In this class, we will be using the Michigan Integrated Technology Competencies for Students (MITECS) also known as the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Standards. For each standard, you will write a 3 to 5 sentence paragraph. Please use this link to create your paragraphs.
To be an empowered learner you need to be able to set a learning goal, reach that goal ,reflect on whether or not you achieved that learning goal. You should be able to choose the tools you need to achieve that learning goal and can tell whether or not you are making progress toward that learning goal. You can collaborate online to learn new things, you can advocate for the best learning environment for yourself.
To be a digital citizen you should responsibly choose what to share on social networks to create your digital reputation and you should be able to explain how you know that digital content is permanent and cannot be deleted. You need to show that you can use the internet responsibly, use netiquette when communicating online. You can show how you follow the laws of social networks and articulate how treating others with respect in person or online is your responsibility and mine.
To be a knowledge constructor you can use a search engine to find information online and can access online catalogs and databases for research. You can use a browser’s history feature to locate previously visited sites, you can use a browser’s search tools and advanced search features to find information. You can identify and use hyperlinks within web pages or documents, you can use a variety of sources when doing research.
To be an innovative designer you can show how to use technology to communicate with others outside of your school to help yourself identify and understand a global topic, also you can ask questions about an authentic topic. You can brainstorm ideas for the questions you have and you can stay with a task until it is completed. You can show how to use the design process to solve authentic problems, you can make a plan to answer a question you have.
To be a computational thinker you can use technology tools to present the solutions to a problem you solved. Another thing you can do is identify the most important information in a problem. You can show how to use technology tools to create models and you should be able to define and describe algorithm. You can show how to build a game or tell a story using a simple visual programming interface, you can also brainstorm solutions to problems.
To be a creative communicator you can identify the best digital tool for collaborating on a group project. You can also choose the best digital tool to share your work with others. You can identify the best digital tool to create an original work. You should be able to use parts of other works to create a new original work.
To be a global collaborator you should be able to use a digital to interact with others and you should be able to use digital tools to develop an understanding of different perspectives. You can connect with collaborative technologies, you can also learn about issues and problems through digital tools. You can gain a broader perspective when reflecting on collaborating with others; you should also be able to contribute to a group project.