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Learning Skills for Information, Communication and Media Literacy: Math [Pdf]
The Partnership defines ICT Literacy as the use of 21st-century tools to perform learning skills. Learning Skill + 21st Century Skill = ICT Literacy. The Math Map here enables educators, administrators, and policymakers to gain concrete...
Canada Science and Technology Museum
Canada Science and Technology Museum: Background Information for Canada in Space
Canada has accomplished some important achievements in space technology. Use the links to explore the main topics. Educators will appreciate connecting to the school program "Space: Space Exploration" on this site.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Us History: 1890 1945:20s: Innovations in Communication/technology
A quick comprehension check over innovations in communication and technology in the 1920s.
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The Center for the Study of Technology and Society
This online magazine offers the latest news and information concerning the relationship between society and available technologies.
Read Works
Read Works: Using Cellphones and Computers to Transmit Information
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about changes in communication after computers and cell phones. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Communicating in a Technological World
Through utilizing the Internet to discover technological advances in the 20th century and interviewing relatives and friends who experienced these changes in communication, learners will discover firsthand how technology has changed...
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Insafe: Safer Internet Centres: Communicating Respectfully [Pdf]
A 16-page textbook designed to give students in Grades 1 and 2 insights into various means of communication whilst drawing on real-life parallels of rights and responsibilities. Includes coloring pages for students and links to several...
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Ncte Framework for 21st Century Curriculum and Assessment
An overview of the updates for the national standards for English Language Learners in a 21st century community. Set by the National Council of Teachers of English and the International Reading Association, this site includes elements of...
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Ncte Framework for 21st Century Curriculum and Assessment
An overview of the updates for the national standards for English Language Learners in a 21st century community. Set by the National Council of Teachers of English and the International Reading Association, this site includes elements of...
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Western Australia Department of Health: Online vs Face to Face Communication
Students discuss the similarities and differences between online and face-to-face communication. They also research and explore protective strategies to ensure they communicate safely using technology.
The Franklin Institute
Franklin Institute: The Case Files: History of Communications
Look back in time at some of the people who invented the first technologies for communicating across time and distance that form the foundations of today's information society.
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Uoc: Communication Technologies in Latin America and Africa
A collection of papers, published as chapters of a book, that examine economic and social issues around accessibility to mobile communications and connectivity in Latin American and African countries. One paper focuses on the country of...
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For Self Driving Systems, Infrastructure and Industry Efficiency Are Everything
Thanks to autonomous technologies, it won't be long until computers entirely control much of the world's driving experience. But to become a fully viable, ubiquitous option, there are still significant hurdles to clear. This article...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Business Communication
This activity will help students learn about business communication. Students will learn how to write various types of business letters and other communication.
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Dwellings: The Message of Houses and Their Contents, 1780 1820
Architectural styles of the times reflected the economic status and taste of the individuals who owned the houses. As this turn of the century proceeded from 1780 to 1820, many changes occurred in communication, transportation,...
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The Communication Oriented Society
Informative site that explores the changes that society and global communications are incurring as communication technology develops and infiltrates the global community.
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Rit: Computer Generation: Vision and Demand
This paper, presented at an international conference in Sweden, gives a thorough analysis of the computer generation. The authors analyze some of the tendencies, visions and demands of this technology-rich time.
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Asia Foundation: Information and Communication Technology for Development [Pdf]
A two-page overview of how this organization supports the growth of information and communication technology in Asia, what types of technology it promotes, and why it is such an important issue to the development and modernization of...
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California Ict Digital Literacy: Assessments and Curriculum Framework [Pdf]
Standardized approach to information and communication technology, aligned with state and national standards. ICT literacy is the ability to use digital technology, communications tools and networks. The competencies include accessing,...
United Nations
Unesco: Information and Communication Technologies in Schools
This UNESCO handbook for teachers delves into information and communication technologies in schools. Scroll down through the pdf document to pages 5 through 8 for a list of specific topics included in this extensive resource.
Hartford Web Publishing
World History Archives: History of It, Media and Telecommunications in Australia
This homepage provides links to articles concerning current issues and the communication sources of Australia.
Technovation
Curiosity Machine: Challenges: Engineer a Communication Network
Using some everyday household materials, students are challenged to design and build a network to send communication signals in multiple directions to multiple people. To help students accomplish this challenge there are tips, a lesson...
ACT360 Media
Act Den: The Museum of Modern Technology
Informative, fun, and humorous tutorial that uses cartoon characters to provide an introduction to information technology. The tutorial covers operating systems/desktops, email, the world wide web, and networks.
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Connect With Other Digital Citizens, Technology, Resources
Virtual learning module on what it means to be a "digital citizen" and connect with others in today's world of digital technology and available resources. Full discussion of communication guidelines, digital literacy, and commerce in...