Involve 20-40 teachers from each associate district plus the Polaris
faculty in an intensive, on-going improvement experience that will impact
positively on the personal and professional lives of the instructors, and
the learning experiences of their students.
Establish a high tech classroom which has all of the capabilities of
Schoolnet, Schoolnet Plus, and the Ohio Telecommunity.
Engage in curriculum development projects which integrate technology
in powerful and appropriate ways.
Demonstrate and provide preview, instruction, assessment and evaluation
experiences for teachers with hardware, software and technology-based instructional
strategies.
Collaborate and disseminate information on technology projects and
training opportunities.
In addition to teacher-training functions, the Institute may serve as
a training site for network managers and other school district employees.
Access for adult education and community groups will be considered.