The ISTE Standards for Educators these standards outline the skills and knowledge that educators should possess to effectively integrate technology into teaching and learning. The standards are organized into several domains, each highlighting different aspects of technology integration.
The domains include:
Leader
Educators seek out opportunities for leadership to support student empowerment and success and to improve teaching and learning.
Learner
Educators continually improve their practice by learning from and with others and exploring proven and promising practices that leverage technology to improve student learning.
Citizen
Educators inspire students to positively contribute to and responsibly participate in the digital world.
Collaborator
Educators dedicate time to collaborate with both colleagues and students to improve practice, discover and share resources and ideas, and solve problems.
Designer
Educators design authentic, learner-driven activities and environments that recognize and accommodate learner variability.
Facilitator
Educators facilitate learning with technology to support student achievement of the ISTE Standards for Students.
Analyst
Educators understand and use data to drive their instruction and support students in achieving their learning goals.
These standards provide a framework for teachers to enhance their professional practice by integrating technology effectively. They emphasize the importance of fostering digital citizenship, collaborating with others, and designing learner-centered activities.
