Basic operations and concepts  

• • Students demonstrate a sound understanding of the nature and operation of technology systems.

  • Students are proficient in the use of technology. 

Social, ethical, and human issues  

• • Students understand the ethical, cultural, and societal issues related to technology.

  • Students practice responsible use of technology systems, information, and software.

  • Students develop positive attitudes toward technology uses that support lifelong learning, collaboration, personal pursuits, and productivity 

Technology productivity tools 

• • Students use technology tools to enhance learning, increase productivity, and promote creativity.

  • Students use productivity tools to collaborate in constructing technology-enhanced models, prepare publications, and produce other creative works. 

Technology communications tools  

• • Students use telecommunications to collaborate, publish, and interact with peers, experts, and other audiences.

  • Students use a variety of media and formats to communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences. 

Technology research tools 

• • Students use technology to locate, evaluate, and collect information from a variety of sources.

  • Students use technology tools to process data and report results.

  • Students evaluate and select new information resources and technological innovations based on the appropriateness for specific tasks 

Technology problem-solving and decision-making tools 

• • Students use technology resources for solving problems and making informed decisions.

  • Students employ technology in the development of strategies for solving problems in the real world.

Use input devices (e.g., mouse, keyboard, remote control) and output devices (e.g., monitor, printer) to successfully operate computers, VCRs, audiotapes, and other technologies. (1) 

Assessment- Kdg, 1st and 2nd grades will assess using a checklist and rubric.

Use a variety of media and technology resources for directed and independent learning activities. (1, 3) 

Assessment- 2nd grade will assess creating a poster using a point program that demonstrates understanding of a curricular concept.

Communicate about technology using developmentally appropriate and accurate terminology. (1) 

Assessment- 2nd grade will assess by creating a sequence of steps for the use of a device using a word processing program.  

Use developmentally appropriate multimedia resources (e.g., interactive books, educational software, elementary multimedia encyclopedias) to support learning. (1) 

Assessment- Kdg, 1st and 2nd grades will assess using a checklist and rubric.

Work cooperatively and collaboratively with peers, family members, and others when using technology in the classroom. (2) 

Assessment- Kdg, 1st and 2nd grades will assess using a checklist and rubric.

Demonstrate positive social and ethical behaviors when using technology. (2) 

Assessment- Kdg, 1st and 2nd grades will assess using a checklist and rubric.

Practice responsible use of technology systems and software. (2) 

Assessment- Kdg, 1st and 2nd grades will assess using a checklist and rubric.

Create developmentally appropriate multimedia products with support from teachers, family members, or student partners. (3) 

Assessment- 2nd grade will assess creating a PowerPoint presentation and rubric.

Use technology resources (e.g., puzzles, logical thinking programs, writing tools, and digital cameras, drawing tools) for problem solving, communication, and illustration of thoughts, ideas, and stories. (3, 4, 5, 6) 

Assessment- 2nd grade will assess by producing an illustrated document through word processing, incorporating clip art and/or original computer art and rubric.

Gather information and communicate with others using telecommunications, with support from teachers, family members, or student partners. (4) 

Assessment – 2nd grade will assess through epals interaction project and rubric.

Use keyboards and other common input and output devices (including adaptive devices when necessary) efficiently and effectively. (1)  

Assessment – 5th Grade will assess using PhotoStory project and rubric.

Discuss common uses of technology in daily life and the advantages and disadvantages those uses provide. (1, 2) 

Assessment – 3rd Grade will assess using Venn Diagram and Rubric

Discuss basic issues related to responsible use of technology and information and describe personal consequences of inappropriate use. (2) 

Assessment – 3rd, 4th, 5th  will assess  using checklist and signature on Student Technology/Internet Agreement

Use general purpose productivity tools and peripherals to support personal productivity, remediate skill deficits, and facilitate learning throughout the curriculum. (3) 

Assessment – 3rd, 4th, 5th will assess using Microsoft Office programs and Renaissance Learning programs.  

Use technology tools (e.g., multimedia authoring, presentation, Web tools, digital cameras, scanners) for individual and collaborative writing, communication, and publishing activities to create knowledge products for audiences inside and outside the classroom. (3, 4) 

Assessment – 5th Grade will assess using PhotoStory project and rubric

Use telecommunications efficiently to access remote information, communicate with others in support of direct and independent learning, and pursue personal interests. (4) 

Assessment – 5th Grade will assess using Skype and ePals Interaction project and rubric

Use telecommunications and online resources (e.g., e-mail, online discussions, Web environments) to participate in collaborative problem-solving activities for the purpose of developing solutions or products for audiences inside and outside the classroom. (4, 5) 

Assessment – 5th Grade will assess using Skype, Cyber Literature Circles project, ePals, blog site and rubric.

Use technology resources (e.g., calculators, data collection probes, videos, educational software) for problem solving, self-directed learning, and extended learning activities. (5, 6) 

Assessment – 3rd, 4th, 5th will assess using checklist.

Determine which technology is useful and select the appropriate tool(s) and technology resources to address a variety of tasks and problems. (5, 6) 

Assessment – 5th will assess using multimedia for scientific investigation or historical research project.

Evaluate the accuracy, relevance, appropriateness, comprehensiveness, and bias of electronic information sources. (6) 

Assessment – 4th will assess using a written report analyzing and comparing/contrasting various information sources and rubric.

Apply strategies for identifying and solving routine hardware and software problems that occur during everyday use. (1) 

Assessment – 7th Computer Application will assess written assessment using hypothetical scenarios.

Demonstrate knowledge of current changes in information technologies and the effect those changes have on the workplace and society. (2) 

Assessment – 8th Social Studies will assess using Current Events Research project  and rubric.

Exhibit legal and ethical behaviors when using information and technology, and discuss consequences of misuse. (2) 

Assessment – 7th and 8th will assess using checklist and signature on Student Technology/Internet Agreement

Use content-specific tools, software, and simulations (e.g., environmental probes, graphing calculators, exploratory environments, Web tools) to support learning and research. (3, 5) 

Assessment – 7th and 8th  Science/Math will assess using multimedia science project and rubric.

Apply productivity/multimedia tools and peripherals to support personal productivity, group collaboration, and learning throughout the curriculum. (3, 6) 

Assessment – 7th and 8th English will assess using multimedia cooperative group project and rubric.

Design, develop, publish, and present products (e.g., Web pages, videotapes) using technology resources that demonstrate and communicate curriculum concepts to audiences inside and outside the classroom. (4, 5, 6) 

Assessment – 7th  Computer Application will assess by designing and publishing newsletter to post as web page.

Collaborate with peers, experts, and others using telecommunications and collaborative tools to investigate curriculum-related problems, issues, and information, and to develop solutions or products for audiences inside and outside the classroom. (4, 5) 

Assessment - 7th and 8th will assess using Blog site/Podcast project and rubric.

Select and use appropriate tools and technology resources to accomplish a variety of tasks and solve problems. (5, 6) 

Assessment – 8th will assess using history or science fair project and rubric.

Demonstrate an understanding of concepts underlying hardware, software, and connectivity and of practical applications to learning and problem solving. (1, 6)

Assessment – 7th Computer Application will assess written assessment using hypothetical scenarios

Research and evaluate the accuracy, relevance, appropriateness, comprehensiveness, and bias of electronic information sources concerning real-world problems. (2, 5, 6) 

Assessment –8th  English/Social Studies will assess using multimedia presentation analyzing and comparing/contrasting various information sources and rubric.