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Technology - 5th

District Course #502

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

Unit 1 Basic Operations and Concepts Ongoing
Unit 2 Social, Ethical and Human Issues Ongoing
Unit 3 Technology Productivity Tools Ongoing
Unit 4 Technology Communication Tools Ongoing
Unit 5 Technology Research Tools Ongoing
Unit 6 Technology Problem-Solving and Decision-Making Tools Ongoing

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Assessment Correlation acronyms key

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.:

Unit 1

Basic Operations and Concepts

Ongoing

Instructional Objective

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

Standard Reference
1

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Create, locate, manage, delete, files and folders.

 

TMA

02

Use find command to locate files and folders.

 

03

Multitask by opening and using two programs at once.

 

Instructional Objective

502.02 Students are proficient in the use of technology.

Standard Reference
1

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Use technology as part of a presentation.

507.48, 508.64

TMA

02

Use technology to create reports and documents.

507.29, 513.26

03

Use technology to collect data and research information.

507.12, 513.29

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Unit 2

Social, Ethical and Human Issues

Ongoing

Instructional Objective

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

Standard Reference
2

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Demonstrate appropriate behavior when using computers.

 

TO

02

Respect the privacy of others work.

 

03

Understand copyright laws.

 

Instructional Objective

502.04 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 to complete a technology presentation for the class.

507.60, 513.50, 508.64

TMA

02

Collaborate with a community member on a presentation for the class on how technology is used in the work place.

513.51, 513.52

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Unit 3

Technology Productivity Tools

Ongoing

Instructional Objective

502.05 Students use technology tools to enhance leaning, increase productivity, and promote creativity.

Standard Reference
3

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Keyboarding: touch-typing 26-35 wpm.

 

TMA

02

Use paint or draw program to produce a chart or graphic.

513.21, 508.19, 508.64

Instructional Objective

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

Standard Reference
3

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Word processing:
Change text layout – margins, tabs, and columns.
Cut, copy and paste text and pictures.
Insert bullets and numbering.
Use spell check.
Create and format tables.

507.41, 513.48

TMA

02

Graphics and Multimedia
Create a linear presentation.
Import audio and graphics clips.
Move and delete slides.
Use transitions and timing.
Create animations.

507.48, 507.60

03

Spreadsheet:
Create a spreadsheet.
Produce graphs and charts.

508.15, 508.69, 508.14, 508.67

04

Database:
Use a database to solve problems.
Create a database.
Create a form.
Create and modify a report.

513.01

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Unit 4

Technology Communication Tools

Ongoing

Instructional Objective

502.07 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

Demonstrate appropriate behavior for Internet and e-mail use.

 

TO

02

Send, receive, and reply to e-mail.

 

03

Work with a student from another class or school to choose a topic and create a one-page report to be presented in both classrooms.

513.45

TMA

Instructional Objective

502.08 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

Use the Internet tool bar to navigate.

   

02

Perform a Boolean Search to gather information.

513.41

TMA

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Unit 5

Technology Research Tools

Ongoing

Instructional Objective

502.09 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

Gather information using a variety of technological sources (CD-ROM and Internet).

507.12, 507.30, 507.61

TMA

Instructional Objective

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

Standard Reference
5

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Students use information gathered to create a presentation.

507.29, 513.36

TMA

02

Students develop, present, and defend a position statement

507.51

Instructional Objective

502.11 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

Evaluate acquired information for validity and usefulness.

507.25, 507.59, 508.68

TMA

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Unit 6

Technology Problem-Solving and Decision-Making Tools

Ongoing

Instructional Objective

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

Standard Reference
6

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

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

507.57, 507.55, 513.55, 508.10

TMA

Instructional Objective

502.13 Students employ technology in the development of strategies from solving problems in the real world.

Standard Reference
6

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

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

508.14, 507.43, 508.13, 508.63

TMA

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