Ed-Fi 103 - Introduction to EdTech Vendor Engagement
Course Information
Course Title: Ed-Fi 103 - Introduction to EdTech Vendor Engagement
Course Code: Ed-Fi 103
Tracks: Technical Track
Series: Fundamentals of the Ed-Fi Solution (100 Series)
Course Prerequisites:
Learning Delivery Modes: Self-Guided Course (Online)
Video
Time to Complete: 90 minutes
Registration Options: Online
Link to online course
Course Overview
Description
This course provides essential information on how to engage education technology vendors in Ed-Fi work. It covers building relationships with vendors, communicating initiatives and data requirements clearly, and strategies for engaging vendors as partners.
Who Should Enroll
Project and program management staff who are responsible for vendor agreements and coordination.
Solution designers and architects who determine how data makes its way from vendor systems to the Ed-Fi ODS / API Platform.
Technologists who engage with vendors to discuss solution requirements, visualizations, and other system components.
Course Outcome
By the end of this course, Academy students will:
Understand the critical role an EdTech vendor plays in an Ed-Fi implementation.
Be able to describe the benefits of adopting Ed-Fi and partnering on Ed-Fi API integrations with vendors.
By reviewing real-world case studies, understand the importance of clearly communicating project needs and goals to an EdTech vendor.
Draft a use case that describes needs to an EdTech vendor
Understand essential resources such as Starter Kits and Solution Guides, and understand how Solution Guides assist vendors with Ed-Fi projects.
Understand how State Education Agencies, Local Education Agencies, and Educator Preparation Programs can contribute to strong partnerships with EdTech vendors.
Learning Objectives
The learning objectives for this course are:
Understand the importance of strong relationships with your EdTech vendors.
Learn how to build and manage relationships with your EdTech vendors and communicate your requirements clearly.
Understand the differences between State Education Agencies, Local Education Agencies, and Educator Prep Programs.
Learn about the resources available to support EdTech vendor engagement.
Course Modules
Welcome
Vendor Relationships
Use Case Focus
Vendor Engagement Strategies
Conclusion