What Is Technology

1. 1 What Is Technology? Part 1 An Introduction to Technology Education in Virginia

2. 2 What Is the Mission of Technology Education? To ensure that citizens of tomorrow are prepared to live in and contribute to a competitive, technology-based society

3. 3 What Are the Goals of Technology Education? Comprehend the dynamics of technology, including its development, impact, and potential. Employ the technological processes of problem solving, creating, and designing. Analyze the behavior of technological systems and subsystems, including the tools, materials, processes, energy, information, and people involved in systems. Apply scientific principles, engineering concepts, and technological systems in the processes of technology. Discover and develop personal interests and abilities related to a wide variety of technology-oriented courses.

4. 4 A Model of Technology

5. 5 A Model of Technology Education

6. 6 Elementary School Technology Education Curriculum Model

7. 7 Focus: Technological Awareness The focus of technology education at the elementary level is to develop a technological awareness and to reinforce learning. The elementary school child with technology experiences shall

8. 8 Middle School Technology Education Curriculum Model

9. 9 Focus: Explorations in Technology The focus of the middle school technology education program is to assist students in exploring and preparing for appropriate educational and technological choices. The middle school student of technology education shall

10. 10 High School Technology Education Curriculum Model

11. 11 Focus: Application of Technology to Life and Work The focus of the high school technology program is to assist students in applying technology to their needs and in making intelligent judgments about problems associated with technology The high school student of technology education shall

12. 12 Relationship Between Technology and the Standards of Learning

13. 13 What is it? Technology is the study of the human-made world.

14. 14 Relationship Between Technology and the Standards of Learning

15. 15 What is it? Science is the study of the natural world.

16. 16 Relationship Between Technology and the Standards of Learning

17. 17 What is it? Mathematics is the study of patterns and relationships.

18. 18 Relationship Between Technology and the Standards of Learning

19. 19 What is it? History is the study of civilization and society.

20. 20 Relationship Between Technology and the Standards of Learning

21. 21 What is it? English is the study of the English language and communication.

22. 22 Instructional Delivery Approaches

23. 23 Instructional Delivery Approaches (cont.)

24. 24 Instructional Delivery Approaches Design Brief (recognizing technological problems) Problem Solving (following logical procedures) Design Portfolio (communicating ideas and solutions) Technology Assessment (analyzing impacts)

25. 25 Instructional Delivery Approaches 1. Design Brief (recognizing technological problems) Observing and questioning Identifying and stating problems Thinking critically

26. 26 Instructional Delivery Approaches 2. Problem Solving (following logical procedures) Analyzing the problem Considering alternatives Choosing solutions Evaluating results

27. 27 Instructional Delivery Approaches 3. Design Portfolio (communicating ideas and solutions) Recording creative ideas Presenting ideas graphically and verbally

28. 28 Instructional Delivery Approaches 4. Technology Assessment (analyzing impacts) Predicting the future Designing appropriate solutions Improving technology tomorrow

29. 29 Systems Model

30. 30 Technology Systems Provide and Use People Information Tools & Machines Capital Time Materials Energy.

31. 31 Major Applications of Technology Systems in the Designed World Agriculture and Related Biotechnologies Construction Technologies Energy and Power Technologies Information and Communication Technologies Manufacturing Technologies Medical Technologies Transportation Technologies

32. 32 Technology Systems Are Diverse Bridge needs replacementBridge needs replacement

33. 33 What Is Technology? Part 2 Technological Assessment and CORE Technologies

34. 34 Introduction Identifying Forms of Technological Assessment Applying Technological Assessment Defining the CORE Technologies TechnolgoyTechnolgoy

35. 35 What Is Technological Assessment? Change quote to reflect Design and Technology.Change quote to reflect Design and Technology.

36. 36 What Are the CORE Technologies? Mechanical Technology Electrical Technology Electronics Technology Structural Technology Fluid Technology Optical Technology Thermal Technology Biotechnology Materials Technology

37. 37 Mechanical Technology The technology of putting mechanical parts together to produce, control, and transmit motion

38. 38 Electrical Technology The technology of producing, storing, controlling, transmitting, and getting work from electrical energy

39. 39 Electronics Technology The technology of using small amounts of electricity for controlling; detecting; and information collecting, storing, retrieving, processing, and communicating

40. 40 Structural Technology The technology of putting parts and materials together to create supports, containers, shelters, connectors, and functional shapes

41. 41 Fluid Technology The technology of using fluid, either gaseous (pneumatics) or liquid (hydraulics), to apply force or to transport

42. 42 Optical Technology The technology of producing light; controlling light; using light for information collection, processing, storage, retrieval, and communication; and using light to do work

43. 43 Thermal Technology The technology of producing, storing, controlling, transmitting, and getting work from heat energy

44. 44 Biotechnology The technology of using, adapting, and altering organisms and biological processes for a desired outcome

45. 45 Materials Technology The technology of producing, altering, and combining materials

46. 46 Part 3 Technology Education Connections to Virginia�s Workplace Readiness Skills and All Aspects of Industry

47. 47 Introduction Connecting students to career paths through Technology Education Identifying Virginia�s Workplace Readiness Skills Identifying Virginia�s All Aspects of Industry TechnolgoyTechnolgoy

48. 48 What Do Employers Expect? Workplace Readiness Skills All Aspects of Industry

49. 49 Workplace Readiness Skills 1. Demonstrate reading skills on a level required for employment in a chosen career field.Standard: Demonstration of reading skills includes interpreting technical and general interest materials commonly used in this field applying understanding of the material to job operations.

50. 50 Workplace Readiness Skills 2. Demonstrate math skills on a level required for employment in a chosen career field.Standard: Demonstration of math skills includes performing math operations using whole numbers, fractions, percentages using statistics (percentages, averages, medians, and standard deviations) to monitor processes and quality of performance using mathematical reasoning to solve word problems using algebra-based formulas performing job-specific math operations. Take out all linksTake out all links

51. 51 Workplace Readiness Skills 3. Demonstrate writing skills on a level required for employment in a chosen career field.Standard: Demonstration of writing skills includes composition and editing of work-related documents of varying complexity: Define the purpose. Determine the audience. Gather information. Plan the format/layout. Write a first draft. Edit and revise as necessary to ensure that the document is complete, clear, concise, correct, and considerate of the reader.

52. 52 Workplace Readiness Skills 4. Demonstrate speaking and listening skills on a level required for employment in a chosen career field.Standard: Speaking and listening skills involve the ability to express ideas clearly and to make sure one understands the ideas expressed by others in both formal and informal contexts, demonstrated by giving and taking direction or instruction giving and responding to oral reports or presentations participating in group or team discussions engaging in conversation with co-workers, supervisors, and clients conducting business in person and via electronic means.

53. 53 Workplace Readiness Skills 5. Demonstrate computer literacy on a level required for employment in a chosen career field.Standard: Demonstration of computer literacy includes using common software to accomplish word processing, construction of simple spreadsheets, and keying in and retrieving information from databases transferring the operating principles of one application to another similar application using knowledge of computer logic, operating systems, and basic troubleshooting techniques to identify problems using special job-specific computer equipment, software, and other technology.

54. 54 Workplace Readiness Skills 6. Demonstrate reasoning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.Standard: Demonstration of reasoning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills includes differentiating among types of problems (e.g., technical, human relations, ethical) using established methods of problem solving and decision making in both individual and group settings applying previous learning to situations where problems must be solved or decisions made quickly predicting short- and long-term effects of proposed solutions or decisions testing solutions or decisions to determine effects or to identify related problems.

55. 55 Workplace Readiness Skills 7. Demonstrate understanding of the "big picture."Standard: Demonstration includes identifying the company's mission and the individual employee's contribution to that mission how the company functions within the broad world of business, industry, and service explaining the rationale behind organizational policies and procedures explaining the necessity and benefits/disadvantages of organizational change explaining basic economic concepts.

56. 56 Workplace Readiness Skills 8. Demonstrate a strong work ethic.Standard: Demonstration includes exhibiting responsibility: coming to work as assigned, contributing work required to meet organizational goals, adhering to policies and procedures, managing time to accomplish assigned tasks exhibiting flexibility and adaptability: working longer hours than normal to accomplish a goal, substituting for an absent coworker, taking a temporary assignment, accepting changes in the work environment as a challenge and an opportunity.

57. 57 Workplace Readiness Skills 9. Demonstrate a positive attitude.Standard: Demonstration includes cooperating with coworkers and supervisors taking direction willingly exhibiting eagerness to learn acting in a pleasant and polite manner with customers, coworkers, and supervisors.

58. 58 Workplace Readiness Skills 10. Demonstrate independence and initiative.Standard: Demonstration includes working without constant supervision finding tasks to perform on one's own making suggestions for improvement exhibiting interest in making the organization more effective and productive maintaining work standards in the midst of change.

59. 59 Workplace Readiness Skills 11. Demonstrate self-presentation skills.Standard: Demonstration includes identifying ways in which the individual employee represents the organization exhibiting a neat appearance using effective communication skills exhibiting elements of etiquette required in professional settings.

60. 60 Workplace Readiness Skills 12. Maintain satisfactory attendance.Standard: Satisfactory attendance involves being on time for work and all appointments limiting tardiness, early departures, and absences to legitimate and essential occasions explaining the importance of satisfactory attendance to the overall operation of the business negotiating anticipated absences according to company policy calling in to notify the supervisor of unanticipated absences.

61. 61 Workplace Readiness Skills 13. Participate as a team member to accomplish goals.Standard: Participation includes attending team (group) meetings, focusing on the topic and purpose of the meeting, offering facts and ideas, and helping others contribute facts and ideas passing on good ideas to others looking for ways to help others recognizing others for their contributions letting others know what is needed to get the job done explaining the importance of teamwork to the overall operation of the business.

62. 62 All Aspects of Industry The All Aspects of Industry requirement of federal legislation is designed to provide students with a complete and clear picture of an industry they may plan to enter. So that students may compare potential careers, they should study the same eight elements of different industries.

63. 63 All Aspects of Industry 1. Planning is examined at the level of both an individual business and the overall industry.Planning elements might include: Developing strategic plans - mission, vision, goals, objectives, and/or a plan of action Working with planning tools such as surveys, market research, and competitive analysis Anticipating needs for staffing and major purchases of equipment and supplies Developing plans for training and upgrading of staff Forecasting market trends Developing business plans for entrepreneurial ventures.

64. 64 All Aspects of Industry 2. Management addresses methods typically used to manage enterprises over time within the industry, as well as methods for expanding and diversifying workers' tasks and broadening worker involvement in decisions.Key elements of management might include: Using an organization chart to explain how a corporate chain of command works Providing input for strategic plans and communicating the company's vision and mission statements Leading employees in carrying out strategic plans and action plans Evaluating employee performance Anticipating technology and other major purchasing needs Ensuring equity and access for employees Resolving conflicts Developing job descriptions and written policies/procedures Identifying recruitment procedures, training opportunities, methods of evaluation, and retention strategies Working with professional associations and community outreach efforts.

65. 65 All Aspects of Industry 3. Finance examines ongoing accounting and financial decisions and different methods for raising capital to start or expand enterprises.Finance functions might include: Developing budgets Preparing financial statements Analyzing and managing financial transactions and records Implementing payroll procedures Determining and paying taxes Identifying indirect wage costs (benefits, FICA, insurance, worker's compensation) Making loans and granting credit to customers Developing graphs and charts related to company finances Identifying and implementing methods of sustaining profitability of a business Managing 401K plans Identifying sources of capital.

66. 66 All Aspects of Industry 4. Technical and Production Skills cover specific production techniques and alternative methods for organizing the production work, including methods that diversify and rotate workers' jobs.Technical and production skills that an employee should have to succeed in a business or industry might include: Developing and upgrading job-specific skills Using troubleshooting and problem-solving techniques Analyzing information to make decisions Identifying and implementing quality assurance techniques Employing communication skills such as writing, listening, speaking, and reading Participating in team efforts Implementing projects and new techniques Demonstrating basic computer skills; employing time management techniques in completing projects and assigned tasks Demonstrating ethical behavior and work ethic.

67. 67 All Aspects of Industry 5. Underlying Principles of Technology provide an integrated study across the curriculum of the mathematical, scientific, social, and economic principles that underlie the industry's technology.Principles of technology that an employee should know might be demonstrated by: Exhibiting proficiency in mathematical and scientific functions related to new and emerging technologies Continuously upgrading job skills needed to implement new technologies Participating in industry certification programs Cross-training to enhance one's value to the organization and to enhance job promotion opportunities Understanding and adhering to ethical issues related to technologies.

68. 68 All Aspects of Industry 6. Labor Issues examine worker rights and responsibilities, labor unions and labor history, and methods for expanding workers' roles.Labor issues might include: Understanding and implementing worker rights and responsibilities Working with labor unions Keeping abreast of local, state, and federal legislation affecting employee and employer rights and responsibilities Negotiating and settling worker disputes Identifying certification requirements for specific jobs Analyzing the impact of labor agreements on business operations.

69. 69 All Aspects of Industry 7. Community Issues explore the impact of the industry on the community and the community's impact on and involvement with the industry.Concepts of business and community relations might include: Developing and working with community outreach projects Participating on advisory committees and community organizations Working with professional associations Developing and implementing public relations plans Participating in community service projects.

70. 70 All Aspects of Industry 8. Health, Safety, and Environmental Issues examine these concepts in relation to both the workers and the larger community.Concepts related to health, safety, and the environment might include: Identifying and implementing federal, state, and local regulations related to the health and safety of employees Understanding and strictly adhering to federal, state, and local environmental regulations related to the business Identifying job-specific health hazards and safety issues Identifying and implementing basic safety and first aid training techniques for emergencies such as personal illness or injury, tornadoes, fires, nuclear accidents, floods, and incidences of employee rage or violent behavior Communicating safety regulations and plans to employees Working with selected community groups to implement safety programs.

71. 71 High Performance Workers� Are broadly trained and have multiple skills Work in teams Are involved in solving problems and making decisions Use technology effectively Are flexible and willing to adapt Are ready to learn something new.

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