Grades K-2

Standard Course of Study

K-12 Computer/Technology Skills

GRADE LEVEL: KINDERGARTEN

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STRANDS: SI = Societal Issues; KU/WP/DTP = Keyboard Utilization/Word Processing/Desk Top Publishing; DB = Database; SS = Spreadsheet; T = Telecommunications; M/P = Multimedia/Presentation

COMPETENCY GOAL 1

The learner will understand important issues of a technology-based society and will exhibit ethical behavior in the use of computer and other technologies.

1.1 Identify the computer as a machine that helps people work and play. (SI)

1.2 Identify the physical components of a computer system. (SI)

1.3 Demonstrate respect for the work of others. (SI)

1.4 Demonstrate correct care and use of computers. (SI)

1.5 Identify word processing software as a tool for writing. (KU/WP/DTP)

COMPETENCY GOAL 2

The learner will demonstrate knowledge and skills in the use of computer and other technologies.

2.1 Locate and use letters, numbers, and special keys on a keyboard. (KU/WP/DTP)

2.2 Place the cursor at a specified location. (KU/WP/DTP)

2.3 Identify items by different attributes using manipulatives and/or software. (SS)

2.4 Recognize the characteristics of multimedia. (M/P)

COMPETENCY GOAL 3

The learner will use a variety of technologies to access, analyze, interpret, synthesize, apply, and communicate information.

3.1 Group items by different attributes using manipulatives and/or software. (SS)

3.2 Arrange a picture story in sequential/linear order. (M/P)

Grade Level Focus Areas

  • Parts of the computer and how to operate
  • Keyboard familiarity
  • Grouping and sequencing
  • Respect for the work of others

GRADE LEVEL: 1

STRANDS: SI = Societal Issues; KU/WP/DTP = Keyboard Utilization/Word Processing/Desk Top Publishing; DB = Database; SS = Spreadsheet; T = Telecommunications; M/P = Multimedia/Presentation

COMPETENCY GOAL 1

The learner will understand important issues of a technology-based society and will exhibit ethical behavior in the use of computer and other technologies.

1.1 Identify uses of technology at home and at school. (SI)

1.2 Discuss ownership of computer-created work. (SI)

1.3 Identify physical components of a computer system. (SI)

1.4 Identify the Internet as a source of information. (T)

COMPETENCY GOAL 2

The learner will demonstrate knowledge and skills in the use of computer and other technologies.

2.1 Identify and discuss fundamental computer terms. (SI)

2.2 Locate and use letters, numbers, and special keys on a keyboard. (KU/WP/DTP)

2.3 Identify basic word processing terms. (KU/WP/DTP)

2.4 Key words and/or sentences using word processing. (KU/WP/DTP)

2.5 Participate in the creation of a class multimedia sequential/linear story. (M/P)

COMPETENCY GOAL 3

The learner will use a variety of technologies to access, analyze, interpret, synthesize, apply, and communicate information.

3.1 Group items by different attributes using manipulatives and/or software. (SS)

3.2 Gather, organize, and display data. (SS)

Grade Level Focus Areas

  • Using technology at home and school
  • Gathering, organizing, and displaying data
  • Using word processing
  • Exploring multimedia

GRADE LEVEL: 2

STRANDS: SI = Societal Issues; KU/WP/DTP = Keyboard Utilization/Word Processing/Desk Top Publishing; DB = Database; SS = Spreadsheet; T = Telecommunications; M/P = Multimedia/Presentation

COMPETENCY GOAL 1

The learner will understand important issues of a technology-based society and will exhibit ethical behavior in the use of computer and other technologies.

1.1 Identify uses of technology in the community. (SI)

1.2 Recognize an individual’s rights of ownership to computer-generated work. (SI)

1.3 Identify how electronic databases are used in the school, neighborhood, and community. (DB)

1.4 Identify print and electronic databases as ways to collect, organize, and display data. (DB)

1.5 Identify how telecommunications has changed the ways people work and play. (T)

COMPETENCY GOAL 2

The learner will demonstrate knowledge and skills in the use of computer and other technologies.

2.1 Identify essential computer terms. (SI)

2.2 Identify the function of physical components of a computer system. (SI)

2.3 Demonstrate correct finger placement for home row keys. (KU/WP/DTP)

2.4 Use word processing to enter, save, print, and retrieve text. (KU/WP/DTP)

2.5 Use electronic databases to locate information. (DB)

2.6 Use a graphing program to enter data and graph the results. (SS)

2.7 Identify and use electronic drawing tools to combine graphics and text. (M/P)

2.8 Participate in the planning and creation of a class multimedia story which includes student narration. (M/P)

COMPETENCY GOAL 3

The learner will use a variety of technologies to access, analyze, interpret, synthesize, apply, and communicate information.

3.1 Collect, sort, and organize information to display as a graph or chart. (SS)

3.2 Interpret data on charts/graphs and make predictions. (SS)

Grade Level Focus Areas

  • Using technology in the community
  • Using electronic database to locate information
  • Building word processing skills
  • Collecting, sorting, and displaying data
  • Exploring multimedia (graphics, sound, text)
  • Using drawing tools

K-12 Computer/Technology Skills Standard Course of Study was approved by the North Carolina State Board of Education May, 1998. Send comments and suggestions for implementing this curriculum to: Martha Campbell, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction mcampbel@dpi.state.nc.us