Technology in Education Assessment

Dr. Marianne Wolfe, Executive Director of SETDA, discusses the role of technology in education, highlighting successful case studies in Texas and California. She emphasizes the importance of professional development and national initiatives like E-MINTS. Wolfe calls for federal leadership to integrate technology into education, aiming to improve student achievement and prepare them for the 21st century.

What is Dr. Marianne Wolfe's role in the State Educational Technology Directors Association?

• Director of Communications

• Executive Director

• Chief Financial Officer

• Head of Research

Which program does Dr. Wolfe direct that involves nine federal evaluation grantees?

• National Leadership Summit

• Technology Assistance Partnership Program

• Educational Technology Initiative

• State Educational Reform Program

What was the median household income in the small school district in Texas?

• $29,000

• $25,000

• $30,000

• $27,000

How much did 10th grade math scores improve in Floydada, Texas?

• 29%

• 25%

• 36%

• 40%

What is the focus of the Technology Immersion Pilot initiative?

• Hiring more teachers

• Building new schools

• Reducing class sizes

• Systemic reform using technology

What year will the students in kindergarten this year graduate?

• 2020

• 2023

• 2022

• 2025

Which book discusses the pivotal role of technology in a 21st-century education?

• Maximizing the Impact

• Digital Education

• Technology in Education

• 21st Century Learning

What format was used in Vallejo, California, for content review?

• Group projects

• Standardized testing

• Individual assignments

• Game show class quiz

Which states have implemented the e-MINTS program?

• Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi

• California, Texas, and Florida

• Utah, Missouri, and Maine

• New York, Illinois, and Ohio

What is a key benefit of professional development in technology?

• Ongoing and systemic improvement

• More vacation days

• Smaller class sizes

• Increased teacher salaries