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DOCUMENT RESUME ED 357 949 SE 053 094 AUTHOR Stanley, Rodney TITLE Technology Education in the 21st Century. INSTITUTION Kentucky State Dept. of Education, Frankfort. Office of Secondary Vocational Education. PUB DATE 91 NOTE 82p. AVAILABLE FROM Industrial/Technology Education Unit, Kentucky Dept. of Education, Frankfort, KY 40601. PUB TYPE Guides Non-Classroom Use (055) EDRS PRICE MF01/PC04 Plus Postage. DESCRIPTORS *Classroom Design; *Classroom Techniques; Course Descriptions; Curriculum Development; Educational Equipment; Educational Technology; *Industrial Education; Instructional Materials; Problem Solving; *Science and Society; Secondary Education; State Curriculum Guides; *Technology Education; Textbooks IDENTIFIERS *Kentucky; Kentucky State Department of Education; Technological Change ABSTRACT Technological developments make the world an ever changing place with the prospect of even faster change in the future. This document presents a course developed by the Kentucky State Department of Education that allows students to explore a number of technologies and their importance in this technological society. The document is separated into six sections. An introduction describes the purpose of the course, identifies the courses' eight basic goals, provides a course description, discusses the place of technology education in the education system, and enumerates teacher qualifications. The second section provides a description of the classroom organization that discusses curriculum presentation, module selection, classroom discipline, record keeping, grading, the teaching schedule, team teaching, and class management forms. The third section describes support groups that include the department of education, professional organizations, student organizations, and advisory committees. The fourth section provides descriptions of the 24 modules included in the curriculum. The fifth and sixth sections provide lists of materials, supplies, books, computer software, and audiovisual materials needed to complete each of the 24 modules. Vendors and prices are included for each item on the lists. Two appendices provide suggested classroom management forms, a list of supplementary materials, and possible classroom floor plans. (MDH) *********************************************************************** Reproductions supplied by EDRS are the best that can be made from the original document. *********************************************************************** T E 21 st tv CENTUR A cx4 "PERMISSION TO REPRODUCE THIS MATERIAL HAS BEEN GRANTED BY Henry H. Lacy TO THE EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES INFORMATION CENTER (ERIC)." U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Office of Educational Research aid Improvement INFORMATION EDUCATIONAL CENTEERIC) RESOURCES .4s been reproduced at IQ" This document ape nization received from the ;Arson or originating it O Minor changes have boon made to improve reproduction ClUaloty Points of view or opinions stated in this document do not necessarily rispristant official OERI position or policy Education Unit Industrial/Technology Vocational Education Office of Secondary ", Kentucky Department Frankfort, Kentucky X. 2/92 TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION THE 21st IN CENTURY Unit bdustrial/Technology Education Education Kentucky Department of Frankfort, Kentucky Rodney Stanley Morehead State University Morehead, Kentucky 1991 hardware, videotapes, books The mention of software programs, representative examples, not an and equipment aro only endorsement. activities contained in the modules are All worksheets and These are only in the program. examples of what may be used to use ycur own. examples you are encouraged be the drawings, AutoSketch may Level I CAD uses AutoCAD to do subsituted for AutoCAD. WICINOLOOT 2DUChtliON IN TEE 21st CENTURY INTRODUCTION Advances in technology The world is an ever changing place. phenomenal and the future is over the last generation have been It technological change. expected to hold an Ivan faster rate of place in the is likely that the technologies that will be common This program will next generation have not been developed. understanding of important assist the student in gaining a better Furthermore, this technologies that are currently being used. with an ever changing course will allow the student to cope base the student can By providing a technical knowledge world. how the changes will analyse changes in technology and understand affect his /her life. number of This course will allow students to explore a importance in a modern technologies that are, or will be of The course will include self-directed technological society. two or four weeks per module. study modules lasting a period of the student's grade The number of modules covered depends on Instruction will include level and length of time in the course. videotapes, filmstrips, computer the use of reading materials, The course instructor will activities. programs, and hands-on provide guidance and individual instruction manage the course and to the students as needed. 1 TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION If the student of today is to become a leader and thinker of toaorrow.a good understanding of technology is important. This Nodular Technology Education program will introduce technology to the student to develop a knowledge base about technology, develop critical thinking skills, and prepare the student to accept and understand new technologies. It is important to remember there will be students in the class that have disabilities and handicaps requiring changes in Sometimes this might result in a decrease in the the curriculum. In number of activities required for the completion of a module. ( One of the other cases this may require alternative activities. rockets listed in the Aerospace equipment list is designed for Identifying exact students with reduced manual skill levels.) changes in equipment, materials, and curriculum is impossible. Changes must adapt to the special requirements of each special Evaluating each student on an individual basis needs student. will determine what you can reasonably expect from the student in Instructors should ask the the way of activities and progress. student, counselors, and parents to help design activities based on the student's individual needs and abilities. 2 6 IN THE 21ST CENTURY GOALS The goals of this course include but are not limited to: introducing the student to applications of current - technologies. Informing the student about how technology affects society. - Developing skills necessary to analyse the effects of - technological change. Developing skills necessary for self-directed learning. - Developing skills in problem solving. - Providing students with handicaps and disabilities positive - experiences to improve self-esteem and self-confidence. Eliminating sex bias by providing both female and male - equal students with activities that can be completed on an basis. Assisting the student in future educational and career - decisions. 3 TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION COURSE DESCRIPTION topic The Technology Education course consists of individual The topic Two students at a time will study a module. modules. materials and covered by each module will use self directoa study will include the use of computer software, videotapes, After the filmstrips, textbooks, and hands on activities. time allowed, students have studied the module for the amount of each student will move on to another chosen module. in Level I The Technology Education is an orientation course Level I in Level II programs. programs and an exploration course Level module for two weeks. programs will have students at each Many of the module. II programs will allow four weeks at each activities for Level I and Level II programs are the same. will give However, the extra time allowed in Level II programs topic. the student a deeper understanding of the academic The Technology Education course will integrate The student will find applications of subjects into the modules. of academics in the technology modules and find examples This ability to recognise the technology in academic subjects. understand how influence of technology will help the student to technology affects his/her environment. 4 8 IN TEE 21ST CENTURY TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION'S PLACE IN THE EDUCATION SYSTEM in the schools With sore emphasis being placed on technology importtnt in the Technology Education courses will become more It is becoming a necessity that the overall educational program. and bow students have a working knowledge of technology The use of technological change will affect their future. In middle grades. technology will begin in the early elementary The student learns school technology becomes a topic of study. The high school student begins a how and why technology is used. technology to discover how things work. more detailed study of details of technology to Post high school programs teach the use technology in the work place. prepare the student to used and controlled. Technology becomes something that can be illustrates how technology fits The diagram on the following page The of students. into the overall educational experience the orientation and Technology Education program is part of exploration stages of the process. 5 TTCHNOLOGY ZDUCATION PATHWAY OF TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION PREPARATION - AT THIS LEVEL THE STUDENT IS BEING PREPARED TO TAKE A PLACE IN THE WORKFORCE. THE DETAILS OF TECHNOLOGY ARE STUDIED SO THAT TECHNOLOGY CAN BE CONTROLLED. COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY VOCATIONAL/ 'TECHNICAL SCHOOL EXPLORATION - TECHNOLOGIES ARE HIGH SCHOOL STUDIED TO UNDERSTAND HOW THINGS WORK. A MORE DETAILED STUDY OF TECHNOLOGY IS REQUIRED. TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION UMW IN THE &mg ORIENTATION - THE STUDENT LEARNS HOW MIDDLE AND WHY TECHNOLOGY IS USED. TECHNOLOG SCHOOL IS A SUBJECT TO BE STUDIED. INTRODUCTION - TECHNOLOGY IS A ELEMENTARY PART OF LIFE AND SCHOOL.. PRE-SCHOOL COMPUTERS, CALCULATORS, T.V., usgo GAMES, AND OTHER TECHNOLOGIES ARE A PART OF THE EVERYDAY WORLD. ts'AP 0