Resources
Instructional Cards
To support implementation of the Cross-Disciplinary STEM Core Framework, scenario-based instructional cards have been developed for classroom use. Use these micro-lessons to introduce new technology skills into your existing courses. Choose cards from any of the Framework’s three skill areas:
- Data Knowledge and Analysis
- Advanced Digital Literacy
- Business Knowledge and Processes
A Glossary of the Cross-Disciplinary STEM Core skills is also available.
Data Knowledge
and Analysis
Manipulating and interpreting data to resolve issues and using Excel and other common software proficiently to accomplish tasks
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Instructional Activity Cards:
Advanced Digital
Literacy
Understanding digital communications and networking, cybersecurity, machine learning, sensors, programming, and robotics at a higher than introductory level
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Instructional Activity Cards:
Business Knowledge
and Processes
Understanding the value chain and business practices of an enterprise and applying principles of ethical adoption of new technologies
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