Standards
Standards for Success
Standards for Success was a project of the Association of American Universities in partnership with The Pew Charitable Trusts. The purpose of Standards for Success was to identify what students need to know and be able to do in order to succeed in entry-level university courses. These Knowledge and Skills for University Success standards are listed below. For more information regarding Standards for Success, please visit http://www.s4s.org/cepr.s4s.php.
- English Standards
- Mathematical Standards
- Natural Science Standards
- Social Sciences Standards
- Second Language Standards
- The Arts Standards
Reprinted with permission from the Center for Educational Policy Research, Eugene, Oregon. Used with permission. Copyright © 2003. All rights reserved.
National Education Technology Standards for Students
The STEM Applications curriculum will integrate the following standards (International Society for Technology in Education, 2000):
T1 Basic operations and concepts
T2 Social, ethical, and human issues
T3 Technology productivity tools
T4 Technology communications tools
T5 Technology research tools
T6 Technology problem-solving and decision-making tools
Reprinted with permission from National Educational Technology Standards for Students: Connecting Curriculum and Technology, copyright © 2000, ISTE (International Society for Technology in Education), 1.800.336.5191 ( U.S. & Canada) or 1.541.302.3777 (International), iste@iste.org, www.iste.org. All rights reserved. Permission does not constitute an endorsement by ISTE.
Academic Standards
The STEM Applications curriculum will integrate the following Mississippi Department of Education Subject Area Testing Program Standards (Mississippi Curriculum Test Blueprints, 2001):
- Algebra I Competencies and Suggested Objective(s)
- Biology I Competencies and Suggested Objective(s)
- English II Competencies and Suggested Objective(s)
- US History from 1977 Competencies and Suggested Objective(s)
21st Century Learning Skills
In defining 21st century learning, the Partnership for 21st Century Skills has embraced five content and skill areas that represent the essential knowledge for the 21st century: global awareness; civic engagement; financial, economic, and business literacy; learning skills that encompass problem solving, critical thinking, and self-directional skills; and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) literacy. The 21st Century Skills are not intended to stand alone, but rather be infused with core courses and programs. With that in mind, the STEM Applications curriculum heavily integrates computer concepts, academic activities, and the following 21st Century Skills (21st Century Skills, 2002):
Global Awareness
- Using 21st century skills to understand and address global issues
- Learning from and working collaboratively with individuals representing diverse cultures, religions, and lifestyles in a spirit of mutual respect and open dialogue in personal, work, and community context
- Promoting the study of non-English language as a tool for understanding other nations and cultures
Financial, Economic, and Business Literacy
- Knowing how to make appropriate personal economic choices
- Understanding the role of the economy and the role of business in the economy
- Applying appropriate 21st century skills to function as a productive contributor within an organizational setting
- Integrating oneself within and adapting continually to our nation’s evolving economic and business environment
Civic Literacy
- Being an informed citizen to participate effectively in government
- Exercising the rights and obligations of citizenship at local, state, national, and global levels
- Understanding the local and global implications of civic decisions
- Applying 21st century skills to make intelligent choices as a citizen
Thinking, Problem-solving, Interpersonal, and Self-directional Learning Skills
- Critical thinking and system thinking. Exercising sound reasoning in understanding and making complex choices, understanding the interconnections among systems.
- Problem identification, formulation, and solution. Ability to frame, analyze, and solve problems.
- Creativity and intellectual curiosity. Developing, implementing, and communicating new ideas to others, staying open and responsive to new and diverse perspectives.
- Interpersonal and collaborative skills. Demonstrating teamwork and leadership; adapting to varied roles and responsibilities; working productively with others; exercising empathy; respecting diverse perspectives.
- Self-direction. Monitoring one’s own understanding and learning needs, locating appropriate resources, transferring learning from one domain to another.
- Accountability and adaptability. Exercising personal responsibility and flexibility in personal, workplace, and community contexts; setting and meeting high standards and goals for one’s self and others; tolerating ambiguity.
- Social responsibility. Acting responsibly with interests of the larger community in mind; demonstrating ethical behavior in personal, workplace, and community contexts.
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Learning Skills
- Information and media literacy skills. Analyzing, accessing, managing, integrating, evaluating, and creating information in a variety of forms and media. Understanding the role of media in society.
- Communication skills. Understanding, managing, and creating effective oral, written, and multimedia communication in a variety of forms and contexts.
- Interpersonal and self-directional skills. Becoming more productive in accomplishing tasks and developing interest in improving one’s own skills.
21st century skills. (n.d.). Washington, DC: Partnership for 21st Century Skills. Reproduced with permission of the Partnership for 21st Century Skills. Further information may be found at www.21stcenturyskills.org
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