Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Grades K-12

A student should be able to operate technology-based tools.

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    A student who meets the content standard should:

    1. 1)

      use a computer to enter and retrieve information;

    2. 2)

      use technological tools for learning, communications, and productivity;

    3. 3)

      use local and worldwide networks;

    4. 4)

      manage and maintain technology tools; and

    5. 5)

      diagnose and solve common technology problems.

A student should be able to use technology to locate, select, and manage information.

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    A student who meets the content standard should:

    1. 1)

      identify and locate information sources using technology;

    2. 2)

      choose sources of information from a variety of media; and

    3. 3)

      select relevant information by applying accepted research methods.

A student should be able to use technology to explore ideas, solve problems, and derive meaning.

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    A student who meets the content standard should:

    1. 1)

      use technology to observe, analyze, interpret, and draw conclusions;

    2. 2)

      solve problems both individually and with others; and

    3. 3)

      create new knowledge by evaluating, combining, or extending information using multiple technologies.

A student should be able to use technology to express ideas and exchange information.

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    A student who meets the content standard should:

    1. 1)

      convey ideas to a variety of audiences using publishing, multi-media, and communications tools;

    2. 2)

      use communications technology to exchange ideas and information; and

    3. 3)

      use technology to explore new and innovative methods for interaction with others.

A student should be able to use technology responsibly and understand its impact on individuals and society.

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    A student who meets the content standard should:

    1. 1)

      evaluate the potentials and limitations of existing technologies;

    2. 2)

      discriminate between responsible and irresponsible uses of technology;

    3. 3)

      respect others' rights of privacy in electronic environments;

    4. 4)

      demonstrate ethical and legal behavior regarding intellectual property, which is the manifestation of an original idea, such as computer software, music, or literature;

    5. 5)

      examine the role of technology in the workplace and explore careers that require the use of technology;

    6. 6)

      evaluate ways that technology impacts culture and the environment;

    7. 7)

      integrate the use of technology into daily living; and

    8. 8)

      recognize the implications of emerging technologies.

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12, and Kindergarten
When were these standards adopted?
2006
Where can I read the official document?
Alaska Content Standards: Technology

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