Seventh Grade

A.8.1
• demonstrate touch keyboarding skills at acceptable speed and accuracy levels (suggested range 20-25 wpm)
A.8.2
• identify the various organizational patterns used in different kinds of reference books
A.8.3
• compose a class report using advanced text formatting and layout styles (e.g., single and double spacing, different size and style of fonts, indents, headers and footers, pagination, table of contents, bibliography)
A.8.4
• send an e-mail message with an attachment to several persons simultaneously
• demonstrate efficient Internet navigation
B.8.3
• identify the classification system used in the school library media center, public library, and other local libraries
• locate materials using the classification systems of the school library media center and the public library
• use an on-line catalog and other databases of print and electronic resources
• recognize differences in searching bibliographic records, abstract, or full text databases
• use Boolean operators with human or programmed guidance to narrow or broaden searches
B.8.4
• examine selected resources for pertinent information using previewing techniques to scan for major concepts and keywords
• locate indicators of authority for all sources of information
B.8.5
• use note-taking strategies including summarizing and paraphrasing
• record concise notes in a prescribed manner, including bibliographic information
• record sources of information in a standardized bibliographic format
B.8.6
• gather and synthesize additional information as needed
B.8.7
• select a presentation format appropriate to the topic audience, purpose, content, and technology available
C.8.3
• identify characteristics of common literary forms
C.8.4
• evaluate progress and quality of personal learning
D.8.1
• collaborate with others to identify information needs and seek solutions
• plan for the efficient use and allocation of time
• evaluate completed projects to determine how the workgroup could have functioned more efficiently and productively
D.8.2
• return all borrowed materials on time
• describe and explain the school policy on technology and network use, media borrowing and Internet access
• identify and define the consequences of violations to the school’s policies on media and technology use
•demonstrate responsible use of the Internet and other electronic resources consistent with the school’s acceptable use policy
• recognize that using media and technology to defame or libel another person or group constitutes unacceptable behavior
• recognize the need for privacy and protection of personal information
D.8.3
• define the purpose of copyright and copyright law
• identify what kinds of works of authorship can be copyrighted (e.g., music, photos, literature, etc.)
• explain the concept of “fair use” as it pertains to the copyright law
• recognize that the “fair use” provisions may differ depending on the media format
• relate examples of copyright violations
• cite the source for words which are quoted verbatim and for pictures, graphics, and audio or video segments which are used in a product or presentation
D.8.4
• explain the concept of intellectual freedom
• identify examples and explain the implications of censorship in the United States and in other countries
• explain the importance of the principle of equitable access to information
• recognize that the free-flow of information contributes to an informed citizenry resulting in sound decisions for the common good