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Student Competency Goals:
1. Computer terminology & use
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Identify basic computer components: monitor, keyboard, disk drive, printer 		                         

Discuss acceptable behavior guidelines for working near a computer 		                         
Demonstrate proper start-up/shut down procedure        
               
Use input devices (mouse, keyboard, remote control) and output devices (monitor, printer) to successfully operate a computer. (NETS)      
                 
Use a variety of media and technology resources for directed and independent learning activities. (NETS)                          
Save a file to appropriate folder (network, harddrive)        
               
Demonstrate the ability to find and open a file.        
               

Explain the different locations of software (disk, CD-ROM, network) 		                         

Demonstrate proper care of diskettes, CD’s 		                         

Select appropriate software for a task 		                         
Interact with computer software.        
               
Explain the function of each piece of hardware        
               
Describe the difference between Save and Save As and know when to use each one    
     
           
Demonstrate creating a folder within a folder.                
       
Discuss common uses of technology in daily life and the advantages and disadvantages those uses provide. (NETS)                          

Demonstrate the ability to use information on a screen to operate a program 		                         

Identify computer system components: input, output, memory, processing device 		                         

Demonstrate proper care of hardware and software 		                         

Explain computer terms: network drive, c:\drive, a:\drive, file management 		                         
Apply strategies for identifying and solving routine hardware and software problems that occur during everyday use. (NETS)                          

Demonstrate and explain how/why to create a back-up file 		                         

Select appropriate hardware for a task 		                         

Demonstrate awareness of computer components & how they work 		                         

 

Student Competency Goals:
2. Social implications 		K 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12


Identify the computer as a tool for work & play 		                         


Demonstrate respect for the computer work of others 		                         

Communicate about technology using developmentally appropriate and accurate terminalogy. (NETS)    
                   

Work cooperatively and collaboratively with peers, family members, and other when using technology in the classroom.                          


Explain the rights of an individual to ownership of his/her work 		                         

Demonstrate positive social and ethical behaviors when using technology. (NETS)                          

Practice responsible use of technology and software. (NETS)                          

Identify the ways technology has changed the lives of people        
               

Discuss basic issues related to responsible use of technology and information and describe personal consequences of inappropriate use (NETS)                          

Demonstrate proper computer lab etiquette            
           

Demonstrate knowledge of current changes in information technologies and the effect those changes have on the workplace and society. (NETS)                          


Explain the copyright law 		                         


Identify the ways technology has impacted society 		                         


Discuss privacy issues & reasons for security measures (passwords, key locks, copyright laws) 		                         

Exhibit legal and ethical behaviors when using information and technology and discuss consequences of misuse. (NETS)                          


Explain consequences of breaking copyright laws 		                         


Identify ways telecomputing promotes a global community 		                         


Identify the role of technology in a variety of careers/subject areas 		                         


Identify technological skills required for various careers 		                         

Demonstrate knowledge of current changes in information technoliges and the effect those changes have on the workplace and society. (NETS)                          

 

Student Competency Goals:
3. Keyboarding 		K 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12


Identify & demonstrate: keyboard letters, numbers, space bar, enter key 		                         


Identify & demonstrate: shift, delete and arrow keys 		                         


Identify & demonstrate: period, comma, apostrophe, quotation marks, question mark, and caps lock 		                         


Demonstrate correct hand position over right/left side of the keyboard and home row 		                         


Demonstrate proper reaches for key strokes 		                         


Demonstrate proper body position 		                         


Demonstrate proper finger position 		                         


Demonstrate “eyes on copy” instead of keyboard 		                         


Demonstrate proper touch typing techniques 		                         

Student Competency Goals:
4. Research Skills 		K 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12


Demonstrate use of library online catalog to find information 		                         


Demonstrate the ability to search for a given topic and print out information 		                         


Demonstrate the ability to follow a hypertext link from WWW or CD-ROM. 		                         

Evaluate the accuracy, relevance, appropriateness, compreshsiveness, and bias of electronic information sources. (NETS)          
             


Demonstrate the ability to use the Internet as a resource 		                         


Demonstrate the ability to efficiently search for information using a variety of CD-ROMs and the Internet 		                         

Demonstrate the ability to discriminate between reliable sources and opinion sources                
       

Demonstrate ability to use a search engine to perform a Boolean search.                
       

Demonstrate ability to use a search engine to perform a Boolean search.                          


Demonstrate the ability to retrieve information from a variety of sources (CD-ROMs, online-catalogs, Internet) to complete a specific task 		                         
 

 

Student Competency Goals:
5. Word Processing/Desktop Publishing 		K 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12


Define the term “word processing” 		                         


Enter ideas about a topic on the computer 		                         


Define word processing terms: cursor, load, save, print 		                         


Demonstrate proof reading techniques on the computer 		                         


Demonstrate proper spacing ( 2 spaces after period, 1 space after comma) 		                         


Demonstrate the use of the tab key to mark paragraphs in a document 		                         


Demonstrate “wrap around” procedure and proper use of enter key 		                         


Demonstrate ways to enhance text: bold, underline, italic, font 		                         


Demonstrate effective use of spell check 		                         


Insert meaningful pictures from clip art 		                         


Apply proper rules for spacing and indentation 		                         


Insert graphics from a variety of sources 		                         


Demonstrate the ability to cut, copy, and paste for editing 		                         


Demonstrate the ability to use a “wizard” 		                         


Demonstrate the commands for single and double spacing 		                         


Demonstrate effective use of grammar check 		                         


Demonstrate the ability to use text justification (left, center, right) 		                         

Use technology tools (multimedia, authoring, presentation, Web tools, digital cameras, and scanners) for individual and collaborative writing, communication, and publishing activities to create knowledge products for audiences inside and outside the classroom. (NETS)          
             


Demonstrate the ability to create, format, edit/revise documents in all subject areas 		                         

 

Student Competency Goals:
6. Telecommunications 		K 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12


Define and identify telecommunication in the community 		                         

Gather information and communicate with other’s using telemcommunications, with support from teachers, family members, and student partners. (NETS)                          


Identify examples of telecommunication links (satellites, fax, telephone, modem, network) 		                         


Send and retrieve email in the district 		                         


Send and retrieve global email 		                         


Demonstrate the ability to use the Internet to gather information from various web sites 		                         

Use telecommunications efficiently and effectively to access remote information, communicate with others in support of direct and independent learning, and pursue personal interests. (NETS)            
           

Use telecommunications and online resources (e-mail, online discussions, Web environments) to participate in collaborative problem-solving activities for the purpose of developing solutions or products for audiences inside and outside the classroom. (NETS)            
           


Explain the proper use of the Internet (not surfing or chat rooms) 		                         


Explain application procedure for Internet Driver’s license 		                         


Demonstrate the ability to gather and exchange information using email, Internet and other online services 		                         
 

 

Student Competency Goals:
7. Multimedia/Graphic Applications 		K 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12


Show awareness that computers produce pictures and pictures tell a story 		                         


Identify the difference between graphics and text 		                         

Use graphic organizer such as Kidspiration to organize information.                          

Use developmentally appropriate multimedia resources (interactive books, educational software, elementary multimedia encyclopedia) to support learning. (NETS)                          

Create developmentally appropriate multimedia products with support form teachers, family members, or student partners. (NETS)                          


Demonstrate the ability to add or create graphics and place text in a document 		                         

Use graphic organizer such as Inspiration to organize and display information.                          


Use software to create publications – e.g. newsletters, brochures, flyers, posters 		                         


Use meaningful selection of graphics appropriate to the document 		                         


Demonstrate the ability to apply borders, fonts, and text using publishing software 		                         


Use presentation software to create group slide shows (Kid Pix, PowerPoint) 		                         

Use presentation software to outline, create story board, or rough draft for multimedia presentation.                          


Use presentation software to create individual slide shows (PowerPoint, HyperStudio) 		                         


Demonstrate the ability to use digital camera to personalize presentations 		                         


Demonstrate the ability to use a scanner to personalize presentations 		                         


Demonstrate the ability to manipulate and import data using various sources to produce multimedia presentations 		                         

 

Student Competency Goals:
8. Databases 		K 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12


Define database terms: field, sort, arrange, file 		                         


Enter data into a pre-designed database 		                         


Demonstrate the ability to search & sort data using an existing database 		                         


Demonstrate the ability to use existing databases for desired information given 1 or 2 criteria (using “and” “or” when necessary) 		                         


Create and design project-specific databases 		                         


Demonstrate the ability to sort, search, and manipulate data for a specific task 		                         


Demonstrate the ability to create an integrated application (mail merge) 		                         
 

Student Competency Goals:
9. Spreadsheets
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Define spreadsheet terms: row, column, cell 		                         


Demonstrate the ability to enter data from a subject area into a pre-designed spreadsheet 		                         


Create graphs using the chart wizard following a handmade visual (bar graph) 		                         


Demonstrate the ability to set-up a spreadsheet 		                         

Demonstate the ability to collect data and organize it.                          


Demonstrate the ability to incorporate the use of calculations 		                         


Use a spreadsheet to edit data and explain the results of the changes (averages, grades) 		                         


Demonstrate the ability to display data in a variety of charts and graphs 		                         


Demonstrate the ability to graph, calculate, sort, and interpret information independently for a specific task 		                         


                         
 

 

Student Competency Goals:
10. Productivity Tools
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Use technology resources (puzzles, logical thinking programs) for problem solving. (NETS) 		                         

Use technology resources (writing tools, digital camera, drawing tools) to communicate and illustrate thoughts, ideas, and stories. (NETS)  
                     

Use general purpose productivity tools and peripherals to support personal productivity. (NETS)        
               

Use computer based instruction software to remdiate skill deficits, and facilitate learning throughout the curriculum. (NETS)        
               

Use technology resources (calculators, data collection probes, videos, educational software) for problem solving, self-directed learning, and extended learning activites. (NETS)        
               

Determine when technology is useful and select the appropriate tool and technology resources to address a variety of tasks and problems. (NETS)        
               

Apply productivity/multimedia tools and peripherals to support personal productivity, group collaboration, and learning throughout the curriculum. (NETS)                          
 

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