Addressing+Standards


 * IV. Addressing Standards: **


 * Any time we want to implement a new initiative it is important to make sure that not only is there a reason for the initiative, but that just like everything else, the new initiative will align with the current teaching standards, both national and state standards. The use of BrainPOP in the classroom to help differentiate lessons and to actively engage students does apply to both state and national teaching standards. **


 * __ State of Delaware Technology Standards: __**
 * Methodology Two: **
 * __ Standard Statement M2 __**** : Students will effectively communicate technological solutions by using Technology **** Education as an Interdisciplinary and Technological Link. **
 * Performance Indicators: **
 * M2.01.01 (6-8): Integrate other curricular skills (e.g., writing or measurement skills) with technological activities. **
 * M2.01.04: Apply problem-solving skills to enhance learning in other curricular areas. **
 * M2.01.05: Present technological solutions in an effective manner using skills and knowledge from other curricular areas as resources. **


 * Methodology Three: **
 * __ Standard Statement M3: __**** Students will develop and apply a practical understanding of **** The Use and Management of Technological Resources and Systems **** . **
 * M3.01.08: Demonstrate the effective management of resources in the process of developing, creating and evaluating solutions. **


 * __ NETS (National Educational Technology Standards for Students): __**

1. ** Creativity and Innovation: ** c.) Use models and simulations to explore complex systems and issues.

2. ** Communication and Collaboration: ** a.) Interact, collaborate, and publish with peers, experts, or others employing a variety of digital environments and media.

5. ** Digital Citizenship: ** Students understand human, cultural, and societal issues related to technology and practice legal and ethical behavior. a.) Advocate and practice safe, legal, and responsible use of information and technology. b.) Exhibit a positive attitude toward using technology that supports collaboration, learning, and productivity. c.) Demonstrate personal responsibility for lifelong learning. d.) Exhibit leadership for digital citizenship.

6. ** Technology Operations and Concepts: ** Students demonstrate a sound understanding of technology concepts, systems, and operations. a.) Understand and use technology systems. d.) Transfer current knowledge to learning of new technologies.

Not only does the general use of BrainPOP in the classroom align with both state and national technology standards, but one of BrainPOP’s most outstanding features is that each and every lesson and activity available on BrainPOP aligns with state standards. Teachers have the ability to search lessons that specifically relate to their state standards. By providing lessons that align with state standards each and every lesson relates directly to what is currently expected to be taught in classrooms all over the country. This allows each and every lesson, video, or activity used from BrainPOP to be effective for reaching the goals and objectives set forth by each state’s curriculum. __Links: __ Technology Initiative Table of Contents Next Page (Hardware & Software Components and Licensure)__﻿__