ABOUT ITEA

WHAT IS ITEA?

The International Technology Education Association (ITEA) is the professional organization for technology, innovation, design, and engineering educators.  Our mission is to promote technological literacy for all by supporting the teaching of technology and promoting the professionalism of those engaged in these pursuits.  ITEA strengthens the profession through leadership, professional development, membership services, publications, and classroom activities.

ITEA's MISSION

ITEA's mission is to advance technological capabilities for all people and to nurture and promote the professionalism of those engaged in these pursuits.  ITEA seeks to meet the professional needs and interests of members as well as to improve public understanding of technology, innovation, design, and engineering education and its contributions.

ITEA represents more than 35,000 secondary technology educators in the U.S. alone who are developers, administrators, and university personnel in the field representing all levels of education.  ITEA corporate members are comprised of leading technology companies.

ITEA conducts various professional development programs and holds an Annual Conference in the United States—the largest technology education showcase of exhibits and educational sessions in the world.  ITEA collaborates with its sister associations from around the world in international conferences hosted in selected countries.

ITEA publishes The Technology Teacher, Technology and Children, Technology S A, the Journal of Technology Education, Inside TIDE, and a variety of other publications that lead the profession by providing teaching directions, instructional ideas, and networking opportunities.

ITEA has numerous committees, task forces, and boards that coordinate all aspects of technology education and sponsor dozens of meetings, conferences, and exhibits each year.

ITEA sponsors an active honors and awards program that recognizes outstanding teachers, and programs (K-12) from states, provinces and countries which are affiliated with the Association.  ITEA also presents award certificates and supports other programs that recognize outstanding efforts in the technology teaching profession.

ITEA conducts a vigorous public policy program frequently providing information to government, agencies, associations, and other special interest groups concerning technology education.  The Association strives to provide concerned publics with an understanding of the importance of technological literacy through technology, innovation, design, and engineering education to the future growth and well-being of all nations.

WHAT IS TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION?

Technology is Human Innovation in Action! Technology: An Educational Imperative
(Technology Education Advocacy Brochure)

ITEA is a professional association for technology education teachers who teach a curriculum called "technology education" which is problem-based learning utilizing math, science and technology principles.Technological Studies Involve: