LEARN NC

K–12 teaching and learning · from the UNC School of Education

Goal 2

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

Objective 2.07

Recognize, discuss, and use proper keyboarding techniques. Strand - Keyboard Utilization/Word Processing/Desk Top Publishing

Resources aligned to this objective

Avast Ye Mateys - Learning about BlackBeard the Pirate
Using both print and Internet sources, students will explore a collection of information associated with Pirates and Blackbeard, in conjunction with their studies of North Carolina History. Students will explore and read a variety of books from the library and will access a controlled collection of websites regarding Blackbeard the Pirate within to complete a Scavenger Hunt. Scavenger Hunt can be completed as a group in the computer lab, or independently on classroom computers.
Format: lesson plan (grade 4 Information Skills, English Language Arts, Social Studies, and Computer Technology Skills)
By Kathy Beck.
Faces Tell Feelings - Part 5 - Typefaces
Students will study various typefaces in terms of their line quality and shape. Then they will use various editing functions in a word processor to create a text document whose typefaces "show" a particular emotion.
Format: lesson plan (grade 3–5 Visual Arts Education and Computer Technology Skills)
By Susan Wenzel Getter.
Giving can be fun
The purpose of this lesson is to incorporate the use of writing in a friendly letter format to foster the spirit of giving and sharing within the classroom. Using word processing, the students will create a friendly letter that will be shared with classmates in the spirit of giving and sharing.
Format: lesson plan (grade 4–5 Computer Technology Skills and English Language Arts)
By Sue Hunnicutt.
Mystery Message Word Processing
Students learn basic word processing skills and eventually reveal a "Mystery Message."
Format: lesson plan (grade 3–4 Computer Technology Skills)
By Mary Rizzo.
What's the Point? A Lesson on Point of View
After reading Good Dog, Carl by Alexandra Day students will write the story from a chosen character's point of view. This lesson can be used with other wordless picture books.
Format: lesson plan (grade 4 English Language Arts, English Language Development, and Computer Technology Skills)
By Eileen Carter and Tracey Casto.