Technology Operations and Concepts

  • 1.

    Appraise technology systems to determine software and hardware compatibility.

  • 2.

    Publish digital products that communicate curriculum concepts.

  • 3.

    Explain how network systems are connected and used.

  • 4.

    Determine basic troubleshooting strategies to correct common hardware and software problems.

    1. Describing the importance of antivirus and security software

  • 5.

    Use basic features of word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software.

  • 6.

    Select specific digital tools for completing curriculum-related tasks.

  • 7.

    Demonstrate correct keyboarding techniques.

Digital Citizenship

  • 8.

    Identify safe uses of social networking and electronic communication.

    1. Recognizing dangers of online predators

    2. Protecting personal information online

  • 9.

    Practice responsible and legal use of technology systems and digital content.

    1. Identifying examples of computer crime and related penalties

    2. Citing sources of digital content

  • 10.

    Describe advances in technology and effects of each on the workplace and society.

Research and Information Fluency

  • 11.

    Use digital tools and strategies to locate, collect, organize, evaluate, and synthesize information.

Communication and Collaboration

  • 12.

    Use digital tools to communicate and collaborate at all levels from interpersonal to global.

    1. Demonstrating digital file transfer

Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision Making

  • 13.

    Use digital tools to formulate solutions to authentic problems.

Creativity and Innovation

  • 14.

    Use digital tools to generate new ideas, products, or processes.

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 6, Grade 7, and Grade 8
When were these standards adopted?
2009
Where can I read the official document?
Alabama Course of Study: Technology Education