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Minnesota State-Approved Technical Skill Assessments 7/1/2017

Pathway: Web and Digital Communications

Cluster: Information Technology

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ASSESSMENT

TITLE

TYPE

ISSUING

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WEBSITEPlease report broken weblinks

ELIGIBILITY

REQUIREMENTS /

PREREQUISITES

ADMINISTRA-

TION

ELIGIBILITY(Written,

Practical)

PASSING

SCORECOST COMMENTS

Web & Digital

Design

3D Graphics (818) Academic and

Technical

Assesssment

Precision

Examshttps://www.precisionexam

s.com/exams/arts-av-

technology-

communication/

Computer-driven

exam - 54 questions

Online Criterion-

Referenced

Cut Score

$8 per

assessment -

$8 for pre-

test; $8 for

post-test

Web & Digital

Design

3D Animation

(819)

Academic and

Technical

Assesssment

Precision



technology-

communication/

Computer-driven

exam - 48 questions

Online Criterion-

Referenced

Cut Score

$8 per

assessment -

$8 for pre-

test; $8 for

post-test

Web & Digital

Design

Business Web

Page Design (254)

Academic and

Technical

Assesssment

Precision



technology-

communication/

Computer-driven

exam - 45 questions

Online Criterion-

Referenced

Cut Score

$8 per

assessment -

$8 for pre-

test; $8 for

post-test

Web & Digital

Design

Digital Media 1A

(810)

Academic and

Technical

Assesssment

Precision



technology-

communication/

Computer-driven

exam - 36 questions

Online Criterion-

Referenced

Cut Score

$8 per

assessment -

$8 for pre-

test; $8 for

post-test

Web & Digital

Design

Digital Media 1B

(811)

Academic and

Technical

Assesssment

Precision



technology-

communication/

Computer-driven

exam

Online Criterion-

Referenced

Cut Score

$8 per

assessment -

$8 for pre-

test; $8 for

post-test

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● For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARYWeb & Digital

Design

Digital Media II

(815)

Academic and

Technical

Assesssment

Precision



technology-

communication/

Computer-driven

exam - 42 questions

Online Criterion-

Referenced

Cut Score

$8 per

assessment -

$8 for pre-

test; $8 for

post-test

Web & Digital

Design

Gaming

Fundamentals

(896)

Academic and

Technical

Assesssment

Precision



technology-

communication/

Computer-driven

exam - 42 questions

Online Criterion-

Referenced

Cut Score

$8 per

assessment -

$8 for pre-

test; $8 for

post-test

Web & Digital

Design

Web Development

A (893)

Academic and

Technical

Assesssment

Precision



technology-

communication/

Computer-driven

exam - 42 questions

Online Criterion-

Referenced

Cut Score

$8 per

assessment -

$8 for pre-

test; $8 for

post-test

Web & Digital

Design

Web Development

B (894)

Academic and

Technical

Assesssment

Precision



technology-

communication/

Computer-driven

exam - 42 questions

Online Criterion-

Referenced

Cut Score

$8 per

assessment -

$8 for pre-

test; $8 for

post-test

Web & Digital

Design

Web Development

A & B (893 & 894)

Academic and

Technical

Assesssment

Precision



technology-

communication/

Computer-driven

exam - 82 questions

Online Criterion-

Referenced

Cut Score

$8 per

assessment -

$8 for pre-

test; $8 for

post-test

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Web & Digital

Design

3D Visualization &

Animation

Academic and

Technical

Assesssment

SkillsUSA http://www.workforcereadysy

stem.org/

Computer-driven

exam is 40

questions

Online 70% $15 per

assessment

for SkillsUSA

member;

$25 per

assessment

for non-

member

Web & Digital

Design

Graphic

Communications

Academic and

Technical

Assesssment

SkillsUSA/

Print Ed

http://www.workforcereadysy

stem.org/

Computer-driven

exam is 40

questions

Online 65% $15 per

assessment

for SkillsUSA

member;

$25 per

assessment

for non-

member

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PASSING

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● For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARYSkillsUSA Work

Force Ready

System

SkillsUSA SITE

COORDINAT

OR

Each institution / consortium

should have a coordinator

who contacts SkillsUSA to

obtain assessment exams,

proctoring information, data

management needs, and other

important functions.

Web & Digital

Design

Visual

Communication

Using Adobe

Photosop

Technical

Assessment

Certiport http://www.certiport.com/por

tal/DesktopDefault.aspx?page

=common/pagelibrary/adobe_

PS.html

http://www.workfor

cereadysystem.org/i

ndex.shtml

Online $52.92

Standard;

$63.50 w/

retake;

$2950

unlimited

Classroom

license for 1

year

Web & Digital

Design

Web Design Academic

Assessment

NOCTI http://www.nocti.org Job-ready

assessment that

verifies student

mastery of the

knowledge and skills

in web design

careers.

Online Criterion-

Referenced

Cut Score

http://www.n

octi.org/pdf/C

RCutScores.p

df

$22 for post-

test only;

$32 for pre-

test & post-

test

Your Proctor name, email address

and phone number are required

when ordering assessments to be

administered to students. Click

below for the SkillsUSA Work

Force Ready System Web site and

browse the various Assessment

Links and other details:

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Practical)

PASSING

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Design

Visual

Communications

& Interactive

Media Design

Academic

Assessment


assessment that

verifies student

mastery of the


in visual

communications

and interactive

media design

Online Criterion-

Referenced

Cut Score

http://www.n

octi.org/pdf/C

RCutScores.p

df

$22 for post-

test only;

$32 for pre-

test & post-

test

Web & Digital

Design

Visual Arts Academic

Assessment


assessment that

verifies student

mastery of the


in visual arts careers

Online Criterion-

Referenced

Cut Score

http://www.n

octi.org/pdf/C

RCutScores.p

df

$22 for post-

test only;

$32 for pre-

test & post-

test

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testing site

coordinator

webinar

training

sessions:

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blications.cf

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NOCTI strongly recommends

that new Testing Site

Coordinators plan to attend a

webinar training session. Click

here to schedule a session or

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Web & Digital

Design

3D Graphics (818) Academic and

Technical

Assesssment

Precision



technology-

communication/

Computer-driven

exam - 54 questions

Online Criterion-

Referenced

Cut Score

$8 per

assessment -

$8 for pre-

test; $8 for

post-test

Web & Digital

Design

3D Animation

(819)

Academic and

Technical

Assesssment

Precision



technology-

communication/

Computer-driven

exam - 48 questions

Online Criterion-

Referenced

Cut Score

$8 per

assessment -

$8 for pre-

test; $8 for

post-test

Web & Digital

Design

Business Web

Page Design (254)

Academic and

Technical

Assesssment

Precision



technology-

communication/

Computer-driven

exam - 45 questions

Online Criterion-

Referenced

Cut Score

$8 per

assessment -

$8 for pre-

test; $8 for

post-test

Web & Digital

Design

Digital Media 1A

(810)

Academic and

Technical

Assesssment

Precision



technology-

communication/

Computer-driven

exam - 36 questions

Online Criterion-

Referenced

Cut Score

$8 per

assessment -

$8 for pre-

test; $8 for

post-test

Web & Digital

Design

Digital Media 1B

(811)

Academic and

Technical

Assesssment

Precision



technology-

communication/

Computer-driven

exam

Online Criterion-

Referenced

Cut Score

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assessment -

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test; $8 for

post-test

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TION


Practical)

PASSING

SCORECOST COMMENTS


Design

Digital Media II

(815)

Academic and

Technical

Assesssment

Precision



technology-

communication/

Computer-driven

exam - 42 questions

Online Criterion-

Referenced

Cut Score

$8 per

assessment -

$8 for pre-

test; $8 for

post-test

Web & Digital

Design

Gaming

Fundamentals

(896)

Academic and

Technical

Assesssment

Precision



technology-

communication/

Computer-driven

exam - 42 questions

Online Criterion-

Referenced

Cut Score

$8 per

assessment -

$8 for pre-

test; $8 for

post-test

Web & Digital

Design

Web Development

A (893)

Academic and

Technical

Assesssment

Precision



technology-

communication/

Computer-driven

exam - 42 questions

Online Criterion-

Referenced

Cut Score

$8 per

assessment -

$8 for pre-

test; $8 for

post-test

Web & Digital

Design

Web Development

B (894)

Academic and

Technical

Assesssment

Precision



technology-

communication/

Computer-driven

exam - 42 questions

Online Criterion-

Referenced

Cut Score

$8 per

assessment -

$8 for pre-

test; $8 for

post-test

Web & Digital

Design

Web Development

A & B (893 & 894)

Academic and

Technical

Assesssment

Precision



technology-

communication/

Computer-driven

exam - 82 questions

Online Criterion-

Referenced

Cut Score

$8 per

assessment -

$8 for pre-

test; $8 for

post-test

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TION


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PASSING

SCORECOST COMMENTS

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COORDINAT

OR

Each institution / consortium

should have a coordinator

who contacts SkillsUSA to

obtain assessment exams,

proctoring information, data


important functions.

Go to:

www.precisionexam

s.com

Web & Digital

Design

3D Visualization &

Animation

Academic and

Technical

Assesssment

SkillsUSA http://www.workforcereadysy

stem.org/

Computer-driven

exam is 40

questions

Online 75% $15 per

assessment

for SkillsUSA

member;

$25 per

assessment

for non-

member

Web & Digital

Design

Graphic

Communications

Academic and

Technical

Assesssment

SkillsUSA/

Print Ed

http://www.workforcereadysy

stem.org/

Computer-driven

exam is 40

questions

Online 65% $15 per

assessment

for SkillsUSA

member;

$25 per

assessment

for non-

member

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ASSESSMENT

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PREREQUISITES

ADMINISTRA-

TION


Practical)

PASSING

SCORECOST COMMENTS

● For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARYVisual Arts Check all Adobe

Certifications

including Visual

Communication

Using Adobe

Photoshop

Technical

Assessment

Certiport http://www.certiport.com/por

tal/DesktopDefault.aspx?page

=common/pagelibrary/adobe_

PS.html

Computer-driven

exam; 39 questions

Completion of

Adobe Curriculum

and Photoshop

experience

Online $52.92

Standard;

$63.50 w/

retake;

$2950

unlimited

Classroom

license for 1

year

Web & Digital

Design

Web Design Academic

Assessment


assessment that

verifies student

mastery of the


in web design

careers.

Online Criterion-

Referenced

Cut Score

http://www.n

octi.org/pdf/C

RCutScores.p

df

$22 for post-

test only;

$32 for pre-

test & post-

test

Web & Digital

Design

Visual

Communications

& Interactive

Media Design

Academic

Assessment


assessment that

verifies student

mastery of the


in visual

communications

and interactive

media design

careers

Online Criterion-

Referenced

Cut Score

http://www.n

octi.org/pdf/C

RCutScores.p

df

$22 for post-

test only;

$32 for pre-

test & post-

test

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ASSESSMENT

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REQUIREMENTS /

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ADMINISTRA-

TION


Practical)

PASSING

SCORECOST COMMENTS


Design

Visual Arts Academic

Assessment


assessment that

verifies student

mastery of the


in visual arts careers

Online Criterion-

Referenced

Cut Score

http://www.n

octi.org/pdf/C

RCutScores.p

df

$22 for post-

test only;

$32 for pre-

test & post-

test

NOCTI NOCTI NOCTI

TESTING

AGREEMENT

Each institution/ consortium

should have a Testing

Coordinator who contacts

NOCTI to obtain assessment

exams, proctoring

information, data


important functions. Click here

for the NOCTI Testing

Agreement form:

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PASSING

SCORECOST COMMENTS

● For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARYNOCTI NOCTI NOCTI: New

testing site

coordinator

webinar

training

sessions:

http://www.

nocti.org/pu

blications.cf

m

NOCTI strongly recommends

that new Testing Site

Coordinators plan to attend a

webinar training session. Click

here to schedule a session or

take a tour:

http://www.nocti.org/Webina

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Minnesota Common Core Competencies 7/1/2017



SecondaryPost-

secondary

MEASURE 01.01.01 Identify training, education and

certification requirements for career choice. Y Y

MEASURE 01.01.02 Participate in career-related

training and/or degree programs. O Ye.g. Career Fair, work-based learning, summer

camps

MEASURE 01.01.03 Pass certification tests to

qualify for licensure and/or certification in chosen

occupational area.O O

MEASURE 01.02.01 Model behaviors that

demonstrate active listening.Y Y

Comment from Business/Industry:

Communication skills are essential in this

industry. Speak, write well, explain opinions, and

constructive criticism.

MEASURE 01.02.02 Adapt language for audience,

purpose, situation. (e.g., diction/structure, style). Y Y

MEASURE 01.02.03 Organize oral and written

information. Y Y

MEASURE 01.02.04 Compose focused copy for a

variety of written documents such as agendas,

audio-visuals, bibliographies, drafts,

forms/documents, notes, oral presentations,

reports, and technical terminology.

Y Y

INDICATOR 01.01 Complete required

training, education, and certification to

prepare for employment in the Web &

Digital Communications career pathway.

INDICATOR 01.02 Demonstrate

language arts knowledge and skills

required to pursue the full range of post-

secondary education and career

opportunities.

TOPIC 1: ACADEMIC FOUNDATIONS - Achieve additional academic knowledge and skills required to pursue the full range of career and postsecondary education

opportunities within the Web & Digital Communications career pathway.

PERFORMANCE INDICATOR PERFORMANCE MEASURE

KEY: Y=Essential N=Not Essential O=Optional

COMMON CORE

COMPETENCIES- Consensus among work group - COMMENTS




SecondaryPost-

secondary





COMMON CORE


MEASURE 01.02.05 Edit copy to create focused

written documents such as agendas, audio-visuals,

bibliographies, drafts, forms/documents, notes, oral

presentations, reports, and technical terminology. Y Y

MEASURE 01.02.06 Comprehend key elements of

oral and written information such as cause/effect,

comparisons/contrasts, conclusions, context,

purpose, charts/tables/graphs, evaluation/critiques,

mood, persuasive text, sequence, summaries, and

technical subject matter.

Y Y

e.g., Textbook.

MEASURE 01.02.07 Evaluate oral and written

information for accuracy, adequacy/sufficiency,

appropriateness, clarity, conclusions/solutions,

fact/opinion, propaganda, relevancy, validity, and

relationship of ideas.

Y Y

MEASURE 01.02.08 Identify assumptions, purpose,

outcomes/solutions, and propaganda techniques.O Y

e.g., Textbook.

MEASURE 01.02.09 Predict potential outcomes

and/or solutions based on oral and written

information regarding trends. O Y





opportunities.




SecondaryPost-

secondary





COMMON CORE


MEASURE 01.02.10 Present formal and informal

speeches including discussion, information

requests, interpretation, and persuasive arguments. O Y

MEASURE 01.03.01 Identify whole numbers,

percents, decimals, and fractions. Y Y

MEASURE 01.03.02 Demonstrate knowledge of

basic arithmetic operations such as addition,

subtraction, multiplication, and division. Y Y

MEASURE 01.03.03 Demonstrate use of relational

expressions such as equal to, not equal, greater

than, less than, etc.Y Y

e.g., Comparison statements

MEASURE 01.03.04 Apply data and measurements

to solve a problem. O Ye.g., AB testing

MEASURE 01.03.05 Analyze mathematical problem

statements for missing and/or irrelevant data. O Ye.g., Proofing your work

MEASURE 01.03.06 Construct charts/tables/graphs

from functions and data. O Y

MEASURE 01.04.01 Evaluate scientific constructs

including conclusions, conflicting data, controls,

data, inferences, limitations, questions, sources of

errors, and variables.N Y





opportunities.


mathematics knowledge and skills



opportunities.

INDICATOR 01.04 Demonstrate science

knowledge and skills required to pursue

the full range of post-secondary and

career education opportunities.




SecondaryPost-

secondary





COMMON CORE


MEASURE 01.04.02 Apply scientific methods in

qualitative and quantitative analysis, data gathering,

direct and indirect observation, predictions, and

problem identification.N Y

e.g., Psychology / sociology / demographics /

marketing.

MEASURE 01.05.01 Compare the changing

purposes served by visual arts throughout history.

O O

Comment from Postsecondary: Essential in

Visual Communications

Comment from Business/Industry: History in

this case is recent history (i.e., 6 years) and how

design and technology changes continually.

MEASURE 01.05.02 Analyze the opportunities for

communication through the visual arts. O O



MEASURE 01.05.03 Evaluate works of art using

critical thinking skills. O OComment from Postsecondary: Essential in


MEASURE 01.05.04 Present written and oral

evaluations of visual communication.O O


Visual Communications.

Comment from Business/Industry: Oral

evaluation is important.

MEASURE 01.05.05 Defend written and oral

evaluations of visual art works. O OComment from Postsecondary: Essential in


MEASURE 01.05.06 Analyze the development of

recent tools and technologies employed in the

visual communications. O O



INDICATOR 01.04 Demonstrate science

knowledge and skills required to pursue

the full range of post-secondary and

career education opportunities.

INDICATOR 01.05 Research the history

and evolution of visual arts and their role

within society to demonstrate a broad

understanding of themes and trends in

the Web & Digital Communications

pathway.




SecondaryPost-

secondary





COMMON CORE


MEASURE 01.05.07 Explain the affect of recent

tools and technologies on the evolution of the visual

communications. O O



MEASURE 01.06.01 Analyze the elements and

principles of art applied to visual art forms. Y YComment from Secondary: Identify, rather than

analyze.

MEASURE 01.06.02 Analyze the communicative

effects of art elements. Y Y

MEASURE 02.01.01 Read to acquire meaning from

written material and to apply the information to

tasks.Y Y

e.g., Apply written directions to achieve tasks.

MEASURE 02.01.02 Apply active listening skills.Y Y

e.g., Demonstrate active listening skills.

MEASURE 02.01.03 Apply verbal skills in

performing activities.Y Y

e.g., Employ communication styles appropriate

to target audience (Business/Industry input);

working in groups.

MEASURE 02.01.04 Record information when

performing activities. Y YComment from Business/Industry: E.g.,

Organize information graphically.

MEASURE 02.01.05 Write internal and external

business correspondence.O Y

e.g., Select and utilize appropriate formats for

professional writing.

Comment from Postsecondary: Important as far

as web content.

INDICATOR 01.05 Research the history

and evolution of visual arts and their role

within society to demonstrate a broad

understanding of themes and trends in

the Web & Digital Communications

pathway.

INDICATOR 01.06 Analyze elements and

principles of the visual arts and what

they communicate to demonstrate an

understanding of this art form as a

means to express ideas.

TOPIC 2: COMMUNICATIONS - Communicate clearly and effectively including technical terminology and information.

INDICATOR 02.01 Obtain and convey

ideas and information to facilitate

business operations.




SecondaryPost-

secondary





COMMON CORE


MEASURE 02.01.06 Communicate with team

members in workplace. Y Ye.g., Choose appropriate channel for workplace

communication.

MEASURE 02.01.07 Communicate effectively with

customers to foster positive relationships that

enhance company image. Y Y

e.g., Adapt communication to the cultural and

social differences among clients.

MEASURE 02.01.08 Use communication skills to

influence others. O Ye.g., Demonstrate negotiation skills.(Business

and Industry input)

INDICATOR 02.01 Obtain and convey

ideas and information to facilitate

business operations.




SecondaryPost-

secondary





COMMON CORE


MEASURE 03.01.01 Explain information design (ID)

theory and practice. Y Ye.g., Apply general systems theory to the analysis

and development of an information design

(Business and Industry input)

MEASURE 03.01.02 Explain information design (ID)

problem-solving techniques and approaches. Y Y

MEASURE 03.01.03 Evaluate information design

(ID) problem-solving techniques and approaches. Y Y

MEASURE 03.03.01 Demonstrate the use of

information organization principles. Y Ye.g., Demonstrate knowledge of group support

technology for common knowledge

requirements.

MEASURE 03.03.02 Demonstrate the use of design

and color principles.Y Y

MEASURE 04.01.01 Manage personal schedules

and contact information. O Y

MEASURE 04.01.02 Create memos and notes.O Y

INDICATOR 04.02 Employ technological

tools to expedite workflow.

MEASURE 04.02.01 Use technology tools to

manage and perform work responsibilities. Y Y

TOPIC 4: TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS - Use technology tools to enhance productivity.

INDICATOR 04.01 Use technology

applications to increase workplace

efficiency.

INDICATOR 03.03 Employ organization

and design principles to sort and group

information.

TOPIC 3: PROBLEM-SOLVING AND CRITICAL THINKING - Utilize critical thinking skills to make sense of problems and persevere in solving them. Employ valid,

reliable research strategies. Demonstrate creativity and innovation.

INDICATOR 03.01 Implement problem-

solving processes to evaluate and verify

the nature of problems.




SecondaryPost-

secondary





COMMON CORE


INDICATOR 04.03 Operate technology

applications to communicate within a

workplace.

MEASURE 04.03.01 Use technology to share files

and documents. Y Y

MEASURE 04.04.01 Search for information and

resources. Y Y

MEASURE 04.04.02 Evaluate Internet resources for

reliability and validity. Y Y

MEASURE 04.05.01 Prepare documents and other

business communications. O Y

MEASURE 04.05.02 Prepare reports and other

business communications by integrating graphics

and other non-text elements. O Y

MEASURE 04.05.03 Prepare multi-media

publications. O Y

MEASURE 04.06.01 Prepare presentations for

training, or sales or information sharing. O Y

MEASURE 04.06.02 Deliver presentations with

supporting materials. O Y

INDICATOR 04.04 Operate Internet

applications to perform workplace tasks.

INDICATOR 04.05 Use technology to

prepare business communications.

INDICATOR 04.06 Operate presentation

applications to prepare presentations.




SecondaryPost-

secondary





COMMON CORE


MEASURE 04.07.01 Create a spreadsheet.N Y

Comment from Postsecondary: Depends on job.

MEASURE 04.07.02 Perform calculations and

analyses on data using a spreadsheet. N Y

MEASURE 04.08.01 Manipulate data elements.

N Y

MEASURE 04.08.02 Manage interrelated data

elements. N Y

MEASURE 04.08.03 Analyze interrelated data

elements. N Y

MEASURE 04.08.04 Generate reports showing

interrelated data elements. N Y

MEASURE 04.09.01 Facilitate group work through

management of shared schedule and contact

information.N Y


management of shared files and online information. N Y


digital communications or virtual meetings. N Y

INDICATOR 04.07 Employ spreadsheet

applications to organize and manipulate

data.

INDICATOR 04.08 Employ database

applications to manage data.

INDICATOR 04.09 Employ

collaborative/groupware applications to

facilitate group work.




SecondaryPost-

secondary





COMMON CORE


MEASURE 04.10.01 Manage files.Y Y

e.g., Create naming convention.

MEASURE 04.10.02 Manage file storage.Y Y

e.g., Cloud, remote server, networks

MEASURE 04.10.03 Compress or alter files.Y Y

INDICATOR 05.01 Analyze and

summarize the use of web and digital

communications in business to enhance

effectiveness.

MEASURE 05.01.01 Integrate web and digital

communications into various types of business

models. O Y

e.g., Determine how business activities interface

with web and digital communications functions.

Comment from Business/Industry: Understand

differences between small vs large businesses.

MEASURE 05.02.01 Summarize the importance of

cross-functional teams in achieving project goals. O YE.g., Consider the benefits of using a cross-

functional team in policy and procedure

development.

MEASURE 05.02.02 Describe strategies for

maximizing productivity in a high tech environment. N Y

MEASURE 05.03.02 Define scope of work to

achieve individual and group goals. Y YE.g., Assess the task's contribution to overall

business needs.

MEASURE 05.03.01 Use standard project

management best practices. N

INDICATOR 05.03 Employ project

management knowledge to oversee

projects.

e.g., Develop the project's contribution to

business needs; develop task list (work

breakdown structures).Y

INDICATOR 05.02 Implement cross-

functional teams to achieve project

goals.

INDICATOR 04.10 Employ computer

operations applications to manage work

tasks.

TOPIC 5: ORGANIZATIONAL AND GLOBAL SYSTEMS - Understand the environmental, social, and economic impacts of decisions within an organization. Understand

global context of industries and careers.




SecondaryPost-

secondary





COMMON CORE


MEASURE 05.03.03 Develop time and activity plans

to achieve objectives. Y YE.g., Coordinate plan with team, cross-functional

groups, or individuals.

INDICATOR 05.04 Understand the

environmental, social, and economic

impacts of decisions within an

organization.

MEASURE 05.04.01 Understand how decisions of

an organization impact the environment, the

society, and the economy locally and globally. O Y

INDICATOR 05.05.01 Understand the global

marketplace. Y Y

INDICATOR 05.05.02 Understand how the global

marketplace impacts industries and careers. O Y

MEASURE 06.01.01 Identify safety hazards

common to workplaces. Y Ye.g. Including personal workplace

MEASURE 06.01.02 Identify safety standards and

precautions to maintain a safe worksite.Y Y

e.g. Including personal workplace

INDICATOR 05.03 Employ project

management knowledge to oversee

projects.

TOPIC 6: SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL - Understand the importance of safety, health, and environmental management systems and their importance to

organizational performance and regulatory compliance.

INDICATOR 06.01 Implement personal

and jobsite safety rules and regulations

to maintain safe and healthful working

conditions and environments.

INDICATOR 05.05 Understand global

context of industries and careers.




SecondaryPost-

secondary





COMMON CORE


MEASURE 07.01.01 Understand the various roles of

leaders within organizations.

O Y

e.g. contribute ideas; share in building an

organization; act as role models to employees by

adhering to company policies, procedures, and

standards; promote the organization’s vision;

and mentor others

INDICATOR 07.01.02 Employ organizational and

team development skills to foster positive working

relationships and accomplish organizational goals. O Y

e.g. Work with others to develop and gain

commitment to team goals; initiating or replying

to work/customers/coworkers, etc.; model

leadership and teamwork qualities to aid in

employee morale

INDICATOR 07.01.03 Use teamwork skills to

achieve collective goals and use team members'

talents effectively. Y Y

e.g. Promote the full involvement and use of

team members' individual talents and skills;

demonstrate teamwork skills to achieve

particular tasks

MEASURE 07.01.04 Identify qualities of effective

leaders in relation to self, team, community,

diversity, environment, and global competence

when leading others.

O Y

e.g. Trust, positive attitude, integrity, and

willingness to accept key responsibilities in a

work situation.

MEASURE 07.01.05 Identify traits of effective

teams in relation to self, team, community,

diversity, environment, and global competence

when working with others. Y Y

e.g. Trust, positive attitude, integrity, and

willingness to work as a productive member in a

team; understand the role of boss & coworkers;

refrain from criticizing the boss or organization

INDICATOR 07.01 Use leadership skills

and ongoing training to accomplish

organizational goals and objectives.

TOPIC 7: LEADERSHIP AND TEAMWORK - Use leadership in collaborating with others to accomplish productive organizational goals and objectives with an

awareness of cultural/global competence.




SecondaryPost-

secondary





COMMON CORE


MEASURE 07.01.06 Participate in civic and

community leadership and teamwork opportunities

to enhance skills. O O

e.g. Student organization activities, service

learning

INDICATOR 07.02 Conduct and

participate in meetings to accomplish

work tasks.

Measure 07.02.01 Conduct and participate in

meetings to acccomplish work tasksY Y

MEASURE 08.01.01 Explain legal issues faced by

professionals. N YE.g., Demonstrate knowledge of the legal issues

that face Technology professionals.

MEASURE 08.01.02 Understand the rights and

responsibilities of technology professionals. N O

MEASURE 08.01.03 Identify ethical issues common

to the technology field. Y Y

MEASURE 08.01.04 Design and implement web

tools and technologies to conform to the Web

Accessibility Initiative (WAI) for people with

disabilities.O Y

e.g., Section 508; American Disability Act (ADA)

Comment from Secondary: Include as a topic of

discussion.

Comment from Business/Industry: e.g., Quality

assurance.

INDICATOR 07.01 Use leadership skills

and ongoing training to accomplish

organizational goals and objectives.

TOPIC 8: ETHICS AND LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES - Know, understand, and model the importance of ethics, integrity, and legal responsibilities.

INDICATOR 08.01 Apply standard

practices and behaviors that meet legal

and ethical responsibilities and exhibit

positive cyber-citizenry to understand

legal issues faced by professionals.




SecondaryPost-

secondary





COMMON CORE


MEASURE 09.01.01 Understand how personal

conduct affects job success.Y Y

Knowing yourself, employment etiquette,

supporting supervisor & coworkers, effective

interpersonal relationsand appropriate use of

social media.

MEASURE 09.01.02 Understand the importance of

balancing personal and work responsibilities. Y Y

MEASURE 09.01.03 Identify and demonstrate

positive personal qualities and work behaviors

needed to be employable. Y Y

e.g. Self-discipline, self-worth, positive attitude,

integrity, flexbility, cultural competence,

willingness to learn new knowledge and skills,

good nutrition and health habits including being

drug free.

MEASURE 09.01.04 Manage work roles and

responsibilities to balance them with other life roles

and responsibilities.O Y

MEASURE 09.02.01 Develop education plan and

career goals and objectives as part of a plan for

future career direction.

N Y

e.g. Personal Learning Plan, Program of Study

Comment from Secondary: May be completed

through guidance and career counseling; also

through mentorship and work-based learning

programs.

MEASURE 09.02.02 Develop strategies to reach

career objectives. O Y

INDICATOR 09.01 Understand how

personal health, personal conduct, and

financial well-being affects job success.

INDICATOR 09.02 Develop a personal

education and career plan to meet career

goals and objectives.

TOPIC 9: EMPLOYABILITY AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT - Attend to personal health and financial well-being. Know and understand the importance of employability

skills. Plan education and career paths aligned to personal goals and employability goals. Act as a responsible and contributing citizen and employee.




SecondaryPost-

secondary





COMMON CORE


MEASURE 09.03.01 Use multiple resources to

locate job opportunities.N Y

Comment from Secondary: May be completed

through guidance and career counseling; also

through mentorship and work-based learning

programs.

MEASURE 09.03.02 Gather necessary work history

information as required by the job posting. N Y

e.g. Resume, cover letter, portfolio and

application

MEASURE 09.03.03 Research industry and specific

company to prepare for job opening. N Y

MEASURE 09.03.04 Prepare for interview for

employment. N Y

MEASURE 09.04.01 Determine appropriate

educational and work history highlights to include in

a career portfolio/ resume/ document. N Y

Comment from Secondary: Graduation

requirement - World's Best Workforce

MEASURE 09.04.02 Create a record of career, work

experiences, licenses, certifications and products. N YComment from Secondary: Graduation


MEASURE 09.04.03 Organize electronic or physical

portfolio/ resume/ document.

Y O

e.g. Work experience, licensure, certification, and

product for use in demonstrating knowledge,

skills and experiences.

Comment from Secondary: Graduation


INDICATOR 09.03 Demonstrate skills

related to seeking and applying for

employment to find and obtain a desired

job.

INDICATOR 09.04 Maintain a career

portfolio, industry certification, and/or

licensure to document knowledge, skills

and experience in a career field.




SecondaryPost-

secondary





COMMON CORE


INDICATOR 09.05.01 Match personal interest and

aptitudes to selected careers. Y Y

INDICATOR 09.05.02 Identify and explore career

opportunities in career pathway(s). Y Y

INDICATOR 09.05.03 Identify and exhibit traits for

retaining employment. Y Y

INDICATOR 09.05.04 Identify opportunities for

career advancement. Y Y

MEASURE 09.05.05 Pursue education and training

opportunities to acquire skills necessary for career

advancement. O Y

MEASURE 09.05.06 Examine the organization and

structure of various segments of the industry to

prepare for career advancement. N Y

MEASURE 09.05.07 Research local and regional

labor (workforce) market and job growth

information to project potential for advancement. O Y

MEASURE 09.05.08 Participate in relevant

conferences, workshops, mentoring activities and in-

service training to stay current with recent changes

in the field.

O O

INDICATOR 09.05 Demonstrate skills in

evaluating and comparing employment

opportunities in order to accept

employment positions that match career

goals.




SecondaryPost-

secondary





COMMON CORE


MEASURE 09.05.09 Resesarch and examine

licensing, certification and credentialing

requirements at the national, state and local levels

to maintain compliance with industry requirements. O O

MEASURE 09.06.01 Use self assessment,

organizational priorities, journals, internet sites,

professional associations, peers and other resources

to develop goals that address training, education,

and self-improvement issues.

N O

MEASURE 09.06.02 Read technical books to keep

current on industry trends. N Oe.g., O'Reilly; Pragmatic Programming

INDICATOR 10.01 Iterate through the

design and development process to

create a uniform web/digital product.

MEASURE 10.01.01 Participate in the iterative

development with clients and team members.O Y

e.g., Identify and track critical milestones.

Basic knowledge of version control to track

changes.

INDICATOR 10.02 Participate in a user

focused design and development process

to produce Web and digital

communications solutions.

MEASURE 10.02.01 Analyze usability and

accessibility as it pertains to consumer needs.

O Y

e.g., Demonstrate that website meets the

validation process and is compatible across

multiple browsers and devices.

e.g., Demonstrate knowledge of WAI priorities.

INDICATOR 09.05 Demonstrate skills in

evaluating and comparing employment

opportunities in order to accept

employment positions that match career

goals.

INDICATOR 09.06 Continue professional

development to keep current on relevant

trends and information within the

industry.

TOPIC 10: TECHNOLOGY LITERACY - Apply technical knowledge and skills required to pursue the targeted careers in the Web & Digital Communications career

pathway.

PATHWAY TOPIC INDICATOR 01 WEB AND DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS




SecondaryPost-

secondary





COMMON CORE


MEASURE 10.03.01 Implement functional design

criteria.Y Y

e.g., Identify, utilize and create reusable

components.

Comment from Business/Industry: Essential in

motion graphics.

MEASURE 10.03.02 Create product visual design.

Y Y

e.g., Apply principles and elements of design.


motion graphics.

MEASURE 10.03.03 Apply basic motion graphics

programming knowledge.Y Y

e.g., Demonstrate knowledge of key frames and

frames.


motion graphics.

MEASURE 10.04.01 Gather data to identify

customer requirements. Y Ye.g., Determine client’s needs and expected

outcomes.

MEASURE 10.04.02 Collect requirements data from

customers and competing Web sites. O Ye.g., Determine purpose of the digital

communication project.

MEASURE 10.04.03 Evaluate requirements data

that has been collected. Y Y

MEASURE 10.04.04 Demonstrate how to create and

receive approval for a Web site plan. O Y

MEASURE 10.04.05 Convey technical concepts from

Web design to a non-technical audience. O Y

INDICATOR 10.03 Design and employ

the use of motion graphics to create a

visual Web/digital designs.

INDICATOR 10.04 Gather and analyze

digital communication customer

requirements to best meet consumer

needs.




SecondaryPost-

secondary





COMMON CORE


INDICATOR 10.05 Define the scope of

digital communication work in a written

form to summarize and meet customer

requirements.

MEASURE 10.05.01 Define scope of work to meet

customer requirements.

O Y

e.g., Develop a design brief; determine the target

audience requirements (such as web

accessibility).

MEASURE 10.06.01 Prepare work flow to

specifications. O Ye.g., Develop flowchart/navigational blueprints.

MEASURE 10.06.02 Prepare visual design

specifications. Y Ye.g., Develop storyboards.

MEASURE 10.06.03 Create final project plan.

Y Ye.g., Identify and obtain tools and resources to

do the job.

INDICATOR 10.07 Demonstrate the

effective use of tools for digital

communication production,

development and project management

to complete Web/digital communication

projects.

MEASURE 10.07.01 Select and use appropriate &

efficient software tools.

Y Y

e.g., Demonstrate proficiency in the use of digital

imaging, digital video techniques, and

equipment.

Comments from Business/Industry: Teach how

to select and why use tools.

Tools are changing so much - should be concepts,

not tools.

Basic tools - understand how to use.

INDICATOR 10.06 Prepare digital

communication product specifications to

communicate specifications with various

audiences.




SecondaryPost-

secondary





COMMON CORE


MEASURE 10.08.01 Implement functional design

criteria. Y Ye.g., Create and refine design concepts.

MEASURE 10.08.02 Create product visual design.

Y Y

e.g., Create graphical images and/or video

elements.

Basic knowledge of version control (to track

changes).

Comment from Business/Industry: Depends on

specialization based on job area.

MEASURE 10.08.03 Use basic Web development

skills.Y Y

e.g., Demonstrate that website meets the

validation process and is compatible across

multiple browsers and devices.

MEASURE 10.08.04 Summarize Internet

architecture elements. O Ye.g., Demonstrate knowledge of Web 2.0. and

emerging Web 3.0 technologies.

MEASURE 10.08.05 Apply basic Web programming

knowledge. O Ye.g., Demonstrate knowledge of the purpose of

web content delivery enablers (e.g., CGI, API,

PHP, SSI).

Comment from Business/Industry: Knowledge of MEASURE 10.08.06 Apply Web administration skills

to maintain a Web application. N Ye.g., Demonstrate knowledge of how to use

advanced communication protocols.

MEASURE 10.09.01 Produce a digital

communication product as member of a

development team.Y Y

e.g., Develop a conceptual model for the digital

communication project.

MEASURE 10.09.02 Create functional design

criteria. Y Ye.g., Create and produce content.

INDICATOR 10.08 Apply knowledge of

Web design, programming, and

administration to develop and maintain

Web applications.

INDICATOR 10.09 Create and implement

a digital communication product to meet

customer needs.




SecondaryPost-

secondary





COMMON CORE


MEASURE 10.09.03 Apply functional design terms

and criteria. Y Y

MEASURE 10.09.04 Create support for visual

design.Y Y

e.g., Create graphical images and video.

Comments from Business/Industry: Depends on

job specifications. Difference between front end

and back end.

MEASURE 10.09.05 Produce content for a digital

communication product. Y Ye.g., Produce or acquire graphics content.

MEASURE 10.09.06 Acquire content for use in a

digital communication product. Y Y

MEASURE 10.09.07 Apply Web development

knowledge. Y Y

e.g., Demonstrate knowledge of the purpose of

web content delivery enablers (e.g., CGI, API,

PHP, SSI).

MEASURE 10.09.08 Apply Web programming

knowledge. O Ye.g., Demonstrate knowledge of key frames.

MEASURE 10.09.09 Apply basic motion graphics

programming knowledge. O Ye.g., Integrate the use of photographic special

effects into interactive media presentations.

MEASURE 10.09.10 Describe search engine

management (SEM) and search engine optimization

(SEO).O Y

Comment from Business/Industry: Make sure

your site is working properly - knowledge of web

master and web tools.

MEASURE 10.09.11 Integrate media elements.Y Y

MEASURE 10.09.12 Explain concepts involved in

social networking. Y YComment from Business/Industry: Concepts are

key in this measure.

INDICATOR 10.09 Create and implement

a digital communication product to meet

customer needs.




SecondaryPost-

secondary





COMMON CORE


MEASURE 10.10.01 Develop a test plan for the

digital communication product. N Ye.g.Perform usability tests.

MEASURE 10.10.02 Implement a test plan for the

digital communication product. N Ye.g., Identify problems and test appropriate

solutions.

MEASURE 10.10.03 Perform troubleshooting

techniques in order to solve problems. Y Y

MEASURE 10.11.01 Summarize digital

communication quality assurance measures.N Y

e.g., Demonstrate knowledge of the quality

assurance (QA) process.

Comment from Business/Industry: Need to

know and understand!

MEASURE 10.11.02 Perform quality assurance tasks

to produce a quality product.

N Y

e.g., Follow established procedures for testing,

identifying problems, and tracking resolutions.

Comment from Business/Industry: Measure

more job specific but need to know.

INDICATOR 10.10 Test a digital

communication product to evaluate its

functionality.

INDICATOR 10.11 Identify and

implement quality assurance processes

to deliver a quality digital

communication products and services.




SecondaryPost-

secondary





COMMON CORE


MEASURE 10.12.01 Analyze software technical

support needs. N Ye.g., Apply information and data analysis

techniques.

MEASURE 10.12.02 Apply customer service

techniques and strategies. N Ye.g., Provide troubleshooting for digital

communication products.

MEASURE 10.12.03 Perform product maintenance

activities. N Y

e.g., Follow organizational procedural in

communicate and document maintenance tasks.

MEASURE 10.13.01 Explain the concept of

intellectual property. Y Y

Comment from Business/Industry: Really

important because can put employment at risk.

MEASURE 10.13.02 Differentiate between

copyright and trademarks. Y Y

MEASURE 10.13.03 Describe the function of a non-

disclosure agreement (NDA). Y Y

INDICATOR 10.13 Consider intellectual

property issues when creating Web

pages.

INDICATOR 10.12 Perform maintenance

and customer support functions for

digital communication products to

maintain the delivery of quality products

that meet customer needs.

Minnesota Technical Skill Assessment Blueprint 7/1/2017

Career Cluster: Information Technology

Career Pathway: Web and Digital Communications

SECONDARYPOST-

SECONDARY

BUSINESS &

INDUSTRY

% of

Assessment

↓

% of

Assessment

↓

% of

Assessment

↓

1 TOPIC 1: ACADEMIC FOUNDATIONS - Achieve additional academic knowledge and

skills required to pursue the full range of education and career opportunities within

the Information Technology career cluster and/or Web and Digital Communications

career pathway .

7% 10% 8%

2 TOPIC 2: COMMUNICATIONS – Communicate clearly and effectively with reason

including technical terminology and information. 10% 10% 12%

3 TOPIC 3: PROBLEM-SOLVING, CRITICAL THINKING – Utilize critical thinking skills to

make sense of problems and persevere in solving them. Employ valid, reliable

research strategies. Demonstrate creativity and innovation.5% 9% 12%

4 TOPIC 4: TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS - Use technology to enhance productivity.

5% 6% 6%

5 TOPIC 5: ORGANIZATIONAL AND GLOBAL SYSTEMS – Understand the

environmental, social, and economic impacts of decisions within an organization.

Understand global context of industries and careers. 5% 7% 6%

6 TOPIC 6: SAFETY, HEALTH, AND ENVIRONMENT – Understand the importance of

health, safety, and environmental management systems and their importance to

organizational performance and regulatory compliance. 0% 4% 2%

7 TOPIC 7: LEADERSHIP AND TEAMWORK - Use leadership in collaborating with

others to accomplish productive organizational goals and objectives with an

awareness of cultural/global competence.2% 6% 7%

8 TOPIC 8: ETHICS AND LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES - Know, understand, and model the

importance of ethics, integrity, and legal responsibilities. 3% 5% 7%

9 TOPIC 9: CAREER DEVELOPMENT, EMPLOYABILITY, AND CITIZENSHIP –Attend to

personal health and financial well-being. Know and understand the importance of

employability skills. Plan education and career paths aligned to personal goals and

employability goals. Act as a responsible and contributing citizen and employee. 3% 8% 7%

10 TOPIC 10: TECHNICAL LITERACY – Apply technical knowledge and skills required to

pursue careers in the Web and Digital Communications career pathway. 60% 35% 33%

100% 100% 100%

An "assessment blueprint" is a document that indicates the knowledge and skills that will be

covered in an assessment instrument and the percentage of the assessment that will be devoted

to each area of knowledge and skills. The Minnesota assessment blueprints will be used to

review the appropriateness of existing assessments by determining how closely those

assessments match up to what the Web and Digital Communications Pathway teams have

determined should be assessed. The assessment blueprints can also be used to guide the

development of new assessments where suitable third-party assessments do not exist.

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Minnesota Program of Study

Information Technology: Web & Digital CommunicationsCareer Pathway Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty--Effective Graduates 2015 & Beyond

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LEV

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GR

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English/

Language ArtsMath Science

Social Studies/

Sciences

Other Required Courses

Other Electives

Recommended Electives

Learner Activities

*Career and Technical Courses

and/or Degree Major Courses for

Web & Digital Communications

SAMPLE

Occupations Relating

to This Pathway

9

English/

Language Arts I

Geometry Earth or Life or

Physical Science

Government &

Citizenship/

Geography

• IT Exploration

• Computer Applications I, II, III

10

English/

Language Arts II

Algebra II Biology U.S. History • Business Communications

*Computer Technician I & II

11

English/

Language Arts III

Probability &

Statistics

Chemistry or

Physics or CTE

Science Equivalent

World History • Advanced Computer Applications

• Networking Essentials

• Game Design

• Mobile Apps

College Placement Assessments-Academic/Career Advisement Provided

12

English/

Language Arts IV

Math Elective (i.e.,

Business Math or

other CTE Math

Equivalent)

Science Elective

(i.e., CTE Science

Equivalent)

Economics (Ag.

Ed./ Bus. Ed./

Social Studies)

• AP Computer Science

• Computer Systems Operations

Articulation/Dual Credit Transcripted-Postsecondary courses may be taken/moved to the secondary level for articulation/dual credit purposes.

Year

1

• Core Classes (e.g., Introduction to

Computers, Web Design)

Year

2

• Advanced Classes (e.g. Introduction to

Programming, Software Development)

Year

3

• Continue Courses in the Area of

Specialization

Year

4

• Complete Web Development and

Administration Major (4-year

degree program)

Interest Inventory Administered and Plan of Study Initiated for all Learners

This Career Pathway Plan of Study (based on the Web & Digital Communications Pathway of the Information Technology Career Cluster) can serve as a guide, along with other career planning materials, as learners continue on a

career path. Courses listed within this plan are only recommended coursework and should be individualized to meet each learner’s educational and career goals. *This Plan of Study, used for learners at an educational institution,

should be customized with course titles and appropriate high school graduation requirements as well as college entrance requirements.

SEC

ON

DA

RY

PO

STSE

CO

ND

AR

Y

Occupations That Require At Least Two-

Year Degree:

►Animator

►Instructional Technologist

►Media Specialist

►Production Assistant

►Streaming Media Specialist

►Virtual Reality Specialist

►Web Designer

►Web Developer

►Webmaster

Occupations That Require At Least Four-

Year Degree:

►Digital Media Designer

►Engineer

►Multimedia Author

►Multimedia Developer

►Producer

►Web Administrator

►Web Architect/ Designer

►Web Producer

►Web Specialist

All plans of study should

meet local and state high

school graduation

requirements and college

entrance requirements

including art, health, and

physical education.

Certain local student

organization activities

such as BPA, DECA, or

SkillsUSA are also

important for personal

growth and leadership

development.

All plans of study need to

meet learners’ career

goals with regard to

required degrees, licenses,

certifications or journey

worker status. Certain

local student organization

activities such as College

BPA, College DECA, or

SkillsUSA may also be

important to include.Continue courses in the area of specialization.

Transfer Curriculum Goals Determined by Local College Program in College

Year 1 and Year 2 - Goal 1: Communication; Goal 2: Critical Thinking/Problem-

Solving; Goal 3: Natural Science; Goal 4: Mathematical/Logical Reasoning;

Goal 5: History and the Social and Behavior Sciences; Goal 6: The Humanities

and the Arts; Goal 7: Human Diversity; Goal 8: Global Perspective; Goal 9:

Ethical and Civic Responsibility; Goal 10: People and the Environment

**Not all 10 goals are required

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