ISTE Student standards

Framework for Refreshed ISTE NETS (3.0) Draft
4.12.07

I. Creativity and Innovation (new)
Students demonstrate creative thinking (think creatively), construct knowledge, and develop innovative products using technology. Students:
a. apply existing knowledge to generate new ideas and products.
b. create original works as a means of self-expression (use technology for creative self-expression)
c. use models and simulations to explore complex systems and issues (use systems thinking to explore complex issues)
d. identify trends and forecast possibilities.

II. Communication and Collaboration (4)
Students use digital media and environments to communicate and work collaboratively, including at a distance, to support individual learning and contribute to the learning of others. Students:
a. interact, collaborate and publish with peers, experts or others employing a variety of digital media and formats
b. communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences using (utilizing) a variety of media and formats.
c. develop cultural understanding and global awareness by engaging with learners of other cultures.
d. contribute to project teams to produce original works.

III. Research and Information Fluency (Retrieval) (5)
Students apply digital tools to gather, evaluate and use information. (access, retrieve, manage, and evaluate information using digital tools) Students:
a. plan strategies to guide inquiry
b. locate, organize, analyze, evaluate, synthesize, and ethically use information from a variety of sources and media.
c. evaluate and select information sources and technological tools based on the appropriateness to specific tasks.
d. process data and report results.

IV. Critical Thinking, Problem-Solving and Decision-Making (6, 3)
Students use critical thinking skills to plan and conduct research, manage projects, solve problems and make informed decisions using appropriate technology tools. Students:
a. identify and define authentic problems and significant questions for investigation .
b. plan and manage activities to develop a solution(s) or complete a project(s).
c. collect and analyze data to identify solutions and/or make informed decisions.
d. use multiple processes and diverse perspectives to explore alternative solutions.

V. Digital Citizenship (2)
Students understand human, cultural, and societal issues related to technology and practice legal and ethical behavior. Students:
a. advocate and practice safe, responsible use of information and technology.
b. exhibit positive attitudes toward technology uses that support collaboration, learning, and productivity.
c. demonstrate personal responsibility for lifelong learning.
d. exhibit (exercise proactive) leadership for digital citizenship.

VI. Technology Operations and Concepts (1, 3)
Students demonstrate a sound understanding of technology concepts, systems and operations. Students:
a. understand and use technology systems.
b. select (identify) and use applications effectively and productively.
c. troubleshoot systems and applications.
d. transfer current knowledge to learning of new technologies.