1. 2007 AEP SUMMIT FOCUS FORWARD: PUBLISHING AT THE SPEED OF CHANGE Sunday, June 10-Wednesday, June 13, 2007 Washington, D.C. www.aepweb.org

2. Students, Teachers and Parents Speak Up about Technology & Learning for the 21st Century Creating New Opportunities for Education Publishers 2007 AEP Summit June 12, 2007 Julie Evans

3. “Technology has changed the way I deliver content to students and the products I expect back from students. The use of technology is more consistent with how the students interact with the world and with what will be expected of them in the future.” High School Science Teacher with 16 + years of teaching experience Daviess County, Kentucky

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7. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Project Tomorrow (formerly known as NetDay) - a national education nonprofit organization Our strengths: Provide national leadership to improve STEM education Incubate and replicate STEM programs that engage K-12 students Leverage online tools and resources to build local capacities Conduct national research to inform and stimulate new discussions around STEM topics

8. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Project Tomorrow 2007 Programs & Initiatives Science Docent Program Regional Innovation Initiative with high tech industry Student Voices Resource Center NSF National Science Digital Library “Project TestDrive” Speak Up National Research Project

9. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Speak Up for Students, Teachers & Parents Annual national research project –Online surveys –Open for all K-12 schools –Schools/districts get their own data for planning and budgeting Collect data ↔ Stimulate conversations –Students, Teachers, Parents and.... (what’s new for 2007?) Inform policies & programs –Analysis and reporting –Services: custom reports, consulting with schools, Speak Up Your Way! Since 2003: –795,000 K-12 students –48,000 teachers –15,000 parents –10,000 schools – all 50 states, DC + DOD schools

10. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Speak Up for Students, Teachers & Parents 2006 2006 Sponsors & Partners Advanced Network & Services, Inc. And 100+ national and regional nonprofit partners

11. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Speak Up for Students, Teachers & Parents 2006 Participation Overview: 232,781 K-12 students, 21,272 teachers & 15,316 parents Students: Elementary (pre K-Gr 5) – 43% Middle School (Gr 6-8) – 35% High School (Gr 9-12) – 21% 50% Girls – 50% Boys Teachers: 80% - Classroom assignment 36% - 4 to 15 years experience 42% - have Masters’ Degree Parents:29% member of a PTA/PTO/Booster Club 13% volunteer regularly @ school

12. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Speak Up for Students, Teachers & Parents 2006 Participation Overview: All 50 states, DC, Canada, Mexico & American DOD schools Top 10 states: TX, IL, CA, MD, AL, NC, FL, MA, VA, MI Top School District: Chicago Public Schools School demographics*: 2800 schools 96% public schools – 4% private schools Urban (1/3)Rural (1/3)Suburban (1/3) % of schools that are Title 1 eligible = 41% % of schools w/majority minority school population = 43% * NCES Common Core of Data 2003/2004

13. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Speak Up for Students, Teachers & Parents 2006 This year’s survey question themes: Learning & Teaching with Technology 21 st Century Skills Communications, Connections & Self-Expression Math & Science Instruction Global Collaborations Competitiveness & Workforce Preparedness Designing Schools of the Future What can we learn from today’s learners – and their parents and teachers?

14. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Let’s talk about... Activities, Attitudes & Aspirations Disconnects & Differences Trends to Watch

15. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Speak Up for Students, Teachers & Parents 2006 Preliminary key findings from the student data: Communications is #1 Online connected-ness creating new “ friends ” Online safety & privacy are not top student concerns Students say: “ Make science & math relevant! ” Youngest learners are very tech sophisticated Continued disconnect between students & adults

16. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Technology Devices & Tools – besides computers

17. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Using Technology for Schoolwork

18. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Using Technology for Schoolwork Email teachers – 25% Use online text books – 22% Email – IM classmate about a project – 40% Check on a grade – 22% Take an online class – 9%

19. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Using Technology for Schoolwork – Online learning 35% of students Gr 6-12 interested in taking an online class Why? 1.To get extra help in a subject area 2.To take a class not offered 3.To work at one ’ s own pace 4.To get college credit – AP class 5.Interest in the topic What subject areas? Math, Foreign Language

20. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Technology Use – Outside of School: The Big Four

21. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Technology Use – Outside of School: Communications Favorite communications tool? Email IM Cell phone for talking Cell phone for texting

22. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Technology Use – Outside of School: Communications Favorite communications tool? Email IM Cell phone for talking Favorite: 36% of students Grades 6-12 Daily use: 73% Gr 9-12 57% Gr 6-8 42% Gr 3-5

23. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Technology Use – Connected-ness Are students using online tools to connect with other students?  Connecting with students in the US - 23%  Connecting with students around the world - 17% Online friends:

24. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Technology Use – Connected-ness Are students using online tools to connect with other students?  Connecting with students in the US - 23%  Connecting with students around the world - 17% Online friends:  44% connect with 20+ online friends monthly  Never met 34% of those friends

25. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Technology Use – Connected-ness Are students using online tools to connect with other students?  Connecting with students in the US - 23%  Connecting with students around the world - 17% Online friends:  44% connect with 20+ online friends monthly  Never met 34% of those friends Redefining what is a “ friend ”

26. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Technology Use – Connected-ness Make new friends – 34% Blog (create/post) – 22% Sharing writings online – 16% Create a podcast – 6% Posted a video – 13% MySpace page – 51% Worked on a group project – 24% Play online games – 35% Shared music – 15% Go to websites for TV shows/Movies: 25% of students K-12

27. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Value of Good Tech Skills : Top responses

28. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Math & Science in K-12 schools: how today’s students want to learn Apply math/science to solve real world problems Visit places where science happens Multimedia and interactive simulations Use equipment and tools Solve math puzzles Talk to scientists and mathematicians Learn math/science that will help me with a job All kinds of technology

29. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Math & Science in K-12 schools: how today’s students want to learn Apply math/science to solve real world problems Visit places where science happens Multimedia and interactive simulations Use equipment and tools Solve math puzzles Talk to scientists and mathematicians Learn math/science that will help me with a job All kinds of technology Add relevance to the rigor!

30. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Schools Today : Obstacles to Using Technology Grades 3-5 Access issues: –Lack of computers –Inconvenient locations –Slow Internet access Grades 6-12 Control issues: –Rules against tech tools –Teachers control when/where use –School filters

31. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG “What if you were designing a new school for students just like you?”

32. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG “What if you were designing a new school for students just like you?” Students Kindergarten thru Grade 12 all say the same thing: A laptop for every student

33. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Other ideas (from students Gr 6-12): Use cell phones/MP3 players/Handhelds – 46% Use email/IM/blogs – 45% Digital moviemaking equipment – 45% Interactive whiteboards – 44% Online textbooks – 39% Online classes - 35% Lessons/assignments on my MP3 player – 34%

34. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Speak Up for Students, Teachers & Parents 2006 Key findings from the teacher data: Impact of technology – “ teaching & instructional support ” Time is still the #1 obstacle to using tech more in school (Not enough time for science either) Online safety & privacy are top concerns for student tech use Teachers embracing email as key tool for parent communications Impact of professional development Majority don ’ t believe schools are doing a good job preparing kids for 21 st century

35. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG What do teachers believe about the value of technology for teaching and learning? TOP vote getters: Access to more accurate information – 64% Richer lesson plans – 53% Better able to engage students – 52% Meet varying needs of students – 48% Better able to assess student progress – 35%

36. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG What do teachers believe about the value of technology for teaching and learning? BOTTOM vote getters: More time to reflect on teaching practice – 8% I feel less isolated – 19% Use textbooks and other printed materials less – 21% Communicate more with students about progress – 21%

37. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG What obstacles do teachers face in using technology today? Time? Technology? Access?

38. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG What obstacles do teachers face in using technology today? Lack of time in the school day – 51% Not enough computers – 39% Lack of time for planning – 39% Not all students/families have computers @ home – 39% Computers that don ’ t always work – 37%

39. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG What professional tasks are teachers doing with technology on a weekly basis? TOP vote getters: Word processing – 77% Record keeping (grades, attendance) – 68% Research & prepare lessons – 63% Access teaching materials online – 58% Access to more accurate information – 52%

40. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG What professional tasks are teachers doing with technology on a weekly basis? BOTTOM vote getters: Contribute to a blog or create a podcast – 3% Research family or social services – 11% Use a school content portal – 11% Seek peer-to-peer advice outside of school – 12% Participate in online professional development – 17%

41. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Big Question: “Has technology enhanced student performance & achievement?”

42. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Big Question: “Has technology enhanced student performance & achievement?” 75% say YES It ’ s all about student engagement in learning

43. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Desired features for using online resources in the classroom: List of good websites for my subject area Collection of lesson plans by subject area Collection of streaming videos to support my lessons Interactive simulations to support my lessons A compilation of research links related to specific content areas

44. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Criteria for evaluating online resources for the classroom: Grade level appropriateness Accurate subject matter Content is free Easy to search and find resources Aligned to standards 92% said they are involved with selecting online content for their own classroom

45. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG How have you used online resources – within the past 12 months...

46. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Professional development Has the in service training through your school/district adequately prepared you for using technology for teaching? Very much – 28% Somewhat – 54% Not at all – 10% 82% are satisfied with in-service trainings

47. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Professional Development - preferred method: School or district provided trainings – 28% Peer to peer or study teams – 20% Taken an online class for pd? Yes: 46% Interested in an online pd class? Yes: 7% What areas do you want more training? More training please2006 Integrating technology into content curriculum 41% Productivity tools 31% Instructional tools 30%

48. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Teaching science & math – most effective strategies Math: Apply to real world situations – 46% Solve problems & be creative – 36% Practice skills with textbook problems – 30% Science: Solve real world problems – 38% Support inquiry-based investigations – 38% Use equipment – 32%

49. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Teaching science & math – most effective strategies Math: Apply to real world situations – 46% Solve problems & be creative – 36% Practice skills with textbook problems – 30% Science: Solve real world problems – 38% Support inquiry-based investigations – 38% Use equipment – 32% Challenge to teaching science? Not enough instructional time

50. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG And what if teachers were designing a new school of the future... What do you think they said about technology? 1._______ 2._______ 3._______ 4._______ 5._______

51. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG And what if teachers were designing a new school of the future? Top priorities for teachers 1.Interactive white boards 2.Wireless laptops for students to use at school 3.Ways to communicate with parents 4.Ways to use email, IM, blogs with students & parents 5.Digital cameras and video facilities and equipment

52. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Speak Up for Students, Teachers & Parents 2006 Key findings from the parent data: Satisfaction with school technology? Mixed results. Want school info “ pushed ” out via email Online safety & privacy top concerns for student tech use Support students having cell phones @ school Value math & science for all students –Concerned about global job competition Majority do not believe schools are doing good job preparing kids for 21 st century

53. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Technology at my child’s school? Satisfied... Amount of technology available to students Internet safety and privacy of personal information

54. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Technology at my child’s school? Satisfied... Amount of technology available to students Internet safety and privacy of personal information Dissatisfied... Priority placed on tech use Technology integration into subject areas Amount of time spent using technology

55. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Technology at my child’s school? What if you were on a tech committee, what would be a good investment to improve student achievement? 1.Computers in classrooms – 61% 2.Software to support academics – 60% 3.A useful school website – 60% 4.Advanced computer classes – 55% 5.Tools to help parents and teachers communicate – 51%

56. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG How do you want to hear from your child’s school?

57. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Math, Science, Global Competition 55% say good understanding of math & science important for all students Concerns for child ’ s future –Not being able to afford a home (21%) –Having to compete with better educated global workers (37%) –Getting into a good college (44%)

58. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG From the parent & teacher data... How well is your school doing in preparing your children/students to compete for the jobs and careers of the 21st century? Response “Yes” Parents – 48% Teachers – 47%

59. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG From the parent & teacher data... How well is your school doing in preparing your children/students to compete for the jobs and careers of the 21st century? Response “Yes” Parents – 48% Teachers – 47% Over 50% of parents and teachers believe their schools are not doing a good job.

60. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Disconnect: Communications via email Students: Email weekly – 77% Email or IM teacher – 25% Parents: Email weekly – 97% Want emails from teachers Teachers: Email with parents – 64% Email with students – 28%

61. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Disconnect: Communications & cell phones Students should be allowed to bring cell phones to school for emergencies and to connect with parents Students: 82% - grades 6-12 Parents: 77% Teachers:56%

62. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Disconnect: Concerns about Online Use

63. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG 2006 open-ended questions Students: Ideas for global collaboration Examples of engaging math and/or science lessons or activities Teachers: Ideas for how your school can better prepare students to compete for jobs and be a good global citizen Most important impact of technology on your teaching practice Parents: Ideas for how your school can better prepare students to compete for jobs and be a good global citizen

64. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG 2006 open-ended questions Teachers: Most important impact of technology on your teaching practice? “The most important impact technology has had on my teaching is using technology to share ideas.” Pre K Teacher / 1 to 3 years / Average Tech User / Bryan ISD – TX “It vastly increases my “bag of tricks.” I use the internet for ideas to help with lessons plans, organization, assessment and more.” Gr 3-5 Teacher / 4 to 10 years / Advanced Tech User / Frederick County - MD “Technology saves time. It allows me to modify and adjust on a moments notice. It motivates students. I can access up to minute information.” Gr 3-5 teacher / 4 to 10 years / Advanced Tech User / North Syracuse - NY

65. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Teachers: Most important impact of technology on your teaching practice? “Through the use of technology, the students are more engaged in what they are learning, and more aware of the reasons why they are learning. The students have information at the touch of their fingertips, which is an amazing tool! Gr 3-5 Teacher / 4 to 10 years / Average Tech User / Fullerton – CA “Technology has allowed social studies to be more engaging and interactive in my classroom. I feel my students have learned more than if I would have followed the traditional textbook method of teaching. “ Gr 6-8 Teacher / 4 to 10 years / Advanced Tech User / Denver – CO “ I can bring something like the carbon cycle in to my room and the students can view it in action. This cannot be accomplished from a textbook or by going outside. The use of technology grasps their attention!” Gr 6-8 Teacher / 4 to 10 years / Advanced Tech User / Mansfield ISD - TX

66. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Teachers: Most important impact of technology on your teaching practice? “Finding support and successful lesson plans have been very helpful. It's nice to know there are opportunities to get feedback and support for myself.” Gr 6-8 Teacher / 1 – 3 years / Average Tech User / Chicago – IL “Number one would have to be the way our grades are now online. It helps parents and students check up on their grades and makes it much easier for me around grading time.” Gr 9 – 12 Teacher / 11 to 15 years / Advanced Tech User / Frederick County – MD “Technology that enables the teacher to seamlessly incorporate real world information into the classroom.” Gr 9 – 12 Teacher / 16 + years / Average Tech User / Brevard Cty – FL

67. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Top Trends to Watch Spectrum of digital native-ness New uses for communications devices and tools Connecting without boundaries – new friends Technology as tool – not fad or fun Inclusion of student, teacher & parent ideas into planning and investments

68. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Speak Up News Briefings & Conferences including podcast of the Congressional Briefing Speak Up 100 List of Schools National Report – released in July Customized reports for schools, districts, state agencies, other groups and companies Special Focus Reports – sampling of topics: –21 st century skills –Online learning –Global collaborations –Communications, social networking & self-expression

69. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Speak Up News Speak Up 2007: Open to all schools and districts to participate – US & Canada Schools register to participate starting in July Survey open October 1 – November 15 Aggregated quantitative data back to schools in January Public release of national data in March

70. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Speak Up 2007 – What’s new? New themes and questions Parent Survey in Spanish Speak Up for School Leaders Principals Administrators School Board Members

71. 6/10-6/13/07WWW.AEPWEB.ORG Speak Up and You – New Opportunities Use our public data Have us create a custom data report for you Partner with us on a co-branded special report –Looking for a partner for reports on: 21 st century skills, math & science, global collaborations, teachers & tech impact Data presentations at conferences and meetings Your own “Speak Up” – ex: Nat’l Park Service and NSF NSDL Be a Speak Up 2007 Sponsor - identify new questions for 2007 Promote Speak Up to your clients & partners Host a Speak Up city/regional event Other ideas? Let’s talk!

72. Julie Evans Chief Executive Officer 949-609-4660 jevans@tomorrow.org Students, Teachers & Parents “Speak Up” about Education, Technology & 21st Century Learning Are we listening? And... how are we responding?

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