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Content Standards to be Addressed-Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills, Grade 10 (Avaliable at www.tea.texas.gov): 

 

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 1.  Compare and contrast differences in similar themes expressed in different time periods. 

 

 2.  Evaluate the connection between forms of narration (e.g., unreliable, omniscient) and tone in works of fiction.

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 3. Synthesize and make logical connections between ideas and details in several texts selected to reflect a range of viewpoints on the same topic and support those findings with textual evidence. 

 

4. Evaluate how messages presented in media reflect social and cultural views in ways different from traditional texts. 

 

​5. Explain shifts in perspective in arguments about the same topic and evaluate the accuracy of the  evidence used to support the different viewpoints within those arguments. 

 

7. Analyze how messages in media are conveyed through visual and sound techniques (e.g., editing, reaction shots, sequencing, background music).

 

8. Examine how individual perception or bias in coverage of the same event influences the audience.

 

9. Plan a first draft by selecting the correct genre for conveying the intended meaning to multiple audiences, determining appropriate topics through a range of strategies (e.g., discussion, background reading, personal interests, interviews), and developing a thesis or controlling idea.

 

10. Revise drafts to improve style, word choice, figurative language, sentence variety, and subtlety of meaning after rethinking how well questions of purpose, audience, and genre have been addressed.

 

11.  Revise final draft in response to feedback from peers and teacher and publish written work for appropriate audiences. 

 

12. Formulate a plan for engaging in research on a complex, multi-faceted topic. 

 

13. Brainstorm, consult with others, decide upon a topic, and formulate a major research question to address the major research topic.

 

14. Evaluate the relevance of information to the topic and determine the reliability, validity, and accuracy of sources (including Internet sources) by examining their authority and objectivity. 

 

15. Provide an analysis for the audience that reflects a logical progression of ideas and a clearly stated point of view. 

 

​16. Use graphics and illustrations to help explain concepts where appropriate. 

 

​17. Evaluate how the style and structure of a speech support or undermine its purpose or meaning.

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Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Technology Applications
Subchapter C. High School (http://ritter.tea.state.tx.us/rules/tac/chapter126/ch126c.html)

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(c)  Knowledge and skills.

(1)  Creativity and innovation. The student develops products and generates new understanding by extending existing knowledge. The student is expected to:

(A)  investigate and explore various career opportunities within the computer science field and report findings through various media;

(B)  create and publish interactive stories, games, and animations;

(C)  create and publish interactive animations;

(D)  create algorithms for the solution of various problems;

(E)  create web pages using a mark-up language;

(F)  use the Internet to create and publish solutions; and

(G)  design creative and effective user interfaces.

(2)  Communication and collaboration. The student communicates and collaborates with peers to contribute to his or her own learning and the learning of others. The student is expected to:

(A)  seek and respond to advice from peers and professionals in evaluating problem solutions;

(B)  debug and solve problems using reference materials and effective strategies; and

(C)  publish information in a variety of ways such as print, monitor display, web pages, and video.

(3)  Research and information fluency. The student locates, analyzes, processes, and organizes data. The student is expected to:

(A)  construct appropriate electronic search strategies;

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(5)  Digital citizenship. The student explores and understands safety, legal, cultural, and societal issues relating to the use of technology and information. The student is expected to:

(A)  discuss copyright laws/issues and model ethical acquisition of digital information by citing sources using established methods;

(B)  demonstrate proper digital etiquette and knowledge of acceptable use policies when using networks, especially resources on the Internet and on intranets;

(C)  investigate measures such as passwords or virus detection/prevention to protect computer systems and databases from unauthorized use and tampering;

(D)  understand the safety risks associated with the use of social networking sites;

(E)  discuss the impact of computing and computing related advancements on society; and

(F)  determine the reliability of information available through electronic media.

 

21st Century Learning Skills (Available at www.iste.org/standards):

1. Creativity and innovation

• Students demonstrate creative thinking, construct knowledge, and develop innovative products and processes using technology.

• Apply existing knowledge to generate new ideas, products, or processes

• Create original works as a means of personal or group expression

• Use models and simulations to explore complex systems and issues

• Identify trends and forecast possibilities 

 

2. Communication and collaboration

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.

• Interact, collaborate, and publish with peers, experts, or others employing a variety of digital environments and media

• Communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences using a variety of media and formats

• Develop cultural understanding and global awareness by engaging with learners of other cultures

• Contribute to project teams to produce original works or solve problems 

 

3. Research and information fluency

Students apply digital tools to gather, evaluate, and use information.

     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 digital tools based on the appropriateness to specific tasks

     d. Process data and report results 

 

4. Critical thinking, problem solving,

and decision making

Students use critical thinking skills to plan
and conduct research, manage projects, solve problems, and make informed decisions using appropriate digital tools and resources.

• Identify and define authentic problems and significant questions for investigation

• Plan and manage activities to develop a solution or complete a project

• Collect and analyze data to identify solutions and/or make informed decisions

• Use multiple processes and diverse perspectives to explore alternative solutions 

 

5. Digital citizenship

Students understand human, cultural, and societal issues related to technology and practice legal and ethical behavior.

• Advocate and practice safe, legal, and responsible use of information and technology

• Technology operations and concepts

• Students demonstrate a sound understanding
  of technology concepts, systems, and operations.

• Understand and use technology systems

• Select and use applications effectively and productively

• Troubleshoot systems and applications

• Transfer current knowledge to learning of new technologies