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Grade Five Technology Standards for Students

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Key: ( ) represents the correlating ISTE standard & { } represents the correlating state standard UPON COMPLETION OF GRADE FIVE, STUDENTS WILL BE ABLE TO DO THE FOLLOWING:

GOAL I: ETHICS: All students will use technology in a respectful manner. Technology Usage

• Use technology in a safe and cooperative manner (5){3.8.7 A} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]

• Understand the importance of anonymity and personal information while using the Internet (5){3.6.7 B} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]

• Demonstrate an age appropriate understanding of user rights and responsibilities as outlined in the District’s Technology Usage Agreement (5) [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]

• Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of technology on society (5) {3.8.7 C} • Demonstrate an understanding of school appropriate content (5) [Progress Level-Student shows gradual

mastery while working towards the goal.] • Use appropriate language and adheres to the User Policy (5) [Progress Level-Student shows gradual

mastery while working towards the goal.] • Handle technology equipment and related materials properly (5) [Progress Level-Student shows gradual

mastery while working towards the goal.] Interaction with Existing Work

• Respect others’ work (3, 5) {3.8.7 A} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]

• Work with their own documents and access only appropriate information with permission (3, 5) [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]

• Provide appropriately cited electronic bibliographic references (3, 5) • Determine the validity of online resources (3, 5) • Adhere to copyright ethical utilization (3, 5) • Understand issues regarding plagiarism and the consequences of (3, 5) {3.8.7 A}

GOAL II: HARDWARE/OPERATING SYSTEMS: All students will demonstrate skill in the basics of operating a computer Basic Computer Operations:

• Identify the parts of a computer: Monitor/screen, CPU, keyboard, mouse/track pad, printer, disk drive (6) {3.7.7 C} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]

• Follow the correct hardware and software procedures for turning the computer on/off (6){3.7.7 D} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]

• Use basic manipulation of input devices: Mouse/track pad, keyboard, click, double click, hold and drag(6) {3.7.7 D}




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• Login and logout by typing complete first and last name(6) {3.7.7 D} [Proficiency-Student demonstrates mastery of the goal.]

• Identify and use dropdown menus (e.g., “file,” “edit”) (6) {3.7.7 C} [Proficiency-Student demonstrates mastery of the goal.]

• Learn to save files to floppy disk, hard drive, network, etc (6) {3.7.7 D} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]

• Learn basic file management (organizing folders by applications, documents, etc.) (6) {3.7.7 D} • Move between multiple windows and applications (6) {3.7.7 D} • Use cut, copy and paste features to edit text and graphics (6) {3.7.7 D} [Progress Level-Student

shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.] • Learn correct procedures for inserting and ejecting CD ROM’s and floppy disks (6) {3.7.7 D}

[Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.] • Print a document using “Page Setup” and “Print” (6) {3.7.7 D} [Progress Level-Student shows

gradual mastery while working towards the goal.] • Use special function keys (arrow keys, escape, control, caps lock, delete, etc.) (6) {3.7.7 D}

[Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.] • Use basic mouse actions (left click, right click, CNTRL-click) (6) {3.7.7 D} [Progress Level-

Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.] • Know how to use basic keyboard shortcuts (e.g., CTL-C, CTL-V) (6) {3.7.7 D} • Solve routine hardware and software problems that occur during everyday use (6) {3.7.7 D}

Vocabulary/Terminology: Recognize and use the following vocabulary words orally and physically identify: (2,6) {3.7.7 C, 3.7.7 D} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.] • Parts of a Computer:

- CD-ROM - Disk drive - Monitor/screen - CD - Disk - Mouse/track pad - Computer - Keyboard - Mouse pad

• Computer Terminology:

- Click - Return - Shift - Double click - Spacebar - Print - Click and highlight - Delete - Save - Resize - Exit/quit - Logout - Login - Shutdown - Scroll - Word Processing - CompassLearning - Program - Draw and Paint Programs

• Internet Terminology:




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- Internet - Domain - Modem - World Wide Web - Protocol - Email - Home Page - Browser - URL

• External Terms:

- Scanner (Optional) - Printer - Digital camera (Optional)

KEYBOARDING: All students will demonstrate keyboarding skills

• Locate and use the letter and numbers keys (6) {3.7.7 D} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]

• Use shift to type upper case letters (6) {3.7.7 D} [Proficiency-Student demonstrates mastery of the goal.]

• Use spacebar to create spacing between words (6) {3.7.7 D} [Proficiency-Student demonstrates mastery of the goal.]

• Erase characters using the delete key(6) {3.7.7 D} [Proficiency-Student demonstrates mastery of the goal.]

• Identify and use the keys appropriate to grade level: Return, spacebar, delete, arrows, and shift(6) {3.7.7 D} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]

• Demonstrate awareness of letter and number placement on keyboard (6) {3.7.7 D} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]

• Identify and utilize correct posture and fingering for home keys (6) {3.7.7 D} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]

• Use correct fingering for letter keys (6) {3.7.7 D} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]

GOAL III: Communication and Collaboration: All students will be able to will be able to use digital media to collaboratively share ideas and information with others

• Develop and deliver presentations using digital media (2) {3.6.7 B} [Proficiency-Student demonstrates mastery of the goal.]

• Contribute to project teams (2) {3.6.7 B} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]

• Create a digital document within a group (2) {3.6.7 B} [Proficiency-Student demonstrates mastery of the goal.]

• Use an online forum to communicate ideas or information with others (2) {3.6.7 B} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]

• Create digital storyboards or concept-maps (2) {3.6.7 B} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]

• Create a digital story (2) {3.6.7 B} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]




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• Demonstrate an global and cultural understanding using digital resources (2) {3.6.7 B} • Recognize and use the correct vocabulary (2,6) {3.7.7 C, 3.7.7 E} [Progress Level-Student shows

gradual mastery while working towards the goal.] • Use a digital sketch or drawing to communicate an idea (2) {3.6.7 B} [Progress Level-Student shows

gradual mastery while working towards the goal.] • Select and evaluate Internet sites that provide valid and reliable information (2) {3.6.7 B} [Progress

Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]

GOAL IV: SOFTWARE: All students will use appropriate software to create electronic documents Basic Software:

• Use instructional software to enhance and reinforce classroom instruction (1) {3.7.7 D} [Proficiency-Student demonstrates mastery of the goal.]

Word Processing:

• Use word processing software for writing (1) {3.7.7 D} • Type letters, numbers, simple words and sentences (1) {3.7.7 D} [Progress Level-Student shows

gradual mastery while working towards the goal.] • Select/highlight to move or make changes to text (size, style, and color) (1) {3.7.7 D} • Format text (e.g., font styles, size and justification) (1) {3.7.7 D} [Progress Level-Student shows

gradual mastery while working towards the goal.] • Use drop down menu appropriately (1) {3.7.7 D} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while

working towards the goal.] • Insert clipart into document (1) {3.7.7 D} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while

working towards the goal.] • Use spellchecker (1) {3.7.7 D} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards

the goal.] • Use thesaurus (1) {3.7.7 D}

Digital Imaging

• Recognize the tools and their uses in draw and paint programs (1) {3.6.7 B} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]

• Create a picture using draw and paint (1) {3.6.7 B} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]

• Draw lines and basic shapes (1) {3.6.7 B} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]

• Resize lines and shapes (1) {3.6.7 B} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]




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• Use graphic software for drawing and image processing (e.g. KidPix) (1) {3.6.7 B} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]

• Use appropriate software to create or edit a digital video (1) {3.6.7 B} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]

Spreadsheet

• Use a spreadsheet to collect information for analysis (1) {3.7.7 D} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]

• Insert data into cells and modifies cells (1) {3.7.7 D} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]

• Modify column width and row height (1) {3.7.7 D} • Use a spreadsheet to display information, create charts and graphs from data (1) {3.7.7 D} • Use formulas in a spreadsheet (1) {3.7.7 D}

Database

• Access a database such as encyclopedia software (1) {3.7.7 D} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]

• Use an electronic library catalog (1) {3.7.7 D} • Use a database to locate and extract relevant information(1) {3.7.7 D}

GOAL V: PROJECTS Students will have the opportunity to participate in projects and problem solving that use a variety of technologies including telecommunications. Technical Design Process:

• Identify technology resources, (hardware, software), to solve problems and accomplish tasks (1) {3.7.7 C}

Multi-media Utilization:

• Use multimedia technologies to enhance learning (e.g., PowerPoint, laser disc, LCD projectors, digital camera, scanner, video camera, VCR, etc.) (4) {3.6.7 B} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]

• Use integrated multimedia tools to develop and produce individual / team projects such as a documentary or a news broadcast (e.g., PowerPoint, iMovie, etc.) (4) {3.6.7 B}

Presentation Skills:

• Use presentation software (e.g., KidPix, PowerPoint), to develop multimedia presentations (1) {3.7.7 D} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]

• Create presentation with multiple slides (1) {3.7.7 D} • Format presentation using a variety of techniques (1) {3.7.7 D}

GOAL VI: CURRICULUM INTEGRATION All students will use technological resources that support, reinforce, or enhance existing curriculum objectives.




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• Use online sources of information (e.g., Houghton Mifflin CD ROM, CompassLearning, Cognitive Tutor, etc.) (3) {3.7.7 C}[Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.]

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Information Resources – Internet • View pictures on the web (3) {3.7.7 E} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working

towards the goal.] • Visit appropriate websites for grade level (3) {3.7.7 E} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery

while working towards the goal.] • Click links to view web pages (3) {3.7.7 E} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while

working towards the goal.] • Use appropriate searching strategies to access information on the Internet (3) {3.7.7 E} [Progress

Level-Student shows gradual mastery while working towards the goal.] • Find information on the Internet using a search engine (e.g. www.google.com) (3) {3.7.7 E} • Create and manipulate a bookmark (3) {3.7.7 E} [Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while

working towards the goal.] • Utilize Power Library for research (3) {3.7.7 C}[Progress Level-Student shows gradual mastery while

working towards the goal.] • Use email and other messaging tools to collaborate with students, experts, and other individuals from

distant locations to investigate and study curricular-based concepts, issues, and information (3) {3.7.7 E}

• Use simulation programs (e.g., Oregon Trail, simCity, etc.) (3) {3.7.7 D} • Use grade-appropriate software that promotes problem solving, (e.g., the Factory, Thinkin’ Things,

Millie’s Math House, Baily’s Bookhouse, Astra Eagle) (3) {3.7.7 C}

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