Important Notes - Read This First! Contacts Resources Technology Skills Continuum 8 Traits Credits

 

Some Important Notes on Using this Project...

 

This scope and sequence project was designed to give veteran and novice teachers alike a skeleton plan that they can use to shape their students' technology use during the school year in our computer labs. It covers Kindergarten through fifth grade. While comprehensive in nature it is not a step-by-step guide. It can be amended or adjusted as the need arises. The lessons comprise some important portions of each grade level's curriculum and some excellent ways to integrate the use of our technology resources into that curriculum. In addition, naturally, the technology skills for each grade level are addressed.

 

Standards are Addressed...

Each lesson has the appropriate curriculum and technology standards listed. By using this guide you will cover all the technology standards for your grade level. Since our technology is one of many tools we use to address our other curricular standards this scope and sequence helps but is, of course, not a complete solution. It should be noted that none of the lessons actually list the Adams 12 Technology Standard #1:

Computer Technology Basics: Students demonstrate knowledge and understanding of basic hardware and software components and operations.

These skills are covered during the early computer lab sessions where rules, norms, and details are usually discussed.

 

Mountain View Elementary School...

Our school is blessed with two computer labs (the Sun Lab and the Mac Lab) and so this sequence has lessons that address using both. Generally our classes spend 8 sessions a month in one of the labs and then switch to the other for the next month. While many of the actual lessons and activities could be used in either lab, traditionally they have been normally pursued in one or the other.

 

The Journey...

The scope and sequence project is organized in the form of a journey. "A Year's Journey Through a Landscape Rich with Curriculum and Technology Integration." Besides the actual scope and sequence of the actual lessons, you will find that they have been annotated with sections called "Pre-Trip Planning" and "Post Trip Reflections". These sections, like the guides and conversations we might have on a real journey, are meant to help the teacher gain a full understanding of why these particular lessons were chosen and how they fit into the whole. Read them carefully and you might find that you don't need the specific lessons at all because others will occur to you. The actual details of the lessons are not nearly as important as the curriculum addressed and the technology skills used.

 

Our Students are Authors and Publishers...

Productivity projects are the heart of our technology use at Mountain View Elementary School. Our students are authors and publishers. They always have been. They published stories, reports, page layouts, presentations, lists, scientific diagrams, maps and much more when their only tools were pencils, newsprint and crayons. They use our technology tools to do the same jobs today and more. Now the Internet and our own local network have made collaboration and access to data an integral part of the publishing process. When using the plans included remember that the topics and themes of the projects can be adjusted to any of the content that is covered in your classroom.

 

Some Advice...

A novice teacher at Mountain View Elementary School might follow this guide strictly but an experienced one would add, delete and adjust along the way. The sequence is not as important as the scope. Many of our teachers rearrange their curriculum in a flexible manner and so the lessons in this journey can be rearranged as well. However, some lessons lay the ground work for later activities by having particular technology skills embedded in them.

 

How are These Materials Arranged?

The hard copy editions of TISS are arranged in 6 notebooks; K-5. The first section is comprised of instructions, contacts and notes. That is followed by a section for each lesson plan. The lesson plan resources follow each plan where appropriate.

The web based copy is arranged with navigation features that will take you to the grade level and then the lesson plan you choose to browse. Links to resources are embedded in the appropriate pages. The downloading page has links for the PDF files. CDROM archives are available.

 

You Don't Teach at Mountain View?

Teachers from other schools that use this project may find a few references to Mountain View's specific technology and setup but for the most part this scope and sequence can be adapted to the hardware and/or software configuration at your school. References to resources are web based wherever possible. References to curriculum standards are localized for our state of Colorado and Adams 12 Five Star Schools, however these are based on and mirror nationally recognized standards.

 

Have a great trip!

Steve Gandy, April 2003

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TISS Contact Information:

Web Links:

TISS home page: http://mountain.adams12.org/TISS
Mountain View Elementary School home page: http://mountain.adams12.org
Adams 12 Five Star Schools home page: http://www.adams12.org
Sun Microsystems: http://www.sun.com
Knowvation: http://www.teacher2teacher.com
Sun Microsystems Open Gateways Program: http://www.sun.com/aboutsun/comm_invest/ogp

 

E-mail:


Steve Gandy: steve@stevegandy.com
Janet Walter: janet_walter@hotmail.com
Peggy Crimmins: pcrimmins@earthlink.net

 

Phone:


Mountain View Elementary School: 720-972-5520
Thornton Elementary School: 720-972-5660

 

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List of Resources

Software Web Sites:

StarOffice - www.sun.com/staroffice
Appleworks - www.apple.com/appleworks
Kid Pix - www.kidpix.com/edu.html
HyperStudio - www.hyperstudio.com

 


Sun Web Sites:

Sun Microsystems - www.sun.com
Sun’s Open Gateways Program - www.sun.com/aboutsun/comm_invest/ogp

 


Mountain View Elementary School Web Sites:


Mountain View Elementary - mountain.adams12.org
Mountain View Student Home Page - mountain.adams12.org/StudentHome.html
Mountain View Primary Jump Off Page - mountain.adams12.org/21k.html
Mountain View 3rd Grade Jump Off Page - mountain.adams12.org/3rdSites.html
Mountain View 4th Grade Jump Off Page - mountain.adams12.org/4thSites.html
Mountain View 5th Grade Jump Off Page - mountain.adams12.org/5thSites.html
Mountain View Teacher Jump Off Page - mountain.adams12.org/TeacherSites.html

 


Other Web Sites:


6 Traits - www.nwrel.org/assessment
Adams12 iTec Center - www.ad12.k12.co.us/teacherweb/ad12learningcenter/elemclassroom.htm
TISS Home Page - mountain.adams12.org/TISS


Books:


Reference books for both of Mountain View’s labs and all the software used are available on the lab bookshelves.

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Technology Skills Continuum

K_1
2_3
4_5
6_8
9_12

Adams 12 Five Star Schools
K - 1 Technology Skills Continuum
Standard #1 Computer Technology Basics: Students demonstrate knowledge and understanding of basic hardware and software components and operations. TISS Lesson Alignment
1A Identifies parts of computer system 1A.1 Keyboard, mouse, monitor, printer It should be noted that none of the lessons in the TISS project actually list the Adams 12 Technology Standard 1. These skills are covered during the early computer lab session where rules, norms, and details are usually discussed.
1B Demonstrates proper care for equipment and obeys rules of working around computers 1B.1 Understands the following rules:



No food or drink



Clean hands



No rough treatment



No magnets
1C Uses input, output and storage devices 1C.1 Uses keyboard for input of letters and numbers


1C.2 Uses mouse to point, click and drag, double-click and right-click (Windows)


1C.3 Prints documents and files
1D Demonstrates navigation skills 1D.1 Meets site-specific objectives such as:



Logs in and out



Launches and quits programs



Uses icon-driven menus



Uses toolbars and pull-down menus
1E Exercises proper posture and position while sitting at a computer 1E.1 Uses correct posture by centering body in front of keyboard


1E.2 Properly holds the mouse
1F Recognizes that many activities in daily life depend on computers and other technologies 1F.1 Identifies computers that are encountered in daily life (i.e. at home, the grocery store, etc.)
1G Demonstrates the ability to select the appropriate technological tool 1G.1 Recognizes that different tools can be used to accomplish a given task (i.e. paints and markers vs. paint programs, a book vs. the Internet)
Standard #2 Productivity Applications: Students use technology tools to enhance learning, increase productivity, and promote creativity.
2A Word Processing

Keyboarding Unit (K, 1)
2A.1 Keyboarding 2A.1.1 Uses the keyboard to enter text Letters, Words, and Spaces (K)


2A.1.2 Uses special function keys such as: enter/return, spacebar, shift, delete, Readable Document (1)



backspace, numbers, letters, and punctuation Conventions #1 - Single Sentences (1)
2A.2 Editing 2A.2.1 Uses the backspace/delete key to edit text Conventions #2 - Multiple Sentences (1)




Conventions #3 - Short Paragraph (1)




Conventions #4 - My Own Writing (1)




Fluency #1 - Sentence Combining (1)




Fluency #2 - Changing Sentence Structure (1)




Fluency #3 - Eliminating Run-on Sentences (1)




Fluency #4 - Revising a Paragraph (1)




Fluency #5 - Revising My Own Writing (1)
2B Spreadsheets 2B.1 No Indicators at this level
2C Databases 2C.1 No Indicators at this level
2D Multimedia - Uses basic creativity or authoring tools such as KidPix, 2D.1 Creates a picture story Graphics/Text Integration (K, 1)

HyperStudio, and/or PowerPoint to create a multimedia product


2E Uses drawing tools to create an original graphic 2E.1 Uses drawing tools such as eraser, fill, pencil, paintbrush, airbrush, etc. Phases of the Moon (1)
Standard #3 Telecommunications: Students use telecommunications to retrieve and exchange information which supports and enhances District 12 curriculum frameworks.
3A Understands and practices ethical and appropriate use of technology 3A.1 Demonstrates respect for the work of others


3A.2 Discusses ownership of computer-created work
3B Follows the District's Acceptable Use Regulations and copyright rules 3B.1 Has signed Acceptable Use Regulations document on file with the school
Standard #4 Instructional Software: Students use instructional software to enhance learning in content areas.
4A Uses age appropriate software to help understand and/or practice concepts in 4A.1 Uses the following programs: (Some Suggestions) Introduction to Educational Support Software (K, 1)

various content areas
Zoo Zillions



Bailey's Book House



Sammy's Science House



Trudy's Time and Place House



Base Ten Blocks



Logic Blocks



Wiggleworks













   

Adams 12 Five Star Schools
2 - 3 Technology Skills Continuum
Standard #1 Computer Technology Basics: Students demonstrate knowledge and understanding of basic hardware and software components and operations. TISS Lesson Alignment
1A Identifies parts of computer system 1A.1 CD-ROM, speakers, hard drive, CPU, scanner, floppy disks It should be noted that none of the lessons in the TISS project actually list the Adams 12 Technology Standard 1. These skills are covered during the early computer lab session where rules, norms, and details are usually discussed.
1B Demonstrates proper care for equipment and obeys rules of working around computers 1B.1 Understands proper handling of floppy and CD-ROM disks


1B.2 Knows and practices site-based printer rules
1C Uses input, output and storage devices 1C.1 Uses site-specific storage devices to save files (i.e. disks, hard drives, servers)
1D Demonstrates navigation skills 1D.1 Meets site-specific objectives such as:



Uses text-driven menus



When directed, correctly restarts and/or shuts down a computer
1E Exercises proper posture and position while sitting at a computer 1E.1 Practices correct posture by placing two feet on the floor


1E.2 Assumes correct distance from monitor, keyboard and mouse
1F Recognizes that many activities in daily life depend on computers and other technologies 1F.1 Identifies ways in which computers are used throughout the community (police, fire, etc.)
1G Demonstrates the ability to select the appropriate technological tool 1G.1 Uses a variety of tools and evaluates their effectiveness for accomplishing tasks
Standard #2 Productivity Applications: Students use technology tools to enhance learning, increase productivity, and promote creativity.
2A Word Processing

Keyboarding Unit (2, 3)
2A.1 Keyboarding 2A.1.1 Uses special function keys such as: tab, number pad keys, keyboard shortcuts, alt, control and symbols ($,#,%, etc.) Poetry Experience (2)
2A.2 Editing 2A.2.1 Edits text by using select/deselect, cut/copy/paste, delete and undo Digraph Mini-Book (2)


2A.2.2 Places cursor at the specific location How Many Ways to Make a Dollar (2)


2A.2.3 Uses spell check and thesaurus Sound Words - One Way to Start a Story (2)
2A.3 Formatting 2A.3.1 Changes character formatting such as: font, font size and font style (B, I, U) The Writing Process - Word Processing Skills (3)


2A.3.2 Uses different document layouts (i.e. letter, sign, banner, etc.) Friendly Letter to E-mail (2)
2B Spreadsheets 2B.1 Enters and edits data in a prepared spreadsheet or graphing program Math Facts Mania (2)
2C Databases 2C.1 No Indicators at this level
2D Multimedia - Uses basic creativity or authoring tools such as KidPix, 2D.1 Recognizes characteristics of multimedia Graphics/Text Integration (2, 3)

HyperStudio, and/or PowerPoint to create a multimedia product 2D.2 Creates simple sequential (linear) multimedia presentation Life Cycle Slide Show (2)




Human Anatomy Publishing Project (3)




Water Cycle Slide Show (3)
2E Uses drawing tools to create an original graphic 2E.1 Uses drawing tools such as lines, shapes, text tool, magnifying glass, etc. Author's Page (3)




Graphing with Graphic Tools (3)
Standard #3 Telecommunications: Students use telecommunications to retrieve and exchange information which supports and enhances District 12 curriculum frameworks.
3A Understands and practices ethical and appropriate use of technology 3A.1 Practices responsible use and adheres to all site-based rules governing the use of electronic sources of information


3A.2 Recognizes individual's rights of ownership to computer-generated work
3B Follows the District's Acceptable Use Regulations and copyright rules 3B.1 Has signed Acceptable Use Regulations document on file with the school


3B.2 Recognizes that Copyright Law protects what a person, group or company



creates
3C Uses web-browsing software to access information sources using the Internet 3C.1 Identifies the Internet as a source of information Animal Research (2)


3C.2 Uses teacher-selected Internet sites to gather information for class assignments Weather Internet Activity (3)
3D Develops skills in analyzing the accuracy and credibility of information from 3D.1 Recognizes that all information available electronically is not necessarily true Introduction to the Internet (3)

electronic resources and cites those sources appropriately 3D.2 Evaluates the usefulness of information obtained using electronic resources
Standard #4 Instructional Software: Students use instructional software to enhance learning in content areas.
4A Uses age appropriate software to help understand and/or practice concepts in 4A.1 Uses the following programs: (Some Suggestions) Introduction to Educational Support Software (2, 3)

various content areas
Scholastic Reading Counts



Word Munchers



Mac/PC USA



Mac/PC Globe



The Logical Journey of the Zoombinis











 

 

Adams 12 Five Star Schools
4 - 5 Technology Skills Continuum
Standard #1 Computer Technology Basics: Students demonstrate knowledge and understanding of basic hardware and software components and operations. TISS Lesson Alignment
1A Identifies parts of computer system 1A.1 Joystick, modem, headphone, digital camera, microphone It should be noted that none of the lessons in the TISS project actually list the Adams 12 Technology Standard 1. These skills are covered during the early computer lab session where rules, norms, and details are usually discussed.


1A.2 Understands the differences between stand-alone and networked computer systems
1B Demonstrates proper care for equipment and obeys rules of working around computers 1B.1 Follows site-specific rules in care of all computer and peripheral devices
1C Uses input, output and storage devices 1C.1 Loads, accesses, quits and ejects CD-ROM disks


1C.2 Uses site-specific devices for input/output (i.e. scanner, multiple printers, digital camera, microphone, video camera)
1D Demonstrates navigation skills 1D.1 Meets site-specific objectives such as:



Uses text-driven menus



When directed, correctly restarts and/or shuts down a computer
1E Exercises proper posture and position while sitting at a computer 1E.1 Properly places two hands-on the home row


1E.2 Demonstrates all aspects of proper ergonomics
1F Recognizes that many activities in daily life depend on computers and other technologies 1F.1 Identifies some positive and negative aspects of technology on daily life
1G Demonstrates the ability to select the appropriate technological tool 1G.1 Uses a variety of tools and evaluates their effectiveness for accomplishing tasks
Standard #2 Productivity Applications: Students use technology tools to enhance learning, increase productivity, and promote creativity.
2A Word Processing

Keyboarding Unit (4, 5)
2A.1 Keyboarding 2A.1.1 Uses touch typing with home row keys The Writing Process - Word Processing Skills (4, 5)
2A.2 Editing 2A.2.1 Uses spell check and thesaurus Planet Poems (4)
2A.3 Formatting 2A.3.1 Changes character formatting such as font and color Writing a Personal Narrative (4)


2A.3.2 Utilizes different document layouts (i.e. newsletter, etc.) Colorado Explorer's Diary (4)


2A.3.3 Changes document formatting such as alignment, bulleted/numbered lists, borders, line spacing, margins, etc. Biography Acrostic Poem (5)


2A.3.4 Inserts a graphic into a word-processed document
2B Spreadsheets 2B.1 Identifies and defines parts of a spreadsheet (i.e. cell, formula, column, and row) US History Timelines (5)


2B.2 Collects, organizes (sorts), displays and interprets data using spreadsheets Graphing Science Experiment Results (5)


2B.3 Uses graphing capabilities of programs to graph results of entered data


2B.4 Performs calculations (i.e. AutoSum, function wizard, and/or paste function)
2C Databases 2C.1 Identifies and defines parts of a database (i.e. record, field, query, sort) Similes-Metaphors Database (5)


2C.2 Enters and edits information in a simple database (i.e. add and delete records)


2C.3 Identifies and uses electronic databases to locate, collect, sort and display data
2D Multimedia - Uses basic creativity or authoring tools such as KidPix, 2D.1 Uses import/export and copy/paste features to create a single document Graphics/Text Integration (4, 5)

HyperStudio, and/or PowerPoint to create a multimedia product
using more than one program Force and Motion Diagrams/Slide Shows (4)


2D.2 Creates an interactive multimedia presentation Explorer's Report and Presentation (5)




Story Problems Presentations (5)
2E Uses drawing tools to create an original graphic 2E.1 Uses drawing tools such as selection tools, eyedropper, etc. Postcards/Brochures from Space (4)




GeoDraw USA State Maps (5)
Standard #3 Telecommunications: Students use telecommunications to retrieve and exchange information which supports and enhances District 12 curriculum frameworks.
3A Understands and practices ethical and appropriate use of technology 3A.1 Recognizes the need for protection of software and hardware from computer



viruses and vandalism
3B Follows the District's Acceptable Use Regulations and copyright rules 3B.1 Has signed Acceptable Use Regulations document on file with the school


3B.2 Identifies violations of the Copyright Law


3B.3 Demonstrates the correct use of copyrighted materials in multimedia products
3C Uses web-browsing software to access information sources using the Internet 3C.1 Uses teacher-selected Internet sites and/or links to retrieve information for Colorado Animals (4)



classroom assignments Solar System Internet Activity (4)


3C.2 Uses search strategies to locate information USA Internet Activity (5)


3C.3 Saves and/or prints information from the Internet
3D Develops skills in analyzing the accuracy and credibility of information from 3D.1 Distinguishes among sources of information (i.e. university, commercial and Introduction to the Internet (4, 5)

electronic resources and cites those sources appropriately
government sites)


3D.2 Recognizes the difference between content and advertisements on web pages


3D.3 Cites electronic sources correctly


3D.4 Evaluates the usefulness of information obtained using electronic resources
Standard #4 Instructional Software: Students use instructional software to enhance learning in content areas.
4A Uses age appropriate software to help understand and/or practice concepts in 4A.1 Uses the following programs: (Some Suggestions) Introduction to Educational Support Software (4, 5)

various content areas
Oregon Trail Using the Calendar for Math (4)



Number Munchers



Math Blaster



Peg Board



TurboMathFacts














 


















 

Adams 12 Five Star Schools
6 - 8 Technology Skills Continuum
Standard #1 Computer Technology Basics: Students demonstrate knowledge and understanding of basic hardware and software components and operations; and the impact of technology on life and society.
1A Identify and demonstrate an understanding of the functions of internal computer components 1A.1 Identifies and explains the functions of processor, storage, memory, video memory, RAM, ROM, expansion slots and cards
1B Identify and demonstrate an understanding of the functions of external computer components 1B.1 Identifies and explains function of modem, scanner, printer, digital camera, keyboard, monitor, floppy drives, hard drives, floppy discs and external projection devices
1C Correctly attach and detach the components of a computer, and demonstrate proper care of hardware, software and related peripheral equipment 1C.1 Follows all site-based rules in the care of hardware, software, and network


1C.2 Demonstrates the ability to connect monitors, CPU, keyboard, printer, and mouse
1D Demonstrate the correct use of technological terms 1D.1 Appropriately uses technological terms. (i.e. clip art, hypertext, multimedia, virus, CD-ROM, E-mail and World Wide Web)
1E Demonstrate ability to perform basic troubleshooting 1E.1 Demonstrates the ability to check power, network and peripheral device connections


1E.2 Demonstrates the ability to start, shut down and restart a computer, and understands when each is appropriate


1E.3 Demonstrates the ability to open, close and switch between applications correctly


1E.4 Demonstrates the ability to select and use the appropriate printer


1E.5 Practices reading and understanding dialog box messages


1E.6 Demonstrates the ability to locate and retrieve a file
1F Understand that technological progress is the result of work over long periods of time 1F.1 Identifies historical milestones in the development of technology


1F.2 Discusses the rate of change in technological developments past, present and future


1F.3 Exhibits an awareness of societal issues related to technology
1G Identify the impacts of technology on societies 1G.1 Explains how technology can be helpful or destructive, produce planned and unanticipated effects, and how a nation's strength is related to its use of technology


1G.2 Gathers and reports information on the impact of technology in all fields


1G.3 Applies legal and ethical considerations in the use of technology (i.e. privacy, plagiarism, copyright, etc.)
1H Understand the role of technology in daily life 1H.1 Identifies the uses of technology in daily life
Standard #2 Productivity Applications: Students use technology tools to enhance learning, increase productivity, and promote creativity.
2A Word Processing

2A.1 Create and revise a wordprocessed document 2A.1.1 Utilizes document and text formatting commands (i.e. centering, tabs, bold, titles, subtitles, margins, page setup, etc.)


2A.1.2 Correctly integrates graphics into a word-processed document


2A.1.3 Correctly uses editing commands (i.e. cut, copy, paste, spell check, thesaurus, grammar check and outline)


2A.1.4 Practices drafting an original document at the keyboard
2A.2 Continue development of touch typing skills 2A.2.1 Develops keyboarding skills with correct body posture and fingering positions as developmentally appropriate


Gr 6 Locates and practices using all keys with correct body posture and fingering position on all keys


Gr 7 Builds speed and accuracy using all keys with correct body posture and fingering position at 10-15 wpm with 80% accuracy


Gr 8 Develops keyboarding skills at 20-25 words per minute with correct body posture and fingering position on all keys with 80% accuracy


2A.2.2 Practices correct touch-typing skills when using computers in all content areas
2B Spreadsheets - Create and use spreadsheets, and integrates them into reports 2B.1 Identifies and uses a spreadsheet


2B.2 Practices entering formulas into a spreadsheet


2B.3 Practices creating and integrating spreadsheets into charts and graphs
2C Databases - Create databases and demonstrate ability to organize information, search and sort, collect and manipulate data 2C.1 Uses an existing database to search, sort and find information


2C.2 Collects and manipulates the data and layout in an existing database


2C.3 Creates and uses an original database to organize information
2D Calculators - Use calculators for a variety of functions, including graphing calculators when available 2D.1 Uses hand held and computer calculators for computations


2D.2 Begins using graphing calculators for algebraic functions
Standard #3 Telecommunications: Students use telecommunications to retrieve and exchange information which supports and enhances District 12 curriculum frameworks.
3A Understands and practices ethical and appropriate use of technology 3A.1 Recognizes the need for protection of software and hardware from computer viruses and vandalism
3B Follows the District's Acceptable Use Regulations and copyright rules 3B.1 Has signed Acceptable Use Regulations document on file with the school


3B.2 Practices responsible use in accordance with this AUP agreement


3B.3 Adheres to all site-based rules governing the use of online information
3C Demonstrate the ability to locate information online (i.e. SIRSI and site-based resources) 3C.1 Independently uses author, title, subject and keyword searches to locate information


3C.2 Begins using advanced search strategies to narrow the focus of a search
3D Use web browsing software to access outside information sources via the Internet which support classroom activities 3D.1 Practices effective use of Internet sites to gather information, which supports curriculum


3D.2 Effectively uses browser software to access information


3D.3 Effectively uses search strategies and search engines for accessing information related to classroom activities


3D.4 Locates, saves, downloads and/or prints a variety of information resources from the Internet to support classroom activities
3E Analyze the accuracy and credibility of information from electronic sources and cite those sources appropriately 3E.1 Recognizes that all information on the Internet is not necessarily true


3E.2 Analyzes information for its usefulness and accuracy, and makes appropriate choices from a variety of online sources

  3E.3 Demonstrates an understanding of web page addressing hierarchy and layout conventions


3E.4 Understands and utilizes the functions of E-mail as a learning and communication tool


3E.5 Participates in an interactive electronic project with another school, educational organization or professional expert
Standard #4 Instructional Software: Students use instructional software to enhance learning in content areas.
4A Uses age appropriate software to help understand and/or practice concepts in various content areas 4A.1 Uses the following programs:




















Standard #5 Creativity Tools: Students communicate visually, graphically and artistically.
5A Use authoring tools (i.e. HyperStudio, PowerPoint, etc.) to develop a project or presentation in one or more of the curriculum areas 5A.1 Designs and plans a project by creating a story board


5A.2 Practices using appropriate software to create a multi-media project or presentation


5A.3 Uses a variety of peripheral equipment and resources to create and/or access multimedia components


5A.3.1 Uses a scanner, digital camera and/or video resources to capture or create images


5A.3.2 Uses audio resources to create or capture sound


5A.3.3 Uses video resources (i.e. camcorder, VCR, laser disc, and Internet) to create or capture video


5A.4 Combines image, audio and video components into a presentation or project

Adams 12 Five Star Schools
9 - 12 Technology Skills Continuum
Standard #1 Computer Technology Basics: Students discuss and demonstrate knowledge of the impact of technology on life and society, and access information related to post-secondary options and opportunities.
1A Describe the social and economic changes that result from technological developments 1A.1 Investigates the socio-economic impacts of technological developments at global, national and local levels
1B Analyze and discuss the actual and potential impacts of technology on individuals 1B.1 Uses knowledge of the change process to predict the impacts of future technological development


1B.2 Understands the legal and ethical issues relating to technology laws, and complies with them


1B.3 Analyzes technological dependence/interdependence, and identifies positive and negative consequences for societies and individuals
1C Access and use appropriate career, college, and/or scholarship resources to plan future personal goals 1C.1 Accesses internal and external databases (i.e. C-lect, Peterson's College Guide, Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB), etc.) to retrieve information


1C.2 Uses ACT/SAT preparation software if available and appropriate


1C.3 Accesses online sources to retrieve career and vocational information
Standard #2 Productivity Applications: Students use technology tools to enhance learning, increase productivity, and promote creativity.
2A Word Processing

2A.1 Create documents at the keyboard using word processing and writing process skills 2A.1.1 Routinely uses a word processing program to draft, edit and finalize written documents in all content areas
2A.2 Use keyboarding skills to produce documents in a variety of content areas 2A.2.1 Practices using touch-typing skills with correct body posture and fingering position on all keys
2B Spreadsheets - Create and use spreadsheets, and integrate them into reports 2B.1 Recognizes functions of spreadsheets and routinely uses them to analyze and manipulate data and information


2B.2 Creates original spreadsheets, including formatting, adding formulas, and creating graphs, charts, etc.


2B.3 Practices creating and integrating spreadsheets into charts and graphs
2C Databases - Create databases and demonstrate ability to organize information, search and sort, collect and manipulate data 2C.1 Recognizes functions of databases and routinely uses them to search, sort and analyze information


2C.2 Applies database functions to create curriculum-related products


2C.3 Begins to use simple relational databases
2D Calculators - Use calculators for a variety of functions, including graphing calculators 2D.1 Routinely uses hand-held and/or computer based graphing calculators to perform mathematical functions
2E Combine information from two or more productivity applications 2E.1 Selects and merges information from word processing, database, spreadsheet and/or graphics programs to create an integrated curriculum-related product
Standard #3 Telecommunications: Students use telecommunications to retrieve and exchange information which supports and enhances District 12 curriculum frameworks.
3A Understands and practices ethical and appropriate use of technology 3A.1 Recognizes the need for protection of software and hardware from computer viruses and vandalism
3B Follows the District's Acceptable Use Regulations and copyright rules 3B.1 Has signed Acceptable Use Regulations document on file with the school


3B.2 Practices responsible use in accordance with this AUP agreement


3B.3 Adheres to all site-based rules governing the use of online information
3C Demonstrate the ability to locate information online (i.e. SIRSI, external and site-based resources) 3C.1 Independently uses author, title, subject and keyword searches to locate information


3C.2 Routinely uses advanced search strategies (i.e. keywords, truncation, wild cards, Boolean logic, etc.) to locate electronic information
3D Use web browsing software to access outside information sources via the Internet which support classroom activities 3D.1 Routinely uses web browser software and search engines to access information for classroom-related projects and assignments
3E Analyze the accuracy and credibility of information from electronic sources and cite those sources appropriately 3E.1 Determines the source of various pieces of information and analyzes that information for authority, accuracy, value, supportability, etc.
Standard #4 Instructional Software: Students use instructional software to enhance learning in content areas.
4A Uses age appropriate software to help understand and/or practice concepts in various content areas 4A.1 Uses the following programs:

 

















Standard #5 Creativity Tools: Students communicate visually, graphically and artistically.
5A Using creativity tools, work alone or in groups to create presentations or pursue projects 5A.1 Uses authoring tools, audio/video computer technologies to create a unified product or presentation


5A.2 Designs creative, effective products, which communicate specific purposes, such as information dissemination, persuasion, entertainment or education

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Eight important traits in our graduates:

1. Competent
"Demonstrates continual academic improvement"

2. Creative
"Utilizes innovative approaches that demonstrate problem solving and original thinking"

3. Productive
"Uses time efficiently and creates quality work"

4. Healthy
"Seeks a well-rounded lifestyle that displays physical, emotional, and social wellness"

5. Ethical
"Displays respect, integrity, and trustworthiness"

As stated in standard 3 of the Adams 12 Technology Skills Continuum students are expected to:
Students will conduct a substantial amount of Internet-based research in these lessons where they are expected to:

6. Successful
"Is self-directed and goal-oriented"

7. Thoughtful
"Develops critical thinking skills and utilizes appropriate decision making strategies"

8. Good Citizen
"Demonstrates civic and social responsibility, honors diversity, and participates in positive group interaction"


Credits:

The artwork for TISS was graciously provided by Cathy Johnson, art teacher at Mountain View Elementary.

The printing for TISS was "squeezed in" by Pam, our fantastic workroom para-professional.

Science and Social Studies advice was provided by Linda Block-Gandy, Science Teacher on Special Assignment.

 

 

Important Notes - Read This First! Contacts Resources Technology Skills Continuum 8 Traits Credits

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Developed under a grant from Sun Microsystems, Inc. Open Gateways at Mountain View
Elementary School by Steve Gandy, Technology Coordinator - mountain.adams12.org/TISS © 2003