoring programs, visions in successful technology integration are provided through collaborative efforts among participants. We find that the faculty mentees move from the initial stage of becoming computer literate(e.g., how to use certain software application ) to authentic and meaningful technology integration (a deeper level of understanding of how the software application can be utilized to meet curriculum goals).

In the mentoring program, technology skills are acquired in the context of the faculty mentee's content expertise, and a vision is then developed through teamwork and collaboration with the student mentor.