Standards in the Field
Association for Educational Communications and Technology
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AECT Standard 1 (Content Knowledge): candidates with the knowledge necessary to create, use, assess, and manage theoretical and practical applications of educational technologies/processes.
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AECT Standard 2 (Content Pedagogy): reflective practitioners able to
demonstrate effective implementation of educational technologies and processes based on contemporary content and pedagogy.
AECT Standard 3 (Learning Environments): candidates facilitate learning by creating, using, evaluating, and managing effective learning environments.
AECT Standard 4 (Professional Knowledge and Skills): candidates design, develop, implement, and evaluate technology-rich learning environments within a supportive community of practice.
AECT Standard 5 (Research): candidates explore, evaluate, synthesize, and apply methods of inquiry to enhance learning and improve performance.
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International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Standards for Educators
The ISTE Standards for Educators deepen educators’ practice, promote collaboration with peers, challenge educators to rethink traditional approaches and prepare students to drive their own learning.