Maryland Technology Literacy Standards for Students

Standard 1- Technology Concepts and Systems: Develop foundations in the understanding and uses of technology
1.A Understand the uses of technology systems
1.B Demonstrate use of fundamental software applications

Standard 2 – Digital Citizenship: Demonstrate an understanding of the history and implications of technology on society and practice ethical, legal, and responsive use of technology to assure safety.
2.A Explain how technology affects students, people, school, community, and society.
2.B.1 Practice responsible and appropriate use of technology systems, software, and information
2.B.2 Demonstrate an understanding of current legal standards.
2.B.3 Understand current Internet safety guidelines

Standard 3.0 - Technology for Learning and Collaboration: Use a variety of technologies for learning and collaboration
3.A Use and explain how technology tools enhance learning
3.B Use and explain how selected technology tools encourage collaboration
3.C Use and explain how technology tools increase productivity

Standard 4.0 - Technology for Communication and Expression : Use technology to communicate information and express ideas using various media and formats
4.A.1 Select and explain how technology is used for communication
4.A.2 Use and explain the variety of media formats
4.B.1 Use and explain how technology can be used to express ideas

Standard 5 - Technology for Information Use and Management: Use technology to locate, evaluate, gather, and organize information and data.
5.A.1. Explore, use, select, and evaluate age-appropriate information resources available through technology.
5.B.1 Select and use technology tools to organize information

Standard 6- Technology for Problem-Solving and Decision Making Demonstrate ability to use technology and develop strategies to solve problems and make informed decisions.