Standard I | Standard II | Standard III | Standard IV | Standard V

ISTE Standard IV: Promote and model digital citizenship and responsibility.

Teachers understand local and global societal issues and responsibilities in an evolving digital culture and exhibit legal and ethical behavior in their professional practices.

The following papers are journal entries created for the "Technology and Learning" course.

Copyright

This paper addresses issues pertaining to copyright law and describes aspects of copyright that teachers need to be aware of in the classroom when working with students. This paper addresses standard 4(a) - advocate, model, and teach safe, legal, and ethical use of information use of technology, including respect for copyright , intellectual property, and the appropriate documentation of sources.

Digital Libraries

This paper describes many online digital libraries, what resources can be found on those Websites, and how those resources can be used in the classroom. This paper addresses standard 4(d) - develop and model cultural understanding and global awareness by engaging with colleagues and students of other cultures using digital age and communication tools.

Technology Resources for Educators

This paper describes many online technology tools for teachers, including what they are used for and why I feel they are very valuable. This paper addresses standard 4(d) - develop and model cultural understanding and global awareness by engaging with colleagues and students of other cultures using digital age and communication tools.

The Digital Divide

This paper addresses issues that educators need to be concerned about pertaining to digital access, as well as global implications. This paper addresses standard 4(b) - Address the diverse needs of all learners by using learner-centered strategies providing equitable access to appropriate digital tools and resources.