Instructional Technology (K5)

Students demonstrate creative thinking, construct knowledge, and develop innovative products and processes using technology.

Creativity and Innovation

“Make it” - chooses digital tools to make new products and processes  

• Students demonstrate creative thinking, construct knowledge, and develop innovative products and processes using technology.

Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision Making

“Solve it” - finds solutions using digital tools and resources

• Students use critical thinking skills to plan and conduct research, manage projects, solve problems, and make informed decisions using appropriate digital tools and resources.

Communication and Collaboration

“Share it” - shares and works together in digital environments

• Students use digital media and environments to communicate and work collaboratively, including at a distance, to support individual learning and contribute to the learning of others.

Digital Citizenship

“Protect it” - practices protective, legal, and ethical behaviors

• Students understand human, cultural, and societal issues related to technology and practice legal and ethical behavior.

Research and Information Fluency

“Find it” - selects and uses relevant digital resources

• Students apply digital tools to gather, evaluate, and use information.

Technology Operations and Concepts

“Use it” - uses basic technology skills to learn

• Students demonstrate a sound understanding of technology concepts, systems, and operations