Technology - Third Grade

Course Description

Information in our world is increasing at an astonishing rate. Technological discoveries and their subsequent applications have major influences on our lives. As a community of learners in an ever-changing society, it is essential to become proficient in locating, accessing, and organizing information.

In the school setting, students and teachers utilize technology as a tool to support the curriculum and individual learning needs. Students will learn to use technology skills for study, work, and community participation in an ethical manner. Students will be challenged to realize the impact of information resources on the world around them.

K-6 Technology Scope & Sequence

Technology Terms List

Copyright Resources

Course Scope

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A note about resource references: This Technology curriculum is aligned with other curricula at grade level. (For example, 113.37 references Social Studies course #113, instructional objective #37.) The following links will take you to the referenced subjects for this grade level.:

• Health - 305
• Language Arts - 307
• Math - 308
• Science - 312
• Social Studies - 313

Unit 1

Basic Operations and Concepts

Ongoing

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

Standard Reference
1

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Use correct posture at the computer.

TO

02

Identify and use the parts of a computer.

03

Use the mouse to click, double-click, and drag.

04

Recognize icons and their functions.

302.02 Students are proficient in the use of technology.

Standard Reference
1

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Open, close, and restore windows.

TO

02

Use the scroll bar.

03

Open and quit a software program.

04

Open and close a file.

05

Use pull-down menus and commands.

06

Use online help.

07

Print a document using pull-down menus.

08

Use "Save As" appropriately.

09

Use keyboard shortcuts.

10

Access and save to a network folder or floppy disk.

11

Multitask by opening and using two programs at once.

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Unit 2

Social, Ethical and Human Issues

Ongoing

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

Standard Reference
2

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Respect the privacy of other students' work.

305.01

TO

302.04 Students practice responsible use of technology systems, information, and software

Standard Reference
2

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Understand and respect copyright laws.

http://www.copyright.gov/laws/

TO

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

Standard Reference
2

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Collaborate with other classmates as a team member.

305.02

TO

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Unit 3

Technology Productivity Tools

Ongoing

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

Standard Reference
3

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Keyboarding
Demonstrate proper hand, finger, & body position
Use correct finger reaches from home row to top/bottom row keys
Perform touch typing, 15-19 WPM.

Type to Learn, Mavis Beacon, AlphaSmart

TO, TMA

02

Word Processing
Move and place cursor
Change font, size, style, and color of text
Center text.
Set page orientation (portrait and landscape) Select, insert, and delete text; introduce delete key
Cut, Copy, and Paste text.
Insert clip art.
Use spell checker.

307.35

03

Graphics and Multimedia
Name and use paint and draw tools
Add a picture.
Cut, copy, and paste pictures
Resize pictures.
Create linear presentation.
Add and edit text.
Use templates, wizards, and backgrounds.
Move and delete slides.

312.04

04

Spreadsheet
Navigate in a spreadsheet.
Identify cells, columns, and rows.
Use a spreadsheet to solve problems.
Create a spreadsheet by adding and editing data.
Produce graphs and charts.
Use the sum command.

313.07

05

Database
Navigate in a database.
Use a database to solve problems.
Insert, modify, and delete a field.
Add and edit data.
Insert, modify, and delete a record.
Sort data.

312.08

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

Standard Reference
3

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Identify intended use of word processing, graphics, multimedia, spreadsheet, and database software.

TO, TMA

02

Develop a multimedia presentation.

313.05 - 313.11

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Unit 4

Technology Communication Tools

Ongoing

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

Standard Reference
4

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Internet
Navigate teacher chosen Web sites.
Access Internet sites by using pre-set Internet bookmarks
Add an Internet bookmark
Use an Internet toolbar to navigate.
Use hyperlinks to navigate.
Enter a URL.
Acquire information such as text, audio, video, graphics, and online help using online databases
Perform simple searches to acquire information such as text, audio, video, graphics, and online help using online databases.

312.xx, 313.xx

TO, TMA

02

Email
Identify the parts of an e-mail message.
Send and receive e-mail.
Reply to an e-mail message.

307.32

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

Standard Reference
4

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Develop a multimedia presentation.

313.05 - 313.11

TO, TMA

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Unit 5

Technology Research Tools

Ongoing

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

Standard Reference
5

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Use electronic reference tools such as CD-ROMs and Internet to gather information.

312.xx, 313.xx

TO, TMA

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

Standard Reference
5

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Create a screen to communicate information.

313.49

TO, TMA

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

Standard Reference
5

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Perform simple searches.

312.xx, 313.xx

TO, TMA

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Unit 6

Technology Problem-Solving and Decision-Making Tools

Ongoing

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

Standard Reference
6

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Collaborate in solving problems.

308.01

TO, TMA

02

Collaborate in making informed decisions.

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

Standard Reference
6

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Use real world situations as models for problem solving.

308.01

TO, TMA