Grade 2

Students will understand basic operations and concepts of technology.

2.0

Standard

Students will understand the importance of social, ethical, and human issues associated with technology.

3.0

Standard

Students will use technology productivity tools.

4.0

Standard

Students will use technology communications tools.

5.0

Standard

Students will select and use appropriate technology research tools.

6.0

Standard

Students will utilize technology problem-solving and decision-making tools.

2.1.1

Learning Expectation

Students will demonstrate an understanding of the nature and operation of technology systems.

2.1.2

Learning Expectation

Students will exhibit a proficiency in the use of technology.

2.1.3

Learning Expectation

Students will develop basic keying skills (alpha/numeric and symbol characters) in using keyboard using the touch system.

2.2.1

Learning Expectation

Students will understand the ethical, cultural, and societal issues related to technology.

2.2.2

Learning Expectation

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

2.2.3

Learning Expectation

Students will develop positive attitudes toward technology uses that support lifelong learning, collaboration, personal pursuits, and productivity.

2.3.1

Learning Expectation

Students will use technology tools to enhance learning, increase productivity, and promote creativity.

2.3.2

Learning Expectation

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

2.4.1

Learning Expectation

Students will use telecommunications to collaborate, publish, and interact with peers, experts, and other audiences.

2.4.2

Learning Expectation

Students will use a variety of media and formats to communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences.

2.5.1

Learning Expectation

Students will use technology to locate, evaluate, and collect information from a variety of sources.

2.5.2

Learning Expectation

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

2.5.3

Learning Expectation

Students will evaluate and select new information resources and technological

2.6.1

Learning Expectation

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

2.6.2

Learning Expectation

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

2.1.1.a

Accomplishment

Identify the computer as a machine that helps people work and play.

2.1.1.b

Accomplishment

Identify and use input devices such as a disk drive, mouse, keyboard, CD-Drive, etc.

2.1.1.c

Accomplishment

Identify and use output devices such as a disk drive, monitor, printer, CD-Drive, etc.

2.1.1.d

Accomplishment

List the rules for the proper care of computer equipment

2.1.1.e

Accomplishment

Demonstrate proper care for computer and other technologies properly.

2.1.1.f

Accomplishment

Use and apply appropriate computer and keyboarding terminology.

2.1.1.g

Accomplishment

Explore basic navigation of the operating system as it relates to applications used on the computer.

2.1.1.h

Accomplishment

Differentiate between the operating system and an application/program.

2.1.1.i

Accomplishment

Optional - If available, use a computer program, such as LOGO to demonstrate how computers use instruction.

2.1.2.a

Accomplishment

Demonstrate proper sequence for turning on and turning off computers and other technologies.

2.1.2.b

Accomplishment

Operate a mouse (click, double-click, click and drag, click and hold/draw.

2.1.2.c

Accomplishment

Open/Launch a program/application from an icon

2.1.2.d

Accomplishment

Quit a program/application.

2.1.2.e

Accomplishment

Follow directions in a menu-driven program.

2.1.2.f

Accomplishment

Minimize and maximize windows.

2.1.2.g

Accomplishment

Operate stroll bars.

2.1.2.h

Accomplishment

Print, save and reopen documents/files with teacher guidance.

2.1.3.a

Accomplishment

Use the correct hand and body position while applying the proper touch method of keying for the home row keys (A, S, D, F, J,K, L, ;); Row above (Q,W,E,R,T,Y,U,I,O,P,[, ], \); and Row below (Z,X,C,V,B,N,M,",", ".", /).

2.1.3.b

Accomplishment

Use appropriate hand pressure on mouse and keyboard.

2.1.3.c

Accomplishment

Operate special purpose keys (return/enter, spacebar, esc, arrows, shift, backspace).

2.1.3.d

Accomplishment

Know the relative position of the alpha/numeric keys.

2.1.3.e

Accomplishment

Color a drawing of the keyboard indicating which finger should operate which keys.

2.1.3.f

Accomplishment

Key words consisting of letters utilizing the home row keys, the row below and the row above using the proper touch keying technique for the development of speed.

2.1.3.g

Accomplishment

Proofread and correct errors using backspace, delete, undo, erase.

2.2.1.a

Accomplishment

Demonstrate the safe use of electronic technologies.

2.2.1.b

Accomplishment

Identify, discuss and visually represent uses of technology in the community ( bar codes, scanners, handheld, etc.).

2.2.1.c

Accomplishment

Identify the influence and effects of technology on everyday life and learning.

2.2.1.d

Accomplishment

Respect the privacy of others.

2.2.2.a

Accomplishment

Understand and follow classroom rules for technology use.

2.2.2.b

Accomplishment

Discuss the Acceptable Use Policy.

2.2.2.c

Accomplishment

Recognize the importance of supervised use of technology.

2.2.2.d

Accomplishment

Identify and discuss appropriate and safe behaviors online.

2.2.2.e

Accomplishment

Notify the teacher immediately if an inappropriate website appears when using the internet.

2.2.2.f

Accomplishment

Know how "pop-up" windows happen and not to respond to them.

2.2.3.a

Accomplishment

Respect the rights of others.

2.2.3.b

Accomplishment

Recognize that technology can be used to assist learning.

2.2.3.c

Accomplishment

Discuss ownership of computer-created work.

2.2.3.d

Accomplishment

Use teacher selected Internet resources to locate, discuss, and compare information about the local community.

2.3.1.a

Accomplishment

Use the computer and technology resources to practice learning skills such as computer puzzles, matching games, logical thinking programs, etc.

2.3.1.b

Accomplishment

Follow directions in a menu-driven program.

2.3.1.c

Accomplishment

Identify and explain the function of the icons used in the various programs.

2.3.1.d

Accomplishment

Recognize, discuss, and use word processing as a tool to enter, edit, print, and save assignments.

2.3.1.e

Accomplishment

Use and discuss basic word processing terms/concepts such as desktop, menu/tool bar, document, text, etc.

2.3.1.f

Accomplishment

Use a prepared spreadsheet to enter/edit data and observe the changes that occur to make predictions.

2.3.1.g

Accomplishment

Use an age appropriate spreadsheet application to enter, display data as a class/group.

2.3.1.h

Accomplishment

Identify various sources of data.

2.3.2.a

Accomplishment

Use the computer and technology resources to practice learning skills in relation to other subject areas such as math, science, English, etc.

2.3.2.b

Accomplishment

Use text, paint, and/or drawing tools to create simple documents.

2.3.2.c

Accomplishment

Recognize that different software programs are design for specific purposes.

2.3.2.d

Accomplishment

Recognize the characteristics of multimedia (text, audio, images, video, etc.).

2.3.2.e

Accomplishment

Identify and discuss multimedia terms/concepts (slide/card, link/button, text box, navigate, transition) as a class/group.

2.3.2.f

Accomplishment

Create a simple graph/chart from data in a spreadsheet.

2.3.2.g

Accomplishment

Explore the navigation of software utilized in the classroom.

2.4.1.a

Accomplishment

Recognize and discuss telecommunications as a way to share information electronically.

2.4.1.b

Accomplishment

Use multimedia software to communicate information and ideas.

2.4.1.c

Accomplishment

Use the computer as a writing tool.

2.4.2.a

Accomplishment

Experiment with basic formatting options in a word processor to produce a publication for each of the following: a student, a teacher, a friend, and a parent.

2.4.2.b

Accomplishment

Suggest ways telecommunications can be used to share information electronically.

2.4.2.c

Accomplishment

Explore the use of multimedia software to enhance the communication of information and ideas.

2.5.1.a

Accomplishment

Use electronic reference tools as a resource.

2.5.1.b

Accomplishment

Evaluate acquired information for usefulness

2.5.2.a

Accomplishment

Use electronic reference tools as a resource, such as a simple database/spreadsheet

2.5.2.b

Accomplishment

Acquire information from a computer.

2.5.2.c

Accomplishment

Identify the need for data to be organized.

2.5.2.d

Accomplishment

Develop a small basic data base.

2.5.2.e

Accomplishment

Develop a small basic spreadsheet.

2.5.2.f

Accomplishment

Use the computer as a writing tool.

2.5.3.a

Accomplishment

Choose an application based on its appropriateness for specific tasks.

2.5.3.b

Accomplishment

Evaluate acquired information for usefulness.

2.5.3.c

Accomplishment

Explore the gathering of information using a variety of electronic resources, including but not limited to the Internet.

2.5.3.d

Accomplishment

Perform an Internet search under the direction and supervision of a teacher.

2.6.1.a

Accomplishment

Recognize that computers were created to assist in solving problems (Computer History).

2.6.1.b

Accomplishment

Recognize that the computer relies on sequential steps in order to perform tasks.

2.6.1.c

Accomplishment

Use a step-by-step process for solving a problem.<ol type="1"><li>Order specific steps in the solution of a problem.</li><li>Choose the proper steps in the solution of a problem.</li><li>Choose and order the steps in the solution of a problem</li></ol>

2.6.1.d

Accomplishment

Use teacher selected websites to acquire information related to a given problem.<ol type="1"><li>Analyze the information gathered</li><li>Collaborate with the teacher/student to reach a decision based on the information gathered.</li><li>OPTIONAL - If available, use a computer program, such as LOGO to demonstrate how computers use instruction.</li></ol>

2.6.2.a

Accomplishment

Use the computer and technology resources to gather information on different ways to solve a specific problem.

2.6.2.b

Accomplishment

Use developmentally appropriate software to follow sequential directions and proper steps to solve a problem for a given simple task.

2.6.2.c

Accomplishment

Use multimedia software to express ideas, strategies use, and solution for a given problem and/or task.

2.6.2.d

Accomplishment