National Educational Technology Standards
The ISTE National Educational Technology Standards (NETS) profiles describe learning expectations of students completing various grade levels (ISTE). Here are a few examples related to student learning:
(PreK-2). Use a variety of media and technology resources for directed and independent learning activities.
(PreK-2). Use developmentally appropriate multimedia resources (e.g., interactive books, educational software, elementary multimedia encyclopedias) to support learning.
(Grades 3-5). Use general purpose productivity tools and peripherals to support personal productivity, remediate skill deficits, and facilitate learning throughout the curriculum.
(Grades 3-5). Use telecommunications efficiently and effectively to access remote information, communicate with others in support of direct and independent learning, and pursue personal interests.
(Grades 6-8). Apply productivity/multimedia tools and peripherals to support personal productivity, group collaboration, and learning throughout the curriculum.
(Grades 9-12). Evaluate technology-based options, including distance and distributed education, for lifelong learning.
The ISTE NETS recognize that IT provides a variety of aids to learning. An overriding goal is for students to become independent, self sufficient, lifelong learners.