Washington's EALR and Tech Literacy

This analysis of the correlation between Washington State's Essential Academic Learning Requirements and Technology Education curriculum was initially conducted by Tom Staly of Horse Haven Hill Middle School. As of August 17, 1997, this document becomes a collaborative project.

Please study this analysis and e-mail additional correlation and examples of each correlation to Kelly Williams. Please be specific about which Essential Learning you are addressing and be sure to provide an example. This project will become a significant resource for Tech teachers as they continue aligning their programs with the school reform movement.

Reading	Writing	Communicating	Math	Science
Social Studies: History	Social Studies: Geography	Arts	Health and Fitness

The following Essential Academic Learning Requirements are directly addresses in the Technology Education curriculum:

Reading

Essential Academic Learning Requirements	Component	Comment
1. The student understands and uses different skills and strategies to read.	1.5 The student will use features of non-fiction text and computer software such as titles, headings, pictures, maps and charts to find and understand specific information.
3. The student reads different materials for a variety of purposes.	3.1 The student will read to learn new information such as reading science and mathematics texts, technical documents, and for personal interest.
	3.2 The student will read to perform a task such as using schedules, following directions, filling out job applications, and solving problems.
	3.4 The student will read for career applications.

Writing

Essential Academic Learning Requirements	Component	Comment
1. The student writes clearly and effectively.	1.3 The student will apply writing conventions and will know and apply correct spelling, grammar, sentence structure, punctuation, and capitalization.
2. The student writes in a variety of forms for different audiences and purposes..	2.2 The student will write for different purposes such as ... conveying technical information,...explaining concepts and procedures.
	2.3 The student will write in a variety of forms including ...journals, ... research reports, and technical writing.
	2.4 The student will write for career applications.
3. The student understands and uses the steps of the writing process.

Communication

Essential Academic Learning Requirements	Component	Comment
1. The student uses listening and observation skills to gain understanding.	1.3 The student will apply writing conventions and will know and apply correct spelling, grammar, sentence structure, punctuation, and capitalization.
2. The student communicates ideas clearly and effectively.	2.2 The student will write for different purposes such as ... conveying technical information,...explaining concepts and procedures.
3. The student uses communication strategies and skills to work effectively with others.	2.3 The student will write in a variety of forms including ...journals, ... research reports, and technical writing.
4. The student analyzes and evaluates the effectiveness of formal and informal communication	4.3 The student will analyze mass communication.
	4.4 The student will analyze how communication is used in career settings.

Mathematics

Essential Academic Learning Requirements	Component	Comment
1. The student understands and applies the concepts and procedures of mathematics.
2. The student uses mathematics to define and solve problems..
3. The student uses mathematical reasoning.
4. The student communicates knowledge and understanding in both everyday and mathematical language.
5. The student understands how mathematical ideas connect within mathematics, to other subject areas, and to real-life situations.

Science

Essential Academic Learning Requirements	Component	Comment
1. The student understands and uses scientific concepts and principles.	1.1 The student will use properties to identify, describe, and categorize substances, materials, and objects.
	1.3 The student will measure properties and characteristics.
3. The student applies science knowledge and skills to solve problems or meet challenges.
4. The student uses effective communication skills and tools to build and demonstrate understanding of science.
5. The student understands how science knowledge and skills are connected to other subject areas and real-life situations.

Social Studies - History

Essential Academic Learning Requirements	Component	Comment
3. The student understands the origin and impact of ideas and technological developments on history and social change.	3.3 The student will understand how ideas and technological developments influence people, resources, and cultural objects.

Social Studies - Geography

Essential Academic Learning Requirements	Component	Comment
1. The student uses maps, charts, and other geographic tools to understand the spatial arrangement of people, places, resources, and environments on Earth’s surface	1.1 The student will use properties to identify, describe, and categorize substances, materials, and objects.
3. The student observes and analyzes the interaction between people, the environment, and culture.	3.1 The student will identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact on the environment.
	3.2 The student will analyze how the environment and environmental changes affect people..

Arts

Essential Academic Learning Requirements	Component	Comment
4. The student understands how the arts connect to other subject areas, life, and work.	4.1 The student will use arts skills and knowledge in other subject areas.
	4.5 The student will incorporate arts knowledge and skills into the workplace.

Health and Fitness

Essential Academic Learning Requirements	Component	Comment
2. The student acquires the knowledge and skills necessary to maintain a healthy life: recognize patterns of growth and development, reduce health risks, and live safely	2.3 The student will acquire skills to live safely; anticipate risky situations and demonstrate skills to promote safety and to assist in emergency situations at school, at home, and in the community.
3. The student analyzes and evaluates the impact of real-life influences on health.	3.1 The student will understand how environmental factors affect one’s health.



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