Tech4Learning is always looking for outstanding classroom teachers, trainers, aides, and administrators who have made Tech4Learning tools an integral part of their daily teaching and learning. The Tech4Learning Innovative Educator Awards reward excellence in the field of technology integration and the use of Tech4Learning learning tools in a creative and innovative way.

Winners of the TIE award will receive licenses for Tech4Learning tools of their choice and a continual subscription to Recipes4Success.com. Winners also become part of the select team that receives advance copies of new and upgraded Tech4Learning tools.

Applications for the class of 2009 will begin in October 2008.

The Review Process
Begin by completing the questions on the online nomination form. You can download the questions to help you prepare.  Locate the student samples you would like to submit and post them online. You are also welcome to create and submit videos that tell the story of the student projects.

Each completed application will be evaluated for how well the applicant has addressed each of the questions.  Applications should demonstrate how the use of Tech4Learning tools enhances daily instruction and how student achievement is improved.

Applicants will also be judged on the educational strength and creativity of the student projects submitted.

Expectations
Applicants who receive the Tech4Learning Innovative Educator award will be expected to present at state or local conferences and provide feedback on changes in Tech4Learning tools. Winners will also have an opportunity to contribute articles and stories to Creative Educator Magazine and share samples, activities, and templates to the Trading Post.

Nominations are closed for the 2008 TIE class!

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to call us, or email elizabeth@tech4learning.com.

We hope you hear from you soon!

Melinda Kolk and Elizabeth Buyer