DISTINGUISHED
TECHNOLOGY
EDUCATOR "DTE"
2008 DTE RECIPIENTS

Walter Deal, III
John Singer
Ken Starkman
ITEA's Distinguished Technology Educator (DTE) designation
is a coveted mark of distinction in technology education. It
recognizes technology educators who have demonstrated a high
level of competence and conscientiousness in the field of technology
education.
The term technology is used here; however, an area of study identified by a different title that encompasses the study of technology, innovation, design, and/or engineering education may be substituted.
DTE Overview
ITEA created the Distinguished Technology Educator (DTE) program
to provide a means for recognizing outstanding performance and
accomplishments in the field of professional technology education.
As one of the highest honors for professional achievement in
technology education, the DTE designation recognizes the attainments
of technology educators.
Consideration for the award is based upon documented evidence
of leadership/management skills, continuing participation in
association education programs, and demonstration of leadership
in association, community, and personal activities.
The Distinguished Technology Educator program acknowledges
the essential principles of adult learning. It incorporates
into the process recognition and credit for work experiences
and other accomplishments. The program recognizes those areas
of technology education the DTE Board has determined to be most
reflective of successful professional attainment.
Objectives
- To encourage a continuing program of professional development
for technology educators.
- To encourage self-assessment by offering guidelines for
achievement in the profession.
- To recognize educators who have demonstrated a high level
of competence and conscientiousness in technology education
over a substantial period of time.
Benefits
- Increased respect and recognition by members in the profession.
- Increased professional credibility.
- Increased self-esteem.
- Increased ability to compete in the job market.
- Increased remuneration and job benefits.
Process for Consideration
To be eligible for consideration, technology educators must:
- Have at least 10 years experience as a full time technology
educator prior to the date of application and have 10 consecutive
years of member in ITEA and hold a current membership at the
time the DTE is awarded.
- Hold at least a bachelor’s degree in technology education
from an accredited institution of higher education.
- Possess acceptable ability, character, and reputation.
- Pledge in writing to adhere to the ITEA policy, "This
We Believe."
- Be employed, at the time of application, in a position
in technology education.
- Have served actively on at least one ITEA committee in the
five years prior to application.
- Donate $100 (tax deductible) to the Foundation for Technology
Education (FTE) to be used for educational programs. Donation
must accompany application. This is a one-time donation regardless
of the number of times you apply. Note: An applicant who is
denied the DTE designation may request, at his/her discretion,
a refund of the FTE donation.
- Have been a member of an affiliated association for the
five most recent years and maintain (hold) current membership.
Procedures for Earning the DTE Designation
STEP 1: Complete the DTE
PERSONAL DATA APPLICATION FORM. Save the form to your hard drive so you can continue to work on it until completed.
- Read the entire Personal Data Application Form first for eligibility requirements.
- If extra space is needed, use blank pages at the end of the application. Identify each blank page with the division number and section number(s) of the Personal Data Application Form item(s) to which the information relates.
- Wherever there is a question of accuracy (dates for example) always qualify with "about" or "approximately," but use these notations only when necessary. Do not use alphabetical abbreviations, e.g. IDA.
- Do not duplicate information on the Personal Data Application Form. If you include information in one place, do not repeat it elsewhere on the form.
- Fill in all applicable point totals on each page as well as on the Score Sheet.
- To be eligible for consideration, a minimum of 650 points must be earned for K-12 classroom teachers and supervisors/administrators, and 950 points must be earned for higher education personnel (depending upon employment classification).
- NOTE: Be accurate and factual in each response. Provide complete information on all items. Remove all guesswork. It is to your advantage to be thorough. When a maximum point total is indicated, DO NOT EXCEED IT on the score sheet.
- Read and check the pledge to adhere to ITEA's This We Believe.
- Save transcripts or a copy of your diploma as a PDF file that can be uploaded along with the Personal Data Application Form during the electronic submission process (Step 2). Recheck all items on the Personal Data Application Form carefully before going to Step 2 in the process.
STEP 2: Complete the DTE ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION.
- Browse your hard drive and upload your completed DTE PERSONAL DATA APPLICATION FORM, along with transcripts or copy of diploma.
- Fill out credit card information to donate $100 to the Foundation for Technology Education (FTE).
- Click the "Submit DTE Files" button to upload your files. Only click the button once. Wait until you see the "Thank You" page.
Use of DTE Designation
As a Distinguished Technology Educator (DTE), the technology
educator may use the DTE designation following his or her name
on letterhead, business cards, and other forms of address.
Revocation of DTE
Designation recognition may be revoked for failure to abide
by ITEA's "This We Believe" Code providing the technology
educator is notified of the views of the complainant and offered
a hearing by the DTE Board. This notice shall be given in writing
at least 30 days in advance of the hearing.
Administration
Responsibility for administering the DTE program rests with
the DTE Board, appointed by the president of the ITEA Board
of Directors. Members of the DTE Board serve a five-year term,
with one member's term expiring each year.
The president of ITEA or a designee serves as secretary and
is responsible for the implementation of the policies established
by the DTE Board.
The DTE Board has no authority in determining who shall engage
in technology education. Non-recognition does not indicate the
person is unqualified to practice technology teaching, only
that such a person has not fulfilled the DTE requirements or
applied for the recognition.
The term technology is used throughout this document; however,
an area of study identified by a different title that encompasses
the study of industry and technology in education may be substituted.
All documents and data submitted for the DTE recognition by
an applicant are kept confidential prior to final notification
of the award.
For more information on the Distinguished Technology Educator
program contact the International Technology Education Association,
1914 Association Drive, Suite 201, Reston, VA 20191-1539; (703)
860-2100; fax (703) 860-0353; itea@iteaconnect.org.
Important Notice: Do not use any information or forms that were developed and or revised prior to May, 2008.
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