WLMA 2010

MICROSOFT DIGITAL LITERACY

WHAT IS DIGITAL LITERACY?

“The goal of Digital Literacy is to teach and assess basic computer concepts and skills so that people can use computer technology in everyday life to develop new social and economic opportunities for themselves, their families, and their communities.”

Microsoft Digital Literacy 2010

WA LEGISLATIVE DIRECTIVE

Technology Literacy is the ability to responsibly, creatively and effectively use appropriate technology to:

Communicate.

Access, collect, manage, integrate and evaluate information.

Solve problems and create solutions

Build and share knowledge.

Improve and enhance learning in all subject areas and experiences.

Technology Fluency is demonstrated when students:

Apply technology to real-world experiences.

Adapt to changing technologies.

Modify current and create new technologies.

Personalize technology to meet personal needs, interests and learning style.

OSPI

“Those who lead our classrooms must be proficient users of digital technologies as well as highly capable technology integrators whose instructional practice is compatible with a student-centered, project-oriented learning environment.”

WHY?

Technology Essential Conditions

ED TECH STANDARDS

Standards

Technology Tiers

Technology Proficiencies of Certified Administrators, Teachers & Teacher-Librarians

WHAT’S AVAILABLE?

Digital Literacy Content

BASIC CURRICULUM

Welcome to Computer Basics

How are they used?

Benefits of using the Internet.

Identification of key components.

Mousing Around

Keyboarding

DIGITAL LITERACY STANDARD CURRICULUM VERSION 2

Computer Basics

The Internet and the World Wide Web

Productivity Programs

Computer Security and Privacy

Digital Lifestyles

ADVANCED

What is an Internet Email Account

Create a Windows Live ID Email Account