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“Education is the only business still debating the usefulness of technology. Schools remain unchanged for the most part, despite numerous reforms and increased investments in computers and networks.” Rod Paige, U.S. Secretary of Education

Because many people agree with the above quote, there are several movements at the national, state, and local levels to correct this situation.  The term "standards" can be used for accountability and goals, but its first meaning must focus on "standardization" so schools have continuity.  Continuity is essential for transfer students, state and national assessment, post-secondary expectations, and instructor training.  The most important benefit of standardization is to prevent having to "re-invent the wheel" in every school.  

This page has links to information technology standards at both the national and state levels.  Many states have adopted the National Educational Technology Standards (NETS) as their state standards.  It is recommended to view the national links first, then view your individual state's information afterward.  Some links use pdf (Adobe Reader) documents.  Download Adobe Reader

National K-12 Information Technology Standards Web Pages

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ISTE - International Society for 

Technology in Education - The Leading Organization for Educational 

Technology Professionals

 

ISTE is home of the National Educational Technology Standards (NETS), the Center for Applied Research in Education Technology (CARET), and the National Educational Computing Conference (NECC).

 

State K-12 Information Technology Standards Web Pages

 

This section is made of links to individual state Dept. of Education pages dealing with technology.  Some states will refer to ISTE or NETS without listing the standards.  You may have to look through additional links to find more detailed information.  Since this particular information changes often, please let us know if you have found a more current web page by using the Suggest A Link option at the bottom of this page. 

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