Course Description:
The purpose of the DTL Academy is to establish a growing cadre of educators who will create and implement high-quality courses and lessons for the SD Digital Dakota Network.  These educators will model effective distance teaching strategies that support active student learning.  As instructional leaders, they will guide the implementation of high-quality telecourses and telelessons that advance learning for the students of South Dakota.

understand the capabilities of the computer, its impact on education, business, industry and government; and will be able to adapt to, understand, evaluate and make use of new and emerging innovations in computer and information technology.

be proficient in the use and application of computer software.

use telecommunications-based tools to integrate information into the classroom and the curriculum.

be aware of professional organizations in the field of computer education and technology and their impact on the field of education.