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Technological Literacy Revisited

Technological Literacy Revisited. Joseph Scarcella, Ph.D . Based on the works of Dr. Bill Dugger , Jr. DTE, Technically Speaking, and the International Technology Education Association . What is Technological Literacy? .

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Technological Literacy Revisited

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  1. Technological Literacy Revisited Joseph Scarcella, Ph.D. Based on the works of Dr. Bill Dugger, Jr. DTE, Technically Speaking, and the International Technology Education Association

  2. What is Technological Literacy? A definition of Technological Literacy begins with a definition of Technology… • All the modifications humans have made to meet our wants and needs, to live longer, more productive lives. • …inventions, innovations, and improvements

  3. Technological Literacy • Technological Literacy encompasses three interdependent dimensions – knowledge, ways of thinking and acting, and capabilities. • The goal of technological literacy is to provide people with the tools to participate intelligently and thoughtfully in the world around them. (Technically Speaking, 2001)

  4. ATechnologically Literate Person • has knowledge of technology, • is capable of using it effectively, • can think critically about technological issues, • and acts accordingly. (Technically Speaking, 2001)

  5. To enhance technological literacy … Developspecific objectives for the three dimensions: • Knowledge, • Capabilities, • Ways of thinking and acting

  6. What is Technology Education? • The Content for the Study of Technology as described by the Standards for Technological Literacy • Teaching around a context-rich theme • Designing, developing, and utilizing technological systems • Open-ended, problem-based activities. • Cognitive and affective learning strategies • Applying technological knowledge and processes to solve problems

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