Free curriculum for teachers

Teachers use the IT Exploration (ITX) Curriculum to help their students gain computer science and technology knowledge and skills.

Try out IT Exploration

9 modules available that reflect the in-demand skills of the IT industry

Office Productivity

Students will learn or be reacquainted to basic computer skills; the internet, Windows OS, Mac OS, email, word processing, social media, spreadsheets, slideshows, and information literacy.

Digital Media

Students will explore digital file formats, video projects, web pages, programming careers, ethics, and more.

Trends and impacts of Computing

Students will explore employability skills, salary and lifestyle budget, education and certifications, job career interests and suitability, and IT roles.

Networks and the Internet

Students will explore the network and internet, mapping network labs, Cloud computing, CyberProtect Simulation, and more.

Computing Systems and IT Services

Students will explore systems administration, computer and internet safety, computer system types, operating systems, firewalls, virtualization, troubleshooting, and education and career options in technical support.

Technology Careers

Students will experience a tech career research project and explore work-based learning resources.

Game Development and Design

Students are introduced to game design through interactive learning lessons and hands-on projects where they'll explore what goes into a great game, video game history, and popular engines used to build games. Students build a simple game and end the unit by learning about game design and programming careers.

Data and Analysis

Students will explore databases, Crowdsourcing, basic SQL commands, and data visualization.

Algorithms and Programming

Students will explore programming careers, coding skills, problem solving process and algorithms , web development and games.

Benefits of ITX Curriculum

  • Free

  • Hands-on and engaging modules

  • Covers wide range of IT topics

  • Use it however you like

  • Aligned with the Minnesota State Learning Standards

Contact

Melissa Rousu
Director of Strategic Initiatives
melissa.rousu@metrostate.edu