1. Basic steps for applying the planned approach to technology implementation Convene a school or departmental planning committee.

2. Basic steps for applying the planned approach to technology implementation Coordinate with existing school and district plans. Identify and review the existing school plans and guidelines for amending such plans.

3. Basic steps for applying the planned approach to technology implementation Identify student and school program needs.

4. Basic steps for applying the planned approach to technology implementation Identify available technology-based and support resources.

5. Basic steps for applying the planned approach to technology implementation Integrate the school-wide technology planning with the curriculum.

6. Basic steps for applying the planned approach to technology implementation A plan should describe school-wide objectives with related activities that describe how technology applications directly relate to instruction, curriculum enhancement, and the school program

7. Basic steps for applying the planned approach to technology implementation Provide classroom level technology intervention

8. Basic steps for applying the planned approach to technology implementation Provide a general description of the process for evaluating the project.

9. Basic steps for applying the planned approach to technology implementation Develop a STP budget and funding strategy.

10. Basic steps for applying the planned approach to technology implementation Implement, monitor, and revise the plan

11. Credits Implementing Technology in Education: Recent Findings from Research and Evaluation Studies By John Cradler, Far West Laboratory http://www.wested.org/techpolicy/recapproach.html