Digital Literacy Education Assessment

The video discusses the integration of technology in education through the E-Rate program, which provides funding for schools to enhance digital learning. It highlights the legislative requirements, such as the Children's Internet Protection Act, and introduces the Common Sense Media toolkit to aid in teaching digital literacy and citizenship. The video suggests strategies for implementing these educational programs and emphasizes the importance of preparing students for a technology-driven world.

What is the main challenge in integrating technology into classrooms?

• Insufficient teacher training

• Outdated technology

• Shrinking school budgets

• Lack of interest from students

What is the eRate program designed to do?

• Develop new educational software

• Train teachers in digital literacy

• Fund technology purchases for schools and libraries

• Provide scholarships for students

What does the Children's Internet Protection Act require schools to teach?

• Basic computer skills

• History of the internet

• Appropriate online behavior

• Programming skills

By when must schools comply with the requirements of the Children's Internet Protection Act?

• July 2010

• July 2011

• July 2012

• July 2013

What is the purpose of the Common Sense Media toolkit?

• To fund school technology upgrades

• To provide free resources for teaching digital literacy

• To develop new educational games

• To offer paid courses on internet safety

Which research project is the digital literacy curriculum based on?

• The Internet Safety Program

• The Technology in Education Study

• The Digital Future Initiative

• The Good Play Project

What is one recommended approach for teaching digital literacy?

• Conducting monthly workshops

• Using only online resources

• Focusing only on high school students

• Teaching one or two lessons per grade level

What should schools decide regarding digital literacy education?

• The budget for technology

• The type of software to use

• The number of computers needed

• The best method of delivery

What is the final step after finding the necessary resources?

• Organize a student workshop

• Submit a teacher verification document

• Hire a technology consultant

• Purchase new computers

Where can you contact for more information about the toolkit?

• techsupport.com

• school.org

• digitalhelp.net

• education.gov