Sources of Information

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    Evaluate information resources based on specified criteria.7.SI.1

    1. 1.

      Evaluate resources for reliability. (Reliability can be determined by currency, credibility, authority, etc. depending on the curriculum topic).7.SI.1.1

    2. 2.

      Evaluate content for relevance to the assigned task.7.SI.1.2

    3. 3.

      Evaluate resources for point of view, bias, values, or intent of information.7.SI.1.3

Technology as a Tool

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    Use technology and other resources for assigned tasks.7.TT.1

    1. 1.

      Use appropriate technology tools and other resources to access information.7.TT.1.1

    2. 2.

      Use appropriate technology tools and other resources to organize information (e.g. graphic organizers, databases, spreadsheets, and desktop publishing).7.TT.1.2

    3. 3.

      Use appropriate technology tools and other resources to design products to share information with others (e.g. multimedia presentations, Web 2.0 tools, graphics, podcasts, and audio files).7.TT.1.3

Research Process

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    Apply a research process to complete given tasks.7.RP.1

    1. 1.

      Implement a collaborative research process activity that is group selected.7.RP.1.1

    2. 2.

      Implement an independent research process activity that is student selected.7.RP.1.2

Safety and Ethical Issues

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    Apply responsible behaviors when using information and technology resources.7.SE.1

    1. 1.

      Apply ethical behavior (copyright, not plagiarizing, proper netiquette) when using resources.7.SE.1.1

    2. 2.

      Apply the safety precautions necessary when using online resources (personal information, passwords, etc.).7.SE.1.2

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 7
When were these standards adopted?
2008