Course Description

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is an instructional program that prepares individuals to effectively use technology in learning, communication, and life skills.  In ICT I, students will complete a research-based program of study that includes:

·        Interpersonal and self-directional skills

·        Basic technology operation and technology concepts

·        Social, ethical, and human issues in technology

·        Technology communication tools

·        Technology resource tools

·        Multimedia presentation applications

·        Word processing applications

·        Publishing

The ICT curriculum framework is built upon 21st Century Skills standards and the National Educational Technology Standards for Students. Career Pathways and Mississippi Department of Education Subject Area Testing benchmarks are integrated throughout the competencies, objectives, and suggested teaching and assessment strategies. Upon the successful completion of this program, students will be prepared to complete the IC3 Computer Literacy exam and meet the eighth grade computer literacy requirement of the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001.