The International Technology and Engineering Educators Association (ITEEA, formerly ITEA) is an organization devoted to improving
technology education Technology education is the study of technology, in which students "learn about the processes and knowledge related to technology". As a field of study, it covers the human's ability to shape and change the physical world to meet needs, by manipulat ...
and
engineering
Engineering is the use of scientific method, scientific principles to design and build machines, structures, and other items, including bridges, tunnels, roads, vehicles, and buildings. The discipline of engineering encompasses a broad rang ...
through the use of technology, innovation, design, and engineering experiences at the
K-12
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school levels. It represents over 35,000 technology educators throughout the world. It has members in over 45 countries, most of whom are in
North America. The organization seeks to advance technological capabilities for all people and to promote professionalism of those engaged in these pursuits.
ITEEA publishes ''Technology and Engineering Teacher'' (K-12) and ''Children's Technology and Engineering'' (K-6), The Journal of Technology Education (a professional journal), ''STEM Connections'', and a variety of other publications that lead the profession by providing teaching directions, instructional ideas, and networking opportunities.
ITEEA also holds an annual conference for educators, administrators, and other leaders in the field of
technology and engineering education. The 2015 ITEEA conference was held in
Milwaukee, WI.
The name change from ITEA (International Technology Education Association) to ITEEA in 2010 enabled ITEEA to better handle content related to
engineering education
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in addition to
technology education Technology education is the study of technology, in which students "learn about the processes and knowledge related to technology". As a field of study, it covers the human's ability to shape and change the physical world to meet needs, by manipulat ...
.
References
External links
Official website
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Education-related professional associations