This WebQuest
concentrates on practical computer skills for office technology
students.
Major Curriculum Area:
Adult Education Office Technology
Technology Standards for Students
This curriculum address the National Standards requiring that students will
use technology to:
create age appropriate curriculum based products,
gather, organize, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate data,
use existing and emerging technologies responsibly and appropriately
Basic operation and concepts
Students are proficient in the use of technology
Social, ethical and human issues
Students understand the ethical, cultural, and societal issues related to
technology.
Students practice responsible use of technology systems, information, and
software.
Students develop positive attitudes toward technology uses that support
lifelong learning, collaboration, personal pursuits, and productivity
Technology productivity tools
Students use technology tools to enhance learning, increase productivity,
and promote creativity.
Students use productivity tools to collaborate in constructing technology
enhanced models, prepare publications, and produce other creative works.
Technology communications tools
Students use telecommunications to collaborate, publish, and interact
with peers, experts, and other audiences.
Students use a variety of media and formats to communicate information
and ideas effectively to multiple audiences.
Technology research tools
Students use technology to locate, evaluate, and collect information from
a variety of sources.
Students evaluate and select new information resources and technological
innovations based on the appropriateness for specific tasks.
Students use technology resources for solving problems and making
informed decisions.
Technology problem-solving and decision-making tools
Students use technology resources for solving problems and making
informed decisions.
Students employ technology in the development of strategies for solving
problems in the real world.
Length of Lesson:
Approximately four hours
Prior Knowledge:
Working knowledge of the English language, basic computer operational skills.
Materials needed:
Computer with internet access and email account.
