Professional+Organizations

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(Submitted by Amy Ojserkis)
Professional organizations play an important role for all educators. Because technology, by its very nature, is changing the landscape of education, it is important for educators to stay current with research, theory and pedagogy. It is equally important to make professional connections with colleagues, leading researchers and institutions, and leaders in the field.

= = =** __International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)__ **= [|www.iste.org] The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) is the trusted source for professional development, knowledge generation, advocacy, and leadership for innovation. A nonprofit membership organization, ISTE provides leadership and service to improve teaching, learning, and school leadership by advancing the effective use of technology in PK–12 and teacher education. Home of the National Educational Technology Standards ([|NETS]), the Center for Applied Research in Educational Technology ([|CARET]), and the National Educational Computing Conference ([|NECC]), ISTE represents more than 85,000 professionals worldwide. We support our members with information, networking opportunities, and guidance as they face the challenge of transforming education. In 2006, ISTE began work on **the next generation of NETS for Students,** which focuses more on skills and expertise and less on tools. Specifically, they address  ·  creativity and innovation;  ·  communication and collaboration;  ·  research and information fluency;  ·  critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making;  ·  digital citizenship; and technology operations and concepts  [|www.njaet.org] ** NJAET is a group of computer-using educators who are working to promote the use of technology in education Resources for teachers in include FREE Membership, Online Journal, Professional Blog and Annual Conference held every October at Georgian Court College, Lakewood, NJ.
 * New Jersey **** Association for Educational Technology (NJAET)

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ISTE - NJAET - NETS - NECC - Technology Standards