As technology continues to provide new instructional options in the classroom, opportunities to embed new tools in their pedagogy are critical for teachers. One avenue that could encourage teachers to adopt new technologies in their classroom is professional development. This column outlines how a comprehensive program can be implemented to build teacher capacity for implementing new tools in their classrooms. Suggestions include developing a referral system that connects teachers to necessary supports, developing ongoing trainings that build teacher knowledge and skills for using technology, and creating site-based leaders for technology use through professional development and the creation of professional learning communities.

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专业发展以提高教师使用新技术的能力

随着技术继续在课堂上提供新的教学选择，将新工具嵌入教学法的机会对教师来说至关重要。可以鼓励教师在课堂上采用新技术的途径之一是专业发展。本专栏概述了如何实施综合计划以培养教师在课堂中实施新工具的能力。建议包括开发一个推荐系统，将教师与必要的支持联系起来，开发持续培训，培养教师使用技术的知识和技能，并通过专业发展和创建专业学习社区来创建基于现场的技术使用领导者。