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GRADE 8 / Unit/Topic / Content Area Standard (NETS) / Mass. Dept of Ed. IT
Standards
Basic operations and concepts
Developing healthy keyboarding technique and posture
Location of letters, numbers and space bar
Using two hands and proper keyboard positioning
Logging in and out of the network server
Creating new folders and files
Printing to a network printer
Renaming, deleting, copying, and moving files
Keyboard commands/shortcuts
Saving files to a diskette and hard drive
Closing, minimizing, and restoring down windows
Differences between Input/output devices
Operation of printers, scanners, removable disk drives / Type to Learn Software by Sunburst Tech.
Computer Basics
  • File/Folder Operations
  • Printing to a network printer
  • Toggling Windows
  • Accessing the public folders
/ 1. Students demonstrate a sound understanding of the nature and operation of technology systems.
4. Use general purpose productivity tools and peripherals to support personal productivity, remediate skill deficits, and facilitate learning throughout the curriculum. / 1.16 Develop efficient keyboarding techniques
2.15 Develop an awareness of the issue of ergonomics and how to use equipment safely.
1.12 Identify and use basic features of computer operating system
1.14 Select a printer and print a document with appropriate page setup and orientation.
Computer Ethics
Acceptable Use Policy
Demonstrate a commitment to socially responsible use of information technology: copyright, plagiarism, ethics / Digital Citizenship
Copyright and Fair Use
-Strategies for searching for and citing digital sources.
-Organizing and citing digital information. / 1 & 2. Discuss common uses of technology in daily life and the advantages and disadvantages those provide.
2. Discuss basic issues related to responsible use of technology and information and describe personal consequences of inappropriate use.
8. Use technology resources (video) for extended learning activities. / 2.6 Understanding classroom rules regarding responsible use of computers.
2.7 Explain and demonstrate ethical and legal behavior in copying files, applications, and media.
2.9 Explain safe practices for sharing personal information via e-mail and the Internet.
GRADE 8 / Unit/Topic / Content Area Standard (NETS) / Mass. Dept of Ed. IT
Standards
Technology research skills
Cite sources correctly, including electronic sources
Use various reference resources appropriate to grade level
Demonstrate a commitment to socially responsible use of information technology: copyright, plagiarism, ethics
Use Internet as a research tool
Use on-line resources
Critically evaluate the data from electronic resources for validity / Evaluating Websites
  • Websites to Visit
  • Website Evaluation Form
On-line Tools:
  • The Quality Info. Checklist
  • Citation Machine
  • Noodle Tools
PowerPoint Presentation
  • Evaluating Websites for Credibility
Advanced Features of PowerPoint
  • Custom Animations and backgrounds
  • Slide Transitions and timing
  • Inserting sounds
  • Adding Hyperlinks
/ 2. Students practice responsible use of technology systems, information, and software.
5. Students use technology to locate, evaluate, and collect information from a variety of sources. / 1.25 Identify and use navigation features of browser
1.27 Identify basic elements of a Web site.
1.31 Use correct terminology in speaking about electronic communications
2.12 Validate a Web site for authenticity
GRADE 8 / Unit/Topic / Content Area Standard (NETS) / Mass. Dept of Ed. IT
Standards
Technology productivity/presentation skills
Technology communication skills
  • Use word processing/desktop publishing for classroom assignments/projects
  • Select and use a variety of software applications to develop projects
  • Pre-write, draft revise, edit and publish
  • Import, export text, graphics, tables from various sources
  • Undo command
  • Toolbars
  • Spell check, thesaurus, proof reading, edit
/ Web Quest
  • All About the Internet
Website Design
Theme: Back to School Night
  • Brainstorming ideas in Word
  • Using Inspiration to design navigation
  • Using MS Publisher to create a website
  • Using Adobe Photoshop to edit pictures and to create banners for site
  • Adding hyperlinksto your website
  • Import audio, graphics, and text
  • Following copyright laws when publishing on the web.
Online Tools:
  • Telecommunications Quiz
/ 3. Students use productivity tools to collaborate in constructing technology-enhanced models, prepare publications, and produce other creative works.
6. Students employ technology in the development of strategies for solving problems in the real world. / 3.9 Communicate results of research and learning with others using the most appropriate tools