Comment pouvez-vous équilibrer les besoins des parties prenantes lors de la mise en œuvre de la technologie éducative?

One approach I find valuable is acknowledging the successes and shortcomings of past implementations of edTech (or similar projects) within the organization or between the stakeholders. Past experiences can inform realistic expectations from the beginning. I believe it can have a massive impact on the sustainability of edTech. As for planning, I like to use a calendar and checklists to clearly demonstrate to all stakeholders the workload that edTech implementation can entail. A timeline can feature milestones and deadlines important to stakeholders and should recognize the collaborative nature of edTech projects (anticipating involvement from various teams).

Identifying goals and expectations for an edtech initiative is paramount for its successful deployment. It shapes the trajectory and scope of the project, anchoring it to measurable outcomes. Firstly, the learning objectives should be articulated clearly; these become the performance indicators for the edtech tools. Secondly, the mechanism for evaluating the effectiveness of the initiative needs to be planned in advance, whether it's through student performance metrics or other key performance indicators. Furthermore, conducting a risk-benefit analysis can illuminate potential pitfalls or limitations.

Involving stakeholders in the decision-making process is crucial. However, it's essential to establish absolute clarity regarding decision-making responsibilities and timelines. In the project timeline, precision is key, especially concerning the Point of No Return (PONR), beyond which external involvement becomes limited. Without this clarity, waiting for various stakeholders to find the time and motivation to engage at the right moment can lead to project delays and jeopardize team motivation.

Don’t forget that people like to play games. Incorporating gamification and playful learning into your training programs can be a highly effective way to enhance engagement with the edTech you're implementing. Whether in analog or digital form, try to make it a fun learning experience.

It is normal that the first reaction of teachers who are offered to invest in EdTech is mixed: on the one hand an enthusiasm to participate in new developments, and on the other hand the fear of not being up to the difficulties of the task, either because of lack of time or because of the new skills to be acquired, both in terms of content and form. When beginning to implement EdTech, it is preferable to adopt very simple solutions such as the production of slideshows with soundtrack, which a teacher easily achieves by recording with a headset what he or she usually says to the students when projecting each slide. As a result, the amount of support required is very limited.

When it comes to monitoring and evaluating progress and impact, it's crucial to differentiate between vanity metrics and meaningful metrics that can effectively track the impact of edTech. If decision-makers are uncertain about this distinction, educate them. Impact metrics are gamechangers. Also, remember to incorporate personal stories from users into your reports - edTech should serve the people. Collect diverse user experiences and complement them with your dashboard data. This combined narrative will resonate more profoundly with decision-makers.

Here are some additional factors to take into account: 1. Digital wellbeing of your users: Prioritize the digital wellbeing of your users. Ensure that the edTech implementation promotes healthy screen time habits. 2. Carbon footprint: Assess and address the carbon footprint generated by the edTech. Consider ecofriendly alternatives where possible. 3. Workforce implications: Assess whether edTech is augmenting or replacing someone's job or responsibilities. 4. Digital Inclusion: For processes that transition from analog to digital, plan for individuals with limited digital literacy or restricted access to technology. Ensure they are not left behind by providing appropriate support and resources.

When introducing EdTech into a curriculum, I think it's essential to do it gradually, starting with things that are as simple as possible, so that stakeholders quickly see the interest of the approach and adhere to it. In a second phase, it will be possible to enrich the initial system. This iterative approach seems to me to be all the more essential as the number of EdTech solutions today is considerable and it is very difficult for new entrants to know which ones best suit their needs.