Technology Design 6, 7, & 8

Mr. King
Weeks #1-3
Fall 2015

Why is Learning Computer Technology Important?

Writing Reflection
Homework #1
CCSS Standards:
CCSS.ELA.W1.6 - Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and
relevant evidence.
a. Introduce claim(s) and organize the reasons and evidence clearly.
b. Support claim(s) with clear reasons and relevant evidence, using credible
sources and demonstrating an understanding of the topic or text.
ISTE-NETS Standards:
1. Creativity and Innovation
Students demonstrate creative thinking, construct knowledge, and develop
innovative products and processes using technology.
b. Create original works as a means of personal or group expression

Objectives: Students will be able to

1.) Know many important reasons why learning to use computer technology is
important to success as a student academically, in a future career, and as a
lifelong learner.
2.) Be inspired and motivated to want to learn to use computer technology
because of its practicality and its direct impact on their lives and future
careers.
Directions:
1.) Write and/or draw one page by reflecting upon, researching the internet to
answer the following question:

Why is learning to use computer technology important to your

success as a student in school academically, in your future
career, and as a lifelong learner? Give 3-5 reasons and give
details.

Technology Design 6, 7, & 8

Mr. King
Weeks #1-3
Fall 2015

2.) Use your own words. Use your own prior knowledge to answer this
question. You can conduct some internet research to help you back your
arguments if you have access to the internet. If not, simply reflect on what
you already know to answer this question.
3.) Be sure to place the proper heading in the upper right hand corner
(justified right):
Name
Technology Design (6, 7, or 8) and Class Letter
Mr. King
Date

Technology Design 6, 7, & 8

Mr. King
Weeks #1-3
Fall 2015

Why is Learning Computer Technology Important?

Essay Rubric
Points 8

Points 6

Heading

Essay has proper

heading with
Name, Grade
Level & Letter /
Teacher Name, &
Date

Essay has
proper heading
but not Right
Aligned.

Arguments &
Reasoning

Advanced
arguments with
clear reasoning

Proficient
arguments with
mostly clear
reasoning

Basic arguments
Arguments,
with some unclear perhaps BB or
reasoning.
FBB.

Relevant
Evidence

Excellent evidence
and very relevant.
Student might
have even used
internet resources
to support
arguments.

Good evidence
and mostly
relevant.

Some relevant
evidence, but
some irrelevant.

Needs more
relevant evidence.

Spelling,
Grammar &
Punctuation

Spelling, Grammar
& Punctuation are
all correct.

Almost all
Spelling,
Grammar &
Punctuation are
correct.

Spelling,
Grammar &
Punctuation has
some errors.

Spelling, Grammar
& Punctuation is
mostly all errors.

Essay
Length

1 page or more
handwritten.

Over page
handwritten.

3-4 complete
sentences or less.

1 page or more
typewritten double
spaced.

Over page
typewritten
double spaced.

At least page in
length or 5-6
complete
sentences.

Total Score: _____ / 40

Points 4

Points 2
Essay has Name
but no Header.