In the working guide Journey On: Working Toward Communication and Information Technology Literacy, media-related outcomes are integrated throughout the CIT curriculum.
Computer Systems
B1.2 demonstrate proper use of login numbers and names, setup and change passwords, and be aware of implications of multiple logins
C1.1 identify technology that is found in everyday life
Lessons
- Understanding the Internet: Using the Internet
- Understanding the Internet: Pathways and Addresses
- Understanding the Internet: Build Understanding
- Avatars and Body Image
B1.13 identify computer viruses, how they are transmitted and how anti-virus software is used to protect or clean a computer
B1.14 identify spam, popup ads, spyware and other invasive software coding
Social, Ethical and Health
E2.4 use electronic communication etiquette
E2.7 identify ethical issues involved with Internet content, awareness of inappropriate use of technology
Lessons
- Introduction to Cyberbullying: Avatars and Identity
- Stay on the Path Lesson One: Searching for Treasure
- Stay on the Path Lesson Two: All That Glitters is Not Gold
- Stay on the Path Lesson Three: Treasure Maps
- Stay on the Path Lesson Four: Scavenger Hunt
- Understanding the Internet: Communication and Social Media
- Introduction to Cyberbullying: Avatars and Identity
E2.8 demonstrate caution before sending personal information over the Internet
Lessons
- Understanding the Internet: Build Understanding
- Understanding the Internet: Pathways and Addresses
- Understanding the Internet: Communication and Social Media
Educational Games
Internet
A3.1 demonstrate awareness of the Internet as a source of information
A3.2 use various tools (search engines and directories) and strategies necessary to carry out research
Lessons
- Stay on the Path Lesson One: Searching for Treasure
- Stay on the Path Lesson Two: All That Glitters is Not Gold
- Stay on the Path Lesson Three: Treasure Maps
- Stay on the Path Lesson Four: Scavenger Hunt
- Understanding the Internet: Pathways and Addresses
- Understanding the Internet: Build Understanding
B3.1 Use the various browser navigation tools
Lessons
- Stay on the Path Lesson One: Searching for Treasure
- Stay on the Path Lesson Two: All That Glitters is Not Gold
- Stay on the Path Lesson Three: Treasure Maps
- Stay on the Path Lesson Four: Scavenger Hunt
E3.1 critically evaluate information and its source based on pre-determined criteria
Lessons
- Stay on the Path Lesson One: Searching for Treasure
- Stay on the Path Lesson Two: All That Glitters is Not Gold
- Stay on the Path Lesson Three: Treasure Maps
- Stay on the Path Lesson Four: Scavenger Hunt
Database
A9.2 perform searches on a database file using logical and Boolean operators
Lessons
- Stay on the Path Lesson One: Searching for Treasure
- Stay on the Path Lesson Two: All That Glitters is Not Gold