Technology Standards and Expectations

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By the end of fifth grade, all students should have had the opportunity to become familiar with the tools they will be expected to use with proficiency later on. Through this exposure, they will have gained a positive view of computers as tools for learning. For example, electronic sources such as multimedia encyclopedias and teacher-previewed web sites can be used to gather information for a report. Additionally, there are many developmentally appropriate applications for children: interactive books, graphic organizers, and writing assistants, as well as mathematical and scientific tools. Such tools can enhance learning for all children, including those with disabilities; for example, multimedia reading software reinforces literacy skills by providing visual and auditory feedback to early readers. These tools can be integrated appropriately in an effective lesson plan.

1. Basic Operations and Productivity Tools

Grade

Continue to address earlier skill as needed.

I = Introduce

D = Develop

M= Master

E= Extend

1.1 Basic Operations

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G3-5: 1.11 Demonstrate proper care in the use of hardware, software, and peripherals.

M

E

E

G3-5: 1.12 Recognize, explain, and use basic input and output devices and other peripherals (e.g. digital cameras and printers, etc.).

M

E

E

G3-5: 1.13 Select a printer, use print preview, and print a document with the appropriate page setup and orientation. 

M

E

E

G3-5: 1.14 Use basic accessibility features of computers and software (e.g., text-to-speech, variable font sizes).

I

M

E

G3-5: 1.15 Use various operating system features (e.g., opening more than one application/program, working with menus, using the taskbar/dock).

I

D

m

G3-5: 1.16 Demonstrate intermediate keyboarding skills and proper keyboarding techniques.

I

D

M

1.2 Word Processing/Desktop Publishing

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G3-5: 1.21 Copy and paste text and images from one document to another.                                  

M

1.              E

E

G3-5: 1.22 Use menu/tool bar functions in a word processing program (i.e., font size/style, line spacing, margins) to format, edit, and print a document.

D

M

E

G3-5: 1.23 Proofread and edit writing using appropriate resources (dictionary, spell-checker, grammar resources).

D

M

E

G3-5: 1.24 Import/insert text, graphics, tables, and files into word processing documents.

D

M

E

1.3 Database

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G3-5: 1.31 Be able to define the term “database” and provide examples from everyday life (e.g., a geographic map, library catalogues, table of contents, book indexes), and identify potential and common uses of databases.

M

E

E

G3-5: 1.32 Be able to define database terms, such as “record,” "field," and "search."

M

E

E

1.4 Spreadsheet

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G3-5: 1.41 Demonstrate an understanding of the spreadsheet as a tool to report, organize, and graph information.

M

E

E

G3-5: 1.42 Identify and explain spreadsheet terms and concepts (i.e., cell, column, row, values, labels, chart, graph).

M

E

E

G3-5: 1.43 Identify, discuss, and explore how spreadsheets are used to calculate and graph in a variety of settings (e.g., schools, government, business, industry, scientific research labs).

D

M

E

G3-5: 1.44 Identify and discuss how data are collected (data mining).

I

D

D

1.5 Internet, Networking, and Online Communication

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G3-5: 1.51 Explain and use age-appropriate online tools and resources  (e.g. tutorial, assessment, web browser).

E

E

G3-5: 1.52 Save and retrieve files on a hard drive or school network.

M

E

E

G3-5: 1.53 Manage and maintain (i.e., create and delete) electronic files on a hard drive or school network.

M

E

E

G3-5: 1.54 Recognize, access, and use local storage devices or network servers using correct terms (i.e., username, password, network, file server).

M

E

E

G3-5: 1.55 Identify and use Internet terms (i.e. web browser, URL, keyword, World Wide Web, search engine, links).

M

E

E

G3-5: 1.56 Identify and describe collaborative tools (e.g., email, online discussion forums, videoconferencing, wikis).

M

E

E

G3-5: 1.57 Use age-appropriate Internet-based search engines to locate information, selecting appropriate keywords.

D

M

E

1.6 Multimedia and Software Applications

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G3-5: 1.61 Identify the components of an electronic slide show or multimedia presentation (i.e., title, text, graphics, sound, video, animation).

M

E

E

G3-5: 1.62 Insert, edit, and format text on a slide. Copy/paste or import graphics, and change their size and position on a slide.

M

E

E

G3-5: 1.63 Create a series of slides and organize them to present research or convey an idea.

M

E

E

G3-5: 1.64 Use painting and drawing applications to create products and edit work.

M

E

E

2. Ethics, Society and Safety

Grade

Continue to address earlier skill as needed.

I = Introduce

D = Develop

M= Master

E= Extend

2.1 Ethics

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G3-5: 2.11 Explain and demonstrate compliance with school rules (Acceptable Use Policy) regarding responsible use of computers and networks (e.g., careful use of equipment, respect for other people’s work, and appropriate collaborative behavior).

M

E

E

G3-5: 2.12 Explain responsible, safe and ethical uses of technology and digital information (e.g., Internet resources, computers, digital cameras, mobile phones, handheld computers, wireless connectivity), and describe possible consequences of inappropriate use.

M

E

E

G3-5: 2.13 Explain Fair Use Guidelines for the ethical use of copyrighted materials (e.g., text, images, music, video, written materials, etc.) in multimedia projects and presentations.

I

D

M

G3-5: 2.14 Explain that some websites may include sponsored commercial links.

M

E

E

2.2 Society

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G3-5: 2.21 Identify ways in which technology is used in the workplace and in society.

D

M

E

G3-5: 2.22 Identify and demonstrate the use of technology to support communication (e.g., with peers, family, school personnel).

M

E

E

G3-5: 2.23 Work independently as well as collaboratively with a partner or group, face-to-face or online.

E

E

E

2.3 Health and Safety

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G3-5: 2.31 Recognize and describe the potential risks and dangers associated with various forms of online communications, including blogs, chat rooms, personal web pages, photo-sharing, and social networking.

3.              D

M

E

G3-5: 2.32 Demonstrate safe email practices and appropriate email etiquette (if the district allows student email use).

D

M

E

G3-5: 2.33 Recognize, explain, and demonstrate ergonomically sound and safe use of equipment.

M

E

E

G3-5: 2.34 Identify and explain the strategies used for the safe and efficient use of computers, (e.g., passwords, virus protection software, spam filters, popup blockers) in order to keep them free from viruses, intrusion, and vandalism.

I

D

M

G3-5: 2.35 Explain the potential problems posed by computer viruses and reasons why students must exercise caution in opening email attachments.

I

D

M