Standard	Objective	Vocabulary	Example	Application	Connection Integration	Suggested Resources
M is for mouse. The mouse is an input device. TA1 Identifies basic technology tools	TA1.1 Uses appropriate and accurate terminology when communicating about basic technology components encountered in any learning environment.	CPU monitor mouse keyboard diskette disk drive CD-ROM printer headphones speakers remote control barcode reader cable electrical outlets projection device VCR digital camera scanner *other emerging technologies	Example might include identifying pictures of components.	Use a desktop publishing program to create an ABC book of computer terms.	Language Arts-sentence writing	Creative Writer 2 Kid Pix Studio Deluxe Paint Kid Works Deluxe Power Point
	TA1.2 Uses appropriate and accurate terminology when communicating about telecommunication tools encountered in any learning environment.	e-mail Internet satellite video-conferencing telephone fax(facsimile) telephone copier modem *other emerging technologies	Example might include Pointing out telecommunication tools while touring school and visiting office. Creating a bulletin board that shows telecommunication tools.	Keep a journal of telecommunication tools seen on the field trip. Make a list of teleommunican tools seen while watching a TV show and or commercials. Create a poster and identify the teleconnumication tools.	Social Studies-global interaction Language Arts- writing a report	Field trip to an office to see technologies being used.

Standard	Objective	Vocabulary	Example	Application	Connection Integration	Suggested Resources
TA2 Demonstrates understanding of basic technology and telecommunication tools.	TA2.1 Selects and uses the appropriate tool to perform a specific task encountered in any learning environment.	telecommunications	Examples might include using e-mail for communication, using a keyboard to type, using a camera to take a picture, using the printer to produce printed text, using a scanner to make a copy of a picture	Scan a picture of an animal and write sentences about it. Take a digital picture of a classmate and use the photo in a project. Send an e-mail to an author or friend	Science-animal habits Language Arts-write a poem about your self and use the picture.	Any DTP application Kid Pix Kid Works Creative Writer 2
	TA2.2 Recognizes the functions of a variety of telecommunication tools that are available in a learning environment.		Examples might include e-mail for text communication, video conferencing for voice and picture communication, telephone for voice communication, fax for text communication	Students keep a list of telecommunication tools available in the school and library.	Social Studies-our neighborhood Language Arts-keeping accurate information	Tour of school and/or visit to local library
	TA2.3 Recognizes and defines the functions of telecommunication resources as they pertain to the acquisition of information.	Internet multimedia CD television radio broadcast interactive television	Examples might include the Internet, multimedia CD, television, radio broadcast	Students use different sources to complete a storyboard on a topic.	Social Studies-current events	Visit TV or radio station and/or invite visitors to class to tell about how they acquire and use information. Multimedia Encyclopedia
	TA2.4 Uses appropriate technology and telecommunications terminology in written and oral communication.

Level II Grades 3-5 Strand: Basic Skills (TA) Technology Curriculum
Standard	Objective		Vocabulary		Example		Application		Connection Integration		Suggested Resources
TA3 Demonstrates an understanding of the uses of technology and communication tools at home and in the community.	TA3.1 Describes the uses of technology and telecommunications tools in the school, home, workplace, community, state, nation, and world.		embedded processor		Create a list of items with embedded processors e.g. remote control microwave VCR printer electronic games		Each student makes a list of technology and telecommunication tools in their home. Each student makes a list of technology and telecommunication tools seen while watching TV				Catalogs TV
	TA3.2 Describes the advantages of technology and telecommunication tools in the school, home, workplace, community, state, nation, and world.				Brainstorm a list of places where students have seen computers used in their community and in places they have visited e.g. grocery store airport hospital library		Interview several people to find out how they use technology and telecommunication tools in their work.
TA4 Follows established rules for the care and use of technology tools	TA4.1 Explains the reasons for and follows established rules for the care and use of technology tools.		acceptable use								Posters on computer care
	TA4.2 Models appropriate care and use of technology tools.
	TA4.3 Mentors appropriate care and use of technology tools.
	TA4.4 Performs basic troubleshooting.		troubleshoot
Standard		Objective	Vocabulary		Example	Application		Connection Integration
TA5 Operates basic technology tools and applications.		TA5.1 Performs basic hardware operating functions.	boot shut down click double click drag point		Examples might include turn on/off, uses mouse and keyboard, insert CD-ROMs, cassettes, and videotapes	Students have opportunity to perform operations
		TA5.2 Performs basic software functions	save file name save in save as minimize maximize restore portrait landscape		Examples might cut, copy, paste, insert, undo, printing, opening and exiting programs and files, saving files	Have students save to several drives. Teach simple rules for naming files Print a document in both portrait and landscape format
		TA5.3 Uses navigational software to access information from telecommunication devices with teacher guidance.	search engine address URL favorite search bookmark Web site		Examples might include teacher-selected Web sites on the Internet and age-appropriate search engines	Create a scavenger hunt that requires students to find answers on a specific Web site or using a children’s search engine.
		TA5.4 Demonstrates a basic understanding of standard keyboarding techniques and correct fingering techniques.	home keys shift enter control caps lock number pad arrow keys backspace delete		Teach use of basic keys and gradually begin formal keyboarding	Practice using basic keys and move into correct fingering techniques
		TA5.5 Independently uses peripheral devices	digital camera scanner printer input output projection device		Examples might include headphones, printers, digital cameras, scanner, projection devices, other emerging technologies Teacher demonstrates use of peripheral devices	Students print their own documents. Students have opportunity to take a picture with a digital camera.
		TA5.6 Connects cables to peripheral devices.	(Examples might include headphones, printers, digital cameras, scanner, projection device, other emerging technologies.)		Examples might include headphones, printers, digital cameras, scanner, projection device, other emerging technologies
Standard	Objective		Vocabulary	Example		Application			Connection	Resources
TB1 Applies word processing/desktop-publishing tools to facilitate the writing process.	TB1.1 Uses word-processing tools to create and edit documents.		Edit Copy Cut Paste Insert Delete Menu Toolbar Font Bold Buttons Scrollbar print preview save as save notepad format spell check back space highlight	Demonstrate different editing skills Brainstorm an idea for a story.		Give students a paragraph that need to be edited Write a original story based on brainstorming			Language Arts-creative writing	Apple Works MS Works Any word processing program
	TB1.2 Uses computer-drawing applications to create illustrations.		Paint Line Box Circle Import View Colors Freeform Erase Ellipse Polygon Curve Text Pixels Landscape Portrait undo	Demonstrate use of tools		Experiment with tools Freeform picture Complete a template or partial drawing				Paint Kid Pix
	TB1.3 Publishes word processing documents incorporating graphics from multiple sources.		Desktop publishing Resize Move Drag Position Word Art Textbox Find Clip art Photos Graphic	Show samples of DTP Create a Power Point presentation of steps		Write a letter to someone. Do a report that includes a graphic			Language Arts	Works Word Perfect

Standard	Objective	Vocabulary	Example	Application	Connection Integration	Suggested Resources
	TB1.4 Uses desktop publishing tools to create simple documents.	Object Border Tools Template Layout	Examples might include flyers, calendars, cards, newsletter	Create a calendar Make a card Make a poster about computer safety		Creative Writer 2 Kid Works Deluxe Any DTP program
TB2 Manages information with databases and spreadsheets.	TB2.1 Collects, organizes, and displays information in charts, graphs, lists and files.	Spreadsheet Cell Column Row Chart File List graph Predictions outcome Field Entry Record Views Formula bar Insertion point Search Sort Protection Bar graph Line Graph Donut Pie Pictograph	Demonstrates a spreadsheet	Survey of pets, etc. and create a graph	Math Social Studies Science	Works The Graph Club
	TB2.2 Predicts expected outcomes from information displayed in charts, graphs, lists, and files.		Show examples of each	What would happen if…?
	TB2.3 Examines information from charts, graphs, lists, and files.		Guided lesson to answer questions	Answer questions using charts, graphs, list, and files
	TB2.4 Draws conclusions from information displayed in charts, graphs, lists, and files.		Model drawing conclusion	Write three facts that you learned from this graph.
	TB2.5 Adds information to existing databases and spreadsheets.		Create a template database and demonstrate how to move from cell to cell, field to field Show a phone book and compare computer with book	Add data to template
	TB2.6 Searches information in database.		Perform a guided search	Search for books in the school library
	TB2.7 Creates basic spreadsheets and databases to organize and display information with teacher guidance.		Choose topic for project and enter data in the spreadsheet, highlight all data, and click the cart wizard button	Choose own data to enter on spreadsheet/database
	TB2.8 Selects most appropriate graphs to display information.		Explain type of graph to use in situations	Choose a question for a survey and create appropriate graph.

Standard	Objective	Vocabulary	Example	Application	Connection Integration	Suggested Resources
TB3 Uses multimedia tools to express ideas.	TB3.1 Recognizes the characteristics of multimedia	Multimedia Slide show Animation Video sounds transitions bullets layout view slide sorter outline background narration toolbar	Examples might include graphics, sound, and video. Show a teacher made presentation.		All Subjects	Power Point Hyperstudio Kid Pix Slide Show
	TB3.2 Identifies and selects multimedia tools appropriate to tasks		Examples might include digital cameras, scanners, video editing, audio files, microphone, headphones, speakers, and other emerging technologies Build a slide using school’s resources
	TB3.3 Analyzes the use of visual elements, sound, and words to communicate concepts in multimedia projects.		Give guidelines for effective presentations. E.G. background and color, font size, limit of information Show and compare a good slide and a bad slide.
	TB3.4 Plans and creates multimedia projects which combine visual elements, sound, and words to communicate concepts.		Create a rubric for student slide show. e.g. how many slides, what is to be included	Creates and presents slide show to class

TB4 Uses brainstorming/webbing software in planning, organizing, and prewriting.

web

Create a web during brainstorming session

Create a web on an assigned subject.

Inspiration Paint

Standard	Objective	Vocabulary	Example	Application	Connection Integration	Suggested Resources
TC1 Uses telecommunication tools and on-line resources to communicate with others, gather information, and express ideas.	TC1.1 Identifies computers and other communications media as tools for accessing information	telecomputing modem upload download bulletin board services e-mail log on log off Internet Information Highway news service	Help students create a set of interview questions. Create a set of terms and definitions that can be matched. Compare getting news from a newspaper and from an on-line news service. Compare sending messages through the US Mail and through e-mail. Compare sending a message to all classrooms by messenger and e-mail. Demonstrate use of a modem to connect to an online services. Obtain today’s weather for the local area.	Interview of parents or friends or community worker about how they use information in their work. Find a current event and compare both sources. Send a letter to the principal by US mail and another message by e-mail. Keep a 5-day log of weather by connecting to a distant computer. Have student log on/off of school network. Correspond with key pals around the world. Exchange info for a project with students in another school.	Social Studies-how does change affect peoples lives Language Arts-letter writing and interview skills Science—weather unit Many of these applications are solids homework activities	Guest speaker www.cnn.com AOL or other online service Local newspaper-hardcopy and online Online encyclopedia
	TC1.2 Identifies, collects and/or selects information and ideas
	TC1.3 Identifies computers as tools for accessing current information
	TC1.4 Identifies e-mail as a means of communication
	TC1.5 Identifies the modem a means of connecting to on-line services
	TC1.6 Connects with a distant computer to obtain information

Standard	Objective	Vocabulary	Example	Application	Connection Integration	Suggested Resources
TD1 Recognizes the appropriate use of information and information technology	TD1.1 Demonstrates an understanding of the fundamental concept of intellectual property and copyright	computer virus copyright law ethical/unethical freeware/shareware hacker intellectual property ownership piracy private data/public data computer vandalism chat room	An example might include knowing that most images are owned by someone and cannot be used or changed without permission.) Prepare a list with examples of copyright violation stories for group discussion (E.G. Sally removed a label from a diskette belonging to the school media center and replaced it with a label with her name on it.) Have students discuss and write a copyright pledge for the school.	Use a computer art program to draw a picture of an imaginary animal as an example of ownership Students and parents sign a copyright pledge	Social Studies-attributes of good citizenship in the classroom, school, community Religion-connection to 7^th Commandment Language Arts-reasons for reading, determining author’s purpose	Any computer art program Any DTP program to create posters Power Point presentations School Internet policy Internet Political posters
	TD1.2 Distinguishes between public and private information.
	TD1.3 Demonstrates an understanding of safety precautions concerning sharing personal information about themselves and others		Prepare a list with students of personal information that can be shared and not shared (E.G. name, age, address, favorite color, favorite music groups). Create a power point presentation about the Internet and personal safety to use as a basis of discussion.	Create computer-generated posters about Internet safety and copyright laws.
	TD1.4 Discusses the implications of technology in society.		An example might include how communication has changed through the use of e-mail or a cell phone.)
	TD1.5 Cites sources when using the intellectual property of others.		An example might include citing the URLs of sites that information has been acquired from.)	Students check sites for permissions and use URL when copying work for educational purposes.

Standard	Objective	Vocabulary	Example	Application	Connection Integration	Suggested Resources
	TD1.6 Recognizes the need for protection of hardware and software from vandalism and piracy	fact opinion	Give examples: illegal changing of grades; accessing someone else’s bank account; damaging keyboard, cables; changing settings or deleting files on another person’s computer. Explain the differences in freeware, shareware, uploading and downloading. Explain the effects of illegally copying and software.
	TD1.7 Understands that everything in print or on the Internet is not always fact		Explain the importance of knowing the author’s purpose.	Give examples of fact, opinions, attempts to persuade, etc.

Standard	Objective	Vocabulary	Example	Application	Connection Integration	Suggested Resources
TE1 Uses basic research techniques with teacher guidance.	TE1.1 Recognizes and uses technology and telecommunication tools to locate information.	search bookmark favorite back/forward	Find a report topic based upon grade level curriculum and create a basic storyboard for research.	Go to a teacher-directed site to find the info needed.		Online Encyclopedias Britannica Online Encarta Online Webbing Software Inspiration Student Search Engines Ask Jeeves Yahooligans Think Quest Library Kids Click Scholastic Web Guide Berit’s Best Sites AOL Netfind: For Kids One Key Did Safe Search Engine Kid Fusion MetaSearch Searchopolis Slide Presentations Power Point Kid Pix Studio Deluxe Desktop Publishing Software Microsoft Publisher Print Shop Children’s Writing and Creativity Center Kid Works Deluxe Creative Writer 2
	TE1.2 Assesses, with teacher guidance, the validity of published information at an introductory level.		An example might include information on a Web site that may be based on opinion, not fact.	Go to teacher-selected site and look for examples of opinion and fact.
	TE1.3 Uses technology to find answers to how and why questions.		An example might include student use of teacher chosen Web sites or the use of a networked encyclopedia.	Find the answers to several how and why questions.
	TE1.4 Organizes information using brainstorming/webbing software to plan research.		Brainstorm ideas—what do we know, what do we want to find out about a topic?
	TE1.5 Selects from a choice of technology and non-technology resources for a specific research task.		Media specialist shows many different sources of information.	Students complete a report using both types of research.
	TE1.6 Use search strategies and navigational skills to locate and retrieve information.		Introduce students to student search engines	Use a student search engine to find information to complete a storyboard.
	TE1.7 Communicate results in an appropriate format.		Examples might include slide show, newsletter, and flyer.

Standard	Objective	Vocabulary	Example	Application	Connection Integration	Suggested Resources
TF1 Identifies and uses technology tools to solve problems with teacher assistance.	TF1.1 Identifies and uses technology tools to find current information to solve problems.		Encountered in the implementation of the standards from the other five strands as students use technology (puzzles, logical thinking programs, writing tools, drawing tools) for problem solving, communication, and illustration of thoughts and stories.	Students begin to make correct choices in completing their projects.	All subjects
	TF1.2 Identifies and uses technology tools to communicate with peers, experts, and others in collaborative problem-solving strategies.