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Monday, March 14, 2011

An 8th grader's digital literacy requirement

Did you know there is an 8th-grade digital technology requirement to use digital technology to demonstrate achievement in analytic, production and communication skills? Teachers and administrators can use an online tool to gauge their students’ progress towards the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) 8th-grade technology-literacy requirement. The assessment includes 30‐minute activities. Students are expected to use a variety of Microsoft Office applications - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet Explorer, Outlook, Access and Expression Web to complete real-world tasks such as writing a business-oriented letter or constructing a slide presentation on current events. The assessments attempt to offer formative information about students’ skills. They have been strongly recommended as an instrument for high school exit proficiency. What is your opinion?

















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