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Standard 1.0: Computer Technology: Literacy and Usage First Grade
Standard 1.0: Computer Technology: Literacy and Usage First Grade
FIRST GRADE
Standard 1.0
Students will understand basic operations and concepts of technology.
Learning Expectations:
1.1 Students will demonstrate an understanding of the nature and operation of
technology systems.
1.3 Students will develop basic skills (alpha numeric and special characters)
in using keyboard using the touch system
Accomplishments
1.1.1. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the nature and operation
of technology systems.
a. Identify the computer as a machine that helps people work and play.
b. Identify and use input devices such as a disk drive, mouse, keyboard,
CD-Drive, etc.
c. Identify and use output devices such as a disk drive, monitor, printer,
CD-Drive, etc.
d. List the rules for the proper care of computer equipment
e. Demonstrate proper care for computer and other technologies
properly.
f. Use and apply appropriate computer and keyboarding terminology.
g. Explore basic navigation of the operating system as it relates to
applications used on the computer.
h. Differentiate between the operating system and an
application/program.
Performance Indicators
By the end of the second grade the student will be able to
• Identify the home row keys (A, S, D, F, J, K, L, ;), and the keys above and below
the home row keys..
• Have an awareness of the layout of the computer keyboard
• use input devices (e.g., mouse, keyboard, remote control) and output devices
(e.g., monitor, printer) to successfully operate computers, VCRs, audiotapes, and
other technologies.
• use keyboarding skills to produce grade appropriate projects.
• use a variety of media and technology resources for directed and independent
learning activities.
• communicate about technology using developmentally appropriate and accurate
terminology.
• use developmentally appropriate multimedia resources (e.g., interactive books,
educational software, multimedia encyclopedias) to support learning.
Standard 2.0
Students will understand the importance of social, ethical, and human issues associated
with technology.
Learning Expectations
2.1 Students will understand the ethical, cultural, and societal issues related to
technology.
2.1. Students will develop positive attitudes toward technology uses that
support lifelong learning, collaboration, personal pursuits, and productivity.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
1.2.1. Students will understand the ethical, cultural, and societal issues related
to technology.
a. Demonstrate the safe use of electronic technologies.
b. Describe how computers are used in our daily living (home and work).
c. Respect the privacy of others.
1.2.3. Students will develop positive attitudes toward technology uses that
support lifelong learning, collaboration, personal pursuits, and
productivity.
a. Respect the rights of others.
b. Recognize that technology can be used to assist learning.
c. Discuss ownership of computer-created work.
Performance Indicators
By the end of the second grade the student will be able to:
• work cooperatively and collaboratively with peers, family members, and others
when using technology.
• demonstrate positive social and ethical behaviors when using technology.
• practice responsible use of technology systems and software.
Standard 3.0
Students will use technology productivity tools.
Learning Expectations
3.1 Students will use technology tools to enhance learning, increase
productivity, and promote creativity.
3.2 Students will use productivity tools to collaborate in constructing
technology enhanced models, prepare publications, and produce other
creative works.
Accomplishments
1.3.1. Students will use technology tools to enhance learning, increase
productivity, and promote creativity.
a. Use the computer and technology resources to practice learning skills
such as computer puzzles, matching games, logical thinking programs,
etc.
b. Follow directions in a menu-driven program.
c. Identify and explain the function of the icons used in the various
programs.
d. Create text and graphics using the computer
Performance Indicators:
By the end of the second grade the student will be able to:
• Use a variety of media and technology resources for directed and independent
learning activities.
• Create developmentally appropriate multimedia products with support from
teachers, family members, or student partners.
• Use technology resources (e.g., puzzles, logical thinking programs, writing tools,
digital cameras, drawing tools) for problem solving, communication, and
illustration of thoughts, ideas, and stories.
Standard 4.0
Students will use technology communications tools.
Learning Expectations
4.1. Students will use telecommunications to collaborate, publish, and interact
with peers, experts, and other audiences.
4.2. Students will use a variety of media and formats to communicate
information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences.
Accomplishments
1.4.1. Students will use telecommunications to collaborate, publish, and interact
with peers, experts, and other audiences.
a. Recognize and discuss telecommunications as a way to share
information electronically.
b. Use multimedia software to communicate information and ideas.
c. Use the computer as a writing tool.
1.4.2. Students will use a variety of media and formats to communicate
information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences.
a. Experiment with basic formatting options in a word processor to
produce a publication for each of the following: a student, a teacher, a
friend, and a parent.
b. Suggest ways telecommunications can be used to share information
electronically.
c. Explore the use of multimedia software to enhance the communication
of information and ideas.
Performance Indicators
By the end of the second grade the student will be able to:
• use technology resources (e.g., puzzles, logical thinking programs, writing tools,
digital cameras, drawing tools) for problem solving, communication, and
illustration of thoughts, ideas, and stories.
• gather information and communicate with others using telecommunications with
support from teachers, family members, or student partners.
Standard 5.0
Students will select and use appropriate technology research tools.
Learning Expectations
5.1 Students will use technology to locate, evaluate, and collect information
from a variety of sources.
5.2 Students will use technology tools to process data and report results.
5.3 Students will evaluate and select new information resources and technological
innovations based on the appropriateness for specific tasks.
Accomplishments
1.5.1. Students will use technology to locate, evaluate, and collect information
from a variety of sources.
a. Use electronic reference tools as a resource.
b. Evaluate acquired information for usefulness
1.5.2. Students will use technology tools to process data and report results.
a. Use electronic reference tools as a resource, such as a simple
database/spreadsheet
b. Acquire information from a computer.
c. Identify the need for data to be organized.
d. Develop a small basic data base.
e. Develop a small basic spreadsheet.
f. Use the computer as a writing tool.
1.5.3. Students will evaluate and select new information resources and
technological
a. Choose an application based on its appropriateness for specific tasks.
b. Evaluate acquired information for usefulness.
c. Explore the gathering of information using a variety of electronic
resources, including but not limited to the Internet.
d. Perform an Internet search under the direction and supervision of a
teacher.
Performance Indicators
By the end of the second grade the student will be able to:
• use technology resources (e.g., puzzles, logical thinking programs, writing tools,
digital cameras, drawing tools) for problem solving, communication, and
illustration of thoughts, ideas, and stories.
Standard 6.0
Students will utilize technology problem-solving and decision-making tools.
Learning Expectations
6.1. Students will use technology resources for solving problems and making
informed decisions.
6.2. Students will employ technology in the development of strategies for
solving problems in the real world.
Accomplishments
1.6.1. Students will use technology resources for solving problems and making
informed decisions.
a. Recognize that computers were created to assist in solving problems.
(Computer History)
b. Recognize that the computer relies on sequential steps in order to
perform tasks.
c. Use a step-by-step process for solving a problem.
1. Order specific steps in the solution of a problem.
2. Choose the proper steps in the solution of a problem.
3. Choose and order the steps in the solution of a problem
d. Use teacher selected websites to acquire information related to a given
problem.
1. Analyze the information gathered
2. Collaborate with the teacher/student to reach a decision based on
the information gathered.
Performance Indicators:
By the end of the second grade the student will be able to:
• use technology resources (e.g., puzzles, logical thinking programs, writing tools,
digital cameras, drawing tools) for problem solving, communication, and
illustration of thoughts, ideas, and stories.