Ninth Grade Technology Standards

Mastery Standards

T2 Process Information/Ethical and Real World Use
T2.1 Extract information appropriately and record citations
T2.1.2 Download software (beta, demo, freeware, shareware and public domain)
T2.2 Demonstrate understanding that what you do on a network affects other users
T3 Use or Present Information/Ethical and Real World Use
T3.1 Use proper citations
T3.3 Demonstrate knowledge of the impact and use of technology in careers
T3.3.2 Demonstrate understanding of trends in technology developing future careers/jobs
T3.4 Demonstrate knowledge of the impact and use of technology in society and culture
T3.4.1 Demonstrate understanding of how technology has changed culture and society
T4 Access Information/Technological Skills
T4.3 Use proper ergonomic guidelines
T4.4 Locate information using the Internet
T4.4.1 Determine when Internet search may be effective
T4.4.6 Use electronic mail to contact appropriate sources and receive information
T4.7 Locate information from application software (word processor, database, spreadsheet)
T4.7.4 Sort information in a word processor, spreadsheet and/or database
T4.7.6 Query
T4.7.7 Select files, fields and records in a database
T5.5 Use problems solving techniques to troubleshoot technical problems
T5.5.3 Record and communicate information regarding problem
T5.5.4 Analyze situation to determine problem, eval., resources and then apply steps.
T5.7 Enter and edit spreadsheet information
T5.7.1 Use pull-down menu items including but not limited to:
T5.7.1.8 Window (New Windows, Arrange, Hide, Split, Freeze Pane)
T5.7.2 Enter, manipulate and create visual representation of data.
T5.7.2.2 Create graphs and charts
T5.10 Use other electronic devices to process information
T5.10.1 Manipulate data using a graphing calculator
T6 Use or Present Information/Technological Skills
T6.2 Publish information on the Internet
T6.3 Integrate two or more programs
T6.3.1 Determine strengths and weaknesses of applicable software
T6.3.2 Determine best use of software integration
T6.3.3 Determine product outcome/presentation and use software effectively
T6.3.4 Integrate software applications
T6.3.5 Insert tables, charts,...., and other objects from one application into another.

Developmental Standards

T3 Use or Present Information/Ethical and Real World Use
T3.3 Demonstrate knowledge of the impact and use of technology in careers
T3.3.1 Demonstrate understanding of the types of technology used in various careers
T3.4 Demonstrate knowledge of the impact and use of technology in society and culture
T3.4.2 Demonstrate understanding of continuing changes in culture and society
T4 Access Information/Technological Skills
T4.4.3 Use Boolean logic with various search engines/tools
T4.4.3.1 Keywords (broadening and narrowing)
T4.4.3.2 Index (broadening and narrowing)
T4.6 Locate resources for troubleshooting
T4.6.2 Use online help functions (help, tutorials, cue cards, etc.)
T4.6.3 Demonstrate understanding of manuals
T4.6.4 Locate and use web sites for additional assistance to resolve problems
T4.8 Locate information from other sources and devices
T4.8.1 Locate appropriate information media such as dvd, video, laser disc, etc.
T4.8.2 Use graphing calculators
T5 Process Information/Technological Skills
T5.3 Evaluate information from the Internet
T5.3.3 Distinguish between fact and opinion
T5.3.4 Evaluate web site results from a search
T5.6 Enter and edit word processing information
T5.6.2 Create and edit various types of documents (e.g., portfolio piece, technical writing)
T5.8 Enter and edit database information
T5.8.1 Use features including but not limited to:
T5.8.1.1 Tables
T5.8.1.2 Use queries to manipulate data and answer questions
T5.8.1.3 Forms
T5.8.1.4 Report
T6 Use or Present Information/Technological Skills
T6.1 Select appropriate software for a task.
T6.1.1 Define an end product
T6.1.2 Develop a plan for the project
T6.1.3 Select software with appropriate capabilities for the project
T6.4 Use a Word Processor to present information.
T6.4.1 Use wizards to present written communication
T6.4.2 Design various uses for word processing: business plan, report, outline, summaries.
T6.4.3 Properly use tab, formatting, titles and subtitles, spacing and page layout
T6.4.4 Write documents to help with oral presentations (e.g., notes, handouts, multimedia)
T6.4.5 Write portfolio pieces
T6.6 Use digital imaging and audio
T6.6.1 Use digital media for image input and output (camera, scanner, OCR, videodisc)
T6.6.2 Use video conferencing (e.g. CU-SeeMe)

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