3-5+Profiles

A major component of the NET·S standards is a general set of profiles describing technology literate students at key developmental points in their precollege education. The profiles highlight a few important types of learning activities in which students might engage as the NETS•S are implemented. These examples are provided in an effort to bring the standards to life and demonstrate the variety of activities possible. The profiles are divided into four grade ranges: PreK-2, 3-5, 6-8, and 9-12. The profiles for each grade range are described in detail below. The numbers in parentheses after each item identify the standards (1–6) most closely linked to the activity described. Each activity may relate to one indicator, to multiple indicators, or to the overall standards referenced. The categories are: 1. Creativity and Innovation 2. Communication and Collaboration 3. Research and Information Fluency 4. Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision Making 5. Digital Citizenship 6. Technology Operations and Concepts
 * Profiles for Technology Literate Students **


 * GRADES 3 - 5 **

All students should have opportunities to demonstrate the following performances.
 * Performance Indicators: **

1. Produce a media-rich digital story about a significant local event based on first-person interviews. (1, 2, 3, 4) 2. Use digital-imaging technology to modify or create works of art for use in a digita presentation. (1, 2, 6) 3. Recognize bias in digital resources while researching an environmental issue with guidance from the teacher. (3, 4) 4. Select and apply digital tools to collect, organize, and analyze data to evaluate theories or test hypotheses. (3, 4, 6) 5. Identify and investigate a global issue and generate possible solutions using digital tools and resources. (3, 4) 6. Conduct science experiments using digital instruments and measurement devices. (4, 6) 7. Conceptualize, guide, and manage individual or group learning projects using digital planning tools with teacher support. (4, 6) 8. Practice injury prevention by applying a variety of ergonomic strategies when using technology. (5) 9. Debate the effect of existing and emerging technologies on individuals, society, and the global community. (5, 6) 10. Apply previous knowledge of digital technology operations to analyze and solve current hardware and software problems. (4, 6)
 * Prior to completion of Grade 5 students will: **