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Elementary Computer Curriculum
The BMP Ridge Street School Computer Curriculum is designed to prepare students to use technology resources as tools for learning, to access, organize and apply information, and to integrate their skills within other areas of school and everyday life experiences.Students develop an understanding of the impact technology has upon society and demonstrate ethical behavior in the use of computer technology.
Throughout their years at BMP Ridge Street School students become more sophisticated in their use of technology tools. The skills students are learning today will prepare them for the challenges they will face in a highly technical and competitive society.
Technology, especially computer technologies, is the key to enhanced learning in all areas of education.
Kindergarten:In Kindergarten, the computer curriculum focuses on helping children become comfortable using the computer. The computer will be used to reinforce most readiness skills that are taught within the kindergarten curriculum. Various educational software program are used.
Technology Standard
NETS Performance Indicator
Social, ethical, and human issues:Demonstrate understanding and follow the Responsible Use of Technology Policy
Demonstrate ethical behavior when using technology
Work collaboratively with peers & teacher when using technology
Basic Operations and concepts:Demonstrate proper posture at the keyboard while working at the computer
Apply appropriate and safe use of computer system (computer, keyboard, mouse, monitor, printer)
Turn computer on/off
Become familiar with basic computer terms (computer, keyboard, monitor, mouse, printer)
Technology Productivity Tools:
Keyboarding ReadinessLearn letter recognition and placement on the keyboard
Identify function and use spacebar, return key and delete key
Technology Productivity Tools:
Word ProcessingUse keyboard to type first name
With assistance, type words/sentences using inventive spelling
Technology Productivity Tools:
Computer-Aided Instruction
Use digital media software that correlates with core curriculum for remediation, reinforcement, and enrichment
Technology Research:With assistance, engage in online activities that review or remediate concepts of skills already presented
First Grade:In Grade One, the computer curriculum focuses on developing fundamental computer skills. Students will begin with mouse control activties as well as developing keyboarding readiness skills by locating letters and numbers on the keyboard. Students will be introduced to Microsoft Word to practice basic word processing skills. The Internet is presented as a source of information for curriculum connection. Computer activities are coordinated with the first grade curriculum and various computer skills are learned and practiced throughout the school year.
Technology Standard
NETS Performance Indicator
Social, ethical, and human issues:Demonstrate understanding and follow the Responsible Use of Technology Policy
Demonstrate ethical behavior when using technology
Work collaboratively with peers when using technology
Basic Operations and concepts:Demonstrate proper posture at the keyboard while working at the computer
Apply appropriate and safe use of computer hardware (computer, keyboard, mouse, monitor, printer)
Turn computer on/off
Log on/off computer system using username/password
Open/quit software with assistance
Use mouse control to point and click specific areas on the screen to interact with computer
Manipulate cursor on screen using mouse control
Identify basic computer terms (computer, keyboard, monitor, mouse, printer)
Technology Productivity Tools:
Keyboarding ReadinessUse space bar correctly between words
Create Capital letters using Shift key
Learn letter recognition and placement on keyboard
Become familiar with the placement of special keys on the keyboard (Shift, Return, Arrow, Period, Delete)
Technology Productivity Tools:
Word Processing
Use word processing to key words and/or sentences using capital letters and periods
Format text using text sizes, font and color
Use inventive spelling while using word processor
Delete letter(s) or word(s) using backspace key
Use teacher created word processing files to complete skill work exercises
Second Grade:The Second Grade computer curriculum builds on the foundation of skills already laid in Kindergarten and First Grade. Second graders build their word processing skills by learning to highlight text, change font & size, utilize spell check feature of the word processor. Students increase their computer literacy through their understanding of simple computer terminology. Students begin using the Internet (Kid-friendly websites) as a source of learning. The computer will be used to reinforce second grade curriculum through various educational software, creativity programs and the Internet.Technology Standard
NETS Performance Indicator
Social, ethical, and human issues:
Demonstrate understanding and follow the Responsible Use of Technology Policy
Demonstrate ethical behavior when using technology
Work collaboratively with peers when using technology
Basic Operations and concepts:
Demonstrate proper posture at the keyboard while working at the computer
Apply appropriate and safe use of computer hardware (computer, keyboard, mouse, monitor, printer) and software
Turn computer on/off
Restart computer
Log on/off computer system using name/password
Access/quit software
Identify the physical components of a computer system (computer, keyboard, monitor, mouse, printer)
Technology Productivity Tools:
Keyboarding Readiness
Demonstrate body position for efficient keyboarding
Use right/left hands on appropriate sides of keyboard
Correctly identify letters & numbers on the keyboard
Use space bar correctly between words, after comma, question mark, and at the end of a sentence
Use special function keys correctly (Return, Shift, Caps Lock, Delete, Space bar, Tab)
Technology Productivity Tools:
Word ProcessingUse word processor for classroom assignments
Save/retrieve files created in word processor (Microsoft Word)
Format text using different fonts, styles, text sizes, and colors
Print text created in word processor
Insert graphics to illustrate text
Use electronic drawing tools to illustrate text
Type text from written or printed source (handwritten stories)
Become familiar with left, right, and center justification of text
Edit work for mistakes in writing
Third Grade:The focus on the Third Grade computer curriculum is to increase their computer literacy by presenting more advanced computer skills. Students use the computer as a word processor and use their skills in writing assignments in all subjects areas. Students will be provided with fundamental keyboarding skills using Homerow, Qwerty, and Bottom row keys with a goal of 5-10 words per minute with an accuracy of 92%. Multimedia and graphic design will be introduced and students learn how to present information using text, images, and electronic drawings. Students will develop an understanding of what the Internet is, how it can be used to share and gather vast amounts of information, and how to use it effectively and safely.Technology Standard
NETS Performance Indicator
Social, ethical, and human issues:
Demonstrate understanding and follow the Responsible Use of Technology Policy
Demonstrate ethical behavior when using technology
Basic operations and concepts:
Turn computer on/off and re-boot computer
Log on/off computer system using name /password
Access and quit software
Retrieve and save files into student folder
Identify the physical components of a computer system
Apply appropriate and safe use of computer hardware and software
Demonstrate proper posture while working on the computer
Feel confident about ability to use the computer
Technology Productivity Tools:
Use productivity tools (keyboarding, word processing, presentation programs) to promote creativity and facilitate learning throughout the curriculum.
Keyboarding
Demonstrate correct keyboarding posture
Learn the fundamentals of touch typing
Demonstrate correct finger placement for keys learned
Touch Type at 5-10 words per minute
Word Processing
Identify word processing terms
Demonstrate beginning word processing techniques:
§ Create new document, enter information, save, print
§ Format a document using different fonts, text sizes, styles, color
Locate and use word processor menu bar
Edit work (insert & delete text)
Use left, right, and center justification
Fourth Grade:In Fourth Grade, the focus of computer instruction is to refine and extend skills taught at the previous grade levels. Students work on typing using proper finger position for all letters on the keyboard while increasing speed and accuracy. They create multimedia presentations combined with text research from the Internet, graphics obtained from the Internet, graphic design, and animation. In addition to exploring Internet sites related to different areas of the curriculum, students also learn to locate and collect information online with a focus on Internet Safety.
Technology Standard
NETS Performance Indicator
Social, ethical, and human issues:
Demonstrate understanding and follow the Responsible Use of Technology Policy
Demonstrate ethical behavior when using technology
Identify computers as a tool that is useful in their daily lives
Basic operations and concepts:
Turn computer on/off and re-boot computer
Log on/off computer system using name/password
Access and quit software
Retrieve and save files into student folder
Identify the physical components of a computer system and understand Computer Terminology
Apply appropriate and safe use of computer hardware and software
Begin to identify and use keyboard shortcuts to accomplish tasks quicker
Demonstrate proper posture while working on the computer
Feel confident about ability to use the computer
Technology Productivity Tools:
Use productivity tools (keyboarding, word processing, presentation programs) to promote creativity and facilitate learning throughout the curriculum.
Keyboarding
Demonstrate correct keyboarding posture and finger placement for keys
Touch Type at 10-15 words per minute
Work on keyboarding skills in conjunction with word processing
Word Processing
Identify word processing terms
Fifth Grade:In Grade Five, students become more proficient at accessing, gathering, organizing, and presenting information by using the computer as an educational tool. They will be encouraged to present information in a variety of ways (brochures, tables, multimedia presentations, video, etc.) Fifth graders receive a review of basic Internet searching with a focus on practicing important skills using search engines, downloading text and images, and crediting online sources, and applying safe searching skills.Technology Standard
NETS Performance Indicator
Social, ethical, and human issues:
Demonstrate understanding and follow the Responsible Use of Technology Policy
Demonstrate ethical behavior when using technology
Demonstrate an awareness that a computer is a tool for accessing current information and information can be collected, organized, and presented in a variety of ways
Basic operations and concepts:
Turn computer on/off and re-boot computer
Retrieve, save, and organize files into student folder
Identify the inside operation of a computer system and describe computer terminology and function
Apply appropriate and safe use of computer hardware and software
Identify and use keyboard shortcuts to accomplish tasks quicker
Demonstrate proper posture while working on the computer
Feel confident about ability to use the computer
Technology Productivity Tools:
Use productivity tools (keyboarding, word processing, presentation programs) to promote creativity and facilitate learning throughout the curriculum.
Keyboarding
Demonstrate proper keyboarding techniques for keying all letters
Touch Type at 15-20 words per minute
Continue to work on keyboarding skills in conjunction with word processing
Word Processing
Identify word processing terms
Demonstrate intermediate/advanced word processing techniques for enhancing and formatting document:
§ Format layout style of document by changing page setup, margins, create multiple columns, and/or change line spacing of a document
§ Incorporate a table to organize information in a document
§ Incorporate a chart/graph into document
§ Create bullet and numbered lists
§ Copy text and graphics between documents and software applications
Enhance document by incorporating graphic design:
§ Import, resize, and crop images
§ Change coloring of images: watermark, black & white
§ Use picture effects
§ Use assorted drawing tools
§ Incorporate borders and shading
Use word processing for classroom assignments/projects
Multimedia
Create nonlinear multimedia presentations which includes:
§ Integrated images and text via Internet
§ Graphic design
§ Imported images and sounds
§ Recorded sounds
§ Scanned images
§ Transitions
§ Automatic timings
§ Hyperlinks
Use Multimedia for classroom assignments/projects
Google Apps
Use student account to log in and out of Google Apps
Collaborate with teachers using Google sites
Create documents using Google Docs
Introduction to Coding
Create simple programs
Use logical reasoning
Technology Research Tools:
Identify and demonstrate online safety and netiquette
Develop an awareness of the global outreach of the Internet
Conduct, analyze, evaluate, and cite information found online
Download images via Internet
Extend skills in other curriculum areas using the web to browse related subjects
Research, create, publish & present projects related to content areas