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Need: Students continue to score lower on test items with a DOK of 2 or more, indicating that their higher level thinking skills remain poor.

Purpose: Students will develop critical thinking and problem solving skills while mastering state required GLE knowledge and skills. Students will learn to use digital technology and Web 2.0 tools to create new knowledge, work collaboratively and share their learning. Students will learn to use the Internet safely and responsibly as good digital citizens.

Assessment: Students will improve their Math and CA scores throughout the year as shown by Acuity tests and MAP scores, specifically on items with a DOK of 2, 3 or 4. Students will build a digital portfolio of work created both individually and collaboratively. Students will practice safe and responsible Internet use on a daily basis.

Materials: Classroom computers with Internet access (wireless routers). First year: 6-8 laptops Second year: 6-8 laptops Third year: 6-8 laptops