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K–12 Standards

Middle School CTE: Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Essentials 2 (2024)

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Demonstrate knowledge of safety and privacy practices for online communication. The student will be able to:9.0

  • 1

    Define “privacy” and relate it to the term “digital footprint.”9.1

  • 2

    Describe the risks of communicating on social networking sites (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) and identify ways to communicate safely. 9.2

  • 3

    Distinguish between copyright infringement, plagiarism and fair use in an educational setting and in relation to school projects, especially with music and pictures. 9.3

  • 4

    Describe online communication practices that contribute to cyberbullying. 9.4

  • 5

    Practice safe online communication techniques with Internet searches, email, chat rooms, and other social network websites. 9.5

  • 6

    Follow an Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) when accessing the Internet.9.6

Develop and apply fundamental spreadsheet skills. The student will be able to: 10.0

  • 1

    Define “spreadsheet” and describe ways it may be used. 10.1

  • 2

    Identify the parts of the spreadsheet display, including cells, columns and rows, cell references, cell range.10.2

  • 3

    Create and navigate through multiple spreadsheets in a file. 10.3

  • 4

    Insert and format various types of data (text, numeric, date/time) in a spreadsheet cells.10.4

  • 5

    Select multiple cells, including adjacent and non-adjacent ranges, using mouse and keyboard techniques. 10.5

  • 6

    Cut, copy, and paste information from one or more cells to another part of the spreadsheet. 10.6

  • 7

    Use the undo and redo tools in a spreadsheet. 10.7

  • 8

    Apply and modify cell formatting for currency, date and percentage values. 10.8

  • 9

    Resize column width and row height in a spreadsheet.10.9

  • 10

    Insert and delete columns and rows in a spreadsheet.10.10

  • 11

    Merge and unmerge cells in a spreadsheet.10.11

  • 12

    Apply shading and borders to a spreadsheet. 10.12

  • 13

    Describe the purpose of a table and how it relates to a spreadsheet.10.13

  • 14

    Create and print a table and/or range that displays and sums the values of different data types. 10.14

  • 15

    Identify various types of charts (e.g., line, bar, pie, scatter) and common chart components (e.g., vertical axis, horizontal axis, legend), and explain when to use each chart type. 10.15

  • 16

    Create a chart from existing data and format the pieces (data set), change the background color, and add appropriate titles and a legend. 10.16

  • 17

    Use the auto sum function to calculate the values of multiple cells.10.17

  • 18

    Insert common functions (SUM, AVERAGE, COUNT, MAX, MIN) and simple mathematical formulas which include addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division into a spreadsheet. 10.18

  • 19

    Distinguish between absolute and relative cell references in a spreadsheet.10.19

  • 20

    Use the sort function to organize information numerically or alphabetically, including multiple levels of sorting. 10.20

  • 21

    Use the filter function to display spreadsheet data based on specific criteria.10.21

  • 22

    Use conditional formatting to highlight text in a spreadsheet. 10.22

Develop and apply database skills. The student will be able to: 11.0

  • 1

    Define database and describe real-world uses (e.g. search engines, schools, drivers licenses & car registrations, hospitals, retail, law enforcement).11.

  • 2

    Distinguish between databases and spreadsheets.11.2

  • 3

    Identify advantages of using a database instead of alternatives (e.g., spreadsheets, electronic documents, paper). 11.3

  • 4

    Define “Big Data” and describe how it is used in advertising. 11.4

  • 5

    Identify the components of a database. 11.5

  • 6

    Distinguish between fields and records in a database.11.6

  • 7

    Describe the basic data types and formats used in a database.11.7

  • 8

    Distinguish between a table and a query.11.8

  • 9

    Identify database keys, including primary and foreign. 11.9

  • 10

    Identify the relationships between tables in databases (i.e., one-to-one, one-to-many, many-to-many).11.10

  • 11

    Distinguish between a query and a report.11.11

  • 12

    Identify various report types. 11.12

  • 13

    Describe Structured Query Language (SQL) and discuss its use with databases. 11.13

  • 14

    Identify and compare various database applications, including Microsoft Access, MySQL, Oracle.11.14

  • 15

    Create a database table that uses multiple data types. 11.15

  • 16

    Add, Edit, and Delete records from a database table.11.16

  • 17

    Sort records in a database query or table. 11.17

  • 18

    Troubleshoot common database errors, including data type errors, query syntax errors. 11.18

  • 19

    Create a basic select query in one table.11.19

  • 20

    Create an action query to manipulate data. 11.20

  • 21

    Create a query using primary and foreign keys.11.21

  • 22

    Create a simple table join.11.22

  • 23

    Import and export data from a database into a spreadsheet.11.23

  • 24

    Create relevant reports from a database.11.24

Demonstrate skill in using video editing software and equipment. The student will be able to:12.0

  • 1

    Demonstrate ability to operate a video camera (e.g., Flip camera, cell phone). 12.1

  • 2

    Write storyboards to depict a one minute video segment.12.2

  • 3

    Determine appropriate lighting needs.12.3

  • 4

    Create video shots sufficient to produce a one minute video. 12.4

  • 5

    Identify the functions and benefits of the digital video software interface.12.5

  • 6

    Demonstrate ability to edit, cut, erase, and insert video.12.6

  • 7

    Edit video as needed to achieve desired message and length12.7

  • 8

    Describe a first complete run-through of the video production process.12.8

  • 9

    Characterize the qualities of effective communication in a completed video.12.9

  • 10

    Upload finished video files to a website. 12.10

Demonstrate proficiency in using audio editing software (e.g., Audacity). The student will be able to:13.0

  • 1

    Identify the functions and benefits of the audio editing software interface.13.1

  • 2

    Demonstrate ability to edit, cut, erase, and insert audio. 13.2

  • 4

    Prepare a 30 second to 1 minute audio commercial project. 13.4

  • 3

    Edit audio as needed to achieve desired message and length. 13.3

Demonstrate proficiency locating, gathering, and preparing textual, graphical, and image-based web content. The student will be able to:14.0

  • 1

    Define the elements of a webpage and what makes a good webpage.14.1

  • 2

    Describe effective text and image content for webpages based on how visitors use the web. 14.2

  • 3

    List guidelines and conventions for effective text on webpage. 14.3

  • 4

    Explain the inverted pyramid model of newspaper journalism and how it applies to web content.14.4

  • 5

    Use word-processing software to create effective written content for a webpage. 14.5

  • 6

    Create and/or edit message-driven image content for a webpage using graphics software. 14.6

  • 7

    Access graphics through various recourses (e.g., scanner, digital camera, CD-ROM, clipart, copyright-free online graphics). 14.7

  • 8

    Plan the content and design of a basic webpage using strategies for effective Web communication, including brainstorming, determining audience, choosing content and media types, using white space. 14.8

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