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Preparing Students to Become IT Professionals Denise C. Spence | Magnet Technology Lead Teacher | Dunbar High School ACADEMY FOR TECHNOLOGY EXCELLENCE | ACADEMY FOR DIGITAL EXCELLENCE AGENDA Certification—why it makes a difference Certification Overview IC3 – Digital Literacy Comptia - Strata Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) Site Licenses—certify more students than thought possible CERTIFICATION—WHY IT MAKES A DIFFERENCE Equip students with skills that drive success Academic preparedness Workforce readiness Provide students with a lasting credential Verifiable credentials for academic and workforce advancement Distinction among peers Validate that students possess the critical 21st century skills needed in today’s technology learning and workforce environments. CERTIFICATION—WHY IT MAKES A DIFFERENCE Optimize course effectiveness and classroom efficiency Accelerate student progress in courses and programs Free professors from teaching technology to focus on their curriculum Place students according to ability Certification can open the door for funding in K12 schools Funding opportunities include Perkins funds, Enhancing Education Through Technology funds, 21st Century Community Learning Centers funds, and Race to the Top funding CERTIFICATION—WHY IT MAKES A DIFFERENCE Strengthen programs, curricula, relevance and stature of the institution Increase career placement and boost school rankings Certification can help school administrators be certain students are digitally prepared for: Entrance to the school Graduate programs Specific courses such as business, communications, IT/computer science, and others INTERNET AND COMPUTING CORE CERTIFICATION Digital Literacy Certified in 3 Areas Computing Fundamentals, Key Applications, Living Online Appropriate Candidates for Certification Academic • Middle School • High School Students • Post-Secondary Students Workers • Workforce Services Clients • Employees of Corporations Digital Literacy Trends Employers now require 21st Century skills Digital literacy is a workplace necessity Well over half of the US workforce uses a computer at work • Over 80% of managerial positions • Over 70% for technical, sales & administration support positions • Over 20% of manufacturing laborers Traditional Skills Reading Writing 21st Century Skills Arithmetic Digital Literacy IC3 Program: Global Standard for Digital Literacy Digital Literacy Certified in 3 Areas: 3 exams = certification Computing Fundamentals Exam: Basic knowledge of computer hardware, software and operating systems Key Applications Exam: Use of word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software Living Online Exam: Basic knowledge of computer networking, email, safe use of the Internet, and the impact of computers on society The Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC³®) provides students and job-seekers with the foundation of knowledge they need to succeed in environments that require the use of computers and the Internet. The Global Standard 3 is an internationally recognized standard for digital literacy and reflects the most relevant skills needed in today's academic and business environments. In an increasingly digital world, where virtually every field and function is impacted by computers, IC³ certification can help refine ones aptitude in the most important and valuable areas. What's more, IC³ helps teachers and instructors define their students' proficiency and marketable skills as they enter the workforce. STRATA IT FUNDAMENTALS This entry-level exam helps… …those exploring an IT career to explore vendor-neutral options …everyone else gain useful tech knowledge non-IT career Software, Networking/Servers, Database Administration, Web, Storage, Security, Hardware. Office Workers, Attorneys, MBAs, …really every career now requires use of technology at some level. STRATA IT FUNDAMENTALS Decide where you want to go, and speak tech fluently along the way: Displays a path to guide your education. Provides valued skills. Whether they pursue a future in IT—or a career in which they communicate with IT professions—this is the starting point. Demonstrates they have in-demand skills employers look for when hiring employees to “hit the ground running.” Boosts confidence for entering IT field. Ensures they have the core competencies needed to progress to higher-level certification programs and their career. Gain tech fluency for non-IT careers. Heighten comfort levels in interactions with technical resources STRATA IT FUNDAMENTALS Demonstrate your grasp of these key areas: MICROSOFT TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE (MTA) If you are teaching IT skills, MTA is the place to start MTA makes it easier for academic institutions to build and deliver technology education with a simple, convenient, and affordable suite of entry-level technology certifications MTA validates fundamental technology knowledge, enabling students to explore academic and career options, and take the first step toward building a successful career in technology MICROSOFT TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE (MTA) STUDENT PROFILE 15 to 22+ year old students at the following levels: High School with a technology emphasis Community colleges Technology, vocational schools The following gaps make the leap into MCTS very hard for these students: They do not have the prerequisite skills and knowledge to successfully pursue an MCTS The overall investment (training + exams) is more than what they can afford MCTS requires a career path commitment that most students do not have at an early stage The nearest testing center may be far away from their school MICROSOFT TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE (MTA) Advanced Series MTA―the first step in the Microsoft Technology Certification Series The Microsoft Certified Architect program allows companies to easily identify experienced, trusted, IT architects that have completed a rigorous industrydriven peer validation process. The Microsoft Certified Masters program allows companies to easily identify experienced, trusted, IT experts that have demonstrated mastery of a product through hands on lab based testing. Professional Series Microsoft Professional certifications validate a comprehensive and current set of skills required to be successful in the job, providing a reliable indicator of performance. Technology Series Microsoft Technology Specialist certifications let you target specific Microsoft technologies and validate in-depth skills for working with those technologies. Microsoft Technology Associate validates the fundamental knowledge essential for students to succeed with continued studies and to start building a successful career in technology. IT Pro Title Topics Windows Server Administration Fundamentals Understanding server installation Understanding server roles Understanding Active Directory Understanding storage Understanding server performance management Understanding server maintenance Networking Fundamentals Understanding network infrastructures o Internet, intranet, extranet, LAN, WAN, wireless, topologies, access methods Understanding network hardware o Switches, routers, media types Understanding protocols and services o OSI model, IPv4, IPv6, names resolution, networking services, TCP/IP Security Fundamentals Understanding security layers Understanding operating system security Understanding network security Understanding security software Development Title Topics Database Administration Fundamentals Web Development Fundamentals Understanding core database concepts Creating database objects Manipulating data Understanding data storage Administering a database Programming web applications Working with data and services Troubleshooting and debugging web applications Working with client-side scripting Configuring and deploying web applications Windows Development Fundamentals Software Development Fundamentals Understanding Windows programming basics Creating Windows Forms applications Creating WPF applications Creating Windows Services applications Accessing data in a Windows Forms application Deploying Windows application Understanding core programming Understanding object-oriented programming Understanding general software development Understanding web applications Understanding desktop applications Understanding databases Purchasing Exams Individual vouchers or exam inventory for all 3 programs discussed IC3 and MTA Site Licensing is offered o Benefits of Site License One time per year purchase (fixed cost helps with budgeting Removes price barrier on purchasing individual exams so ALL students and faculty can certify Flexibility for schools to implement across educational programs Opens up funding opportunities (Perkins) Program Implementation Guide Provides reporting of students performance via digital transcript Contact your Cengage representative for additional information on IC3 Contact Lori Koehlinger-Troy, for MTA and Strata ([email protected])