STANDARD 8.1 (Computer and information literacy ) All students will use computer applications to gather and organize information and to solve problems.
Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 12, students will:
A. Basic Computer Skills and Tools
B. Application of Productivity Tools
Social Aspects
Information Access and Research
5. Select and use specialized databases for advanced research to solve real world problems.
7. Evaluate information sources for accuracy, relevance, and appropriateness.
8. Compose, send, and organize e-mail messages with and without attachments.
Problem Solving and Decision Making
9. Create and manipulate information, independently and/or collaboratively, to solve problems and design and develop products.
10. Identify, diagnose, and suggest solutions for non-functioning technology systems.
11. Identify a problem in a content area and formulate a strategy to solve the problem using brainstorming, flowcharting, and appropriate resources.
STANDARD 8.2 (Technology Education) All students will develop an understanding of the nature and impact of technology, engineering, technological design, and the designed world as they relate to the individual, society, and the environment.
Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 12, students will:
A. Nature and Impact of Technology
B. Design Process and Impact Assessment
C. Systems in the Designed World