Second Grade

Information and Technology Literacy Benchmarks
A.4.1
• operate basic audio and video equipment from which to listen and view media programs
• demonstrate proper keyboarding position, posture, and identify home row
A.4.2
• recognize the common organizational characteristics of print media (e.g., title page, table of contents, copyright statement, index)
A.4.3
• identify and define basic word processing terminology (e.g. cursor, open, save, file, window, document, cut, copy, paste)
• produce a document using a word processing program (word list, sentences, paragraphs)
A.4.4
• describe and explain an on-line information network
• use the functions of a web browser to navigate and save World Wide Web sites
A.4.5
• use draw, paint or graphics software to create simple signs, posters, banners, charts, visuals, etc.
A.4.6
• identify the media and technology used
B.4.1
• identify the information problem or question to be resolved
B.4.2
• identify possible sources of information including print, non-print, electronic, and human resources
B.4.4
• recognize that graphics and images can be used to convey a message
B.4.6
• determine if information is relevant to the information question
D.4.2
• identify the school rules on student use of the Internet and other resources
B.4.7
• identify the audience for the product or presentation
• recognize the three common types of communication or presentation modes (e.g., written , oral, visual)
C.4.1
• recognize that accurate information is basic to sound decisions
C.4.2
• recognize that award winning books reflect literary and artistic excellence
C.4.3
• differentiate among written, oral, and visual forms of literature
C.4.4
• identify topics suitable for independent learning or in-depth exploration
D.4.1
• articulate work group goals and individual responsibilities within the group
• complete workgroup projects to meet an established timeline
D.4.2
• identify the school rules on student use of the Internet and other resources
•demonstrate use of the Internet and other on-line sources consistent with the school’s acceptable use policy
D.4.3
• explain the concept of intellectual property rights (copyright)
D.4.4
• define the concept of intellectual freedom (censorship)

First Grade

Information and Technology Literacy Benchmarks
A.4.1
• Identify and explain the functions of the components of a computer system (e.g. monitor, central processing unit, storage devices, keyboard, mouse, printer, etc.)
• demonstrate proper care and correct use of media and equipment
• demonstrate the correct use of input devices (e.g., mouse, keyboard) and output devices (e.g., monitor, printer, speakers)
• demonstrate proper keyboarding position, posture, and identify home row
A.4.2
• demonstrate how to open and run a software program from a local storage device or network server
A.4.4
• log on and view information from pre-selected sites on the Internet
B.4.3
• recognize that materials in the school library media center are organized in a systematic manner
• locate information from pre-selected Internet sites and web pages
B.4.6

Kindergarten

Information and Technology Literacy Benchmarks
A.4.1
• identify and define basic computer terminology (e.g., software, hardware, cursor, startup/shutdown, storage medium, file, memory)
A.4.2
• identify the wide variety of current media formats (e.g., video programs, magazines, computer software, audio cassettes, CD-ROM and DVD, newspapers, books, the Internet)
• listen to and view common audio and video media
C.4.1
• relate literature and other creative expressions of information to personal experiences
• compare their own interpretations of literature and other creative expressions of information with those of others.
D.4.1
• share information and ideas with others
• respect the ideas of others
D.4.2
• identify the school rules on student use of the Internet and other resources
D.4.4
• acknowledge the right of classmates to express opinions different from their own