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Status/Date |
Level |
Summary |
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 FL | Signed into law 04/2012 | P-12 | From bill analysis: Creates the Digital Instructional Materials Work Group. The purpose of the 8 member group is to plan and monitor the implementation of the transition to digital instructional materials. Directs the group to submit a plan to the legislature by March 1, 2013, for meeting the deadline of transition to digital instructional materials as provided in ss. 1006.29(3) and 1006.40(3)(a), Florida Statutes, and requires the plan to include specified components, including teacher training and professional development, and funding.
Pages 40-41 of 41: http://myfloridahouse.gov/Sections/Documents/loaddoc.aspx?FileName=_h5101er.docx&DocumentType=Bill&BillNumber=5101&Session=2012
Title: H.B. 5101 - Digital Instructional Materials Work Group
Source: myfloridahouse.gov
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| CA | Signed into law 09/2011 | P-12 | From bill summary: Repeals the Education Technology Professional Development Program to provide teacher training on the use of technology in the classroom. http://www.leginfo.ca.gov/pub/11-12/bill/sen/sb_0901-0950/sb_940_bill_20110926_chaptered.pdf
Title: S.B. 940 - Education Technology Professional Development Program
Source: www.leginfo.ca.gov
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| ME | Signed into law 06/2011 | P-12 | Requires the Commissioner of Education to develop a program of technical assistance, including professional development and training for instruction in digital literacy and the establishment of a clearinghouse for information on the use of online learning resources that may be made available to all school administrative units. Establishes the Digital Literacy Fund and provides that balances in the fund may be used to pay for the development of a program of technical assistance that designs instructional materials promoting digital literacy, teacher professional development and training on the use of online learning resources; new administrative costs and other expenses; and for the implementation of a new clearinghouse for information on the use of online learning resources, including best practices in the use of open educational resources and open-source textbooks for elementary schools, middle schools and high schools. http://www.mainelegislature.org/legis/bills/bills_125th/chapters/PUBLIC354.asp
Title: S.P. 161
Source: http://www.mainelegislature.org
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| CA | Vetoed 10/2009 | P-12 | Adds Article 15.1., "Education Technology Task Force" to the education code. Defines "technology literacy". Establishes a task force for education technology to make preliminary recommendations on technology literacy model standards for grades 7-12. Specifies role groups that must be represented on the task force. Directs the task force to make preliminary recommendations to the superintendent of public instruction within a year of the task force's convening. Requires the superintendent to recommend technology literacy model standards to the state board within two months after receiving the task force's recommendations, and for the state board to adopt technology literacy model content standards pursuant to the superintendent's recommendations, within two months of receiving the superintendent's recommendations. Identifies specific areas on which the task force must make recommendations to the legislature and the state board within 18 months after the task force is convened, namely (1) Professional development, (2) Electronic learning resources and instructional materials, (3) Hardware, (4) Telecommunications infrastructure, and (5) Funding, based on an assessment of various funding models. Bill: http://www.leginfo.ca.gov/pub/09-10/bill/asm/ab_0801-0850/ab_836_bill_20090916_enrolled.pdf Veto message: http://www.leginfo.ca.gov/pub/09-10/bill/asm/ab_0801-0850/ab_836_vt_20091012.html
Title: A.B. 836
Source: www.leginfo.ca.gov
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| ID | Adopted 05/2008 | P-12 | Establishes a statewide goal that teachers and administrators be trained in the use of technology for education.
adm.idaho.gov/adminrules/rules/idapa08/0202.pdf
Title: IDAPA 08.02.02
Source: adm.idaho.gov
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| IL | Signed into law 08/2007 | P-12 | Extends the technology immersion pilot project established by the state board of education for another 3 years. Extends the repeal of provisions concerning the technology immersion pilot project to August 31, 2010. http://www.ilga.gov/legislation/95/SB/PDF/09500SB0746lv.pdf
Title: S.B. 746
Source: Lexis-Nexis/StateNet
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| NY | Signed into law 04/2007 | P-12 | Section 7-a: Adds new section 753 to education code, on instructional computer hardware and technology equipment apportionment. Authorizes a district to be eligible for an apportionment for approved expenses for:
(1) The purchase or lease of micro and/or mini computer equipment or terminals for instructional purposes
(2) Technology equipment, including video, solar energy, robotic, satellite, laser and other such equipment as approved by the commissioner
(3) The repair of such equipment, and training/staff development for instructional purposes.
States such aid must be provided pursuant to a district-developed plan that demonstrates that the instructional computer hardware needs of students in the district have been adequately met, and that the district has provided for the loan of instructional computer hardware to students attending nonpublic schools.
Provides formula to determine apportionment amount for which a district is eligible.
Provides no district is required to purchase or otherwise acquire instructional computer hardware or technology equipment for which the cost exceeds the amount of state aid provided.
Section 7-b: Adds new section 754 to education code, on loan of instructional computer hardware. Provides that school authorities have the power and duty to loan instructional computer hardware upon request, to all pupils legally attending nonpublic elementary or secondary schools located in the district. Provides such hardware is to be loaned free to such students, beginning with the 2007-2008 school year.
Provides no district is required to loan instructional computer hardware in excess of the hardware acquired pursuant to section 753. Provides such hardware must be loaned on an equitable basis to children attending nonpublic schools in the district, provided that nothing shall be construed to require a district to loan instructional computer hardware.
Directs school authorities to adopt regulations specifying the date by which requests for instructional computer hardware purchase/loan must be received by the district.
http://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?bn=S02107&sh=t
Title: S.B. 2107 - Part B, Section 7-a and 7-b
Source: assembly.state.ny.us
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| NM | Signed into law 04/2007 | P-12
Postsec.
Community College | Creates the regional educational technology assistance center as a professional development center at New Mexico state university's college of extended learning. The center will provide: (1) technology integration training into teaching and learning; (2) professional development dossier creation; (3) use of data to drive instruction to improve student learning outcomes; (4) internet safety, online teaching and learning and technical assistance; (5) faculty development in integrating technology and distance learning tools; (6) and implementing the New Mexico learning network.
http://legis.state.nm.us/Sessions/07%20Regular/final/SB0425.pdf
Title: S.B. 425
Source: http://legis.state.nm.us
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| WV | Signed into law 03/2007 | P-12 | Establishes the 21st Century Tools for 21st Century Schools Technology Initiative to replace, enhance and fund current technology programs in schools; requires the development of a 21st Century Strategic Technology Learning Plan under the initiative and sets forth specific areas it should address; requires that the provision of technologies and services to students and teachers by schools be based on the goals of the 21st Century Strategic Technology Learning Plan; requires funds for the initiative/plan to be allocated equitably to county school systems following peer review of their technology plans that includes providing necessary technical assistance prior to submission and allowing for timely review and approval by the West Virginia Department of Education; outlines the use of technology and technology infrastructure under the initiative/plan.
http://www.legis.state.wv.us/Bill_Text_HTML/2007_SESSIONS/RS/BILLS/SB603%20SUB1%20enr.htm
Title: S.B. 603
Source: http://www.legis.state.wv.us/
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| UT | Adopted 01/2007 | P-12 | Provides for an online educator licensing process, including definitions, procedures, audits, license applicant and license holder responsibilities, license costs, and standards for licensing records. http://www.rules.utah.gov/publicat/code/r277/r277-512.htm
Title: R277-512
Source: http://www.rules.utah.gov/main/
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| IL | Adopted 10/2006 | P-12 | Provides for the distribution of wireless laptop computers, associated hardware and software, and professional development to seven pilot districts in the state. Emergency adoption: Pages 339-346 of 591: http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/index/register/register_volume30_issue27.pdf
Final adoption: Pages 350-357 of 554: http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/index/register/register_volume30_issue44.pdf
Title: 23 IAC 365.10, .20, .30, .40, .50, .60
Source: Lexis-Nexis/StateNet
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| CA | Signed into law 08/2006 | P-12 | Requires a school district's education technology plan to include a component to educate pupils and teachers on the appropriate and ethical use of information technology, in the classroom, Internet security, avoiding plagiarism, the concept, purpose, and significance of a copyright for pupils, and implications of illegal peer-to-peer network file sharing. Exempts a district that has a certain plan from compliance with this requirement until the plan expires or is replaced, then the district is subject.
http://www.leginfo.ca.gov/pub/bill/asm/ab_0301-0350/ab_307_bill_20060823_enrolled.pdf
Title: A.B. 307
Source: California Legislature
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| GA | Signed into law 04/2006 | P-12 | Provides that, should the professional standards commission include a requirement to requirement to demonstrate computer skill competency for certification renewal, the rules and regulations must provide that a certificated educator may elect to meet the requirement by:
(A) Completing a course in computer skill competency; or
(B) Receiving satisfactory results on a test in basic computer skill competency. If a certified educator chooses to take such test, the local district must provide the opportunity to take the test on site at the school in which the educator is assigned. http://www.legis.state.ga.us/legis/2005_06/pdf/hb972.pdf
Title: H.B. 972
Source: www.legis.state.ga.us
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| NY | Vetoed 08/2004 | P-12 | One new section (83-A) of this large bill authorizes the state commissioner to award additional 2004-05 grants for teacher mentors, not to exceed $4,667,000 for a total 2004-05 program of $6 million. A second new section (83-B) provides additional funding for the teacher resources and computer training centers program by authorizing the state commissioner of education to approve applications for funding not to exceed $21 million for a total 2004-05 school year program of $31 million. http://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?bn=S06059&sh=t
Title: S.B. 6059
Source: StateNet
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| GA | Signed into law 05/2004 | P-12 | Relating to elementary and secondary education; requires providers of in-service or continuing education for teachers and other professional personnel to offer such in-service or continuing education online; provides for treatment by the Professional Standards Commission. http://www.legis.state.ga.us/legis/2003_04/fulltext/hb1698.htm
Title: H.B. 1698
Source: Georgia Legislative Web site
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| ID | Signed into law 04/2004 | P-12 | Authorizes a requirement in technology proficiency for teachers; provides exceptions; provides that a waiver process shall be adopted; provides certain limitations for waivers. http://www3.state.id.us/oasis/H0728.html#engr
Title: H.B. 728
Source: Idaho Legislative Web site
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| MD | Signed into law 05/2002 | P-12 | Includes computer-based technology, CD-ROM discs and web-based resources and courses in the definition of "technology" under this section. Adds Web-based distance-learning resources to list of technology state support can help provide. Includes in purpose of subtitle the provision of equal opportunities and expanded educational choices for all Maryland public school students, as well as expanded professional development opportunities for educators. Permits state superintendent to develop standards for school staff for the offering of courses or services online or through other technologies; to review courses and courseware for quality and alignment with state content standards and other standards; and to track and issue reports on courses or services used by school staff. Adds web-based products, resources and courses for classroom use to list of products for which public and private consortia may receive grants to develop. In awarding grants, requires priority to be given programs developed for relevance to state content standards and other appropriate standards. Adds distance-learning activities to list of learning opportunities to be provided through Maryland Technology Academy. Requires department to provide virtual learning opportunities that meet specified standards. Requires department, with state board and superintendent approval; to develop and procure online courses; to develop standards for teachers and other school employees for the offering of courses or services online or through other technology; and to review courses and courseware for quality and alignment with state standards. Establishes Maryland virtual learning opportunities fund. http://mlis.state.md.us/2002rs/bills/hb/hb1197t.rtf
Title: H.B. 1197
Source: mlis.state.md.us
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| UT | Signed into law 03/2002 | Postsec. | Relates to higher education technology amendments; modifies the State System of Higher Education by authorizing part of the monies in the Public Education Job Enhancement Program to be used for the technology training of administrators as well as superintendents and principals.
Title: S.B. 181
Source: Lexis-Nexis/StateNet
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| AL | To governor 05/2001 | P-12
Postsec. | Relates to teacher education programs; requires instruction and proficiency in the use of computers and other instructional technology in all teacher education programs beginning with the junior class of 2003; requires the State Board of Education to identify appropriate benchmarks concerning the use of technology by public school students.
Title: S.B. 212
Source: Lexis-Nexis/StateNet
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| TX | Signed into law 05/2001 | P-12 | Requires the commissioner to establish a master technology teacher grant program to encourage teachers to: (1) become certified as master technology teachers; and (2) work with other teachers and with students in order to increase the use of technology in each classroom. Also establishes Master Technology Teacher Certification to ensure that there are teachers with special training to work with other teachers and with students in order to increase the use of technology in each classroom.
Title: H.B. 1475
Source: http://www.house.state.tx.us/
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| OK | Vetoed 04/2001 | P-12 | Creates the Task force on Career-Technology Professional Certification; states purpose.
Title: H.B. 1914
Source: Lexis-Nexis/StateNet
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| GA | Signed into law 03/2000 | P-12 | Mandates that holders of a renewable certificate must pass a computer skills competency test before they can receive certification renewal. Successful completion of the phase one InTech model training at a state educational technology training center or a State Board of Education approved redelivery team shall be acceptable for certificate renewal purposes.
Title: H.B. 1187
Source: Georgia Department of Education
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| VA | Signed into law 02/2000 | P-12 | Requires the institutes established by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia currently providing in-service training in the effective use of educational technology for teachers, administrators, and librarians in the elementary and secondary schools to provide the same training to such personnel of equivalent adult education and literacy programs.
Title: S.B. 460
Source: Lexis-Nexis/StateNet
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| VA | Signed into law 02/2000 | P-12 | Provisions of in-service training in the effective use of educational technology for adult education and literacy program professionals. The training is to be delivered at institutes established by the State Council of Higher Education for providing in-service training in educational technology for public school teachers, administrators, and librarians.
Title: H.B. 936
Source: Lexis-Nexis/StateNet
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