1. Students will
understand basic operations and concepts.
* Students
demonstrate a sound understanding of the nature and
operation of technology systems.
* Students are proficient
in the use of technology.
2. Students will use technology
responsibly and ethically.
* Students
understand the ethical, cultural, and societal issues
related to technology.
* Students practice
responsible use of technology systems, information,
and software.
* Students develop
positive attitudes toward technology uses that support
lifelong learning, collaboration, personal pursuits,
and productivity.
3. Students will use technology as
a tool for productivity.
* Students use
technology tools to enhance learning, increase
productivity, and promote creativity.
* Students use
productivity tools to collaborate in constructing
technology-enhanced models, prepare publications, and
produce other creative works.
4. Students will use technology as
a communication tool.
* Students use
telecommunications to collaborate, publish, and
interact with peers, experts, and other
audiences.
* Students use a variety
of media and formats to communicate information and
ideas effectively to multiple
audiences.
5. Students will use technology as
a research tool.
* Students use
technology to locate, evaluate, and collect
information from a variety of sources.
* Students use technology
tools to process data and report
results.
* Students evaluate and
select new information resources and technological
innovations based on the appropriateness for specific
tasks.
6. Students will use technology as
a problem-solving and decision-making
tool.
* Students use
technology resources for solving problems and making
informed decisions.
* Students employ
technology in the development of strategies for
solving problems in the real world.
"Educating
each student to be a lifelong learner and a caring,
responsible citizen."