Key Idea Technology tools can make communications easier, faster, and allow educators to connect with a large number of parents.

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Technology communication tools available to educators

• School, district, and state Web sites
• Automated telephone services
• E-mail and Listservs
• Online surveys
• Homework hotlines
• Online course management systems

Strategies for SEAs:

• Provide professional development resources on technology tools.
• Include information for parents on SEA Web site.
• Provide templates and access to online resources for schools and districts.

Resources

All Your Parents - Part 2: Communicate from the National Center for Family Literacy

Illinois Century Network Study
www.illinois.net/pdf/ISU-STH-Study.pdf

NEIRTEC Parent Involvement Resources
www.neirtec.org/products/techbriefs/10.htm

SEDL National Center for Family and Community Connections with Schools
www.sedl.org/connections/resources.html

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