TLN Benefits
Technology Leadership Network (TLN) Delivers in a Big Way!
Technology Leadership Network benefits were created around four key areas (Advocacy, Knowledge, Professional Development and Discounts) designed specifically to assist in helping you educate the community you serve:
ADVOCACY
NSBA provides a national advocacy presence like no other organization and has one of the largest Advocacy staffs in the education community. The NSBA Advocacy team is here to answer your questions about legislation that is working its way through Congress right now. NSBA's legal team files more Amicus Briefs, on your behalf, than all other education organizations combined and is therefore a force to be reckoned with!
- Access to NSBA's Advocacy and Legal Staff
- Action Alerts
- Special Briefings
- NSBA's Legal Clips - TLN participants can opt-in to receive this weekly update on relevant legal issues.
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge is a necessary component in making informed decisions for your district. Whether it's 1:1 computing or social networking, successful decisions can't be made without research, findings, and the advice of others who have faced similar circumstances.
- Technology Grants - This premier benefit, provides direct links to grants and funding sources for education technology.
- Site Visits - Each year three district Site Visits are scheduled. Each visit is designed to showcase exemplary educational technology at work. Better than reading a case study or even watching a video, these Site Visits give you and your team a hands-on perspective.
- Electronic School eZine - Published monthly, this electronic magazine provides a wealth of news, practical information, and insight into the world of education technology.
- Special TLN Publications: Covering technology planning, legal issues, assistive technology, and information for school board members, these publications regularly help TLN participants with planning, presentations, and policy direction.
- Recognition Programs - Leaders recognizing leaders ... that's positive reinforcement at its best. We salute districts that have made innovative strides in technology for achievement.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Not just a tool to help teachers in their classrooms, professional development is a tool that assists leaders in developing the skills they need to make the right decisions for their schools and community.
- T+L Conference -This annual meeting is the only national K-12 educational technology conference focused on the needs of district leadership teams. Hundreds of sessions and exhibitors convene to address the most critical issues and opportunities in educational technology. TLN participants receive significant registration discounts!
- On-line Learning Opportunities (coming soon)
DISCOUNTS
Every dollar counts and the TLN program can add to your bottom line by offering discounts on great opportunities to expand your knowledge, increase your information, and expand your networking.
- T+L Conference registration discount for every staff and board member in your district.
- Site Visits
- On-line Learning
- NSBA publications
Resources
- Advocacy
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NSBA provides a national advocacy presence like no other organization and has one of the largest Advocacy staffs in the education community.
- TLN Digital Wish Grant
Win a free software license package from TOOL Factory (and affiliates) for your school district!
- TLN Publications
NSBA maintains an active publishing program as a benefit to its affiliates and the education community at large. These publications focus on helping education leaders meet new technology challenges as they arise.
- Technology Leadership Network Directory
Check the directory to get a better idea of which districts in your state participate or to confirm your district's participation.
- TLN Webinars
Join us for a Web-based seminar without ever having to leave your desk!
These webinars are recorded so you can view them at your convenience, allowing professional development to take place on your schedule.