Computer Technology Skills — Grade 7
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Goal 1
The learner will understand important issues of a technology-based society and will exhibit ethical behavior in the use of computer and other technologies.
Objective 1.01
Identify and describe the effect technological changes have had on business, transportation, communications, industry, and agriculture in a global society. Strand - Societal/Ethical Issues
Objective 1.02
Use network terms and concepts related to local and wide area networks (LANs, WANs) and Internet connectivity. Strand - Societal/Ethical Issues
Objective 1.03
Use ethical, safe, and responsible behavior relating to issues (e.g., security, privacy, passwords, personal information) and recognize possible consequences of misuse. Strand - Societal/Ethical Issues
Objective 1.04
Recognize and discuss how Copyright Laws protect ownership of intellectual property and identify and discuss consequences of misuse. Strand - Societal/Ethical Issues
Objective 1.05
Investigate technology knowledge and skills needed for the workplace now and in the future. Strand - Societal/Ethical Issues
Objective 1.06
Demonstrate knowledge of why databases are used to collect, organize, and report information in a variety of settings. Strand - Database
Objective 1.07
Use knowledge of database terms/concepts, functions, and operations to describe and explain content area findings. Strand - Database
Objective 1.08
Cite sources of information used in content area databases. Strand - Database
Objective 1.09
Demonstrate knowledge that spreadsheets are used to process information in a variety of settings (e.g., schools, government, business, industry, mathematics, science). Strand - Spreadsheet
Objective 1.10
Use spreadsheet and graphing terms/concepts to present and explain content area assignments. Strand - Spreadsheet
Objective 1.11
Cite sources of information used in content area spreadsheets. Strand - Spreadsheet
Objective 1.12
Demonstrate knowledge of the advantages/disadvantages of using word processing to develop, publish, and present information to a variety of audiences. Strand - Keyboard Utilization/Word Processing/Desk Top Publishing
Objective 1.13
Demonstrate knowledge and use of WP/DTP terms/concepts (e.g., columns, tables, using multiple files and/or applications) to create and publish assignments/projects. Strand - Keyboard Utilization/Word Processing/Desk Top Publishing
Objective 1.14
Demonstrate appropriate use of copyrighted materials in word processing documents used for content projects/assignments. Strand - Keyboard Utilization/Word Processing/Desk Top Publishing
Objective 1.15
Demonstrate knowledge of multimedia tools/concepts used by media (e.g., games, video, radio/TV broadcasts, websites) to entertain, sell, and influence ideas and opinions. Strand - Multimedia/Presentation
Objective 1.16
Demonstrate knowledge of multimedia by using terms/concepts to describe and explain content projects/products. Strand - Multimedia/Presentation
Objective 1.17
Recognize, discuss, and establish ethical guidelines for use of personal and copyrighted media (e.g., images, music, video, content, language) in multimedia projects and presentations as a class/group. Strand - Multimedia/Presentation
Objective 1.18
Recognize, discuss, and model correctly formatted citations for copyrighted materials and adhere to Fair Use Guidelines. Strand - Multimedia/Presentation
Objective 1.19
Recognize and use terms/concepts (e.g., IP address, Intranet, private networks, discussion forum, threaded discussion). Strand - Telecommunications/Internet
Objective 1.20
Demonstrate knowledge of responsible, safe, and ethical use of networked digital information (e.g., Internet, mobile phone, wireless, LANs). Strand - Telecommunications/Internet
Objective 1.21
Demonstrate knowledge of Copyright and Fair Use Guidelines by explaining selection and use of Internet resources in content projects/assignments. Strand - Telecommunications/Internet
Goal 2
The learner will demonstrate knowledge and skills in the use of computer and other technologies.
Objective 2.01
Demonstrate knowledge of strategies for identifying and solving minor hardware and software problems. Strand - Societal/Ethical Issues
Objective 2.02
Enter/edit data and use spreadsheet features and functions to project outcomes and test simple "what if..." statements in content assignments. Strand - Spreadsheet
Objective 2.03
Use proper keyboarding techniques to improve accuracy, speed, and general efficiency in computer operation. Strand - Keyboard Utilization/Word Processing/Desk Top Publishing
Objective 2.04
Demonstrate knowledge and use of WP/DTP features (e.g., columns, tables, headers/footers) to format and publish content projects/products. Strand - Keyboard Utilization/Word Processing/Desk Top Publishing
Objective 2.05
Use a variety of collaborative tools to survey, collect, communicate information for content area assignments. Strand - Telecommunications/Internet
Goal 3
The learner will use a variety of technologies to access, analyze, interpret, synthesize, apply, and communicate information.
Objective 3.01
Select and use appropriate technology tools to solve problems and make decisions in content areas. Strand - Societal/Ethical Issues
Objective 3.02
Select and use two or more criteria to organize, interpret, and display content data and explain strategies used. Strand - Database
Objective 3.03
Modify/edit databases to organize, analyze, interpret data, and create reports (e.g., documents, multimedia project, webpages). Strand - Database
Objective 3.04
Evaluate and use database data and reports to solve problems and make decisions in content areas. Strand - Database
Objective 3.05
Modify/create spreadsheets and graphs/charts to analyze and interpret data for content assignments. Strand - Spreadsheet
Objective 3.06
Create/modify spreadsheets to test simple “what if...” statements to solve problems and make decisions in content areas. Strand - Spreadsheet
Objective 3.07
Demonstrate use of WP/DTP features/functions to design, format, layout, and publish assignments. Strand - Keyboard Utilization/Word Processing/Desk Top Publishing
Objective 3.08
Plan, design, and develop a multimedia product using data (e.g., graphs, charts, database reports) to present content information in the most effective way, citing sources. Strand - Multimedia/Presentation
Objective 3.09
Create/modify and use rubrics to evaluate multimedia presentations for elements (e.g., organization, content, design, appropriateness for target audience, effectiveness, ethical use of resources). Strand - Multimedia/Presentation
Objective 3.10
Select, evaluate, and use a variety of digital resources and information to research and present findings about Eastern Hemisphere: Africa, Asia, and Australia. Strand - Telecommunications/Internet
Objective 3.11
Use evaluation tools to select Internet resources and information for content and usefulness in content area assignments. Strand - Telecommunications/Internet
