CIS Digital Learning and Technology Integration Audit Checklist

A detailed checklist designed to audit and improve digital learning practices, technology integration, and EdTech infrastructure in international schools, ensuring alignment with CIS accreditation standards and global best practices in educational technology.

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About This Checklist

The CIS Digital Learning and Technology Integration Audit Checklist is a vital tool for international schools aiming to meet the Council of International Schools (CIS) accreditation standards in the realm of educational technology. This comprehensive checklist evaluates the school's integration of digital tools, online learning platforms, and technology-enhanced pedagogies. By implementing this audit, schools can ensure they are effectively leveraging technology to enhance learning outcomes, promote digital citizenship, and prepare students for a technology-driven global society. This checklist aligns with CIS's emphasis on innovative and future-focused education, helping schools navigate the complex landscape of educational technology in an international context.

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Industry

Education

Standard

CIS Accreditation Standards

Workspaces

Educational Institutions

Occupations

IT Directors
Educational Technology Coordinators
Curriculum Leaders
Teachers
Librarians
E-Learning Specialists
1
Is there a digital citizenship policy in place?
2
How often is technology integrated into classroom activities (per week)?
Min: 0
Target: 5
Max: 20
3
List the educational technology tools currently being used.
4
Describe how blended learning is implemented in your institution.
5
Are 21st century skills being assessed in student performance evaluations?
6
Is there an e-learning platform in use for student engagement?
7
Have staff received training on the educational technology tools?
8
What percentage of students have access to technology at home?
Min: 0
Target: 80
Max: 100
9
Provide feedback from students on their experience with technology in learning.
10
Is there a clear plan for technology resource allocation?
11
Are digital resources fully integrated into the curriculum?
12
What challenges have been faced in adopting educational technology?
13
What is the average daily screen time for students in hours?
Min: 0
Target: 3
Max: 10
14
Describe the level of parental involvement in students' use of technology.
15
Is the institution compliant with data privacy regulations regarding student information?
16
Is technical support available for educational technology?
17
What is the current annual budget for educational technology (in USD)?
Min: 0
Target: 50000
Max: 1000000
18
Provide examples of successful technology integration in your institution.
19
Is learning analytics utilized to assess student performance?
20
What are the future plans for technology integration in the curriculum?
21
Is there a mechanism for collecting student feedback on technology usage?
22
What training is provided to students regarding the use of educational technology?
23
What percentage of classes integrate technology into their teaching?
Min: 0
Target: 75
Max: 100
24
How is the community engaged in the use of educational technology?
25
Is the educational technology compliant with accessibility standards?

FAQs

The checklist covers technology infrastructure, digital learning platforms, teacher professional development in EdTech, student digital literacy programs, online safety and digital citizenship, data privacy and security measures, and the integration of technology across the curriculum.

It provides a structured approach to evaluating and documenting the school's digital learning initiatives and technology integration, helping to gather evidence and identify areas of strength and needed improvement for the CIS accreditation review.

The checklist should involve IT directors, educational technology coordinators, curriculum leaders, teachers, librarians, and potentially students to ensure a comprehensive review of all aspects of digital learning and technology integration.

It's recommended to use this checklist annually due to the rapid pace of technological change, with more intensive use in the year leading up to a CIS accreditation visit.

Yes, while focused on CIS standards, the checklist can be adapted to suit schools with different levels of technological infrastructure and resources, ensuring relevance across diverse international school contexts.

Benefits of CIS Digital Learning and Technology Integration Audit Checklist

Ensures alignment with CIS standards for technology integration in education

Identifies gaps and opportunities in digital learning infrastructure and practices

Promotes the development of students' digital literacy and 21st-century skills

Enhances the school's capacity to deliver blended and online learning

Supports the creation of a technology-rich, innovative learning environment