Technology Curriculum
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Student Technology Curriculum: Kindergarten Summary

DESCRIPTION OF SECTIONS

• Technology Literacy - General Concepts
  Be able to define and briefly describe the ethical uses of technology and its effects on society
• Technology Literacy - Terminology and Function
  Be able to define and briefly describe function(s) of listed terms
• Technology Literacy - Computer Usage
  Be able to complete listed usage tasks
• Technology Literacy - Software Usage
  Be able to complete basic tasks listed of various applications
• Technology-Assisted Instruction
  Be able to use appropriate resources to enhance learning

Note: The section and line numbers on this page refer to the Master Document.

LEVEL: INTRODUCE

Technology Literacy - General Concepts

2. Describe advantages and disadvantages of the use of technology
a. Identify the capabilities and limitations of current emerging technologies
b. Assess the potential of technology to address personal, lifelong learning, and workplace needs
c. Analyze advantages and disadvantages of widespread use and reliance of technology in the workplace and in society as a whole

Technology Literacy - Terminology and Function

1. Hardware
a. Workstation components: hard drive; floppy drive and disk; CD-ROM drive and disk; printer; CPU; mouse; keyboard
b. Speakers/microphone
c. Digital camera

Technology Literacy - Computer Usage

2. Proper keyboarding
a. Use correct posture
b. Use wrist position
c. Type with two hands
d. Locate numbers and letters on the keyboard
e. Locate and use the Enter, Esc, and arrow keys

3. Care of equipment

4. Care of diskettes and CD-ROMs

7. Using Windows
a. Navigate within the Windows environment (e.g. click, drag, minimize, and maximize windows)
b. Open and close applications

8. Using a network
a. Logging on and off a network

Technology Literacy - Software Usage

1. Word Processor - Ultimate Writing and Creativity Center
a. Enter data
b. Navigate within document

Technology-Assisted Instruction

1. Reinforce and expand knowledge and skills through the appropriate use of electronic tutorials, simulations, etc.

2. Use appropriate multimedia resources to support learning

3. Use technology resources for problem solving, communication, and illustration of thoughts, ideas, and stories