Grade 6
Research and Digital Literacy
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Students use technology to locate, organize, evaluate and analyze information.ET.RL.1
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Use a variety of organizational tools in preparation for research inquiries.6.ET.RL.1.1
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Use digital tools to properly cite digital sources independently.6.ET.RL.1.2
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Students determine the reliability and relevancy of information.ET.RL.2
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Determine the reliability and relevancy of a source using a teacher guided evaluation tool.6.ET.RL.2.1
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Critical Thinking, Problem-Solving and Decision-Making
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Students analyze the relationship of technology in careers, communities, and society.ET.CT.1
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Summarize the role of technology in a community, society and careers.6.ET.CT.1.1
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Students demonstrate the design process through problem solving.ET.CT.2
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Apply a selected design process as guided by the teacher.6.ET.CT.2.1
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Students evaluate and select technology tools based on the specific tasks.ET.CT.3
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Identify the appropriate digital application to complete a task.6.ET.CT.3.1
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Digital Citizenship
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Students analyze the safe, ethical, legal, and societal issues related to technology.ET.DC.1
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Implement basic precautions to protect themselves and others when using Information and Communications Technologies.6.ET.DC.1.1
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Identify the risks of sharing information online.6.ET.DC.1.2
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Define and assess the importance of a positive digital footprint.6.ET.DC.1.3
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Assess the ramifications of online bullying behaviors related to individuals and society.6.ET.DC.1.4
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Define security vulnerabilities to protect personal privacy.6.ET.DC.1.5
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Technology Operations and Concepts
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Students interpret the history and progression of technology.ET.OC.1
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Compare technology from the past to the present as a progression of technology.6.ET.OC.1.1
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Investigate the advantages and disadvantages of technology.6.ET.OC.1.2
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Students analyze the parts of a technological system.ET.OC.2
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Analyze the information processing cycle which includes input, process, output, and storage.6.ET.OC.2.1
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Students demonstrate skills in utilizing technological systems.ET.OC.3
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Implement grade-level appropriate technology vocabulary.6.ET.OC.3.1
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Incorporate a variety of technology applications to create a product with teacher guidance.6.ET.OC.3.4
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Demonstrate touch-type of a three page document.6.ET.OC.3.5
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Incorporate the use of tutorial materials to guide self-directed learning.6.ET.OC.3.6
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Creativity and Innovation
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Students use technology to generate ideas and promote creativity.ET.CI.1
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Demonstrate ways to present and publish information using a variety of applications.6.ET.CI.1.1
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Communication and Collaboration
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Students use technology to communicate with others.ET.CC.1
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Compare the use of communication tools in interpersonal interactions.6.ET.CC.1.1
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Students use technology to collaborate for an identified purpose.ET.CC.2
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Compare and contrast the use of different forms of collaborative technology for different audiences.6.ET.CC.2.1
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Frequently asked questions
- What grade levels do these standards cover?
- Grade 6
- When were these standards adopted?
- 2015
- Where can I read the official document?
- South Dakota Educational Technology Standards
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