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Competency D: Use Digital Technology
Level: 3
At this level, learners: Experiment and problem-solve to perform multi-step digital tasks

Performance Descriptors
The learner:

• Experiments and problem- solves to achieve the desired results
• Manages unfamiliar elements (e.g. vocabulary, context, topic) to complete tasks
• Makes inferences to interpret icons and text
• Selects appropriate software when required by the task
• Identifies sources, evaluates and integrates information
• Customizes software interfaces (e.g. toolbar, homepage settings)
• Performs advanced searches (e.g. refines search terms, uses advanced search features, cross-refers between websites)

Task Descriptors

• Scope of task may not be clearly defined
• May include unfamiliar elements (e.g. vocabulary, context, topic)
• Requires multiple steps to complete
• Requires the use of a wide range of features and options
• Has many options to complete; may not have a set procedure
• Uses a somewhat complex format
• May contain extended text, icons, or both
• Text and icons required to complete tasks may require interpretation
• May contain distracting information
• May contain specialized vocabulary
• Interface offers a variety of options through menus

ESKARGO:
Embedded Skills, Knowledge and Attitudes Reference Guide for Ontario – D.3