Table of Contents

Letter from the Secretary

Executive Summary

Technological Literacy: A National Priority

Background

The Technology Literacy Challenge

The Technology Goals

An Investment in the Future

Benefits of Technology Use

Enhanced Student Achievement Basic Skills Instruction
Advanced Skills Instruction
Assessment of Student Progress
Student Motivation

Increased Family Involvement

Improved Teachers' Skills

Improved School Administration and Management

Characteristics of Successful Technology-Rich Schools

Conclusion

Reaching the Technology Goals

Progress Report

Cost of Meeting the Four Goals Types of Costs
Cost Estimates
Funding Challenges

No Community Left Behind

Roles Supporting Local Action Plans

Role of the Federal Government Technology Literacy Challenge Fund
Affordable Connections
Improved Professional Development
Improved Educational Software
Continued Investment in Educational Technology
Effective Use of Technology by Major Education Programs
Clearinghouse for Good Ideas
State-of-the-Art Tools
Closing the Divide Between Technology "Haves" and "Have-Nots"
Monitoring Progress Towards Technology Goals

Role of States and Local Communities Leadership and Planning
Ongoing Support for Teachers
Modern Multimedia Computers in the Classroom
Effective Educational Software and On-Line Learning Resources
Adequate Financial Support and Equitable Access

Role of Higher Education and Private and Nonprofit Sectors Supporting Professional Development
Instructional Materials
Collaboration With Elementary and Secondary Schools
Research on the Use of Technology in Education

From Vision to Reality

Endnotes

Bibliography

Appendices

A. How This Plan Was Developed

B. Federal Support for Technology in Education

C. State Support for Technology in Education

D. Sources of Further Information

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