eMINTS Competencies for Digital Age Teaching & Learning

The eMINTS Competencies for Digital Age Teaching and Learning specify observable or self-reportable behaviors that are indicative of technology-rich classrooms that foster independent learners who are creative thinkers and problem-solvers. The competencies are derived from years of research on eMINTS professional development and coaching. You can read more about our research at emints.org/impact. ​​
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Why are these competencies important?

The competencies guide teachers through the integration of technology and inquiry-based teaching strategies to transform their classrooms into highly engaging, student-centered learning communities.

How are the competencies used?

The competencies are intended to foster teacher growth. They are not a checklist of required behaviors or an evaluation tool. In the eMINTS PD programs, instructional coaches use them to guide goal-setting, frame coaching conversations, and focus observations.
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How are the competencies organized?

The competencies are organized by the four quadrants of the eMINTS Instructional Model. Each competency describes example behaviors an observer might see from teachers and from learners that exemplify digital age learning. In addition to the Powered by Technology competencies, other quadrants also include exemplars which incorporate the use of technology. 

Those exemplars are indicated by this green icon.