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Computer Curriculum
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Technology Curriculum for Grades K-8 The purpose of the computer program is that each student is able to comfortably use a computer. Computer skills will be introduced in the primary grades and mastered as students advance to the middle school level. Through this exposure, students will gain a positive view of computers as tools for learning. Introduction of Concepts and Skills Grades K – 2 will: § follow classroom rules for responsible use of computers. § develop an understanding that each student must work cooperatively with each other and their teacher. § use correct terminology for basic components of a computer system: e.g., monitor, keyboard, disk, CD, printer, and mouse. § develop basic skills for using hardware and applications such as: open/close a program, navigate using scroll bars, arrow keys, and mouse.) § develop keyboarding skills with the use of software. § develop skills in word processing using teacher templates. § print documents/projects. § explore the use of drawing & painting applications for class projects. Developing the Use of Acquired Concepts and Skills Grades 3 – 4 will: § be able to follow classroom rules for responsible use of computers. § develop an understanding that the computer is a tool for learning. § learn the need to respect the work of their peers. § use correct terminology for basic components of a computer system: e.g., monitor, keyboard, disk, CD, printer, mouse, hard drive, and window. § develop good keyboarding skills with emphases on correct finger placement. § identify the menu bar. § develop word processing formatting skills. § use spell check with teacher direction. § insert images (clip art) into word processing documents. § save a document to a folder created in the student’s name. § print documents/projects. § develop an understanding of the school’s rules for safe and ethical Internet use. § do an Internet Search from a teacher-selected Web site. § learn how to create a presentation program. Understanding and Mastering Concepts and Skills Grades 5 – 8 will: § demonstrate an understanding of classroom rules regarding responsible use of computers, responsible behavior around equipment, respect for other people’s work, and appropriate collaborative behavior. § build keyboarding skills from the intermediate level to advanced level emphasizing correct finger placement. § develop word processing skills to facilitate the writing process. § develop advanced formatting skills. § insert images from clip art, CD’s and the internet to an application. § use spell check and editing skills. § develop the use of the thesaurus to enhance their writing skills. § follow print instructions for printing various documents, such as word processing or spread sheets. § follow directions to create a presentation by using PowerPoint software inserting graphics, sound, and transitions. § be introduced to multiple uses of a spreadsheet. § use software to support math and language arts. § be introduced to the use of the scanner for projects and a grade 8 video project. § describe and demonstrate knowledge of the schools’ Acceptable Use Policy, and know the consequences of violating that policy. § understand and demonstrate ethical behavior in copying files from the internet, by properly identifying the source of the information in a bibliography (MLA citation). § required to do a research project in conjunction with the library program and present the work on a PowerPoint Presentation to the class.
Computer and Library
Our Lady of the Assumption School
40 Grove Street, Lynnfield, MA 01940
781-599-2078
gaeta3@comcast.net
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