Digital Literacy and Computer Science (2018) Grade(s): 8

DLCS18.8.27

Analyze assistive technologies and how they improve the quality of life for users.

COS Examples

Example: Research multiple speech to text technologies and write a persuasive essay in favor of one over another.

Unpacked Content

Knowledge

Students know:
  • technologies exist to assist users with varying needs.

Skills

Students are able to:
  • research assistive technologies.
  • determine the possible uses of assistive technologies that can improve quality of life for users.

Understanding

Students understand that:
  • technologies exist or can be created to help people accomplish tasks they may not otherwise be able.

Vocabulary

  • assistive technology
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