Alabama Technology Course of Study September 30, 2004 Beth McKinney

AL Technology Course of Study AL K-12 Course of Study K

Alabama K - Second Athens City Schools Objectives By Grade Level Kindergarten First Second

Alabama Third - Fifth Athens City Schools Objectives By Grade Level Third Fourth Fifth

Alabama Sixth - Eighth Athens City Schools Objectives By Grade Level Sixth Seventh Eighth

Kindergarten Objectives Demonstrate optimal posture and position at the computer workstation Communicate about technology using appropriate and accurate terminology Identify the basic parts of a computer Use appropriate keyboard techniques Use a variety of technology resources across the curriculum

First Grade Objectives Use input and output devices Use appropriate keyboard techniques Demonstrate proper care of equipment Demonstrate respect for the work of others Use a variety of resources across the curriculum Produce multimedia products Identify the Internet as a source of information

Second Grade Objectives Use appropriate keyboard techniques Demonstrate correct procedures for opening, closing and saving file Practice responsible use of technology Demonstrate respect for the work of others Use a variety of technology resources across the curriculum Produce multimedia products Use electronic resources to access and retrieve information

Second Grade Objectives (cont.) Use telecommunications and other media to collaborate and interact with peers and others Identify the Internet as a source of information Utilize information from a locally approved web site Use technology resources for problem solving

Third Grade Objectives Use appropriate keyboard techniques Discuss common uses of technology in daily life and the advantages and disadvantages associated with each. Identify areas in which technology has impacted human lives Demonstrate basic operations of a word processor

Third Grade Objectives (cont.) Utilize general-purpose productivity tools Use a variety of media and technology resources to create and communicate knowledge Use the Internet to locate information Determine appropriate keywords for finding information using a web search

Fourth Grade Objectives Use developmentally appropriate keyboard techniques Discuss basic issues related to responsible use of technology Demonstrate basic operation of a word processor Utilize general-purpose productivity tools to facilitate learning Use a variety of media and technology resources to create and communicate knowledge

Fourth Grade Objectives (cont.) Use the Internet to locate information Determine appropriate keywords for finding information using a web search Relate search results to class or individual assignments Use technology resources for problem - solving

Fifth Grade Objectives Keyboarding and basic troubleshooting Discuss basic issues related to responsible use of technology Identify legal and ethical behaviors when using technology and information Utilize general-purpose productivity tools to facilitate learning throughout the curriculum Use a variety of media and technology resources to create and communicate knowledge products

Fifth Grade Objectives (cont.) Use telecommunications and other media to collaborate and interact with peers and other audiences Use the Internet to locate information Determine appropriate keywords to do web searches Evaluate the relevance and appropriateness of electronic information sources Relate search results to class/individual assignments Select appropriate technology tools and resources to address a variety of tasks and problems

Sixth Grade Objectives Demonstrate optimal posture and position at the computer work station Communicate regarding technology using appropriate and accurate terminology Describe current changes in information technologies and the effect those changes have on the workplace and society Integrate word processing skills across the curriculum

Sixth Grade Objective (cont.) Identify examples of spreadsheets and databases Identify uses of spreadsheets and databases Apply content-specific tools, software, and simulations to support learning and research

Seventh Grade Objectives Utilize an operating system efficiently Analyze ways in which technology has influenced the course of history Apply productivity/multimedia tools and peripherals to support personal productivity, group collaboration, communication and learning Follow procedures to design, publish, and present products using technology resources Evaluate the accuracy, comprehensiveness and bias of electronic information sources concerning real-world problems

Eighth Grade Objectives Demonstrate keyboarding proficiency in technique and posture while building speed Apply strategies for identifying and solving routine hardware and software problems Identify examples of copyright violations, computer fraud, and possible penalties Cite electronic sources properly

Eighth Grade Objectives (cont.) Use telecommunications and other media to collaborate and interact with peers and other audiences Use Boolean operators to execute complex searches Use appropriate tools and technology resources to resolve information conflicts by validating information through research and comparison of data

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