National Educational Technology Standards

NCREL Research and Development Efforts in Collaboration With the International Society for Technology in Education

NCREL continues its 20-year commitment to educational technology initiatives through active research and development efforts aligned to the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) National Educational Technology Standards (NETS). Early next year, we will release a research-based assessment of technology literacy for students in Grade 8. The development process applied to our NETS-related products ensures that assessments are psychometrically valid and reliable as well as measurably aligned to the NETS. Look for additional research-based products for schools and districts to follow, including:

An assessment of technology integration for PK–8 teachers
An assessment of technology literacy for students in Grade 5
A continuum of technology integration professional development for PK–8 teachers
Technology literacy curriculum enhancements for middle school students

We are proud to collaborate with organizations like ISTE on important national issues such as technology literacy and technology integration. If you would like more information about our innovative work in the areas of technology literacy assessment and professional development focused on technology integration, call Learning Point Associates today at 800-252-0283.

Learn more about our NETS rubrics and provide your feedback.

On Friday, July 30, 2004, NCREL sponsored an interactive webcast in collaboration with ISTE to discuss the future of the NETS.

Read webcast summary.