Core Knowledge

Technology Core Knowledge

Technology:	PreK-2	6-8
Technology:	3-5	9-12
Standards
National Technology Standard	Core Knowledgeâ	McREL Standard
PreK-2
Standard 1-Use input devices to successfully operate computers, VCRs, audiotapes, and other technologies.		Standard 1-Knows the characteristics and uses of computer hardware and operating systems
Standard 2-Use a variety of media and technology resources for directed and independent learning activities.		Standard 2-Knows the characteristics and uses of computer software programs
Standard 3-Communicate about technology using developmentally appropriate and accurate terminology.		Standard 2-Knows the characteristics and uses of computer software programs
Standard 4-Use developmentally appropriate multimedia resources to support learning.		Standard 2-Knows the characteristics and uses of computer software programs
Standard 5-Work cooperatively and collaboratively with peers, family members, and others when using technology in the classroom.
Standard 6-Demonstrate positive social and ethical behaviors when using technology.		Standard 3-Understands the relationships among science, technology, society, and the individual
Standard 7-Practice responsible use of technology systems and software.		Standard 3-Understands the relationships among science, technology, society, and the individual
Standard 8-Create developmentally appropriate multimedia products with support from teachers, family members and student partners.
Standard 9-Use technology resources for problem-solving, communication, and illustration of thoughts, ideas, and stories.		Standard 4-Understands the nature of technological design
Standard 10-Gather information and communicate with others using telecommunications, with support from teachers, family members, or student partners.
National Technology Standard	Core Knowledgeâ	McREL Standard
3-5
Standard 1-Use keyboards and other common input and output devices efficiently and effectively.		Standard 1-Knows the characteristics and uses of computer hardware and operating systems
Standard 2-Discuss common uses of technology in daily life and the advantages and disadvantages those uses provide.		Standard 3-Understands the relationships among science, technology, society, and the individual Standard 6-Understands the nature and uses of different forms of technology
Standard 3-Describe basic issues related to responsible use of technology and information and describe personal consequences of inappropriate use.		Standard 3-Understands the relationships among science, technology, society, and the individual
Standard 4-Use general purpose productivity tools and peripherals to support personal productivity, remediate skills deficits and facilitate learning throughout the curriculum.		Standard 2-Knows the characteristics and uses of computer software programs
Standard 5-Use technology tools for individual and collaborative writing, communication ,and publishing activities to create knowledge products for audiences inside and outside the classroom.		Standard 2-Knows the characteristics and uses of computer software programs
Standard 6-Use telecommunication efficiently and effectively to access remote information, communicate with other in support of direct and independent learning, and pursue personal interests.
Standard 7-Use telecommunications and online resources to participate in collaborative problem-solving activities for the purpose of of developing solutions or products for audiences inside and outside the classroom		Standard 4-Understands the nature of technological design
Standard 8-Use technology resources for problem-solving, self-directed learning, and extended learning activities.		Standard 4-Understands the nature of technological design
Standard 9-Determine when technology is useful and select the appropriate tools and technology resources to address a variety of tasks and problems.		Standard 6-Understands the nature and uses of different forms of technology
Standard 10-Evaluate the accuracy, relevance, appropriateness, comprehensiveness, and bias of electronic information.		Standard 6-Understands the nature and uses of different forms of technology
National Technology Standard	Core Knowledgeâ	McREL Standard
6-8
Standard 1-Apply strategies for identifying and solving routine hardware and software problems that occur during every day use.		Standard 1- Knows the characteristics and uses of computer hardware and operating systems Standard 2- Knows the characteristics and uses of computer software programs
Standard 2-Demonstrate knowledge of current changes in information technology, and discuss consequences of misuse.		Standard 3- Understands the relationships among science, technology, society, and the individual
Standard 3-Exhibit legal and ethical behaviors when using information and technology, and discuss consequences of misuse.		Standard 3- Understands the relationships among science, technology, society, and the individual
Standard 4-Use content-specific tools, software, and simulations to support learning and research.		Standard 2- Knows the characteristics and uses of computer software programs
Standard 5-Apply productivity/multimedia tools and peripherals to support personal productivity group collaboration, and learning throughout the curriculum.
Standard 6-Design, develop, publish, and present products using technology resources that demonstrate and communicate curriculum concepts to audiences inside and outside the classroom.
Standard 7-Collaborate with peers, experts, and others using telecommunications and collaborative tools to investigate curriculum-related problems, issues, and information, and to develop solutions or products for audiences inside and outside the classroom.
Standard 8-Select and use appropriate tools and technology resources to accomplish a variety of tasks and solve problems.		Standard 4-Understands the nature of technological design
Standard 9-Demonstrate an understanding of concepts underlying hardware, software, and connectivity, and of practical applications to learning and problem solving.		Standard 4-Understands the nature of technological design
Standard 10-Research and evaluate the accuracy, relevance, appropriateness, comprehensiveness, and bias of electronic electronic information sources concerning real-world problems.		Standard 6-Understands the nature and uses of different forms of technology
National Technology Standard	Core Knowledgeâ	McREL Standard
9-12
Standard 1-Identify capabilities and limitations of contemporary and emerging technology resources and assess the potential of these systems and services to address personal, lifelong learning, and workplace needs.		Standard 1-Knows the characteristics and uses of computer hardware and operating systems
Standard 2-Make informed choices among technology systems, resources, and services
Standard 3-Analyze advantages and disadvantages of widespread use and reliance on technology in the workplace and in society as a whole.		Standard 3-Understands the relationships among science, technology, society, and the individual
Standard 4-Demonstrate and advocate for legal and ethical behaviors among peers, family and community regarding the use of technology and information.		Standard 3-Understands the relationships among science, technology, society, and the individual
Standard 5-Use technology tools and resources for managing and communicating personal/professional information.		Standard 2-Knows the characteristics and uses of computer software programs
Standard 6-Evaluate technology-based options, including, distance and distributed education, for lifelong learning.
Standard 7-Routinely and efficiently use online information resources to meet needs for collaboration, research, publication, communication, and productivity.
Standard 8-Select and apply technology tools for research, information analysis, problem solving, and decision making in content learning.		Standard 4-Understands the nature of technological design
Standard 9-Investigate and apply expert systems, intelligent agents, and simulations in real-world situations.		Standard 4-Understands the nature of technological design Standard 5-Understands the nature and operation of systems
Standard 10-Collaborate with peers, experts, and others to contribute to a content-related knowledge base by using technology to compile, synthesize, produce, and disseminate information, models, other creative works.

Permission to excerpt from the Core Knowledgeâ Sequence [1999] has been granted from the Core Knowledge Foundation. The Core Knowledge Sequence [1999] can be acquired from the Core Knowledge Foundation at: www.coreknowledge.org