Standards+Addressed


 * Academic Standards addressed through these lessons are:**


 * Standards for 21st Century Learning Addressed: **

// 1.1 Skills // 1.1.1 Follow an inquiry-based process in seeking knowledge in curricular subjects, and make the real-world connection for using this process in own life. 1.1.2 Use prior and background knowledge as context for new learning. 1.1.8 Demonstrate mastery of technology tools for accessing information and pursuing inquiry. // 2.1 Skills // 2.1.1 Continue an inquiry-based research process by applying critical thinking skills to information and knowledge in order to construct new understandings, draw conclusions, and create new knowledge. 2.1.2 Organize knowledge so that it is useful. 2.1.4 Use technology and other information tools to analyze and organize information. // 3.1 Skills // 3.1.1 Conclude an inquiry-based research process by sharing new understandings and reflecting on the learning. 3.1.3 Use writing and speaking skills to communicate new understandings effectively. 3.1.4 Use technology and other information tools to organize and display knowledge and understanding in ways that others can view, use, and assess. // 3.2 Dispositions in Action // 3.2.2 Show social responsibility by participating actively with others in learning situations and by contributing questions and ideas during group discussions.
 * Inquire, think critically and gain knowledge. **
 * Draw conclusions, make informed decisions, apply knowledge to new situations, and create new knowledge. **
 * Share knowledge and participate ethically and productively as members of our democratic **** society. **


 * Computer Technology Standards: **
 * 1) Creativity and Innovation – Students demonstrate creative thinking, construct knowledge, and develop innovative products and processes using technology.
 * 2) Apply existing knowledge to generate new ideas, products, or processes.
 * 3) Create original works as a means of personal or group expression.
 * 4) Use models and simulations to explore complex systems and issues.
 * 5) Communication and Collaboration
 * 6) Contribute to project teams to produce original works or solve problems.
 * 7) Research and Information Fluency – Students apply digital tools to gather, evaluate and use information.
 * 8) Plan strategies to guide inquiry
 * 9) Locate, organize, analyze, synthesize, and ethically use information from a variety of sources and media
 * 10) Evaluate and select information sources and digital tools based on the appropriateness to specific tasks.
 * 11) Process data and report results.
 * 12) Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision Making – Students use critical thinking skills to plan and conduct research, manage projects, solve problems, and make informed decisions using appropriate digital tools and resources.
 * 13) Identify and define authentic problems and significant questions for investigation
 * 14) Plan and manage activities to develop a solution or complete a project.
 * 15) Collect and analyze data to identify solutions and/or make informed decisions
 * 16) Use multiple processes and diverse perspectives to explore alternative solutions
 * 17) Digital Citizenship – Students understand human, cultural, and societal issues related to technology and practice legal and ethical behavior.
 * 18) Advocate and practice safe, legal, and responsible use of information and technology
 * 19) Exhibit a positive attitude toward using technology that supports collaboration, learning and productivity
 * 20) Demonstrate personal responsibility for lifelong learning
 * 21) Exhibit leadership for digital citizenship
 * 22) Technology Operations and Concepts – Students demonstrate a sound understanding of technology concepts, systems, and operations.
 * 23) Understand and use technology systems
 * 24) Select and use applications effectively and productively
 * 25) Troubleshoot systems and applications
 * 26) Transfer current knowledge to learning of new technologies