1. Presenting History Using Photostory January 2010 History Connected Teaching American History Grant Connections to Standards: Massachusetts History and Social Science Curriculum Frameworks Standards and Massachusetts Technology Literacy Standards and Expectations Standards in Historical Thinking 21st Century Skills

2. Connections to Massachusetts Technology Literacy Standards and Expectations Massachusetts Technology Literacy Standards and Expectations When Integrating Technology, Be Sure To: ► ► Have a clear curriculum focus to align with the History Curriculum Frameworks. ► ► Integrate learning technology skills with learning the curriculum content. ► ► Standard 1. Demonstrate proficiency in the use of computers and applications, as well as an understanding of the concepts underlying hardware, software, and connectivity.   1.24 Create a multimedia presentation using various media as appropriate (e.g., audio, video, animations, etc.). ► ► Standard 3. Demonstrate the ability to use technology for research, critical thinking, problem solving, decision making, communication, collaboration, creativity, and innovation.   3.7 Plan, design, and develop a multimedia product to present research findings and creative ideas effectively, citing sources.

3. Connections to Standards in Historical Thinking Standards in Historical ThinkingStandards in Historical Thinking ► Chronological Thinking ► Historical Comprehension ► Historical Analysis and Interpretation ► Historical Research Capabilities ► Historical Issues-Analysis and Decision Making

4. Connections to 21 st Century Skills 21 st Century Skills 21 st Century Skills Learning and Innovation Skills ► ► Communicate Clearly   Articulate thoughts and ideas effectively using oral, written and nonverbal communication skills in a variety of forms and contexts   Use communication for a range of purposes (e.g. to inform, instruct, motivate and persuade)   Utilize multiple media and technologies, and know how to judge their effectiveness a priori as well as assess their impact ► ► Apply Technology Effectively   Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate and communicate information ► ► Create Media Products   Understand and utilize the most appropriate media creation tools, characteristics and conventions