Students may use computers and cell phones, but that doesn't mean they understand basic uses, best practices, and safety risks. There is a need for students to develop their digital literacy skills.
Teaching digital literacy skills ensures compliance with the Texas Technology Application-TEKS requirements and helps prepare students for success.
Technology Application TEKS in WISD
District Improvement Plan Initiative, 2024-2025
Instructional Technology Dept
Learning.com is a state-adopted online curriculum that provides 100% coverage of the Technology Application TEKS.
TechApps for Texas content strands:
Computational thinking (coding)
Digital Citizenship
Data literacy, Management, and Representation
Practical Technology Concepts, including keyboarding
Creativity & Innovation
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Learning.com is the district-adopted high-quality instructional resource for Technology Application TEKS.
Implementation plan varies by campus resources. Options for each campus to consider:
Computer lab- run by tech lab manager
Classroom
Campus/teacher sets a dedicated day/time once a week for 30-45 minutes
Teacher adds Learning.com as a station activity.
Digital Citizenship
Beginning lessons from Learning.com begin with digital citizenship to guide students to be better digital citizens- to be a "safe & kind online hero." Lessons will teach students the essential knowledge and skills necessary for navigating the digital realm responsibly and ethically.
Digital Hero Badge
During the 2023-2024 school year, each K-5 campus was encouraged to reach 90% of students completing the initial digital citizenship lessons that meet CIPA-compliance. Congratulations to the 2 elementary campuses that reached the 90% digital citizenship lesson completion threshold!
Handout: CIPA Compliance for E-Rate
Sam Houston Elementary School!
Lab Manager:
Krishna Bugarin
96%
Airport Elementary School!
Lab Manager:
Christina De La Garza
92%
Honorable Mentions
(70%-89% initial digital citizenship course completions)
AN Rico Elementary Lab Manager: Brittany Rios
Gonzalez Elementary, Lab Manager: John D. Martinez
Memorial Elementary, Lab Manager: Eric Trevino
North Bridge, Librarian: Marissa Marroquin
Silva Elementary, Lab Manager: Deborah Rodriguez
Ybarra Elementary, Lab Manager: Jasmine Barrera
August 2024
Webinar: Be a Safe and Kind Online Hero (56:31)
Optional
Co-hosted by our partner, Common Sense Education, this webinar will explore ways we can empower our students to be better digital citizens – to be a “safe & kind online hero.” We’ll delve into the essential skills and knowledge necessary for navigating the digital realm responsibly and ethically. From cultivating critical thinking to fostering empathy and respect online, we will equip our students with the tools they need to thrive in the digital age. Earn your Digital Hero badge!
Digital Citizenship CIPA Compliance
80% of students at your campus complete CIPA Compliance digital citizenship lessons.
Track CIPA Compliance data at your campus. Create a data poster in your classroom space.
Class Time
50% of time students are on Tech Quest
50% of times students are learning Typing
Run reports on typing speed per minute and accuracy. Create data posters that show how students are improving.
Classroom Teachers
Please share with your teachers that Learning.com can be used in their classrooms, too! Students can work on their tech skills or typing skills. Opportunities can be for grade levels you don't service, or when the teacher has 5-10 minutes to fill, as a center activity.
Contact: Julie Kelly, Instructional Technology Coordinator.
Thank you to all for your support of Tech Apps instruction!