Technology Core Knowledge

 

Technology:

PreK-2

6-8

3-5

9-12 

Standards 

National Technology Standard

Core Knowledgeâ

McREL Standard

PreK-2

Standard 1-Use input devices to successfully operate computers, VCRs, audiotapes, and other technologies.

 

Standard 1-Knows the characteristics and uses of computer hardware and operating systems

Standard 2-Use a variety of media and technology resources for directed and independent learning activities.

 

Standard 2-Knows the characteristics and uses of computer software programs

Standard 3-Communicate about technology using developmentally appropriate and accurate terminology.

 

Standard 2-Knows the characteristics and uses of computer software programs

Standard 4-Use developmentally appropriate multimedia resources to support learning.

 

Standard 2-Knows the characteristics and uses of computer software programs

Standard 5-Work cooperatively and collaboratively with peers, family members, and others when using technology in the classroom.

 

 

Standard 6-Demonstrate positive social and ethical behaviors when using technology.

 

Standard 3-Understands the relationships among science, technology, society, and the individual

Standard 7-Practice responsible use of technology systems and software.

 

Standard 3-Understands the relationships among science, technology, society, and the individual

Standard 8-Create developmentally appropriate multimedia products with support from teachers, family members and student partners.

 

 

Standard 9-Use technology resources for problem-solving, communication, and illustration of thoughts, ideas, and stories.

 

Standard 4-Understands the nature of technological design

Standard 10-Gather information and communicate with others using telecommunications, with support from teachers, family members, or student partners.

 

 

National Technology Standard

Core Knowledgeâ

McREL Standard

3-5 

Standard 1-Use keyboards and other common input and output devices efficiently and effectively.

 

Standard 1-Knows the characteristics and uses of computer hardware and operating systems

Standard 2-Discuss common uses of technology in daily life and the advantages and disadvantages those uses provide.

 

Standard 3-Understands the relationships among science, technology, society, and the individual 

Standard 6-Understands the nature and uses of different forms of technology

Standard 3-Describe basic issues related to responsible use of technology and information and describe personal consequences of inappropriate use.

 

Standard 3-Understands the relationships among science, technology, society, and the individual 

Standard 4-Use general purpose productivity tools and peripherals to support personal productivity, remediate skills deficits and facilitate learning throughout the curriculum.

 

Standard 2-Knows the characteristics and uses of computer software programs 

Standard 5-Use technology tools for individual and collaborative writing, communication ,and publishing activities to create knowledge products for audiences inside and outside the classroom.

 

Standard 2-Knows the characteristics and uses of computer software programs 

Standard 6-Use telecommunication efficiently and effectively to access remote information, communicate with other in support of direct and independent learning, and pursue personal interests.

 

 

Standard 7-Use telecommunications and online resources to participate in collaborative problem-solving activities for the purpose of of developing solutions or products for audiences inside and outside the classroom

 

Standard 4-Understands the nature of technological design 

Standard 8-Use technology resources for problem-solving, self-directed learning, and extended learning activities.

 

Standard 4-Understands the nature of technological design 

Standard 9-Determine when technology is useful and select the appropriate tools and technology resources to address a variety of tasks and problems.

 

Standard 6-Understands the nature and uses of different forms of technology  

Standard 10-Evaluate the accuracy, relevance, appropriateness, comprehensiveness, and bias of electronic information.

 

Standard 6-Understands the nature and uses of different forms of technology   

National Technology Standard

Core Knowledgeâ

McREL Standard

6-8

Standard 1-Apply strategies for identifying and solving routine hardware and software problems that occur during every day use.

 

Standard 1- Knows the characteristics and uses of computer hardware and operating systems

Standard 2- Knows the characteristics and uses of computer software programs

Standard 2-Demonstrate knowledge of current changes in information technology, and discuss consequences of misuse.

 

Standard 3- Understands the relationships among science, technology, society, and the individual

Standard 3-Exhibit legal and ethical behaviors when using information and technology, and discuss consequences of misuse.

 

Standard 3- Understands the relationships among science, technology, society, and the individual

Standard 4-Use content-specific tools, software, and simulations to support learning and research.

 

Standard 2- Knows the characteristics and uses of computer software programs

Standard 5-Apply productivity/multimedia tools and peripherals to support personal productivity group collaboration, and learning throughout the curriculum.

 

 

Standard 6-Design, develop, publish, and present products using technology resources that demonstrate and communicate curriculum concepts to audiences inside and outside the classroom.

 

 

Standard 7-Collaborate with peers, experts, and others using telecommunications and collaborative tools to investigate curriculum-related problems, issues, and information, and to develop solutions or products for audiences inside and outside the classroom.

 

 

Standard 8-Select and use appropriate tools and technology resources to accomplish a variety of tasks and solve problems.

 

Standard 4-Understands the nature of technological design  

Standard 9-Demonstrate an understanding of concepts underlying hardware, software, and connectivity, and of practical applications to learning and problem solving.

 

Standard 4-Understands the nature of technological design  

Standard 10-Research and evaluate the accuracy, relevance, appropriateness, comprehensiveness, and bias of electronic electronic information sources concerning real-world problems.

 

Standard 6-Understands the nature and uses of different forms of technology

National Technology Standard

Core Knowledgeâ

McREL Standard

9-12

Standard 1-Identify capabilities and limitations of contemporary and emerging technology resources and assess the potential of these systems and services to address personal, lifelong learning, and workplace needs.

 

Standard 1-Knows the characteristics and uses of computer hardware and operating systems

Standard 2-Make informed choices among technology systems, resources, and services

 

 

Standard 3-Analyze advantages and disadvantages of widespread use and reliance on technology in the workplace and in society as a whole.

 

Standard 3-Understands the relationships among science, technology, society, and the individual

Standard 4-Demonstrate and advocate for legal and ethical behaviors among peers, family and community regarding the use of technology and information.

 

Standard 3-Understands the relationships among science, technology, society, and the individual

Standard 5-Use technology tools and resources for managing and communicating personal/professional information.

 

Standard 2-Knows the characteristics and uses of computer software programs

Standard 6-Evaluate technology-based options, including, distance and distributed education, for lifelong learning.

 

 

Standard 7-Routinely and efficiently use online information resources to meet needs for collaboration, research, publication, communication, and productivity.

 

 

Standard 8-Select and apply technology tools for research, information analysis, problem solving, and decision making in content learning.

 

Standard 4-Understands the nature of technological design

Standard 9-Investigate and apply expert systems, intelligent agents, and simulations in real-world situations.

 

Standard 4-Understands the nature of technological design

Standard 5-Understands the nature and operation of systems

Standard 10-Collaborate with peers, experts, and others to contribute to a content-related knowledge base by using technology to compile, synthesize, produce, and disseminate information, models, other creative works.