6 Strategies to Help Principals Become Technology Leaders
There is no question about it technology is the driving force behind leadership. Leadership that embraces change, learning, communication, and diversity , is what technology enhances when it comes to principals. NCES (2002) states “"Leadership is the single most important factor affecting the successful integration of technology. This is true at the state level and at the school level. Schools that have made the most progress are those with energetic and committed leaders”” (Technology, 2002). Whitehead, Jenson, and Boschee (2013) gave a great example of a Project Outline that can help provide structure and direction for leadership when it comes to technology. Technology helps drive the vision for all leaders for several reasons. For one, technology gives staff more flexibility. For example, Meetings can take place over audio/video messaging instead of in-person faculty meetings. Leaders are influencers, so technology allows for wide-rea...