Testing Computer Literacy

We talked about "the nation's report card" in an earlier post. Well, the governing board for the National Assessment of Educational Progress has announced that starting in 2012, its test of the nation's school performance will include a measure of proficiency with technology.

21st Century Skills

Work is underway now on a way to measure how well students understand and can use technology in the classroom. Businesses have been clamoring for greater attention to technological literacy, but as yet there is no state or national standard to measure against.

Online Classes Develop Proficiency

Students learn by doing, and those who participate in online learning have an advantage when it comes to familiarity with 21st century technology and the skills it engenders, such as seeking relevant information and using multiple sources.