Ms. Healy

Competency Goal 1: The learner will understand important issues of a technology-based society and will exhibit ethical behavior in the use of computer and other technologies.

Objectives:

1.01 Identify the computer as a machine that helps people work and play. (1)

1.02 Identify, discuss, and use common hardware terms/concepts (e.g., CPU, monitor, keyboard, mouse). (1)

1.03 Identify and discuss correct and responsible use and care of computers and resources (AUP/IUP). (1)

1.04 Demonstrate respect for the work of others. (1)

1.05 Identify and discuss common features and functions of computer software (e.g., file, open, save, retrieve, draw). (1)

1.06 Identify graphing as a tool for organizing information as a class. (3)

1.07 Identify and discuss terms/concepts such as collect, organize, and classify. (3)

1.08 Identify basic word processing terms (e.g., file, menu bar, cursor, open, save, print). (4)

1.09 Identify and discuss characteristics of multimedia (e.g., text, sound, images, color) as a class. (5)

1.10 Identify and discuss multimedia terms/concepts beginning, middle, and end by arranging pictures in linear/sequential order as class/group. (5)

1.11 Recognize and discuss responsible use of multimedia resources and why it is important as a class. (5)

1.12 Discuss ownership of created works as a class/group. (5)

1.13 Identify and discuss the Internet as a source of information at school and home. (6)

1.14 Identify and discuss terms/concepts (online, digital information, Internet, links). (6)

Competency Goal 2: The learner will demonstrate knowledge and skills in the use of computer and other technologies.

Objectives:

2.01 Use manipulative and graphing software to organize and display data as a class. (3)

2.02 Identify, discuss, and use word processing as a tool to enter letters, numbers and words. (4)

2.03 Identify, locate and use special keys (e.g., arrow keys, space bar, Shift, Enter/Return, Backspace, Delete), letters, and numbers on the keyboard. (4)

2.04 Use multimedia software to identify and practice letters, numbers, shapes, and colors as a class/group. (5)

2.05 Use teacher-selected Internet resources/information to explore, identify, and discuss responsible use as a class activity. (6)

2.06 Use teacher-selected Internet resources/information to discuss ownership of creative works of individuals/groups/companies as a class activity. (6)

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Competency Goal 1: The learner will understand important issues of a technology-based society and will exhibit ethical behavior in the use of computer and other technologies.

Objectives:

1.01 Identify, discuss, and represent visually uses of technology (e.g., computers, cell phones, digital cameras) at school and home. (1)

1.02 Identify and discuss physical components of a computing device (e.g., CPU, monitor, keyboard, disk drive, printer, mouse). (1)

1.03 Recognize and discuss safe and responsible use and care of technology resources ((AUP/IUP). (1)

1.04 Discuss ownership of computer-created work. (1)

1.05 Identify graphing as a tool for organizing information. (3)

1.06 Identify and discuss graphing software terms/concepts (e.g., graph, patterns, display). (3)

1.07 Recognize the rights of ownership of computer-created work of others. (4)

1.08 Recognize the characteristics of multimedia (e.g., text, audio, images, video). (5)

1.09 Identify and discuss multimedia terms/concepts ( e.g., slide/card, link/button, text box, navigate, transition) as a class/group activity. (5)

1.10 Recognize and discuss responsible use of multimedia resources. (5)

1.11 Recognize, discuss, and cite various types of resources as a class. (5)

1.12 Identify and discuss terms/concepts (e.g., bookmarks/favorites, information). (6)

1.13 Identify and discuss ownership of creative work online of individuals/groups/companies and the importance of citing sources as a class. (6)

Competency Goal 2: The learner will demonstrate knowledge and skills in the use of computer and other technologies.

Objectives:

2.01 Use common computing devices and resources in class activities. (1)

2.02 Observe, discuss, and use software to enter, calculate, display data, and interpret results as a class/group. (3)

2.03 Identify, discuss, and use word processing as a tool to enter numbers, words, and phrases. (4)

2.04 Identify and use basic word processing terms (e.g., file, open, close, menu bar, save, print). (4)

2.05 Locate and use letters, numbers, and special keys (e.g., arrow keys, space bar, insert Enter/Return, Backspace, Delete) on the keyboard. (4)

2.06 Identify, discuss, and use menu/tool bar functions in word processing applications. (4)

2.07 Use multimedia software to illustrate words/phrases/concepts. (5)

2.08 Explore Internet resources and information using teacher-created bookmarks/favorites and discuss the variety and types of information found as a class activity. (6)

2.09 Use teacher-selected Internet resources/information to identify, discuss, and chart elements that make an online resource useful, appropriate, and safe as a class. (6)

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Competency Goal 1: The learner will understand important issues of a technology-based society and will exhibit ethical behavior in the use of computer and other technologies.

Objectives:

Objectives:

1.01 Identify, discuss and visually represent uses of digital technology in the community (e.g., bar code scanners, handhelds, mobile phones, optical storage devices, GPS's). (1)

1.02 Demonstrate correct use of common technology terms (e.g., hardware, software, CD, hard drive). (1)

1.03 Identify and discuss appropriate and safe behaviors online. (1)

1.04 Recognize individual's rights of ownership of created works. (1)

1.05 Identify and discuss print and electronic databases (e.g., phone book, automated circulation system, CD-ROM encyclopedias) as a way to collect, organize, and display data. (2)

1.06 Identify and discuss terms/concepts sort, search/filter, keyword using electronic databases (e.g., automated circulation system, electronic encyclopedias). (2)

1.07 Identify spreadsheets as a tool to organize, calculate, and graph data to make predictions. (3)

1.08 Identify and discuss spreadsheet terms/concepts (e.g., sort, classify, line graphs). (3)

1.09 Recognize an individual's rights of ownership to computer-generated work. (4)

1.10 Identify and use multimedia terms/concepts (e.g., storyboard, linear/sequential, audio/video clips, images). (5)

1.11 Identify and discuss issues (e.g., personal information, images, appropriateness and accuracy of information) to consider in selection and use of materials for multimedia projects. (5)

1.12 Identify terms/concepts (e.g., online, browser, navigation, resources, web address, webpage, weblinks). (6)

1.13 Identify responsible and safe online behavior and discuss why it is important. (6)

1.14 Identify online resources as the work of individuals/groups/companies and discuss why citing resources is necessary. (6)

1.15 Identify and discuss telecommunications/Internet as a tool for communication and collaboration as a class. (6)

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Competency Goal 1: The learner will understand important issues of a technology-based society and will exhibit ethical behavior in the use of computer and other technologies.

Objectives:

Objectives:

1.01 Identify, discuss and visually represent uses of digital technology in the community (e.g., bar code scanners, handhelds, mobile phones, optical storage devices, GPS's). (1)

1.02 Demonstrate correct use of common technology terms (e.g., hardware, software, CD, hard drive). (1)

1.03 Identify and discuss appropriate and safe behaviors online. (1)

1.04 Recognize individual's rights of ownership of created works. (1)

1.05 Identify and discuss print and electronic databases (e.g., phone book, automated circulation system, CD-ROM encyclopedias) as a way to collect, organize, and display data. (2)

1.06 Identify and discuss terms/concepts sort, search/filter, keyword using electronic databases (e.g., automated circulation system, electronic encyclopedias). (2)

1.07 Identify spreadsheets as a tool to organize, calculate, and graph data to make predictions. (3)

1.08 Identify and discuss spreadsheet terms/concepts (e.g., sort, classify, line graphs). (3)

1.09 Recognize an individual's rights of ownership to computer-generated work. (4)

1.10 Identify and use multimedia terms/concepts (e.g., storyboard, linear/sequential, audio/video clips, images). (5)

1.11 Identify and discuss issues (e.g., personal information, images, appropriateness and accuracy of information) to consider in selection and use of materials for multimedia projects. (5)

1.12 Identify terms/concepts (e.g., online, browser, navigation, resources, web address, webpage, weblinks). (6)

1.13 Identify responsible and safe online behavior and discuss why it is important. (6)

1.14 Identify online resources as the work of individuals/groups/companies and discuss why citing resources is necessary. (6)

1.15 Identify and discuss telecommunications/Internet as a tool for communication and collaboration as a class. (6)

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Competency Goal 1: The learner will understand important issues of a technology-based society and will exhibit ethical behavior in the use of computer and other technologies.

Objectives:

1.01 Identify, discuss, and chart uses of technology in the community (e.g., farmers, grocery, restaurant, veterinarian, medical and emergency services). (1)

1.02 Identify the function of common computing devices (e.g., input, output, processing). (1)

1.03 Recognize, discuss, and use responsible and safe behavior in the use of technology resources. (1)

1.04 Demonstrate knowledge of individual's rights of ownership of created works by citing sources. (1)

1.05 Identify, discuss, and visually represent uses of databases in the community (e.g., school, grocery, pharmacy, business) to collect, organize, and display information. (2)

1.06 Identify, discuss, and use database terms (e.g., data entry, field, record, list, sort, search/filter, keyword). (2)

1.07 Recognize spreadsheets as a tool to organize, calculate, and graph information to make predictions. (3)

1.08 Identify and discuss spreadsheet terms/concepts (e.g., cell, column, row, values, labels, chart, graph). (3)

1.09 Identify and use formatting terms/concepts (e.g., font size/style, line spacing, margins, italic). (4)

1.10 Recognize that Copyright Laws protect creative works of individuals/groups/companies. (4)

1.11 Identify and discuss guidelines for media (e.g., personal information, images, content, language) to consider in developing multimedia projects as a class. (5)

1.12 Identify and discuss Copyright and Fair Use Guidelines as a class. (5)

1.13 Identify and discuss use of rubrics to define and evaluate elements (e.g., content, purpose, usefulness) of class multimedia projects. (5)

1.14 Identify, discuss, and use terms/concepts (e.g., web browser, URL, keyword, search engine, weblinks). (6)

1.15 Recognize, discuss, and demonstrate responsible and safe online behavior as a class/group. (6)

1.16 Cite sources of information (print and nonprint) for a class project. (6)

1.17 Identify and discuss collaborative tools (e.g., email, messaging, videoconferencing). (6)

Competency Goal 2: The learner will demonstrate knowledge and skills in the use of computer and other technologies.

Objectives:

2.01 Select and use appropriate features and functions of hardware and software for class assignments. (1)

2.02 Discuss and select appropriate technology tools (e.g., probeware, digital cameras, handhelds) to collect, analyze, and display data. (1)

2.03 Use prepared databases to search/filter and sort alphabetically/numerically in ascending/descending order. (2)

2.04 Modify prepared databases to enter/edit additional information and cite the source. (2)

2.05 Plan, discuss, and use keyword search/filter using one criterion in prepared databases. (2)

2.06 Enter/edit data in a prepared spreadsheet to perform calculations. Identify and discuss the changes that occur as a class/group. (3)

2.07 Demonstrate correct finger placement for home row keys. (4)

2.08 Use menu/tool bar functions (e.g., font size/style, line spacing) to format and change the appearance of word processing documents as a class/group. (4)

2.09 Identify, discuss, and use multimedia tools (e.g., capture, create, edit, publish). (5)

2.10 Modify/edit an existing multimedia project to include branching and identify added sources as a class. (5)

2.11 Investigate teacher-selected Internet resources about communities; discuss and compare findings for usefulness as a class. (6)

Competency Goal 3: The learner will use a variety of technologies to access, analyze, interpret, synthesize, apply, and communicate information.

Objectives:

3.01 Recognize, discuss, and use graphs to display and interpret data in prepared spreadsheets; identify and cite sources. (3)

3.02 Enter/edit data in a prepared spreadsheet to perform calculations and determine which graph best represents the data as a class/group. (3)

3.03 Use word processing as a tool to write, edit, and publish sentences, paragraphs, and stories. (4)

3.04 Identify, discuss, and use multimedia to present ideas/concepts/information in a variety of ways as a class. (5)

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Competency Goal 1: The learner will understand important issues of a technology-based society and will exhibit ethical behavior in the use of computer and other technologies.

Objectives:

1.01 Identify, discuss, and visually represent ways technology has changed the lives of people in North Carolina. (1)

1.02 Recognize, discuss, and use network terms/concepts (e.g., stand alone, network, file server, LANs, network resources). (1)

1.03 Recognize, discuss, and use responsible, ethical, and safe behaviors when using technology resources (AUP/IUP). (1)

1.04 Recognize that Copyright Laws protect creative work of individuals/groups/companies by citing sources. (1)

1.05 Identify and discuss the benefits of non-networked and networked computers. (1)

1.06 Explore and discuss occupations/careers that use computers/technology tools in North Carolina. (1)

1.07 Identify, discuss, and visually represent how and why databases are used in North Carolina (e.g., schools, government, business, and science) to collect and organize information. (2)

1.08 Identify and discuss how spreadsheets are used to calculate and graph data in a variety of settings (e.g., schools, government, business, industry). (3)

1.09 Recognize and discuss the importance of citing sources of copyrighted materials in documents. (4)

1.10 Use published documents (e.g., letter, memo, newspaper) to identify and discuss document design and layout as a class. (4)

1.11 Identify and discuss the use of multimedia tools to report content area information. (5)

1.12 Recognize, discuss, and use multimedia terms/concepts (e.g., navigation buttons, transitions, links/hyperlinks, animation). (5)

1.13 Recognize, discuss, and use Copyright and Fair Use Guidelines in multimedia projects by explaining selection and use of resources as a class. (5)

1.14 Recognize and discuss telecommunications terms/concepts (e.g., browser, keyword, URL, hypertext, www). (6)

1.15 Recognize, discuss, and model responsible and safe behavior using online resources as a class/group/individual. (6)

Competency Goal 2: The learner will demonstrate knowledge and skills in the use of computer and other technologies.

Objectives:

2.01 Sort and search/filter a prepared content area database for information and use correct terms/concepts to explain strategies used as a class activity. (2)

2.02 Plan and use two criteria to search/filter prepared databases to locate and organize information for content assignments. (2)

2.03 Identify, discuss, and use the spreadsheet terms/concepts (e.g., cell, column, row, values, labels, graph, formula). (3)

2.04 Enter/edit data in prepared spreadsheets to perform calculations using simple formulas (+, -. *, /) and observe the changes that occur. (3)

2.05 Use spreadsheets and graphs to organize, calculate, and display data in content areas. (3)

2.06 Identify, discuss, and use terms/concepts of menu/tool bar (e.g., print preview, WYSIWIG, page setup, Spell Check, thesaurus) in word processing documents as a class. (4)

2.07 Recognize, discuss, and use proper keyboarding techniques. (4)

2.08 Use menu/tool bar features (e.g., print preview, Spell Check, thesaurus) to edit and make corrections to documents as a class/group activity. (4)

2.09 Recognize and discuss guidelines for media (e.g., personal information, images, content, language) to consider in developing multimedia projects as a class/group. (5)

2.10 Storyboard and modify multimedia projects with menus, branching and/or multiple outcomes for content areas, citing sources as a group activity. (5)

2.11 Recognize, discuss, and use rubrics to evaluate elements (e.g., content, organization, appropriateness of materials, citations) of multimedia projects/products. (5)

2.12 Plan, discuss, and use search strategies with two or more criteria to find information online about North Carolina as a class/group. (6)

2.13 Identify, discuss, and use online collaborative tools (e.g., email, surveys, videoconferencing) to collect data for content area assignments/projects. (6)

Competency Goal 3: The learner will use a variety of technologies to access, analyze, interpret, synthesize, apply, and communicate information.

Objectives:

3.01 Select and use technology tools (e.g., probeware, digital camera, scanners) to collect, analyze, and display information for content assignments. (1)

3.02. Use databases to analyze and evaluate information in content areas and cite sources. (2)

3.03 Discuss, plan, and develop simple databases in content area to enter/edit, collect, organize, and display content data as a class. (2)

3.04 Enter data into prepared spreadsheets and select graph to best represent data and cite sources of data. (3)

3.05 Use spreadsheet data and graphs to make predictions, solve problems, and make decisions in content areas as a class/group. (3)

3.06 Use word processing as a tool for writing, editing, and publishing paragraphs, stories, and assignments. (4)

3.07 Locate, select, organize, and present content area information from the Internet for a specific purpose and audience, citing sources. (6)

3.08 Use a rubric as a guide to select and evaluate digital resources and information for content and usefulness in content area assignments as a class. (6)

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Competency Goal 1: The learner will understand important issues of a technology-based society and will exhibit ethical behavior in the use of computer and other technologies.

Objectives:

1.01 Recognize, discuss, and visually represent changes in information technologies and the impact changes have in schools, workplace, and society in the United States . (1)

1.02 Recognize, discuss, and use terms/concepts related to the protection of computers, networks and information (e.g., virus protection, network security, passwords, firewalls, privacy laws). (1)

1.03 Recognize, discuss and use appropriate behavior related to computers, networks, digital information (e.g., security, privacy, passwords, personal information), and identify possible consequences of unethical behavior. (1)

1.04 Recognize and discuss how Copyright Laws protect ownership of intellectual property and discuss consequences of misuse. (1)

1.05 Recognize and discuss methods used to protect computers, networks, and information from viruses, vandalism and intrusion. (1)

1.06 Identify and discuss appropriate technology tools (virus software) to protect computers, networks, and information from vandalism and intrusion. (1)

1.07 Explore and discuss occupations/careers that use computers/technology as a class/group. (1)

1.08 Recognize and discuss how and why databases are used in society. (2)

1.09 Recognize, discuss, and explore how spreadsheets are used to calculate, graph, and represent data in a variety of settings (e.g., schools, government, business, industry, mathematics, science). (3)

1.10 Recognize and explain the advantages and disadvantages of using word processing to create content area projects/products. (4)

1.11 Demonstrate appropriate use of copyrighted materials in word processing documents used for content projects/assignments. (4)

1.12 Recognize and explain the advantages and disadvantages of using multimedia to develop content area projects/products. (5)

1.13 Identify and discuss multimedia terms/concepts (e.g., menu, branching, navigation, multimedia, design). (5)

1.14 Demonstrate knowledge of Copyright and Fair Use Guidelines by explaining selection and use of resources in content projects/assignments. (5)

1.15 Recognize, discuss, and use online terms/concepts (e.g., search strategies, citing resources, filters, AUP/IUP). (6)

Competency Goal 2: The learner will demonstrate knowledge and skills in the use of computer and other technologies.

Objectives:

2.01 Use knowledge of database terms/concepts and functions to find information in prepared content area databases and describe strategies used. (2)

2.02 Cite sources of information from content area databases used in assignments. (2)

2.03 Create/modify simple content area databases to enter/edit, collect, organize, and display content data for class/group assignment/project, citing resources. (2)

2.04 Use spreadsheet terms/concepts and functions (e.g., median, range, mode) to calculate, represent, and explain content area assignments. (3)

2.05 Modify/create and use spreadsheets to solve problems by performing calculations using simple formulas and functions (e.g., +, -, *, /, average). (3)

2.06 Create/modify simple content area spreadsheets to enter/edit, calculate, organize, and display content data for class/group assignment/project, citing resources. (3)

2.07 Identify, discuss and use WP/DTP menu/tool bar terms/concepts (e.g., import, portrait, landscape, copy and paste between two documents) to describe assignments/projects. (4)

2.08 Use proper keyboarding techniques to improve accuracy, speed, and general efficiency in computer operation. (4)

2.09 Demonstrate knowledge of WP/DTP tools to develop documents, which include data imported from a spreadsheet/database as a class/group. (4)

2.10 Select and use WP/DTP menu/tool bar features to edit/revise and change existing documents/projects/assignments. (4)

2.11 Use menus and branching to modify/create non-linear projects/products in content areas. (5)

2.12 Use student-generated rubrics to evaluate multimedia presentations for elements (e.g., organization, content, design, presentation, citation). (5)

2.13 Plan, discuss, and use search strategies with two or more criteria to find information for assignments/projects/products about the Western Hemisphere . (6)

2.14 Model and explain the importance of ethical, responsible, and safe behavior when using networked digital information (e.g., Internet, mobile phone, wireless, LANs). (6)

2.15 Select, discuss and evaluate digital resources and information for content, accuracy, usefulness and cite sources. (6)

2.16 Recognize, discuss, and/or use email/videoconferencing/webconferencing as a means of interactive communications. (6)

Competency Goal 3: The learner will use a variety of technologies to access, analyze, interpret, synthesize, apply, and communicate information.

Objectives:

3.01 Select and use search strategies with two or more criteria in prepared databases to locate, organize, and present information for content area assignments. (2)

3.02 Use content area databases to analyze, evaluate, organize, and compare information for assignments. (2)

3.03 Modify/edit databases to organize, analyze, interpret data, and create reports (e.g., documents, multimedia project, webpages). (2)

3.04 Cite sources of copyrighted data used in spreadsheets to analyze, interpret, and display findings in content areas. (3)

3.05 Enter/edit data into a spreadsheet to test simple "what if..." statements to solve problems and make decisions in content area. (3)

3.06 Recognize, discuss, and establish ethical guidelines for use of personal and copyrighted media (e.g., images, music, video, content, language) in multimedia projects and presentations as a class/group. (5)

3.07 Use evaluation tools to select Internet resources and information for content and usefulness in content area assignments. (6)

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