Jefferson Area Local School District Technology Plan


Technology is reshaping society’s personal, educational, and work environments. The world of work has never been more complex and career paths more fluid. To prepare students for their future we must provide them with the tools needed to become successful citizens and members of the world of work. No area of education is impacted by equity more than the access and use of technology. Our district’s commitment to having every student in grades K-12 have access to a Chromebook is recognition of this fact and seeks to level the field when it comes to the use of technology in school.

 

We will use and teach technology skills consistent with the Ohio Technology Standards and the ISTE Standards for Students (International Society for Technology in Education). The following literacies support students in mastering the continually changing digital environment that they will encounter after high school.

 

·   Computer literacy is the ability to use computers and related technology efficiently, with a range of skills covering levels from elementary use to programming and advanced problem solving. Computer literacy requires some understanding of computer programming and how computers work.

 

·   Information literacy is a set of abilities requiring individuals to recognize when information is needed and can locate, evaluate, and effectively use the needed information. It is the acquisition, interpretation, and dissemination of information. Information literacy focuses on the usage of the Internet and other electronic information resources including social media.

 

·   Technology literacy is the ability of an individual, working independently and with others, to use technology tools responsibly, appropriately, and effectively to access, manage, integrate, evaluate, create, and communicate information. It incorporates problem-based learning, utilizing mathematics, science, and technology principles. Technology education addresses the impact of technology on society including the study of technological advances in medical, agricultural, communication, energy, manufacturing, other trades, and the arts. Students come to be aware of how the impact of these advances’ effects their own job readiness and post-secondary preparation.

JALSD Technology Plan rev 24-25.pdf