Glen Ridge Public Schools

Technology Standards

Technology Standards for All Students

The technology standards adopted from the National Technology Standards for students are divided into six broad categories. Standards within each category are to be introduced, reinforced, and mastered by students. These categories provide a framework for linking performance indicators within the Profiles for Technology Literate Students to the standards. Teachers can use these standards and profiles as guidelines for planning technology-based activities in which students achieve success in learning, communication, and life skills.

Technology Foundation Standards for Students

1 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 Social, ethical, and human issues

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 Technology productivity tools

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 Technology communications tools

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 Technology research tools

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 Technology problem-solving and decision-making tools

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.

From Glen Ridge Technology Plan 2007 – 2010:

Three –Year Implementation Strategies/Activity Tables

July 2007 – June 2010

Goal 1: Students will attain the educational technology and information literacy skills that will assist them in achieving the Core Curriculum Content Standards and to succeed in the workplace of the 21^st Century.

Objective 1.1: Students will develop fluency across a wide variety of common applications of technology including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and databases.

Activity	Person(s) Responsible	Documentation, Evaluation	07/08	08/09	09/10
Students in PK-2 will compose simple documents and learn basic computer operations and terms	Classroom teacher	Student Work Actual utilization Teacher Lesson Plans	X	X	X
Students in Grade 3-6 will compose, edit, save, and print original works; format and spell check documents; add graphics as appropriate	Classroom teacher Library Media Specialist	Student Work Actual utilization Teacher Lesson Plans Project Based Assessment	X	X	X
Students in Grade 7 – 12 will be proficient in the use of a word processing program to produce comprehensive documents	Classroom teacher Library Media Specialist Computer Cycle Teacher	Student Work Project Based Assessment Actual utilization Teacher Lesson Plans	X	X	X
Students in Grades 3 – 6 will complete minimally one Microsoft Word project.	Classroom teacher	Student Work Teacher Lesson Plans Project Based Assessment	X	X	X
Students in Grade 3 will complete a minimal of one Power Point presentation containing at least 4 slides	Classroom Teacher Library Media Specialist	Student Work Teacher Lessons Plans Project Based Assessment	X	X	X
Students in Grade 4 will complete a minimal one Power Point presentation containing at least 5 slides	Classroom Teacher Library Media Specialist	Student Work Teacher Lesson Plans Project Based Assessment	X	X	X
Students in Grade 5 will complete a minimal one Power Point presentation containing at least 6 slides	Classroom Teacher Library Media Specialist	Student Work Teacher Lesson Plans Project Based Assessment	X	X	X
Students in Grade 6 will complete a minimal one Power Point presentation containing at least 7 slides	Classroom Teacher Library Media Specialist	Student Work Teacher Lesson Plans Project Based Assessment	X	X	X
Students in Grade 6 will construct simple spreadsheet applications with real world data and construct charts and graphs	Classroom Math teacher	Student Work Teacher Lesson Plans Project Based Assessment	X	X	X
Students in Grade 7-12 will construct spreadsheets using common formulas; create charts and graphs; interpret data	Classroom teacher Computer Cycle Teacher	Student Work Teacher Lesson Plans Project Based Assessment	X	X	X
Students in PK-2 will use simple word processing and graphics to create and illustrate stories with teacher assistance	Classroom teacher	Student Work	X	X	X
Students in Grade 7 will complete a computer cycle on Word applications and Excel applications with final projects for each software product	Computer Cycle Teacher	Student Work Student Final Projects	X	X	X
Students in Grade 7 will complete a simple project using Microsoft Access and learn the basics of a computer database	Computer Cycle Teacher	Student Work Student Final Projects	X	X	X
Students in Grade 8 will complete a computer cycle on Power Point, Photoshop, Webdesign with final projects for each software product	Computer Cycle Teacher	Student Work Student Final Projects	X	X	X
Students in Grade 8 will complete an introduction to CAD with a final project in Computer Aided Design	CAD Cycle Teacher	Student Work Student Final Projects	X	X	X
Special needs students in Prek-12 will be offered assistive technology as indicated by their IEP to help them achieve technological literacy.	CST Members Classroom teachers	IEP documentation	X	X	X

These activities will allow Glen Ridge students to successfully attain the cumulative progress indicators of Technological Literacy Standard 8.1 – All students will use computer applications to gather and organize information and to solve problems.

Basic Computer Skills and Tools

By the end of Grade 4, students will:

A. Basic Computer Skills and Tools

Use basic technology vocabulary.

Use basic features of an operating system (e.g., accessing programs, identifying and selecting a printer, finding help).
Input and access text and data, using appropriate keyboarding techniques or other input devices.
Produce a simple finished document using word processing software.
Produce and interpret a simple graph or chart by entering and editing data on a prepared spreadsheet template.
Create and present a multimedia presentation using appropriate software.
Create and maintain files and folders.
Use a graphic organizer.
Use basic computer icons

Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 8, students will:

Use appropriate technology vocabulary.
Use common features of an operating system (e.g., creating and organizing files and folders).
Demonstrate effective input of text and data, using touch keyboarding with proper technique.
Input and access data and text efficiently and accurately through proficient use of other input devices, such as the mouse.
Create documents with advanced text-formatting and graphics using word processing.
Create a file containing customized information by merging documents.
Construct a simple spreadsheet, enter data, and interpret the information.
Design and produce a basic multimedia project.
Plan and create a simple database, define fields, input data, and produce a report using sort and query.
Use network resources for storing and retrieving data.
Choose appropriate electronic graphic organizers to create, construct, or design a document.
Create, organize and manipulate shortcuts.

Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 12, students will:

Create a multi-page document with citations using word processing software in conjunction with other tools that demonstrates the ability to format, edit, and print.
Create documents including a resume and a business letter using professional format.
Construct a spreadsheet, enter data, use mathematical or logical functions to manipulate and process data, generate charts and graphs, and interpret the results.
Given a database, define fields, input data from multiple records, produce a report using sort and query, and interpret the data.
Produce a multimedia project using text, graphics, moving images, and sound.
Produce and edit page layouts in different formats using desktop publishing and graphics software.
Develop a document or file for inclusion into a website or web page.
Discuss and/or demonstrate the capability of emerging technologies and software in the creation of documents or files.
Merge information from one document to another.

NCLB Requirement for Technology Literacy

The above activities show how the Glen Ridge district will meet the NCLB requirement that all students be technologically literate by the end of grade eight.

The completed student projects will serve as a Project Based Assessment of technology literacy of our students.

Objective 1.2 Students will develop fluency in internet research and on-line resources; aligned with the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards.

Activity	Person(s) Responsible	Documentation, Evaluation	07/08	08/09	09/10
Every student in grades 3-6 will do a minimal of one internet research project	Classroom Teachers Library media Specialist	Lesson Plans Student Projects	X	X	X
Every student in grades 3 and 4 will do a minimal of one Web Quest	Classroom Teachers	Lesson Plans Student completed web-quests	X	X	X
Every student in grade 7 research cycle will learn how to find and use online sources; they will use search strategies and evaluate web sites; they will access and use research databases; they will also use Word to prepare a brief research paper in MLA format.	Library Media Specialist	Lesson Plans Student research papers	X	X	X
Every student in grade 8 research cycle will find and use online sources to support a chosen thesis; they will use Word to prepare an outline and a research paper in MLA formal; they will properly document and cite online sources to avoid plagiarism.	Library Media Specialist	Lesson Plans Student research papers	X	X	X
Students in grade 9-12 will complete research papers utilizing MLA format	English Teachers	Lesson Plans Student research papers	X	X	X

Application of Productivity Tools

By the end of Grade 4 students will:

Discuss the common uses of computer applications and identify their advantages and disadvantages.
Recognize and practice responsible social and ethical behaviors when using technology, and understand the consequences of inappropriate use including:
Internet access
Copyrighted materials
On-line library resources
Personal security and safety issues
Practice appropriate Internet etiquette.
Recognize the ethical and legal implications of plagiarism of copyrighted materials.
Information Access and Research
Recognize the need for accessing and using information.
Identify and use web browsers, search engines, and directories to obtain information to solve real world problems.
Locate specific information by searching a database.
Recognize accuracy and/or bias of information.
Problem Solving and Decision Making
Solve problems individually and/or collaboratively using computer applications.
Identify basic hardware problems and solve simple problems.

By the end of grade 8 students will:

Demonstrate an understanding of how changes in technology impact the workplace and society.
Exhibit legal and ethical behaviors when using information and technology, and discuss consequences of misuse.
Explain the purpose of an Acceptable Use Policy and the consequences of inappropriate use of technology.
Describe and practice safe Internet usage.
Describe and practice "etiquette" when using the Internet and electronic mail.
Information Access and Research
Choose appropriate tools and information resources to support research and solve real world problems, including but not limited to:
On-line resources and databases
Search engines and subject directories
Evaluate the accuracy, relevance, and appropriateness of print and non-print electronic information sources.
Problem Solving and Decision Making
Use computer applications to modify information independently and/or collaboratively to solve problems.
Identify basic hardware problems and demonstrate the ability to solve common problems.
Determine when technology tools are appropriate to solve a problem and make a decision.

By the end of Grade 12 students will:

Describe the potential and implications of contemporary and emerging computer applications for personal, social, lifelong learning, and workplace needs.
Exhibit legal and ethical behaviors when using information and technology, and discuss consequences of misuse.
Make informed choices among technology systems, resources, and services in a variety of contexts.
Use appropriate language when communicating with diverse audiences using computer and information literacy.
Information Access and Research
Select and use specialized databases for advanced research to solve real world problems.
Identify new technologies and other organizational tools to use in personal, home, and/or work environments for information retrieval, entry, and presentation.
Evaluate information sources for accuracy, relevance, and appropriateness.
Compose, send, and organize e-mail messages with and without attachments.
Problem Solving and Decision Making
Create and manipulate information, independently and/or collaboratively, to solve problems and design and develop products.
Identify, diagnose, and suggest solutions for non-functioning technology systems.
Identify a problem in a content area and formulate a strategy to solve the problem using brainstorming, flowcharting, and appropriate resources.
Integrate new information into an existing knowledge base and communicate the results in a project or presentation.

NCLB Requirement for Technology Literacy

The above activities show how the Glen Ridge district will meet the NCLB requirement that all students be technologically literate by the end of grade eight.

The completed student projects will serve as a Project Based Assessment of technology literacy of our students.

Objective 1.3 Educational technology will be infused into the curriculum and instructional activities; aligned with the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards.

Activity	Person(s) Responsible	Documentation, Evaluation	07/08	08/09	09/10
Re-assess technology needs in curriculum areas in the curriculum review cycle; align with New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards	Building Principals Curriculum Committee members	Adopted curriculums and committee recommendations	X	X	X
Identify priorities for technology purchases in curriculum review recommendations; employ on-line resource curriculum materials	Curriculum Committee members	Adopted curriculums and committee recommendations	X	X	X
Identify relevant, appropriate technology resources needed for a state-of-the-art program through the curriculum review process; emphasize world applications, problem solving and hands-on learning. Consider all technology, not just computers	Director of Technology Curriculum Committee members	Adopted curriculums and committee recommendations	X	X	X
All students at Glen Ridge High School will successfully