6.A Technology Literacy Knowledge and Skills (Grades 9 through 12)
6.A.01.07 Identify the use of database skills in various careers.
6.A.01.11 Use search engines and online directories.
6.A.01.13 Explain and demonstrate effective search strategies for locating and retrieving electronic information (e.g., using syntax and Boolean logic operators).
6.A.02.03 Explain laws restricting the use of copyrighted materials.
6.A.02.04 Identify examples of plagiarism, and discuss the possible consequences of plagiarizing the work of others.
6.A.03.01 Evaluate the authenticity, accuracy, appropriateness, and bias of electronic resources, including Web sites.
6.A.03.02 Analyze the values and points of view that are presented in media messages.
6.A.03.03 Describe devices, applications, and operating system features that offer accessibility for people with disabilities.
6.A.04 Demonstrate the ability to use technology for research, critical thinking, problem solving, decision making, communication, collaboration, creativity, and innovation.
6.A.04.01 Devise and demonstrate strategies for efficiently collecting and organizing information from electronic sources.
6.A.04.02 Compare, evaluate, and select appropriate electronic resources to locate specific information.
6.A.04.03 Select the most appropriate search engines and directories for specific research tasks.
6.A.04.04 Use a variety of media to present information for specific purposes (e.g., reports, research papers, presentations, newsletters, Web sites, podcasts, blogs), citing sources.
6.A.04.07 Plan and implement a collaborative project with students in other classrooms and schools using telecommunications tools (e.g., e-mail,
discussion forums, groupware, interactive Web sites, video conferencing).