Framing the Future of Learning with Technology
What works when bringing together education technology (EdTech), information technology (InfoTech) and assistive technology (AT) for students with disabilities? CITES, the Center on Inclusive Technology & Education Systems at CAST, partners with school districts from across the country to answer that question. What we learn informs the development of the CITES Framework of evidence-based practices for creating and sustaining inclusive technology ecosystems in school districts.
What's New?
CITES Framework Field Guide for Leadership
Build effective leadership structures that promote inclusive technology and education systems with our new downloadable guide.
Teaching Stories
Visit the Teaching section of our website to learn how our partner districts optimized systems that support teaching with inclusive technology.
Events
Learn more about the CITES Framework as it develops by visiting our upcoming webinars and presentations and archived resources.
Technology supports access to learning.
The CITES Framework offers district leaders the opportunity to collaborate so that all learners with disabilities have the supports, scaffolds, and tools to be and feel successful.
Explore the CITES Framework
The CITES website is designed to help districts implement the CITES Framework. The work can be approached in a linear, step-by-step process beginning with Leadership and progressing through each practice. Or use the Framework as a “just-in-time” resource to focus on specific CITES practices most needed in the district. Learn more about the CITES Framework development process.
Leadership
Creating a culture and conditions for innovation and change
Infrastructure
Enabling access and effective use
Teaching
Teaching with technology
Learning
Engaging & empowering learning through technology
Assessment
Measuring learning
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