Technology+Literacy

One of the greatest challenges is defining the "new literacies" since they involve changing technology. The following definition comes from  __Toward a Theory of New Literacies Emerging From the Internet and Other Information and Communication Technologies__ **Donald J. Leu, Jr., Charles K. Kinzer, Julie L. Coiro, Dana W. Cammack** http://www.readingonline.org/newliteracies/leu/

"The new literacies of the Internet and other ICTs include the skills, strategies, and dispositions necessary to successfully use and adapt to the rapidly changing information and communication technologies and contexts that continuously emerge in our world and influence all areas of our personal and professional lives. These new literacies allow us to u se the Internet and other ICTs to: > > > >
 * 1) identify important questions,
 * 1) locate information,
 * 1) critically evaluate the usefulness of that information,
 * 1) synthesize information to answer those questions, and then
 * 1) communicate the answers to others. "

=Jay //essential learning// draft, 2008:= _

Technology Foundation Standards for Students

Basic operations and concepts


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


 * Students are proficient in the use of technology.

Social, ethical, and human issues


 * Students understand the ethical, cultural, and societal issues related to technology. **[Which ones? Enduring understanding?JM] **
 * Students practice responsible use of technology systems, information, and software. (To pass this, there could be a tie in to AUP)
 * Students develop positive attitudes toward technology uses that support lifelong learning, collaboration, personal pursuits, and productivity.

Technology productivity tools


 * Students use technology tools to enhance learning, increase productivity, and promote creativity.
 * Students use productivity tools to collaborate in constructing technology-enhanced models, prepare publications, and produce other creative works.

Technology communications tools


 * Students use telecommunications to collaborate, publish, and interact with peers, experts, and other audiences.
 * Students use a variety of media and formats to communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences.

Technology research tools


 * Students use technology to locate, evaluate, and collect information from a variety of sources.
 * Students use technology tools to process data and report results.
 * Students evaluate* and select new information resources and technological innovations based on the appropriateness for specific tasks.
 * ***Using only a list of search engine results, (URL, notes, prefixes, etc.) students form inferences about a Web site's topic, purpose, creator, and audience. **


 * Technology problem-solving and decision-making tools**


 * Students use technology resources for solving problems and making informed decisions.
 * Students employ technology in the development of strategies for solving problems in the real world.

1? http://cnets.iste.org/currstands/cstands-netss.html


 * Kindergarten Technology Standards and Benchmarks**

Students will demonstrate the ability to turn on and shut down the computer correctly. Students will:


 * Use the correct procedure to turn the computer on and off.

Students will find specific letters on the keyboard. Students will:


 * Recognize the letters on the keyboard (A-Z)
 * Recognize the Upper and Lowercases of letters and be able to use the shift key to create these letters on the computer.
 * Learn how to create certain punctuation marks on the keyboard (i.e., the exclamation point, period, and question mark).

Students will use the mouse independently to operate software. Students will:

· Demonstrate proper hand position on the mouse.

· Demonstrate the ability to: single click; double click/point; click and drag.

· Lift and reposition the mouse when necessary.

· Use the mouse independently to operate software.

Students will practice appropriate care and behaviors when operating the software. Students will:


 * Verbalize proper use behaviors (i.e., clean hands only, no food or drink; no magnets; gentle touch on keyboards).
 * Demonstrate proper use behaviors (i.e., clean hands only, no food or drink; no magnets; gentle touch on keyboards).
 * Observe rules of the AUP while accessing and using technology.

Students will identify basic hardware and input devices. Students will:


 * Identify the following components of the computer (i.e., computer. screen, mouse, keyboard)

Students will create color graphics in a drawing program. Students will:


 * Draw lines and shapes using tools in the drawing toolbar.
 * Use the tools to change colors or fill colors on the drawing they have created.


 * Grade 1 Technology Standards and Benchmarks**

Students will practice word-processing skills by typing, editing, and printing a document. Students will:


 * Create a new document and enter text.
 * Edit document for capitals, spaces and end punctuation as needed.
 * Use either the File menu to print or the key combinations command  and P to print the document.

Students will demonstrate basic computer operations. Students will:


 * Close open windows by clicking on the red X.
 * Quit/Close and open applications

Students will practice beginning keyboarding skills. Students will:


 * While sitting properly, use the left and right hands to strike keys on the corresponding sides of the keyboard.

Students will show the correct use of Compact Disks, CD-ROM drives and proper use of the computer. Students will:


 * Handle CDs with proper care.
 * Demonstrate independent use of a CD based application.
 * Observe rules of the AUP while accessing and using technology.

Students will create color graphics in a drawing program. Students will:


 * Draw original pictures using tools in the drawing toolbar.
 * Use the tools to change colors or fill colors on the pictures they have created.


 * Grade 2 Technology Standards and Benchmarks**

Students will research specific topics and create presentations using computer skills. Students will:


 * Gather specific information about a particular topic using a variety of technological medias (i.e., On-line resources, CD-ROM, Networked software).
 * Create an original presentation using their computer skills.

Students will demonstrate proper placement of fingers on the home row keys. Students will:


 * While sitting properly, place hands on the computer keyboard with the fingers in the position of the “home row keys”.
 * Learn the letters, punctuation keys and number keys of the keyboard while using an orange cover to cover the keys while they are keyboarding.

Students will create color graphics in a drawing program. Students will:


 * Draw original pictures using tools in the drawing toolbar.
 * Use the tools to change colors or fill colors on the pictures they have created.
 * Add text to the drawing.
 * Put drawings into an original slideshow presentation to present to the class.

Students will practice appropriate care and behaviors when operating the software. Students will:


 * Verbalize proper use behaviors (i.e., clean hands only, no food or drink; no magnets; gentle touch on keyboards).
 * Demonstrate proper use behaviors (i.e., clean hands only, no food or drink; no magnets; gentle touch on keyboards).
 * Observe rules of the AUP while accessing and using technology.

Students will complete a class research assignment using a web browser to: navigate links and use back and forward arrows. Students will:


 * Launch a web browser and access a teacher given site.
 * Navigate links in a web browser.
 * Use back and forward arrows on the tool bar.

Students will use various research technologies independently. Students will:


 * Demonstrate library research skills independently by using the library’s Destiny server to retrieve books, periodicals, reference books or magazines.
 * Demonstrate on-line research skills by using web search engines, on-line encyclopedias and CD-ROM software.
 * Select and print only necessary information.


 * Grade 3 Technology Standards and Benchmarks**

Students will use various research technologies independently. Students will:


 * Demonstrate library research skills independently by using the library’s Destiny server to retrieve books, periodicals, reference books or magazines.
 * Demonstrate on-line research skills by using web search engines, on-line encyclopedias and CD-ROM software.
 * Select and print only necessary information.

Students will apply new word-processing skills in assignments. Students will:


 * Edit text by: highlighting and deleting; highlighting and typing over
 * Use one space between words and sentences in text.
 * Use bold and underline in text.
 * Adjust line space with the line spacing tool in the text.
 * Use spell-check to check and correct the spelling of the text.
 * Learn about justification keys (left, right, center and full) and how to use them within their typed documents.

Students will manipulate graphics and text in a single document. Students will:


 * Search and choose a graphic from the graphic library (or other graphics file) and insert it into the text document.
 * Move the graphic and wrap text around it.

Students will demonstrate saving and accessing files. Students will:


 * Name and save a new document to a specified location (i.e., the student’s server, document folder, public server).
 * Access documents from a specified location.
 * Regularly save work while the document is being created and before printing.

Students will complete a class research assignment using a web browser to: navigate links and use back and forward arrows; create and use bookmarks. Students will:


 * Launch a web browser and access a teacher given site.
 * Navigate links in a web browser.
 * Use back and forward arrows on the tool bar.
 * Create and use bookmarks using the bookmark menu.

Students will use the appropriate ethics when accessing and gathering information from a teacher selected website. Students will:


 * Access teacher selected website.
 * Abide by copyright laws when using or printing.
 * Observe rules of the AUP while accessing and using technology

Students will demonstrate formal keyboarding technique: Students will:


 * Automatically place fingers on home row keys.
 * From home row keys, students will locate all letters, numbers and punctuation marks without looking at the keys (orange keyboarding skins will be required during keyboarding classes).
 * Demonstrate proper sitting techniques during keyboarding classes.


 * Grade 4 Technology Standards and Benchmarks**

Students will use a spreadsheet program to create a graph/chart. Students will:

· Enter data and labels into cells.

· Create, read and interpret graphs

Students will demonstrate these basic computer operation skills: Save As and Find File. Students will:

· Use Save As from the file menu to save a new file, or to create a duplicate file and change the name.

· Find specified file on the computer or server using the computer’s Find command.

Students will demonstrate appropriate ethics while using technology for independent research and communications. Students will:


 * Cite information gathered through technology appropriately.
 * Observe the rules of the AUP while accessing and using technology for research.

Students will improve formal keyboarding techniques. Students will:


 * Keyboard at least 10 WPM with at least 80% accuracy.
 * Improve on the speed and accuracy from the previous year.
 * Use proper finger techniques for the following keys: “ ‘ : ! ? - _ / = + and numerals 0-9
 * Use the cover on the keyboard the entire time they are keyboarding.

Students will create an original presentation using a digital camcorder. Students will:

· Use videotaped clips of themselves to create a presentation for their classroom teacher on various curriculum topics.

· Edit video clips.

· Add transitions, titles and sounds to enhance their productions.

Students will complete a class research assignment using a web browser to: navigate links and use back and forward arrows; create and use bookmarks. Students will:


 * Launch a web browser and access a teacher given site.
 * Navigate links in a web browser.
 * Use back and forward arrows on the tool bar.
 * Create and use bookmarks using the bookmark menu.
 * Learn about web addresses and what each part of the web address means.

Students will gather information using e-mail to complete an assignment. Students will:


 * Compose and send a request for information with a cc for the teacher.
 * Ask for needed information in an appropriate manner
 * Retrieve response and e-mail thanks
 * Use information to complete their assignment.

Students will use the appropriate ethics when accessing and gathering information from a teacher selected website. Students will:


 * Access teacher selected website.
 * Abide by copyright laws when using or printing.
 * Observe rules of the AUP while accessing and using technology
 * Learn about web safety and the dangers of on-line.
 * Notify the teacher immediately upon access to any inappropriate behavior on e-mail or chats.
 * Use e-mail in an appropriate manner

Students will apply new word-processing skills in assignments. Students will:


 * Edit text by: highlighting and deleting; highlighting and typing over
 * Use one space between words and sentences in text.
 * Use bold and underline in text.
 * Adjust line space with the line spacing tool in the text.
 * Use spell-check to check and correct the spelling of the text.
 * Learn about justification keys (left, right, center and full) and how to use them within their typed documents.


 * Grade 5 Technology Standards and Benchmarks**

Students will use the appropriate ethics when accessing and gathering information from a teacher selected website. Students will:

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 * Access teacher selected website.
 * Abide by copyright laws when using or printing.
 * Observe rules of the AUP while accessing and using technology
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 * **__<span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0)">Learn about chat rooms, podcasting and blogging and proper use/misuse of these websites. <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0)"><span style="color: rgb(250, 10, 10)"><span style="color: rgb(252, 51, 44)"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0)">[This and the one above it need to be much more specific. See the following editorial in the [|Lewiston Sun] JM]   __**
 * Notify the teacher immediately upon access to any inappropriate behavior on e-mail or chats.
 * Use e-mail in an appropriate manner

Students will complete a class research assignment using a web browser to: navigate links and use back and forward arrows; create and use bookmarks. Students will:


 * Launch a web browser and access a teacher given site.
 * Navigate links in a web browser.
 * Use back and forward arrows on the tool bar.
 * Create and use bookmarks using the bookmark menu.
 * Learn about web addresses and what each part of the web address means.

Students will gather information using e-mail to complete an assignment. Students will:


 * Compose and send a request for information with a cc for the teacher.
 * Ask for needed information in an appropriate manner
 * Retrieve response and e-mail thanks
 * Use information to complete their assignment.

Students will create a document incorporating an original digital image. Students will:


 * Take a picture using a digital camera
 * Download the picture to the computer
 * Add the digital image to the existing document.

Students will use a spreadsheet program to create and compare at least two types of graphs of the same data. Students will:


 * Enter data and labels into cells.
 * Create more than one type of graph of this data using the spreadsheet graph function.
 * Compare and contrast graph types: which graph best displays the data and why?

Students will continue to learn to word-process properly. Students will:


 * Edit text by: highlighting and deleting; highlighting and typing over
 * Use one space between words and sentences in text.
 * Use bold and underline in text.
 * Adjust line space with the line spacing tool in the text.
 * Use spell-check to check and correct the spelling of the text.
 * Learn about justification keys (left, right, center and full) and how to use them within their typed documents.

Students will continue to improve formal keyboarding techniques. Students will:


 * Keyboard at least 10 WPM with at least 80% accuracy.
 * Improve on the speed and accuracy from the previous year.
 * Use proper finger techniques for the following keys: “ ‘ : ! ? - _ / = + and numerals 0-9
 * Use the cover on the keyboard the entire time they are keyboarding.


 * Grade 6 Technology Standards and Benchmarks**

Students will modify indents and page setup (orientation) of a word-processed document. Students will:


 * Change the indents of a word-processed document.
 * Change page setup (orientation) of a word-processed document.

Students will demonstrate improvement in keyboarding skills. Students will:


 * Increase speed and accuracy of keyboarding skills.

Students will create a database to: find data; find subsets of the entire database; sort data; enter data. Students will:


 * Use existing database to find data.
 * Create database to sort data.
 * Create database to enter data.


 * Grade 7 Technology Standards and Benchmarks**

Student will use a state issued MLTI iBook to demonstrate specific word processing skill and create special symbols. Students will:


 * Demonstrate the use of an MLTI iBook.
 * Demonstrate word-processing specific skills.
 * Demonstrate use of special characters on an iBook.

Student will model proper etiquette and ethical behavior when using technology. Students will:


 * Demonstrate an understanding of the AUP and copyright laws.

Student will use computer peripherals. Students will:


 * Load paper in printer.
 * Sent print command only once per document.
 * Use a scanner.
 * Use a digital camera.
 * Use a camcorder.
 * Use an iPod for educational purposes.
 * Use a MIDI to great garage band clips for use in iMovie and Podcasts.


 * Grade 8 Technology Standards and Benchmarks**

Students will create and enter formulas in a spreadsheet to add, subtract, multiply, divide, sum, average, and round numbers and analyze when to use a spreadsheet to perform these functions. Students will:


 * Create and enter formulas to operate on numbers entered in cells.
 * Make change(s) to numbers, make predictions and verify results.
 * Defend use of a spreadsheet for numerical analysis.

Student will use a word processing application to complete any class assignment. Students will:


 * Use built-in word processor functions to create margins, footers, headers, and styles.
 * Use rulers and tabs properly format an assignment.

Student will use presentation application(s) to execute any class presentation assignment. Students will:


 * Use presentation software to create and present a presentation.


 * Grades 9-12 Technology Standards and Benchmarks**

Student will demonstrate essential computer operation as required in Jay School Department. Students will:


 * Demonstrate essential computer use and mastery of K-8 curriculum outcomes.
 * Demonstrate essential computer use and mastery of saving and retrieving documents and projects on the P drive, S drive, H drive, C drive, E drive, and D drive.

Student will model ethical behavior when using technology. Students will:


 * **Follow acceptable use policy and procedures. [How do we assess this, not getting caught?]JM**
 * Correctly observe copyright rules and demonstrate understanding of plagiarism.

Student will create work for graduation portfolios by using multimedia technology to meet higher-level skills. Students will:


 * Use variety of technological media to create and save original work.
 * Use a variety of technological media to assess interests, aptitudes, skills, and values in relationship to the workplace.

Student will produce original products to meet separate course or department requirements for grades 9-12. Students will:


 * Use technology to meet course or department requirements for progress to graduation.
 * Use

Student will analyze the relationships among science, technology, society and the individual. Students will:


 * Analyze that science and technology are pursued for different purposes.
 * Analyze the ways in which social and economic forces influence the development of technologies.
 * Analyze alternatives, risks, costs and benefits that must be considered when choosing among technological solutions.
 * Analyze how technologies (current and emerging) impacts our daily lives.

Student will use technological tools to stregthen higher order thinking skill sin any subject area. Students will:


 * Use spreadsheet to predict and analyze hypotheses.
 * Use simulation software for problem solving.
 * Use graphing software to analyze and present results of scientific results of scientific experiments.
 * Use telecomputing to exchange cultural information with other parts of the world. **[Clarify: Global telecommunications?]**
 * Use data obtained from a database (research) to apply and communicate information.

Students will use and evaluate methods of communication, including video conferencing.


 * **Prepare a group or individual presentation for a video conference. [not happening now. Do we withhold diploma?]JM**
 * Participate in video conference.
 * Compare and contrast this method of communication to other methods used in class.

A special thanks to SAD#17 for the template for this document created by Randy Easter and Carol Reed March 23, 2007