Barriers to Technology Integration
Barriers to Integrating Technology in the Classroom
1. Inadequate Knowledge and Skills
1.1. Professional development for teachers and staff
1.1.1. Schools must invest time and money into technology education and training
1.2. Incorporate technology into daily classroom activities
1.2.1. Make use of technology in the schools non-optional
1.2.1.1. Teacher assessments will include tech feature
1.3. Provide accessible tech support
1.3.1. Call center support
1.3.2. Educational video support
1.3.3. Quick IT for support
2. Lack of Resources
2.1. Acquire 1:1 Chromebooks
2.1.1. Go Fund Me For Monetary Support
2.1.1.1. Find technology centered donors
2.1.2. Grant writing to fund more technology
2.1.2.1. Research Available grants
2.1.2.2. Professional Development in Grant Writing
2.1.3. Locate personal donors
2.2. Research local internet providers with internet discounts for students
2.2.1. Phone calls, email and personal meetings to enlist support
2.2.2. Offer incentives for providing discounts
2.2.2.1. Advertisement
2.2.3. Compare available offers
2.3. Conduct Google surveys to families to assess technology needs in the home
3. Lack of Curriculum
3.1. Free, open ed resources
3.1.1. Locate free or reduced cost resources
3.2. Digital materials
3.2.1. Find proven successful digital curriculum materials
3.3. School District support
3.3.1. Funding
3.3.2. Education
3.3.3. Restructuring