Technology Literacy by Grade 8 Grant To assist every student in crossing the digital divide by ensuring that every student is technologically literate by the time the student finishes the eighth grade, regardless of the student's race, ethnicity, gender, family income, geographic location, or disability.

Background 3 year grant started in October 2003 Involves all 24 Local Educational Agencies Guided by a State Advisory Council

Definition of Technology Literacy Technology literacy is the ability of an individual, working independently and with others, to responsibly, appropriately and effectively use technology tools to access, manage, integrate, evaluate, create and communicate information.

TL8 Grant Consortium Work Maryland Technology Literacy Student Standards (MTLSS) Professional Development Assessment

Why is there a need for Technology Literacy Student Standards? Standards identify what students need to know and be able to do with technology as it relates to the curriculum standards Standards will guide teachers on the effective use of the technology Students will increase their content knowledge and develop 21 st Century skills

Research Technology is most influential when integrated with curriculum and assessment. In a review of studies, the (CEO Forum, 2001) concluded that "technology can have the greatest impact when integrated into the curriculum to achieve clear, measurable educational objectives."(CEO Forum, 2001)

Research Integration of technology with curriculum and professional growth increases student achievement. (Bain & Ross, 1999).Bain & Ross,

Research A study of a comprehensive effort to integrate technology into schools shows a increase in test scores related to the use of technology. (Mann et al.,1999)Mann et al.,1999

Technology Literacy by Grade 8 Grant

Brainstorming Activity What skills do you think a technologically literate student should know by grade 8?