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Identified Needs and Need Types- with associated instructional goal (Table 2)

(all of the following were expressed needs based on collected data and mandated standards.)

*Need/ Associated Instructional Goal*	*Type of Need*	*Priority of Goal*
Need to demonstrate an understanding of how computers function	Training - Tools
Students will be able to demonstrate through hands on application an understanding of how a computer functions		Critical - 100
Need to be able to effectively use a variety of software packages	Training - Tools
Students will be able to effectively use a variety of software packages including Microsoft Office, Internet browser, email client, and Blackboard interface.		Critical- 100
Need to be able to evaluate and troubleshoot computer systems at a basic level	Training - Tools
Students will learn basic computer literacy skills by hands on exposure to hardware.		Critical-100
Need to develop internet literacy	Training
Students will complete internet based assignments using web browsers, search engines and web based submission forms.		High - 75
Need to be able to operate related peripheral devices	Training - Tools
Students will be able to operate computer related peripheral devices		High - 75
Need to be able to manipulate and publish data	Training
Student will learn to use Office and Blackboard to manipulate and publish data.		High - 75
Need to be able to apply appropriate instructional principles in regard to computers in education	Training
a. Students will apply best practices for instructional uses of computers in education by creating appropriate unit lesson plans. b. Students will create a web based learning environment and enroll in each others creations.		High- 75
Need to be able to design learner centered activities using the computer	Training
a. Students will design effective learner centered lesson plan that uses the computer. b. Students will explore a variety of learner centered activity examples that use the computer. c. Students will describe and establish a rationale for a best practice for using computers in a learning environment.		High- 75
Need to develop presentation skills	Training
a. Students will create and deliver a presentation using multimedia enabled software. b. Students will learn to create a Powerpoint presentation.		High- 65
Need to be able to apply computers in problem solving	Training
a. Students will use computer technologies to research, analyze and propose solutions to an instructional problem. b. Students will work collaboratively to create a pedagogically sound web resource.		High- 65
Need to be able to communicate coherently in regard to computers	Training
Students will learn proper computer related terminology and vocabulary for communications purposes		Medium -50
Need to develop word processing skills	Training
Students will complete assignments using Microsoft Office or Blackboard submissions.		Medium - 50
Need to understand ethical and legal issues related to computers in a learning environment	Training
Students will discuss and reflect on issues regarding ethical and legal issues pertaining to computers in education.		Medium- 50
Need to be able to identify and access computer related resources	Training
a. Students will compile a resource page from the internet and publish it. b. Students will report on a recent journal article related to computers in education.		Medium- 50
Need to be cognizant of alternative uses for computers in education	Training
a. Students will demonstrate knowledge of alternative means to accommodate ADA requirements related to computers in education. b. Students will explore a variety of alternative technologies for distance learning- satellite feeds, telecommunications, video conferencing, chat, and virtual reality.		Medium- 50
Need to be able to assess and evaluate computer related lessons	Training
Students will review and critique a variety of computer related instructional tools.		Low - 25