8th Grade Essential Technology
Students will explore the 21things4students website, which is an educational and online resource to help students improve their technology proficiency as they prepare for success in the 21st century. Students will also gain basic skills in Microsoft Word, learn how to effectively communicate through business letters, memos, and emails, learn how to create basic spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel, research prospective career choices by completing an online Educational Development Plan, create a personal resume, and learn how to prepare for a job interview. Students will also be introduced to Moodle, which integrates classroom and online instruction.