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K-2
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3-5
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6
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Grade Block Focus:
Parts of Computer
Basic Care of Equipment
Software Exploration
Respect for work of others
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Grade Block Focus:
Independent System Use
Introduction to Internet
Word Processing Proficiency
Awareness of Copyright
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Grade Block Focus:
Advanced System Use
Online Research
Spread Sheet Proficiency,
Data Base Proficiency
Discriminate use of Electronic Info.
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Basic Operations &
Concepts
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Students demonstrate
a sound understanding of technology systems and are
proficient in the operation of available devices. This is
evident when students:
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Turn computer on and off
appropriately.
Use input devices (mouse, keyboard,
joystick) to select choices from a graphic
interface.
Create & print a
document.
Use basic vocabulary appropriately
(e.g.,monitor, keyboard, mouse, click & drag)
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Create, save, open & print
documents.
Retrieve and save data from
diskette, hard drive or server.
Explain and redefine basic
vocabulary. (e.g., desktop, drives, menu bar, file, folder,
select / deselect, )
Use technology to support personal
productivity.
Basic keyboarding
skills.
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Understand and explain system
components; ram, storage space, processor speed, operating
system
Retrieve and save data from file
server.
Independently operate classroom or
lab peripheral media devices.
Advanced keyboarding operation.
(hands placement, accuracy, speed, keyboard
shortcuts)
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Tools for Research,
Problem Solving,
Decision Making
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Students use
technology tools to collect and evaluate information and
ideas, increase productivity, and problem solve. This is
evident when students:
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Use interactive software to explore content
information
Use technology resources (e.g., puzzles, logical thinking
programs) for problem solving.
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Use telecommunication effectively to access remote
information.
Use technology resources (e.g., calculators, data
collection probes. videos) for problem solving and/or
extended learning activities.
Determine appropriate technology tool or resource to
address a variety of tasks or problems.
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Use multimedia content via the Internet to produce
reports.
Search and download information to support curriculum
from remote sources.
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Tools for
Communication
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Students use
information technology to communicate with an audience
appropriately and accurately. This is evident when
students:
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Use presentation software (drawing, slideshow) to produce
electronic reports on content topics.
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Produce an electronic presentation that combines text,
visuals and sound to demonstrate application of curriculum
area.
Write for publishing projects, (e.g., newsletter, report)
using layout and editing tools. Combine text with graphics,
making full use of editing/ writing tools (e.g., spell
checker, thesaurus, alignment, font, size)
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Use multimedia tools to make presentations and reports
for a range of audiences.
Use word processing & desktop publishing tools to
produce reports, articles, journals, newsletters, etc.
Store and organize data collected from a variety of
sources (e.g., interview, questionnaire, research) in a data
base. Use sort/ other edit functions to structure data base
appropriately.
Collaborate with peers, experts, and others using
telecommunications to investigate curriculum related
problems or issues.
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Social, Ethical &
Human Issues
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Students are aware
of social and ethical issues that arise from the impact of
computers on society.
This is evident when
students:
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Work cooperatively when using IT tools.
Handle equipment properly
Respect the privacy and work of others.
Take turns using the technology.
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Understand and respects copyright laws regarding
software.
Understand and respect copyright laws regarding
intellectual property.
Identify contributions of various cultures to
technology.
Model ethical behavior and acceptable practice in the use
of technology and technological resources.
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Demonstrate knowledge of changes in information
technology and the possible affect those changes might have
on the workplace and society.
Exhibit legal and ethical behaviors when using
information technology (appropriate referencing of
resources)
Research and evaluate the authenticity and
appropriateness of electronic information sources.
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