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Wright Technology Award "Statement of intent" for the Wright Award.
Charles F. Wright Technology In Teaching Award (endowment)
"Given annually to a teacher who has distinguished herself or himself for exceptional application and innovative integration of computer and information technology to enhance his /her teaching and student learning." (notice to teachers 6/99)
"Presented annually to a faculty member who has distinguished herself or himself in the application of technology to enhance teaching and learning at USM." (letter to Wright, 6/99) Award selection criteria: The following criteria will be used to determine the recipient of the Wright Technology Award:1. Peer resource/spreads the knowledge-demonstrates a strong interest in serving as a peer technology resource (spreading their knowledge to other faculty members). 2. Incorporates technology on a regular basis into classroom assignments and activities. Students in the classroom gain experiences working with a variety of software and hardware tools in the classroom. 3. Adopts and incorporates newer technologies into the curriculum, classroom preparation, extra-curriculars/special events, etc. Serves as a "Pioneer" in MS educational technologies. 4. Seeks professional development-sets and achieves a professional development goal pertaining to technology. Seeks additional professional development opportunities. Show exceptional growth in the implementation/use of technology. 5. Regularly utilizes technology in the planning and implementation phases of the teaching process. 6. Uses Technology in a way that enhances the curriculum (vs. using it for just for the sake of using it).
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