Preparing Tomorrow's Teachers to Use Technology

Grant Overview

Since 2000, CTSC has been working in collaboration with other PT3 grantees to transform teacher education so that technology is integrated throughout teaching and learning. The goal of PT3 is to ensure that new teachers are prepared to use technology in their classroom. Innovative strategies have been developed to advance the cause.

• Catalyst Grant
• Implementation Grant

Catalyst Grant

In 2000, the New York State Education Department (NYSED) received funding to collaborate with Teachers College, Columbia University; Syracuse University, University at Buffalo, and State University of New York.

CTSC is helping the New York State Education Department achieve its goal of developing a theoretical and functional framework that could help leaders in teacher education programs plan for the effective integration of instructional technologies. Results of the collaboration efforts are presented on their web site: http://www.pt3ny.org.

Implementation Grant
Technology Partners: A Project Approach to Pre-Service Technology Infusion

Working with a consortium comprised of urban school districts and related organizations that specialize in creating technology-rich curriculum activities, the project at Teachers College will ensure that its candidates can use technology in the classroom effectively. Not only will graduates possess the core technology skills necessary for the modern classroom, but they will also have the knowledge to create their own technology-based curriculum projects. The consortium has used video, online discussions, portfolios, and electronic library resources to develop student teachers' technology skills. The consortium also provides technology training for Teachers College faculty and the K-12 mentor teachers involved in the college's teacher preparation program.