2008 Alabama Technology Course of Study
Lauderdale CountyScope and Sequence with Resources
Kindergarten-Second Grade
Technology Operations and Concepts
By the end of second grade students will:
1. Identify basic parts of various technology systems. / K / 1 / 2 / Growing With Technology -Click on Katie’sComputer
Growing With Technology -Click on Burton’s Computer
Growing With Technology -Click on Booker’s Computer
Find the Technology
  • Naming input and output devices

Examples:
Input- keyboard, stylus, mouse / I / R / R / Computer Basics Click on title
Use the Mouse Click on title
The Mouse and Keyboard Click the title
Output- printer / I / R / R / Input and Output Devices- (Must be able to read screen)
2. Identify applications and operations of various technology systems. / K / 1 / 2
Examples: / I / R / Explore the Window Click on title
Operations- opening, closing, and saving files
  • Using accurate terminology related to technology

Example: “press,” not “hit,” keys I Growing With Technology Key Terms Click on Katie’sKeys
R Growing With Technology Key Terms Click on Burton’s Keys
R Growing With Technology Key Terms Click on Booker’s Keys
  • Using input devices to enter letters, numbers, and symbol I R R Growing with Technology – Click on Katie’s Keyboard
R Growing with Technology – Click on Burton’s Keyboard
R Growing With Technology –Click on Booker’s Computer
I R Use Mouse and Keyboard Click on title
I R Keyboard Challenge- Put Keys on Keyboard
  • Using special functions of input devices

Example: keyboard shortcuts / I / Growing With Technology Secret Code Phone Numbers
  • Labeling storage media
/ I / Discuss using felt pens to label media
  • Removing storage media safely
/ CD-Roms Click on Title
K / 1 / 2
3. Demonstrate correct posture and finger placement while using a technology system. / I / R / R / Read Write and Type Software
Home KeysPractice Click on title
DanceMat Typing
Gameaquarium Titles
Digital Citizenship
4. Identify safe use of technology systems and applications. / K / 1 / 2
Examples:
protecting personal information online / I / R / R / Brainpopjr.-Health-Be Safe-Internet Safety
Be Safer Online- Netsmartz video
Know the Rules- Netsmartz video
Online Safety Quiz- Reading
Internet Safety Game
avoiding inappropriate sites / I / R / R / Discuss safe search terms and safe sites
exiting inappropriate sites / I / R / R / Discuss turn off monitor, computer, tell an adult
5. Practice responsible use of technology systems and applications. / K / 1 / 2
Example:maintaining proper settings
  • Demonstrating care of digital equipment and media
/ I / R / R / Discuss and remind weekly of clean workspace
Examples: washing hands before use, cleaning work area before and after use
  • Distinguishing between ethical and unethical uses of others’ work
/ I / Plagiarism Powerpoint
Examples: avoiding plagiarism, avoiding manipulation of others’ work without permission
K / 1 / 2
6. Identify uses of technology systems in daily living. / I / R / List all the things we use
Research and Information Fluency
7. Use digital tools to access and retrieve information. / K / 1 / 2 / Growing with Technology – Critters and Caterpillars Internet Search
Growing With Technology- Ocean Life for Kids Internet Search
Examples:
online libraries / I / R / Alabama Virtual Library
SuccessNet- Second Grade- Online Reference Sources
multimedia dictionaries / I / R / Watch a Video Click on title
Merriam Webster with Audio
search engines / I / R / Web Basics – Click on the Title -Online Computer Literacy Practice: Web Basics Review
SuccessNet- Second Grade- Search Engines
SuccessNet- Second Grade- Web Sites
The World Wide Web Click on title
KidsClick
Awesome Library for Kids
directories / I / R / Kids.Gov Directory
Library of Congress Kid’s Directory
Internet Public Library for Kids
SuccessNet- Second Grade- Online Directories
  • Evaluating accuracy of digital content
/ I / Fact Monster to check for accuracy
SuccessNet- Second Grade- Evaluating Sources
Example: determining fact versus opinion
Communication and Collaboration
8. Use digital environments to exchange ideas with individuals or groups. / K / 1 / 2
Examples: other states, other countries / I / R / R / EPals
SuccessNet- Second Grade- Email
  • Producing digital works collaboratively

Examples:
developing shared writing projects / I / R / Bio-Cube
Character Trading Cards
Letter Generator
Shape Poem
creating language experience stories / I / R / Comic Creator
Flip Book
Fractured Fairy Tales
Stapleless Book
Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision Making
9. Identify digital tools used for problem solving. / K / 1 / 2
Examples:
spell check / I / SpellCheck.net
Spell Check in Word
digital graphic organizers / I / R
electronic drawing programs / I / R / R / The Paintbrush Tool Click on title
Growing With Technology- Using Paint Program
simulation software / I / R / You’re the Animator Cartoon Maker
Creativity and Innovation
10.Design original works using digital tools. / K / 1 / 2
Examples:
digital drawing tools / I / R / R / The Paintbrush Click on title
Growing With Technology- My Favorite Season
Growing With Technology –What’s Really Down There?
Butterfly Gallery
Destination Modern Art
music software / I / R / R / Musicmaker
Boogie Beats
New York Phiharmonic Zidzone
word processing software / I / R / Key Text in Word Click on title
Growing With Technology- About Me
Post Card Creator
Letter Generator
digital cameras / I / R / 13 Lessons to Teach Your Child about Digital Camera Lesson- Teacher led discussion
Digital Camera ABCs- Take pictures around school for letters A-Z. Teacher put in PPT or PhotoStory.
Third Grade -- Fifth Grade
By the end of third grade students will:
Technology Operations and Concepts
1. Use input and output devices of technology systems. / 3 / 4 / 5
Examples: input—recording devices, keyboards, touchscreens
output—printers / I / R / R / Brainpop-Technology-Computers and Technology-Computer Mouse
Brainpop-Technology-Computers and Internet- Printers
Growing With Technology -Click on Carmen’s Computer
Growing With Technology Key Terms- Click on Carmen’s keys
Growing With Technology- Computer Parts Click on Dwayne’s Computer
Growing With Technology – Key Terms Click on Dwayne’s Keys
  • Demonstrating ergonomics relative to technology systems
/ I / R / R / Computer Ergonomics Powerpoint
  • Demonstrating correct keyboarding techniques
/ I / R / R / Growing With Technology – Click on Carmen’s Keyboard
Growing With Technology- Click on Dwayne’s Keyboard
  • Demonstrating safe removal of storage media
/ I / R / R / Brainpop-Technology-Computers and Technology-Data Storage Devices
2. Use various technology applications, including word processing and multimedia software. / 3 / 4 / 5
(LC) Microsoft Word / I / R / R / Edit Sentences Click on title
Editing a Paragraph in Word Click on last topic on page.
Review Word Processing Skills Click on title
Word Processing Review Click on title
Growing With Technology- The Moon
Growing With Technology- Tornadoes
(LC) Microsoft Powerpoint / I / Powerpoint: Make a Slide Show Click on title
Powerpoint: Make a Title Slide Click on title
Powerpoint: Insert Clip Art Click on title
Powerpoint Insert Clip Art and Text Click on title
Review of Presentation Basics Click on title
Growing With Technology – Under the Sea
Growing With Technology – The Solar System
Growing With Technology- Hurricanes vs. Tornadoes
(LC) Microsoft PhotoStory / I / R / Photostory3
  • Using navigational features commonly found in technology applications
/ I / R / R / Growing With Technology – All About Sea Turtles – Uses Word
  • Identifying digital file types
/ I / R / Show examples-.doc, ppt., .wav, etc. when appropriate
3. Identify common hardware and software problems. / 3 / 4 / 5
  • Determining basic troubleshooting strategies to correct hardware and software problems
/ I / R / R / Tips and Tricks for Troubleshooting
4. Identify various operating systems of technology devices. / I / R / Discuss Mac and PC
Digital Citizenship
5. Practice safe use of technology systems and applications. / 3 / 4 / 5
Examples: protecting personal information online, avoiding inappropriate sites, exiting inappropriate sites / I / R / R / Faux Paw the Techno Cat Video- Click on Watch video
The Boy Who Loved IM – Netsmartz video
Password Rap- Netsmartz video
Beat the Tricks- Netsmartz Video
UYN- Use Your Netsmartz video
Brainpop-Technology-Computer and Internet-Online Safety
Are You a Cyber Citizen?
Cyberspace Rules
Privacy Worksheet
Get Your Web License from PBS Kids
6. Describe social and ethical behaviors related to technology use. / 3 / 4 / 5
Examples:social—developing positive attitudes towards using technology collaboratively / I / R / R / Discussion by library media specialist
Profile Publisher
ethical—citing sources of text and digital content, / I / R / Cyberbee-Copyright Law
avoiding plagiarism, / I / R / Discussion by library media specialist
Thou Shall Not Steal Powerpoint
avoiding manipulation of others’ work without permission / I / R / R / Discussion by library media specialist
Coyright Kids
  • Describing the global nature of the Internet
/ I / R / URLs
  • Following local acceptable use policies regarding technology
/ I / R / Highlight Points in LauderdaleCounty Student Handbook
  • Identifying intrusive applications, including worms, viruses, spyware, and pop-up advertisements
/ I / Brainpop-Technology-Computers and Internet- Computer Viruses
Don’t Open That File! A Lesson on Computer Viruses- Video
Faux Paw and the Dangerous Download-video
7.Explain the influence of technology on society / 3 / 4 / 5
Examples:multiple digital communities, / I / R / The Last 200 Years of Technology- TeacherTube
medical and agricultural advancements / I / R / UnitedStreaming-Agricultural Technology
What’s Changed? Game
Research and Information Fluency
8. Collect information from a variety of digital sources. / 3 / 4 / 5
Examples: online libraries, multimedia dictionaries / I / R / R / Technology Buzzwords
SuccessNet- Third, Fourth and Fifth Grade- Online Reference Sources
  • Using technology tools to organize information
/ I / R / R / SuccessNet- Third, Fourth and Fifth Grade- Online Directories
InfoCentre – Library –Search for Books
  • Demonstrating efficient Internet search strategies
Example: keyword search / I / R / SuccessNet- Third, Fourth and Fifth Grade- Web Sites
SuccessNet- Third, Fourth and Fifth Grade- Search Engines
SuccessNet- Third, Fourth and Fifth Grade- Evaluating Sources
Brainpop-Computers and Internet- Internet Search
Searching the Web- 5 Lessons
Learning from Websites
Searching for Websites
Internet: Simple Searches Click on title
Internet Search Techniques Click on title
Growing With Technology- Solar System Scavenger Hunt
Growing With Technology- The Weather Watchers Scavenger Hunt
9. Use technology tools to organize, interpret, and display data. / 3 / 4 / 5
Examples:spreadsheets, / I / Understand Spreadsheets Click on title
Create Spreadsheets and Graphics Click on title
Spreadsheet Review Interactive Click on title
Review Spreadsheets Click on title
Growing With Technology- Friends and Family Spreadsheet
Growing With Technology – I Scream, You Scream
Growing with Technology – Come to the Show
Growing With Technology- Model Rocket Parts
databases, / I / R / R / Database: Find Data Click on title
Growing with Technology – Favorite Colors Database
Growing With Technology– Where Did Your Teeth Go?
Growing With Technology- Sea Animals
Growing With Technology – Planet Comparisons
electronic graphing tools / I / R
Communication and Collaboration
10. Use digital environments to collaborate and communicate / 3 / 4 / 5
Examples:publishing online journals, / I / Brainpop-Technology-Computers and Internet-Blogs
sharing presentations, / I / R / Growing With Technology – Look How Smart You Are
contributing to online discussions, / I / R / Square of Life Project- Must register in fall or spring
Moodle
SuccessNet- Third, Fourth and Fifth Grade- Email
communicating with experts / I / Email an Expert- Please do as a class- not individually
Collaboration: Ask an Expert- Please do as a class- not individually
  • Producing digital works collaboratively
/ I / R / R / ReadWriteThink Printing Press- Make a newspaper, brochure, flyer, or booklet
Examples: developing shared writing projects and group multimedia projects / I / R / R / Growing With Technology Planets Poster Using Paint
Growing With Technology- Water Water Everywhere Water Cycle Poster
Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision Making
11. Use digital tools to analyze authentic problems. / 3 / 4 / 5
Examples: electronic graphing tools, / I / R
concept mapping software / I / R / R / ReadWriteThink- Venn Diagram, 2 Circles
Read Write Think- Venn Diagram 3 Circles
Creativity and Innovation
12. Create a product using digital tools. / 3 / 4 / 5
Examples:products—digital story, / I / R / Stapleless Book
PhotoStory3 projects
Read WriteThink Comic Creator
podcast / I / R / R / Radio Willow Web- Example of Student podcasts
digital artwork / I / R / R / Graphics Review Use with Paint
Reviewing Drawing and Graphics Use with Paint
Book Cover Creator
CD/DVD Cover Creator
SIXTH GRADE -- EIGHTH GRADE
By the end of eighth grade students will:
Technology Operations and Concepts
1. Appraise technology systems to determine software and hardware compatibility / 6 / 7 / 8
I / R / Brainpop-Technology-Computers and Internet-Printers
Growing With Technology Key Terms Click on Yasmin’s Keys
Growing With Technology Click on Yasmin’s Computer
Basic Computer Components- TeacherTube
2. Publish digital products that communicate curriculum concepts / 6 / 7 / 8
Examples: Web pages, / I / R / R / Create a Web Page Click on title
videos, / I / R / Make a Video with Harvest of History
podcasts, / I / R / R / Radio Willow Web- Examples of Student Podcasts
multimedia presentations / I / R / R / Powerpoint-Animation-Basic-TeacherTube
(LC) flashcards, magazine covers / I / R / R / Creating Flashcard Templates
Make a Magazine Cover
3. Explain how network systems are connected and used. / 6 / 7 / 8
I / R / Brainpop-Technology-Computers and Internet- Internet
4. Determine basic troubleshooting strategies to correct common hardware and software problems. / 6 / 7 / 8
Examples:checking connections, restarting equipment, creating a backup copy of digital data / I / R / R / Tips and Tricks for Troubleshooting
  • Describing the importance of antivirus and security software
/ I / 3 Things You Can do To Prevent Spyware- Video
5. Use basic features of word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software / 6 / 7 / 8
Examples:word processing—reports, letters, brochures / I / R / R / Word Tutorials from Learning Electric
spreadsheets—discovering patterns, tracking spending, creating budgets / I / R / Excel Tutorials from Learning Electric
databases—contact list of addresses and phone numbers / I / R / R / Growing With Technology –Feeling Hot, Hot, Hot!
Growing With Technology- Reach for the Sky
presentation software—slideshow / I / R / R / Growing With Technology Symbols of America
Powerpoint Tutorials from Learning Electric
6. Select specific digital tools for completing curriculum-related tasks. / 6 / 7 / 8
Examples: spreadsheet for budgets, / I R / Growing With Technology- Weather Tracking Spreadsheet
word processing software for essays, / I / R R / Growing With Technology Mount Rushmore
probes for data collection
7. Demonstrate correct keyboarding techniques / 6 / 7 / 8
I / R / R / Growing With Technology- Click on Yasmin’s Keyboard
Digital Citizenship
8. Identify safe uses of social networking and electronic communication. / 6 / 7 / 8
  • Recognizing dangers of online predators
/ I / R / R / Think Before You Post- TeacherTube
Chat Danger
Social Networking Basics Tutorial- Isafe and MySpace
  • Protecting personal information online
/ I / R / R / Brainpop-Technology-Computer and Internet-Online Safety
Social Networking-Don’t Give Yourself Away Interactive
Digital Permanence: Forever is a Long Time Interactive
Keeping Personal Info Private Interactive
Protecting Your Privacy and Personal Information Online- Video
Microsoft’s Password Checker
Examples: avoiding plagiarism; / I / R / R / “You Quote It You Note It” Interactive Game
“Plagiarism-You Can Avoid It” Interactive
complying with acceptable use policies, Digital Citizenship / I / R / R / Brainpop- Technology-Computers and Internet- Digital Etiquette
copyright laws, / I / R / Brainpop-Technology-Computers and Internet-Copyright
Kathy Shrock’s Copyright Guidelinesfor School Projects
Copyright Basics
“ Can I Use It Sheet?”
Music Downloading- Paying the Piper Interactive
and fair use standards; / I / R / Fair Use- Beg, Borrow, Or Steal? Interactive
recognizing secure Web sites / I / Banks-
ThinkLink Testing-
Any other sites with passwords
  • Identifying examples of computer crime and related penalties
/ I / R / Computer Hacking
Examples: computer crime—phishing, spoofing, virus and worm
dissemination
penalties—fines, incarceration / I / R / Brainpop-Technology-Computers and Internet- Computer Viruses
Spam and Larry the Lizard- TeacherTube
Viruses Worms and Trojans- TeacherTube
- Video
Defending Against Viruses and Worms- Video
Dealing With Spam Email- Video
Example: cyberbullying / I / R / R / Cyberbullying: Not Just Name Calling Interactive
Cyberbullying Talent Show-TeacherTube
Comcast “Student Voices” Video- Emmy Award Winner
  • Citing sources of digital content
/ I / R / R / Internet Citation Checklist
Internet Citation Organizer
10. Describe advances in technology and the effects of each on the workplace and society. / 6 / 7 / 8 / Growing With Technology Time Machine- Click on Dewayne’s Robot
Examples:agriculture, / I / Brainpop-SocialStudies-World History-Agricultural Revolution
Brainpop-Social Studies-Culture-Fighting Hunger
manufacturing, / I / Brainpop-Social Studies- US History- Industrial Revolution
Brainpop- Science-Thomas Edison
Brainpop- Science and Industry- Assembly Line
medicine, / I / Brainpop-World History-Mummies
Brainpop-Social Studies-World History- Black Death
Brainpop-Technology-Science and Industry- Microscope
Brainpop-Health-Diseases,Injuries-Flu and Flu Vaccine
Brainpop- Health-Diseases, Injuries-Body Scan
warfare, (View in Order) / I / 1.Brainpop-Social Studies-Culture- War, 2. Brainpop-Social Studies, United States- American Revolution, 3. Brainpop-Social Studies-Civil War, 4. Brainpop-Social Studies- United States-World War I, 5. Brainpop-Social Studies-United States- World War II, 6. Brainpop- Social Studies- United States- Korean War, 7. Brainpop-Social Studies-United States- Vietnam War, 8. Brainpop-Social Studies- Culture
Terrorism, 9. Brainpop-Social Studies- US Government and Law- Armed Forces
transportation, / I / Brainpop-Social Studies-Famous Historical Figures-Amelia Earhart
Brainpop-Technology-Transportation – Apollo Project AND International Space Station
On the Move Game
communication, / I / Brainpop-Technology-Computers and Internet- Computer History
Brainpop-Science-Analog and Digital Recordings
UnitedStreaming- Technology and Society: When Machines Learned to Talk- 30 minutes
UnitedStreaming- New Television Technology- 1:05 minutes
education / I / Going to School in the Old Days
Research and Information Fluency
11. Use digital tools and strategies to locate, collect, organize, evaluate, and synthesize information. / 6 / 7 / 8 / Brainpop-Computers and Internet- Internet Search
Going Beyond Google
Search the Web Click on the title
SuccessNet- Sixth Grade- Search Engines
SuccessNet- Sixth Grade- Online Reference Sources
SuccessNet- Sixth Grade- Online Directories
I / R / Growing with Technology- Cross Country USA
graphic organizers, / I / R / R / Inspiration
spreadsheets, / I / R / Growing With Technology Wide Open Spaces
databases / I / R / R / Database Design Click on title
collect—probeware
graphing calculators / Compound Interest Calculator
organize—graphic organizers, / I / R / R / ReadWriteThink Webbing Tool
Essay Map
spreadsheet / I / R / Spreadsheets: Word with Graphs Click on title
evaluate—reviewing publication dates, determining credibility / I / R / R / SuccessNet- Sixth Grade- Web Sites
SuccessNet- Sixth Grade- Evaluating Sources
Finding and Evaluating Web Sites
Misinformation: Truth or Spoof Interactive
American Idle-Information Resources-TeacherTube
synthesize—word processing software, / I / R / R / Word Processing Basics Review Click on title
concept-mapping software / I / R / R / Inspiration software
Communication and Collaboration
12. Use digital tools to communicate and collaborate at all levels from interpersonal to global. / 6 / 7 / 8
Examples:
Instant messages and e-mail, / I / R / Brainpop-Technology-Computers and Internet- Email and IM
Social Network Profile Publisher
Email Basics Click on title
Email Attachments Click on title
SuccessNet- Sixth Grade- Email
blogs / I / R / R / Brainpop-Technology-Computers and Internet-Blogs
Blogs in Plain English- TeacherTube
wikis, / I / R / Wikis in Plain English- TeacherTube
collaborative authoring tools, / I / R / Email and Moodle
online learning communities / I / R / R / Moodle
  • Demonstrating digital file transfer
/ I / R / Moodle
Examples: attaching, uploading, downloading
Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision Making
13. Use digital tools to formulate solutions to authentic problems / 6 / 7 / 8
Examples: electronic graphing tools, probes, spreadsheets / I / R / Gravity Launch Game
Planet Size Comparison Game
Creativity and Innovation
14. Use digital tools to generate new ideas, products, or processes / 6 / 7 / 8
Examples: ideas—predictions, trends / I / R / Brainpop-Science-Scientific Inquiry- Imagination
Brainpop-Arts and Music-Art Concepts-Graphic Design
Make a Poster with Excel- TeacherTube Video
products—animation, video, Images-pictures, music / I / R / R / Brainpop-Science and Industry-Cameras AND Brainpop-Arts and Music-Art Concept- Photography
Better Photos for Teens
Brainpop- Technology-Computers and Internet-MP3 AND Brainpop-Science and Industry-CD
UnitedStreaming- Making Music with Technology- 3:22 minutes
Brainpop-Technology-Computers and Internet-Digital Animation AND Traditional AnimationAND Filmmaking
Harvest of History Video Maker
Growing with Technology – Use Paint to Illustrate State Symbols
Great Quotes Teacher Tube
processes—models, simulations / Brainpop-Technology-Science and Industry-Robots
Power Play- Build a Machine
Power Up! A Game About Power Choices

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