Develop Competence in Computer and Digital Literacy

Less than 14, Age 14, Ages 15-16, Ages 17-18, Ages 19-21, Ages 22-24

Goal:

To have each student gain skills to access a computer and the internet to expand their opportunities for connection and skill building.

Before, during and after high school students should be presented with opportunities to gain computer access and learn how to navigate different systems, platforms and programs

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Less than 14

Less Than 14

Possible Skill Development Benchmarks to Achieve the Long-term Core Outcome

Demonstrate basic skills of digital literacy
Manage personal data maintaining digital privacy and security
Aware of the permanence of their actions in the digital world including impact of cyber bullying

Service	Schools	HCPF
Accessibility Training	X
Assistive Technology	X
Assistive technology through waiver services		X
Computer and Digital Literacy Training	X
Social Media Training and Online Safety	X

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Age 14

Possible Skills Development Benchmarks to Achieve the Long-term Core Outcome

Access and Practice digital literacy across platforms including social media
Engage in positive, safe, legal, and ethical behavior when using technology, including social interactions online or when using networked devices
Demonstrates an understanding of, and respect for the rights of others in digital environments

Service	Schools	HCPF	Workforce Centers
Accessibility Training	X		X
Assistive Technology	X		X
Assistive technology through waiver services		X
Computer and digital Literacy Training	X
Social Media Training and Online Safety	X

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Ages 15-16

Possible Skill Development Benchmarks to Achieve the Long-term Core Outcome

Reads and interprets media across digital environments
Collaborates and communicates with different social media users
Aware of data-collection technology used to track their navigation online

Service	Schools	DVR	HCPF	Workforce Centers
Accessibility Training	X	X		X
Assistive Technology	X	X		X
Assistive technology through waiver services			X
Computer and Digital Literacy Training	X			X
Social Media Training and Online Safety	X

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Ages 17-18

Possible Skill Development Benchmarks to Achieve the Long-term Core Outcome

Applies new knowledge gained from a wide range of sources
Designs and delivers digital and social media content that reflects critical thinking
Cultivates digital identity and reputation

Service	Schools	HCPF	Workforce Centers
Accessibility Training	X		X
Assistive Technology	X		X
Assistive technology through waiver services		X
Computer and Digital Literacy Training	X		X
Social Media Training and Online Safety	X

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Ages 19-21

Possible Skill Development Benchmarks to Achieve the Long-term Core Outcome

Evaluates and applies new knowledge gained from digital environments, including social media.
Uses technology tools for day-to-day activities including employment-related activities
Evaluates the accuracy and validity of Social Media

Service	Schools	HCPF	Post-Secondary Education	Workforce Centers
Accessibility Training	X		X	X
Assistive Technology	X		X	X
Assistive technology through waiver services		X
Computer and Digital Literacy Training	X		X
Social Media Training and Online Safety	X

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Ages 22-24

Possible Skill Development Benchmarks to Achieve the Long-term Core Outcome

Completes tasks effectively in a digital environment
Uses communication tools and networks effectively to locate, evaluate, use, construct, and express information
Utilizes social media to enhance their community engagement

Service	DVR	HCPF	Post-Secondary Education	Workforce Centers
Accessibility Training	X		X	X
Assistive Technology	X		X	X
Assistive technology through waiver services		X
Computer and Digital Literacy Training			X
Social Media Training and Online Safety	X

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