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TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS.5.8.A — Vertical Alignment

Vertical alignment shows student expectations in the same subject area at different grade levels that are related to or build upon one another.

TA.3.8.A
define digital footprint;
TA.4.8.A
describe how information retained online creates a permanent digital footprint;
TA.5.8.A
identify the components of a digital footprint such as online activity, game use, or social media platforms;
TA.6.8.A
identify the impact of a digital footprint;
TA.7.8.A
classify actions as having a positive or negative effect on a digital footprint;
TA.8.8.A
analyze the importance of managing a digital footprint and how a digital footprint can affect the future;
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TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS.5.8.A — Breakout of skills

Breakouts are the component parts that make up a student expectation. A breakout shows a distinct concept a student should know or a distinct skill that a student should be able to demonstrate.

The student is expected to
identify the components of a digital footprint such as online activity, game use, or social media platforms

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