Your best value in educational technology training

by David Benson, Educational Technology Consultant ()

I thought I'd write about two items that are affecting all of us: the financial situation here in the state of Ohio and the ever-increasing need for Ohio educators to continue developing their skills in integrating technology into the curriculum.

My first point almost goes without saying: the state is, indeed, in a state of emergency when it comes to the budget, and now, more than ever before, it is important for educators to watch carefully how they spend ever-declining funds.

Which brings me to my second point: we need to keep sharpening our skills when it comes to incorporating technology into the classroom.

The Department of Education has proposed a new set of standards for integrating technology based upon the ISTE standards, and there is the expectation that Ohio's educators will all be striving to meet these standards.

Unfortunately, with budgets shrinking and money getting tight, it has become increasingly more difficult to find affordable ways to fulfill the desires of the Department of Education.

That's where PBS 45 & 49 and Ohio's other educational technology agencies enter in. We're still the leading agencies in the state when it comes to professional development and, dollar for dollar, we're the best value for the money. So, when you're looking for training in educational technologies, come to us first.

Year after year, for over 30 years now, we have responded to the needs of schools in our region by providing professional development opportunities to teachers and assisting in the integration of technology and instructional television in the classroom.

Turn to the back page to find out what workshops we're offering over the next few months. During the summer, take some time to check out the other workshops we offer and the online resources we create for educators at http://www.pbs4549.org/EDUCATE.

When it comes to the changing needs of our school districts, PBS 45 & 49 look for new and creative ways to meet those needs. Just like the electric company slogan says: we're there for you!