NETS
for Students
Technology Foundation Standards for All Students
The technology
foundation standards for students are divided into six broad categories.
Standards within each category are to be introduced, reinforced, and mastered
by students. These categories provide a framework for linking performance
indicators within the Profiles for Technology Literate Students to the
standards. Teachers can use these standards and profiles as guidelines for
planning technology-based activities in which students achieve success in
learning, communication, and life skills.
Technology Foundation Standards for Students
1
Basic
operations and concepts
- Students demonstrate a sound
understanding of the nature and operation of technology systems.
- Students are proficient in the use
of technology.
2
Social,
ethical, and human issues
- Students understand the ethical,
cultural, and societal issues related to technology.
- Students practice responsible use
of technology systems, information, and software.
- Students develop positive attitudes
toward technology uses that support lifelong learning, collaboration,
personal pursuits, and productivity.
3
Technology
productivity tools
- Students use technology tools to
enhance learning, increase productivity, and promote creativity.
- Students use productivity tools to
collaborate in constructing technology-enhanced models, prepare
publications, and produce other creative works.
4
Technology
communications tools
- Students use telecommunications to
collaborate, publish, and interact with peers, experts, and other
audiences.
- Students use a variety of media
and formats to communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple
audiences.
5
Technology
research tools
- Students use technology to locate,
evaluate, and collect information from a variety of sources.
- Students use technology tools to
process data and report results.
- Students evaluate and select new
information resources and technological innovations based on the
appropriateness for specific tasks.
6
Technology
problem-solving and decision-making tools
- Students use technology resources
for solving problems and making informed decisions.
- Students employ technology in the
development of strategies for solving problems in the real world.