Leadership Vol. 41, No. 1 • September/October 2011 Features


8 Getting more value out of the technology you already have Ten tips for wringing every bit of educational value out of the technology already in your schools. By Michael Simkins


Columns


7 To our readers The power of technology to reshape what happens in our classrooms By Alice Petrossian


29 Putting the ‘bounce’ back


in California schools School leaders have the skill and will to fix the malaise plaguing our state. By George Manthey


12 Ensuring emerging classroom technologies are ADA compliant When introducing technology such as e-book readers into the classroom, school leaders will need to consider accommodations for visually impaired students. By Alison Carrinski


14 Cyber misconduct, discipline and the law When does a school district have jurisdiction to discipline a student or employee for cyber speech? The answer may surprise you! By Gretchen Shipley


18 Leadership 2.0: Social media in advocacy How to leverage new technology tools to advocate for students and programs, market your schools and strengthen your communities. By Lisa Gonzales, Devin Vodicka and John White


Cover design by Stephen D. Long


24 One urban district’s digital learning revolution When students are empowered by full access to technology and other quality educational resources, learning goals can be achieved. One key is focusing on outcomes rather than inputs. By Jay McPhail and Judi Paredes


30 Educating digital citizens Schools can prepare students to safely navigate the digital world and take advantage of the wealth of information that defines life online. By Thomas Tan


34 Transforming education: For the love of learning Imagine innovations that allow students to gain credit for the process of learning what they personally love, and not just getting a better score on what they must learn. By Glen Warren and George Manthey


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