A.4.1
• develop touch keyboarding techniques using both hands (October-December a minimum of 15 minutes two times per week; January-June: two twenty minute sessions per week)
• save and backup files on a computer hard drive, storage medium, or server
• solve problems using the basic four arithmetic functions of a calculator when appropriate
A.4.2
• create, save, move, copy retrieve and delete electronic files
• incorporate graphics, pictures and sound into another document
A.4.3
• edit a word-processed document using a spell checker
• demonstrate the text editing features of a word processing program (e.g., bold face, italics, underline, double spacing, different size and style of fonts) to produce a finished product
A.4.4
• identify and use simple search engines and directories
A.4.5
• plan a multimedia production; using an outline or storyboard
A.4.6
• explain how well the media and technology contributed to the project or production’s impact
• identify simple criteria for judging the quality of a production or presentation (rubrics)
B.4.1
• determine what is already known about the information, problem or question
B.4.2
• evaluate possible sources based on currency, genre and relevance to topic
• Access information using common electronic reference sources (e.g. indices, almanacs, online catalogs and encyclopedias)
• select more than one resource when appropriate
• identify keywords and phrases for each information source
• recognize different ways to organize ideas, concepts, and phrases
• list steps to follow in carrying out the information search
• use an encyclopedia, dictionary, almanac and atlas in print or electronic formats
• use the index or table of contents of a book, magazine or reference set to locate specific information
B.4.3
• use an encyclopedia, dictionary, almanac, and atlas in print or electronic formats
• use the index or table of contents of a book, magazine, or reference set to locate specific information
B.4.4
• preview selected resources using table of contents, index and other simple scanning strategies
• determine timelines and validity of information sources
• identify the sponsoring organization or author for all resources
B.4.5
• organize information using simple outlining techniques
B.4.6
• select information applicable to the information question
• seek additional information if needed
B.4.7
• identify whether the purpose of the product or presentation is to inform, entertain or persuade
• choose a presentation format (e.g. speech, paper, web page, video)
B.4.8
• suggest ways in which the process and product can be improved
C.4.3
• choose materials at appropriate developmental levels
C.4.4
• establish goals and determine steps for completing a project
• assess progress and quality of work
D.4.1
• participate in the development of individual and workgroup tasks and priorities
• review workgroup projects and suggest improvements
D.4.2
• employ proper etiquette in all forms of communication
• recognize that altering or destroying another person’s program or file constitutes unacceptable behavior
• differentiate between copying and summarizing
• identify the school rules on student use of the Internet and other resources
D.4.3
• recognize that a quoted work must be stated in the author’s exact words
• recognize that reports or articles must be written in their own words
