Good morning,
In January 2009, the SPDG Program implemented a program-wide initiative to assist SPDG projects in using new technologies effectively and efficiently. Since then, the Technology Focus Group (TFG) consisting of both SPDG Project Directors and Evaluators, has met monthly to develop an action plan and outcomes for this initiative. Using feedback received from the 2008 SIG Regional Meetings and two technology surveys completed by SIGnetwork members, the group drafted the following overarching goals of the SPDG initiative are as follows: * SPDG projects can acquire data more easily so that they can make scientifically based decisions. * SPDG projects are able to collaborate more effectively. * SPDG projects are able to provide professional development in a more efficient and cost-effective way. * SPDG projects can efficiently support the use of innovations in the LEAs. * Access can be provided to people in rural areas and those with disabilities. The Tech Focus Group and others with technical expertise have provided TA to the SPDGs on a range of technologies and has shared information through different venues (e.g., wikis, blogs, Webinars, calls). This workgroup set goals for itself, and this is our opportunity to find out how successful the initiative has been in the last year. Your response will automatically enter you into a drawing for one of three SanDisk Cruzer Micro 16 GB USB 2.0 Flash Drives. Thank you for giving your time to complete the following survey by June 18: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/spdgtechsurvey2010 We have all supported each other during the last year in many different ways. I appreciate all you have done. Thank you, Jennifer Jennifer Coffey, Ph.D. Education Program Specialist Office of Special Education Programs 550 12th St., SW, Rm 4097 Washington, DC 20202-2600 202-245-6673 202-245-7619 (fax)
