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This article highlights 5 technology leadership articles from AASA's School Administrator magazine.

Thought you might find interesting what this course offers school leaders in terms of technology and leadership: ""While the program is geared toward technology issues, it's more than that - it's about leadership,"

Interesting ideas are developed in this "Digital Education Revolution" document that arrives to a conclusion we have been flirting with as well: "Perhaps the most important finding from our analysis is that technology leadership has greater leverage on desired outcomes than does technology infrastructure and expenditures"

A compilation of four new studies of one-to-one computing projects in K-12 schools identifies several factors that are key to the projects' success, including adequate planning, stakeholder buy-in, and strong school or district leadership. Not surprisingly, the researchers say the most important factor of all is the teaching practices of instructors.

A brief article detailing what s necessary for an effective 1:1 computing program.

This article presents some reasons to the question: "Why wikis for school leaders?" It also reviews the book "Wikis for School Leaders" in case you want to dig deeper.

A blog for school leaders, aspiring school leaders and teachers where all those questions we have been asking ourselves and each other are openly discussed. Since we have been walking the walk ourselves, you'll find it enjoyable!

However, after reflecting on the session and speaking with some of the attendees, it is apparent that the embracement of social media in schools and by educators will continue to be an uphill battle.  For those educators and schools that are either resistant to or unsure about using social media I pose these questions to you:

This is a link to a word document that details the state of Connecticut's technology plan. They have the typical mentions of leadership vision etc..., but also some other buzz words and ideas that peaked my interest. I was impressed with their mention of striving to provide all of the families with equal access to technology at home to support learning and moving more toward student directed learning as opposed to teacher directed learning among other things. If they can indeed insight these changes, they will be well on their way to integrating 21st century skills in their school systems. Good food for thought!

Interesting post about the qualities of a great principal: culture builder, visionary, instructional leader, connector, leadership capacity builder & time defender.