Technology Education
Technology Education is the study of the human-made/designed world. Technology Education provides an opportunity for students to learn about the processes and knowledge related to technology that are needed to solve problems and extend human capabilities. The goal of Technology Education is to advance technological literacy. Technology literacy is the ability to use, manage, understand, and assess technology. (Obtained from the International Technology Education Association, Standards for Technological Literacy, 2000, p. 242)
All students take Foundations of Technology as a graduation requirement.
Other technology education classes include:
Advanced Design Applications
Technological Design
Technological Issues and Impacts
Scriptwriting and Video Production
Graphic Communications
More information may be found in the Program of Studies
Maryland State Department of Education links
International Technology and Engineering Educators Association links