As I’ve explored the topic of setting goals for integrating technology into education, I’ve learned how essential it is to align technology use with instructional objectives rather than simply using tech for the sake of it. One of the key takeaways for me has been the importance of setting SMART goals—Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound—when planning how to integrate new tools into the learning environment.

For example, instead of saying, “I want to use more technology in class,” a SMART goal might be: “By the end of the semester, I will implement two new digital tools (such as Kahoot!… >>>