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Center to Advance the Teaching of
Technology & Science (CATTS)
The Center to Advance the Teaching of Technology
& Science (CATTS) was established in 1998 to strengthen
professional development and advance technological literacy.
CATTS initiatives are directed toward four goals: development
of standards-based curricula; teacher enhancement; research
concerning teaching and learning; and curriculum implementation
and diffusion.
CATTS is the professional development arm of the International
Technology Education Association (ITEA). ITEA is the largest
professional educational association, principal voice, and information
clearinghouse devoted to enhancing technology education through
experiences in our schools (K-12). Its membership encompasses
individuals and institutions throughout the world with primary
membership in North America.
CATTS promotes the use of the Standards for Technology Education
created from ITEA's Technology For All Americans Project, a
nationally supported initiative designed as a basis for curriculum
and resources pertaining to the study of technology.
CATTS provides teacher enhancement opportunities through selected
programs, workshops, and conferences ranging from the elementary
to university level.
CATTS conducts research on teaching and learning through directed
programs designed for quality teaching practices and assessment,
development of resource materials, and support of teaching environments.
CATTS develops and disseminates educational materials through
consortium work involving participants from states/provinces
through local educational agencies or groups. Consortium participants
receive quality products and services specific to their local
and professional development needs.
CATTS promotes partnerships with agencies, organizations, and
other associations to advance technological studies in order
to achieve common goals for developing technological literacy
and improving student achievement.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
ITEA's Center to Advance the Teaching of Technology
& Science
1914 Association Drive, Suite 201
Reston, VA 20191-1539
(703) 860-2100 fax: (703) 860-0353
bburke@iteaconnect.org
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