Evaluate the given source using at least three elements of t…

Evаluаte the given sоurce using аt least three elements оf the “CRAAP Test.” Yоur response should be in the form of an 8-12 sentence paragraph! Are teachers proficient in the use of technology in the teaching/learning environment? The best indicator to measure proficiency is some form of performance measure based on clear and reasonable criteria. Two efforts are presented that address, respectively, the criteria to be employed and the measurement approach. The first is the national standards established by the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE), the Standards for Basic Endorsement in Educational Computing and Technology Literacy. These standards specify a desired performance profile for technology-literate teachers. Schools and districts can examine these performance standards to determine measures of teacher skills with technology. The assessment could be through portfolio-based ratings of teachers for a selection of performance areas. A sample performance area requirement from the ISTE standards is presented after the indicators for this question. The second approach comes from Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) of Virginia. They have determined eight teacher technology competencies, divided into two competency skill areas: operational (standards 1-4) and integration (standards 5-8). Operational Standards Instructional personnel shall be able to: Demonstrate effective use of a computer system and utilize computer software. Apply knowledge of terms associated with educational computing and technology. Apply computer productivity tools for professional use. Use electronic technologies to access and exchange information. Integration Standards Instructional personnel shall be able to: Identify, locate, evaluate, and use appropriate instructional hardware and software to support the Virginia Standards of Learning and other instructional objectives. Use educational technologies for data collection, information management, problem solving, decision making, communication, and presentation within the curriculum. Plan and implement lessons and strategies that integrate technology to meet the diverse need of learners in a variety of educational settings. Demonstrate knowledge of ethical and legal issue relating to the use of technology. [Reprinted with permission from Fairfax County Public Schools. See Resources for reference.] Using at least three elements of the CRAAP Test to support your answer, explain whether or not this material would be a worthwhile source to turn to in a research project on the topic of technology in schools. The CRAAP Test   The CRAAP Test is an evaluation method that was designed by librarian Sarah Blakeslee at the Meriam Library California State Universiy, Chico. CRAAP stands for Currency, Relevance, Authority, Accuracy and Purpose. This provides you with a method and list of questions to evaluate the nature and value of the information that you find. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License Evaluating Information – Applying the CRAAP Test Document from Meriam Library - California State University, Chico C - Currency The timeliness of the information: When was the information published or posted?Has the information been revised or updated?Does your topic require current information, or will older sources work as well?Are the links functional? R - Relevance The importance of the information for your needs: Does the information relate to your topic or answer your question?Who is the intended audience?Is the information at an appropriate level (i.e. not too elementary or advanced for your needs)?Have you looked at a variety of sources before determining this is one you will use?Would you be comfortable citing this source in your research paper? A - Authority The source of the information: Who is the author/publisher/source/sponsor?What are the author's credentials or organizational affiliations?Is the author qualified to write on the topic?Is there contact information, such as a publisher or email address?Does the URL reveal anything about the author or source? .ac.uk = Academic institutions in the UK.com = Commercial sites.edu = Educational institutions.gov = Government.nhs.uk = Health information services in the UK.org = Non-profit organizations.mil = Military.net = Network. A - Accuracy The reliability, truthfulness, and correctness of the content: Where does the information come from?Is the information supported by evidence?Has the information been reviewed or refereed?Can you verify any of the information in another source or from personal knowledge?Does the language or tone seem unbiased and free of emotion?Are there spelling, grammar or typographical errors? P - Purpose The reason the information exists: What is the purpose of the information? Is it to inform, teach, sell, entertain or persuade?Do the authors/sponsors make their intentions or purpose clear?Is the information fact, opinion or propaganda?Does the point of view appear objective and impartial?Are there political, ideological, cultural, religious, institutional or personal biases?