Computer Curriculum Grade 2 (45 minutes per week)

OBJECTIVES:

1. Student should be able to identify the key parts of the computer.
2. Student should be able to turn on and off the computer properly.
3. Student will use appropriate terminology when speaking about the computer and is able to identify numbers and letters on the keyboard.

Word processing:

• Student will be able to Open, Save and Print a document.
• Basic word processing skills- Letters, Numbers, Return Key, Space Bar,, Mouse movement, Shift Key, Back Space Key, Basic Punctuation.
• Word processing practice using AppleWorks (e.g. writing stories, poems etc.)

Typing

• Learn proper body and hand position
• Typing practice using MacMavis Typing

Graphics:

• Student will utilize graphics programs like Kid Pix, Print Shop.

Multimedia:

• Student will record sounds and integrate them into an illustrated story.

Intercurricular support

• Improve mathematical skills using Math Blaster.
• Use AppleWorks Drawing program to create geometric figures.
• Use AppleWorks Drawing program to create prehistoric animals in their habitats

ASSESSMENT:

• Students will be evaluated on their basic computer skills, using a check listed format. Class participation, effort, achievement in the projects, improvement

SOFTWARE:

The students in grade 2 will use the following software programs:

MacMavis Typing

AppleWorks (6.0)

Microsoft Word

Storybook Weaver

Kid Pix

Math Blaster

MathPack

Computer Curriculum Grade 3

OBJECTIVES:

• Student should demonstrate an understanding of the basic parts of the computer.
• Student should be able to turn on and off the computer independently.
• Student will use basic technology vocabulary when referring to computers.

Word processing:

• Student will be able to Open, Save, Delete and Print a document using Menu options and shortcut Commands.
• Student will open and save a file from and to a disk or folder
• Student will be able to: undo a mistake, copy text, start a new page, change fonts, colors and sizes, insert a frame or picture.basic word processing skills- Letters, Numbers, Return Key, Space Bar, Cursor, Mouse movement, Shift Key, Back Space Key, Basic Punctuation.
• Word processing practice using AppleWorks (e.g. writing stories, poems etc.)

Typing

• Typing practice using MacMavis Typing Program

Graphic:

• Student will utilize graphics programs like Kid Pix, Print Shop to create a poster, invitation or card.
• Create graphics using Drawing and Painting tools with AppleWorks(e.g. create a replica of an ancient temple).

Multimedia:

• Power Point presentation on a curriculum related topic
• Web pages to publish work on class web sites

Intercurricular support

• Use of Word processing skills to publish Language and Social Studies work.
• Improve mathematical skills using Math Blaster.
• Use AppleWorks to create graphs and geometric figures

ASSESSMENT:

Students will be evaluated on their basic computer skills, using a check listed format and according to class participation, effort, achievement in the projects, improvement.

SOFTWARE:

The students in grade 3 will use the following software programs:

MacMavis Typing

AppleWorks (6.0)

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Mozilla Composer/Claris Home Page

Storybook Weaver

Kid Pix

Math Blaster

MathPack

Computer Curriculum Grade 4 (one hour per week)

OBJECTIVES:

• Student should demonstrate an understanding of the basic parts of the computer.
• Student should be able to turn on and off the computer independently and be able to access a local network.
• Student will use basic technology vocabulary when referring to computers.
• Student uses the computer to problem solve.
• Student uses different software tools for different tasks.
• Student recognizes the purpose of Word processing, desktop publishing, multimedia, and spreadsheet programs.
• Student will demonstrate the proper use of keyboard and mouse.

Word processing:

• Student will be able to Open, Save, Delete and Print a document using Menu options and Command.
• Student will open and save a file from and to a disk or folder in the appropriate location.
• Student will be able to use a word processing program like AppleWorks or Microsoft Word to undo a mistake, cut, copy, paste text, start a new page, change fonts, colors and sizes, insert a frame or picture, copy text from different documents.
• Student will use a mouse to select (highlight) words and sentences.
• Student will use a word processing program to create simple projects with little assistance.
• Word processing practice using AppleWorks and Microsoft Word (e.g. writing stories, poems etc.)
  

Typing

• Typing practice using Mac Mavis Typing Program WPM (words per minutes) goal.

Graphic:

• Student will utilize graphics programs like Kid Pix to create a poster, invitation or card.
• Create graphics using Drawing and Painting tools with AppleWorks (e.g. create a replica of a medieval building).
• Student will utilize a graphic program to create enhancement for reports and presentations.
• Student will be able to add a border, change layout, add Clip Art images to a document.
  

Multimedia:

• Student will learn and use terminology pertaining to multimedia.
• Student will create a slide show using Microsoft Power Point
• Use the Scanner to reproduce images or pictures to transfer to multimedia presentations
• Student will learn how to download images from internet to transfer to multimedia presentations
• Student will learn to create links.

Intercurricular support

• Use of Word processing skills to publish Language and Social Studies work.
• Improve mathematical skills using Math Blaster, Math Pack and Math web sites

   

ASSESSMENT:

Students will be evaluated on their basic computer skills, using a check listed format and according to class participation, effort, achievement in the projects, improvement.

 

SOFTWARE:

The students in grade 4 will use the following software programs:

MacMavis Typing

AppleWorks (6.0)

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Exel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Kid Pix

Photoshop Elements

Math Blaster

Computer Curriculum Grade 5

OBJECTIVES:

• Student should demonstrate an understanding of the basic parts of the computer and be able to access a local network and share files and programs through the net.
• Student will use proper terminology when referring to such items as software. (system, application, file), hardware, primary memory (RAM), secondary memory (disk drive, hard drive, CD ROM), humanware.
• Student uses appropriate software to gather, chart, sort, graph and manage data (data representation with spreadsheet).
• Uses the computer to problem solve.
• Uses different software tools for different tasks.
• Recognizes the purpose of Word processing, desktop publishing, multimedia, database and spreadsheet programs.
• Student uses the keyboard and mouse with increasing efficiency.
• Student will use the scanner to import graphics and photographs into a computer program.
  

Word processing:

• Student will be able to Open, Save, Delete and Print a document using Menu options and Command.
• Student will open and save a file from and to a disk or folder in the appropriate location.
• Student will be able to use a word processing program like AppleWorks or Microsoft Word to undo a mistake, cut, copy, paste text, start a new page, change fonts, colors and sizes, insert a frame or picture, copy text from different documents, use Find and use Help.
• Basic word processing skills- Letters, Numbers, Return Key, Space Bar, Cursor, Mouse movement, Shift Key, Back Space Key, Basic Punctuation.
• Student will use a mouse to select (highlight) words and sentences and edit them as needed.
• Student will use a word processing program to create simple projects with little assistance.
  

Typing

• Typing practice using Mac Mavis with set WPM (words per minutes) goal.

Graphics:

• Student will utilize graphics programs like Kid Pix, Print Shop, Bannermania to create a poster, invitation or card either related to a classroom activity or a contents specific subject area (e.g. posters for environmental awareness).
• Create graphics using Drawing and Painting tools with AppleWorks (e.g. create a replica of a medieval building).
• Student will utilize a graphic program to create enhancement for reports and presentations.
• Student will add a border, change layout, add Clip Art images to a document.
  

Multimedia:

• Student will learn and use terminology pertaining to multimedia.
• Student will create a Power Point slide show presentation.
• Student will use the Scanner to reproduce images or pictures to transfer to multimedia presentations.
• Student will learn how to incorporate sounds in multimedia presentations.
• Student will learn how to create links.

Intercurricular support

• Improve mathematical skills using Math Blaster.
• Draw Renaissance architectural structures.
• Use Claris Work Drawing program to draw the body's circulatory system.

PROJECTS:

• Drawing Renaissance structures using drawing and painting with AppleWorks.
• Develop math problem and Data representation using spreadsheet programs (e.g. AppleWorks, Excel)
• Publish stories, poems and other written work created in class, using appropriate computer skills.
• Create a slide show using Power Point including sounds, links, images and scanned pictures.
• Create invitation, poster and card.
• Guided research on Native Americans

ASSESSMENT:

Students will be evaluated on their basic computer skills, using a check listed format and according to class participation, effort, achievement in the projects, improvement.

SOFTWARE:

The students in grade 5 will use the following software programs:

AppleWorks (6.0)

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Exel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Kid Pix

Photoshop Elements

Mac Mavis

Math Blaster

Internet Explorer

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