Technology: Intermediate Gr. 6-8

EFFICIENT USE OF THE TECHNOLOGY THAT MATCHES ONE'S NEEDS AS A DEAF OR HARD OF HEARING INDIVIDUALTECH.1

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    Uses devices appropriately and with careTECH.1.Int1

  • 2

    Begins to troubleshoot problems when device is not workingTECH.1.Int2

  • 3

    Uses the correct etiquette when using various devices, e.g. muting ringer, silencing apps and notifications, using vibrationTECH.1.Int3

  • 4

    Explores advanced features of their device(s)TECH.1.Int4

  • 5

    Identifies specialists who support usage of devices, e.g. audiologist, technicians, manufacturers, IU Assistive Technology consultantsTECH.1.Int5

  • 6

    Begins to take part in the process of purchasing hearing aids and other technologyTECH.1.Int6

  • 7

    Identifies technology tools/apps that can increase community involvement, employement success, and independent livingTECH.1.Int7

  • 8

    Explains how to set up HAT with other devices & tech toolsTECH.1.Int8

  • 9

    Expands vocabulary related to technology usageTECH.1.Int9

USE OF TECHNOLOGY FOR ACCESS, COMMUNICATION, LANGUAGE, AND LEARNINGTECH.2

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    Uses technology to develop social language (BICS) in ASL, e.g. video relay, Zoom, vlogsTECH.2.Int1

  • 2

    Uses technology to develop fluency in academic language (CALP), e.g. with professionals fluent in academic ASL, math stories, poetry, literatureTECH.2.Int2

  • 3

    Demonstrates basic skills of visual communication to express ideas/learning, e.g. creating slides, infographics, captions, videos, charts, etc.TECH.2.Int3

  • 4

    Demonstrates independent use of video relay services with adult oversightTECH.2.Int4

  • 5

    Participates in video-conferencing for learning, appointments, research, etc.TECH.2.Int5

  • 6

    Participates in remote interpreting with assistance (VRI)TECH.2.Int6

  • 7

    Uses technology for collaboration with other Deaf/hard of hearing individuals, e.g. content experts, role models, other learnersTECH.2.Int7

  • 8

    Works collaboratively with hearing persons, via technology, to bridge communication gapsTECH.2.Int8

UTILIZES TECHNOLOGY TO ENHANCE AND TO DEMONSTRATE LEARNING THROUGH VISUAL MEANSTECH.3

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    Chooses appropriate tools to meet the desired outcomes in an assignmentTECH.3.Int1

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    Demonstrates basic skills of visual communication to express ideas and learning, e.g. creating interactive slides, captions, academic videos, charts, and infographicsTECH.3.Int2

  • 3

    Utilizes basic computer programming to show a sequence of stps that solve a problem and demonstrates how computers input, output, store, process informationTECH.3.Int3

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What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 6, Grade 7, and Grade 8
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Technology: Intermediate Gr. 6-8

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