Technology Plan
Pickens Academy Technology Plan
Mission Statement
Technology at Pickens Academy plays an integral part of our curriculum. Rather than viewing technology as a separate subject, we believe it should serve as a tool designed to enrich and expand the learning capabilities of all involved. Technology must take children beyond keyboarding and word processing to a level of competency that prepares them for a lifetime use of computers. We feel computers must be utilized as a reference source and as a productivity tool. It’s our mission to see that children are given every opportunity to take advantage of our present technology, to utilize educational software across all subject matters, to develop research skills using the Internet, and to become independent users of current and future technologies.
Technology Scope and Sequence
Each grade level’s technology plan builds from the previous year. Though grade levels may share software and learning goals appear similar, the content and approach has been enhanced to challenge the advancing users.
Kindergarten-Second Grade
Basic Operations and Concepts
1.Demonstrate optimal posture and position at the computer workstation
Eyes level with text on the monitor
Shoulder down, arms relaxed
Feet and lower back supported
Fingers Curved
Wrist slightly elevated
Communicate about technology using developmentally appropriate and accurate terminology
Use developmentally appropriate and accurate computer terminology
Identify the basic parts of a computer
Use common input and output devices efficiently and effectively. input, output, and storage device to successfully operate computers
Input-mouse
Out-monitor, printer, speakers, headphones
Storage-floppy disk, CD’s, flash drive
Use appropriate keyboard techniques.
Left hand for left side keys
Right hand for right keys
Space bar, enter/return, backspace, shift, delete
Use a variety of media and technology resources for directed and independent learning activities across the curriculum.
Produce appropriate multimedia products.
Paint
Educational games
Word processor
Identify the Internet as a resource for information
Utilize information as a resource for information
Use technology resources for problem solving.
Third Grade-Fifth Grade
Basic Operations and Concepts
Demonstrate optimal posture and position at the computer workstation
Eyes level with text on the monitor
Shoulder down, arms relaxed
Feet and lower back supported
Fingers Curved
Wrist slightly elevated
Communicate about technology using developmentally appropriate and accurate terminology
Identify the basic parts of a computer
Use input, output, and storage device to successfully operate computers
Input-mouse
<!–[if !supportLists]–><!–[endif]–>Out-monitor, printer, speakers, headphones
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Storage-floppy disk, CD’s, flash drive
<!–[if !supportLists]–>5. <!–[endif]–>Use appropriate keyboard techniques
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Home row finger placement
<!–[if !supportLists]–>6. <!–[endif]–>Demonstrate correct procedures for opening, closing, and saving files using menu options and commands in grade –appropriate software.
<!–[if !supportLists]–>7. <!–[endif]–>Use a variety of media and technology resources for directed and independent learning activities across the curriculum.
<!–[if !supportLists]–>8. <!–[endif]–>Demonstrate basic operations of a word processor
<!–[if !supportLists]–><!–[endif]–>Selecting text
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Font type and size
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Alignment
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Line Spacing
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Tabs
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Spell checker
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Thesaurus
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Graphics
<!–[if !supportLists]–>9. <!–[endif]–>Produce appropriate multimedia products.
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Paint
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Educational games
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Word processor (Typing Time Software)
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Develop powerpoint presentations
<!–[if !supportLists]–>10. <!–[endif]–>Use the Internet to locate information.
<!–[if !supportLists]–>11. <!–[endif]–>Determine appropriate keywords for find information using a web search.
<!–[if !supportLists]–>12. <!–[endif]–>Relate search results to class or individual assignments.
<!–[if !supportLists]–>13. <!–[endif]–>Utilize information as a resource for information
<!–[if !supportLists]–>14. <!–[endif]–>Use technology resources for problem solving.
<!–[if !supportLists]–><!–[endif]–>Work between documents in two applications
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Learn keyboarding using “The Writer”
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Learn how to use slideshows, and movie maker
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Learn how to email
Sixth Grade-Eighth Grade
Basic Operations and Concepts
1. Demonstrate optimal posture and position at the computer workstation
<!–[if !supportLists]–>a. <!–[endif]–>Eyes level with text on the monitor
<!–[if !supportLists]–>b. <!–[endif]–>Shoulder down, arms relaxed
<!–[if !supportLists]–>c. <!–[endif]–>Feet and lower back supported
<!–[if !supportLists]–>d. <!–[endif]–>Fingers Curved
<!–[if !supportLists]–>e. <!–[endif]–>Wrist slightly elevated
<!–[if !supportLists]–>2. <!–[endif]–>Communicate about technology using developmentally appropriate and accurate terminology.
<!–[if !supportLists]–>3. <!–[endif]–>Demonstrate keyboarding proficiency in technique and posture while building speed
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Using “The Writer” system
<!–[if !supportLists]–>4. <!–[endif]–>Apply strategies for identifying and solving routine hardware and software problems that occur during everyday use.
<!–[if !supportLists]–>5. <!–[endif]–>Utilize an operating system efficiently.
<!–[if !supportLists]–>6. <!–[endif]–>Identify examples of copyright violations, computer fraud, and possible penalties.
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Unauthorized use
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Computer hacking
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Software piracy
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Virus dissemination
<!–[if !supportLists]–>7. <!–[endif]–>Cite electronic source properly.
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Using MLA or APA styles
<!–[if !supportLists]–>8. <!–[endif]–>Use a variety of media and technology resources for directed and independent learning activities across the curriculum.
<!–[if !supportLists]–>9. <!–[endif]–>Demonstrate basic operations of a word processor
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Selecting text
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Font type and size
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Alignment
<!–[if !supportLists]–><!–[endif]–>Line Spacing
<!–[endif]–>Tabs
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Spell checker
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Thesaurus
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Graphics
<!–[if !supportLists]–>10. <!–[endif]–>Produce appropriate multimedia products.
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Paint
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Educational games
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Develop power point presentations
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Develop reports, letters, brochures
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Create simple spreadsheets and databases.
<!–[if !supportLists]–>11. <!–[endif]–>Use the Internet to locate information.
<!–[if !supportLists]–>12. <!–[endif]–>Navigate effectively on the World Wide Web.
<!–[if !supportLists]–>13. <!–[endif]–>Use our Homepage to begin searcher on www
<!–[if !supportLists]–>14. <!–[endif]–>Download text and graphic files on the Internet
<!–[if !supportLists]–>15. <!–[endif]–>Import web documents and graphics into multimedia projects
<!–[if !supportLists]–>16. <!–[endif]–>Use external devices like scanners and digital cameras
<!–[if !supportLists]–>17. <!–[endif]–>Work between documents in two applications
<!–[if !supportLists]–>18. <!–[endif]–>Use Boolean operators to execute complex searches in Internet.
<!–[if !supportLists]–>19. <!–[endif]–>Determine appropriate keywords for find information using a web search.
<!–[if !supportLists]–>20. <!–[endif]–>Use external devices like scanners and digital cameras
<!–[if !supportLists]–>21. <!–[endif]–>Relate search results to class or individual assignments.
<!–[if !supportLists]–>22. <!–[endif]–>Utilize information as a resource for information
<!–[if !supportLists]–>23. <!–[endif]–>Import web documents and graphics into multimedia projects
Computer Applications
Student will:
<!–[if !supportLists]–>1. <!–[endif]–>Utilize appropriate vocabulary to communicate effectively in a technological society.
<!–[if !supportLists]–>2. <!–[endif]–>Identify and use computer hardware components and peripheral devices.
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>CPU
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Monitor
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Printer
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Digital camera
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Scanners
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Video cameras
<!–[if !supportLists]–>3. <!–[endif]–>Appraise computer hardware to determine software compatibility.
<!–[if !supportLists]–>·<!–[endif]–>RAM
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Processing speed
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Hard drive
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Video card
<!–[if !supportLists]–>4. <!–[endif]–>Utilize and operating system efficiently.
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Start up and shut down
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Menu items and commands/options
<!–[if !supportLists]–>5. <!–[endif]–>Differentiate among operating systems.
<!–[if !supportLists]–>6. <!–[endif]–>Describe uses of networked computer
<!–[if !supportLists]–><!–[endif]–>Security
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>File sharing
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Centralized database
<!–[if !supportLists]–>7. <!–[endif]–>Assess the impact of networks on society
<!–[if !supportLists]–>8. <!–[endif]–>Identify advantages of creating an organized file structure
<!–[if !supportLists]–>9. <!–[endif]–>Arrange organized file structure,
<!–[if !supportLists]–>10. <!–[endif]–>Modify file structure.
<!–[if !supportLists]–>11. <!–[endif]–>Identify various storage and backup options.
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Floppy disks,
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>CD-RW
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>DVD
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Flash drive
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Network folders
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Folders
<!–[if !supportLists]–>12. <!–[endif]–>Apply strategies for identifying and solving routine hardware and software problems that occur on everyday use.
<!–[if !supportLists]–>13. <!–[endif]–>Interpret copyright laws and policies.
<!–[if !supportLists]–>14. <!–[endif]–>Identify unethical behaviors regarding the use of technology.
<!–[if !supportLists]–>15. <!–[endif]–>Explain consequences of the misuse of technology.
<!–[if !supportLists]–>16. <!–[endif]–>Evaluate the accuracy, appropriateness, and bias of electronic information.
<!–[if !supportLists]–>17. <!–[endif]–>Cite electronic sources properly.
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>MLA or APA style manuals
<!–[if !supportLists]–>18. <!–[endif]–>Recognize practices that are not in keeping with netiquette.
<!–[if !supportLists]–>19. <!–[endif]–>Explain uses and advantages of word processing
<!–[if !supportLists]–>20. <!–[endif]–>Apply appropriate techniques for producing word processing documents.
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Creating and opening documents
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Using save and save as
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Using print options(page set, print preview)
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Formatting text, paragraphs, and pages
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Cutting coping, pasting, and deleting test
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Using find and replace features
<!–[if !supportLists]–>21. <!–[endif]–>Explain uses and advantages of spreadsheets/
<!–[if !supportLists]–>22. <!–[endif]–>Apply appropriate techniques for producing spreadsheets
<!–[if !supportLists]–>23. <!–[endif]–>Explain used and advantages of databases.
<!–[if !supportLists]–>24. <!–[endif]–>Apply appropriate techniques for producing databases.
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Naming fields
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Entering data
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Editing data
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Sorting data
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Filtering data
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Querying data
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Merging data
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Creating and printing reports
<!–[if !supportLists]–>25. <!–[endif]–>Apply appropriate techniques for producing multimedia products
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Brochures
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Newspapers
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Slide presentations
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Web pages
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Digital or video presentations
<!–[if !supportLists]–>26. <!–[endif]–>Explain uses and advantages of telecommunications
<!–[if !supportLists]–>27. <!–[endif]–>Explain ways technology is used for transfer of information
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>E-mail
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Video conferencing
Podcasting
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Internet
<!–[if !supportLists]–>28. <!–[endif]–>Demonstrate proficiency in presenting digital information.
<!–[if !supportLists]–>29. <!–[endif]–>Use appropriate on-line resources for research.
<!–[if !supportLists]–>30. <!–[endif]–>Apply appropriate techniques for information retrieval.
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Boolean operators
<!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>Key words
31. Utilize technology for solving and making data-driven decisions.
INTERNET USE POLICY
Student usage of the Internet at Pickens Academy is a privilege, not a right. School policy states that the Internet must be used to RESEARCH PURPOSES ONLY. Because of the nature of the technology, it is impossible to ensure that a student conducting research will not be able to gain access to unsuitable material through misuse of the Internet. Misuse of equipment to access prohibited or inappropriate Internet sites is a violation of this agreement as well as school policy. Any violation will result in denial or cancellation of access privileges, and are subject to disciplinary action in accordance with the Student Handbook and other applicable policies and regulations. Internet users are also subject to any civil penalties or criminal sanctions that may arise from unlawful use of the Internet at Pickens Academy.
RESPONIBIIBLIES OF TECHNOLOGY COORDINATOR
- Teach each K-6 class once a week
- Provide computer support for each teachers
- Teach in-service classes for teachers
- Teach all 9th grade students required Computer Literary course
- Teach an Advanced Computer Elective Class
- Prepare students to compete in the annual AISA Technology Fair
- Maintain the Pickens Academy Computer Network
- Trouble shoot and repair computer problems
- Be the Web Master for the Pickens Academy Web Page
- Maintain and manage the Pickens Academy E-mail system
EVALUATION OF IMPLEMENTATION
The success of implementation will be assessed upon the completion of all long-range objectives.
