Unit # : 1 Grade: Middle School Subject: Technology Literacy Technology Systems s l
l Time Frame: 15 sessions In this unit students will be introduced to technology systems and discuss how the i
k use of such systems has improved their lives. S
d Technology Literacy Indicator:
n 1.1 Technology Systems: Develop foundations in the understanding and uses of technology systems a
2.1 Digital Citizenship: Demonstrate an understanding of the history of technology and its impact on society, and practice ethical, legal, and e
g responsible use of technology to assure safety
d 3.1 Technology for Learning and Collaboration: Use a variety of technologies for learning and collaboration e l 4.1 Technology for Communication and Expression Use technology to communicate information and express ideas using various media w formats o
n 5.1 Technology for Information Use and Management: Use technology to locate, evaluate, gather, and organize information and data.
K 6.1 Technology for Problem-solving and decision making: Demonstrate ability to use technology and develop strategies to solve problems and make informed decisions.
Technology Literacy Objectives: 1.8.1.A .1 Demonstrate knowledge of technology systems 2.8.1.A .1 Explain how technology affects the individual and society 2.8.1.B 1 Practice responsible and appropriate use of technology systems, software, and information 2.8.1.B .2 Demonstrate an understanding of current legal standards 2.8.1.B .3 Understand current online safety guidelines 3.8.1.A .1 Select and use technology tools to enhance learning 3.8.1.B.1 Select and use technology tools to encourage collaboration 3.8.1.C.1 Select and use technology tools to increase productivity 4.8.1.A .1 Select and use technology for communication 4.8.1.A.2 Use and explain the purposes of different media formats 5.8.1.A .1 Select and use information resources available through technology 5.8.1.B.1 Use and evaluate technology tools to organize information 6.8.1.A.1 Understand the Problem 6.8.1.A.2 Devise a Plan 6.8.1.A.3 Carry Out the Plan 6.8.1.A.4 Analyze Data 6.8.1.A.5 Communicate Conclusion 6.8.1.B .1 Examine the Solution
Baltimore City Public Schools Office of Humanities Technology Literacy Unit 1st DRAFT 1 Unit # : 1 Grade: Middle School Subject: Technology Literacy Technology Systems
Technology Literacy Assessment Limits:
1.8.1.A.1.a Explain how network resources are accessed, controlled, connected, and used effectively and efficiently (e.g., FTP/Web publishing, wireless networks, USB, firewire, etc.) 1.8.1.A .1.b Use keyboard and mouse effectively and efficiently 1.8.1.A.1.c Apply utility programs to convert formats, as necessary, for effective use in Web, video, audio, graphic, presentation, word-processing, database, publication, and spreadsheet applications 1.8.1.A .1.d Describe strategies for identifying, solving, and preventing routine hardware and software problems that occur during everyday technology use 2.8.1.A .1.a Evaluate technology’s influence on the individual and society 2.8.1.A .1.b Evaluate technology’s impact on the environment 2.8.1.A.1.c Evaluate the use of technology to solve a societal issue 2.8.1.A.1.d Propose a technological solution to a societal issue 2.8.1.B 1.a Explain the purpose of and follow the acceptable use policy 2.8.1.B 1.b Work cooperatively and collaboratively with others when using technology 2.8.1.B 1.c Practice responsible use of technology systems 2.8.1.B 1.d Demonstrate proper care of equipment (such as following lab rules, handling equipment with care, appropriate printing of resources) 2.8.1.B.1.e Explain the potential harm of intrusive applications (such as worms, viruses, spyware, pop-up windows, etc.) and safeguards for limiting exposure to these 2.8.1.B.1.f Use safe and correct security procedures (such as protecting password and user ID) 2.8.1.B .2 .a Comply with copyright laws and fair use provisions when using digital content laws) 2.8.1.B .2 .b Use electronic resources appropriately (such as paraphrasing) 2.8.1.B .2 .c Cite electronic sources of text and digital information properly (such as MLA, APA, Chicago) 2.8.1.B .3.a Understand that the Internet offers access to multiple digital communities with differing guidelines 2.8.1.B.3.b Explain safety and privacy issues related to use of the Internet 2.8.1.B .3.c Use safe and correct security procedures when working online (such as not disclosing personal information and protecting passwords) 2.8.1.B .3.d Describe procedures for exiting an inappropriate site (such as clicking the home, turning off monitor, notifying an adult) 2.8.1.B.3.e Practice privacy guidelines 2.8.1.B.3.f Explain the importance of firewalls and filtering systems 3.8.1.A .1.a Use technology tools, including software and hardware, from a range of teacher-selected options to learn new content or reinforce skills Baltimore City Public Schools Office of Humanities Technology Literacy Unit 1st DRAFT 2 Unit # : 1 Grade: Middle School Subject: Technology Literacy Technology Systems 3.8.1.A .1.b Defend the selection of a specific technology tool to complete a learning task 3.8.1.B.1.a Use technology tools to exchange ideas with individuals or groups outside of the school community 3.8.1.B.1.b Use technology tools to exchange ideas with individuals or groups outside of the classroom 3.8.1.B.1.c Articulate the advantages of collaboration supported by technology tools 3.8.1.C.1.a Defend the selected technology tools to complete tasks efficiently * 3.8.1.C.1 .b Create new documents to complete learning assignments and demonstrate new understanding 3.8.1. C.1. c Input and analyze information in a spreadsheet or database * 3.8.1. C.1. d Use suitable electronic resources to refine presentations and edit texts for effective and appropriate use of language conventions, such as capitalization, punctuation, spelling, and pronunciation 3.8.1. C.1. e Use word processing technology when appropriate 3.8.1.C.1.f Use Collect, manipulate, analyze, and display data and information using tools, such as calculators and computers * 4.8.1.A .1.a Use communication tools (such as e-mail, discussion boards, online conferences, Learning Management Systems, portfolios) to gather information, share ideas, and respond to questions * 4.8.1.A .1.b Present information independently to various audiences 4.8.1.A.1.c Evaluate the appropriateness of media formats for various purposes * 5.8.1.A .1.a Select relevant information from appropriate technology resources 5.8.1.A .1.b Select and read to gain information from electronic personal interest materials, such as brochures, books, magazines, cookbooks, web sites, and other online materials 5.8.1.A .1.c Apply evaluation strategies when using electronic resources (such as publication/copyright date, fact vs. fiction, source credibility, ease of use) 5.8.1.A.1.d Refine library catalog search strategies 5.8.1.A.1.e Refine search strategies for Web search engines/ directories 6.8.1.A.5.a Display data and information using technology tools 6.8.1.A.5.b Use communication tools to communicate conclusions 6.8.1.A.5.c Present information and conclusions in formats that are appropriate to a specific audience 6.8.1.B.6. a Defend the use of the selected technology for individual learning of the specific task 6.8.1.B.6.b Evaluate the appropriateness of media formats for communicating data
Baltimore City Public Schools Office of Humanities Technology Literacy Unit 1st DRAFT 3 Unit # : 1 Grade: Middle School Subject: Technology Literacy Technology Systems VOCABULARY TECHNOLOGY LITERACY ENDURING UNDERSTANDINGS: Effective use of technology enables us to live, learn and work. The appropriate choice and creative use of media allows us to communicate effectively. A variety of skills and strategies facilitate research. Information must be evaluated and processed to determine accuracy, relevance, and validity. BIOS The appropriate choice of information and media allows us to communicate effectively. Cables Ongoing assessment improves research, information skills and strategies. CPU There are rights and responsibilities associated with the use of information. Disk drive The integrity of the worldwide technology community depends upon its members exhibiting safe and Expansion cards ethical use of electronic resources. Hard drive Knowledge of technology tools and operational procedures enables people to use technology Modem effectively. Motherboard Ports Power supply TECHNOLOGY LITERACY ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS: RAM How can I use technology to be productive and solve problems? ROM How does the appropriate choice of media allow for more effective communication? Sound card What skills and strategies are needed to gather information effectively, solve problems, and conduct Video card research? wireless networks Why and how do I evaluate information for accuracy, relevance, and validity? USB How can I express and effectively communicate ideas? firewire How effectively was information used? What are the ethics and responsibilities associated with the use of information? What are some of the problems we encounter with technology? How does technology affect our daily lives? What technology is helpful to our daily life? Who owns ideas and information? How can we share ideas and information fairly? How are ownership rights protected? How do we select resources? How do we make new meaning out of information from many sources? How are the advantages of using certain technologies? How do you use technology to communicate information and/or ideas?
Baltimore City Public Schools Office of Humanities Technology Literacy Unit 1st DRAFT 4 Unit # : 1 Grade: Middle School Subject: Technology Literacy Technology Systems n
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P ESSENTIAL QUESTION: How can I use technology to be productive and solve problems?
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r 2.8.1.B 1 Creating a safe Students will observe their computer lab Acceptable Use Policy
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Student select one rule that will use to create a sign. Students will use Microsoft Word and illustrate using clip art. Students can use drop box in TS3 to send work to teacher.
Do the same rules apply to every time you use a computer? Give/draw examples and non- examples.
1.8.1.A .1 Scenario: After presenting the task to the students. Walk Big 6 Research Planner Fred Works, of them through the Step 1 of Big 6 Computers4U has announced that he will What is the task? manufacture a computer What are some topics or questions I need to designed especially for answer?
Baltimore City Public Schools Office of Humanities Technology Literacy Unit 1st DRAFT 5 Unit # : 1 Grade: Middle School Subject: Technology Literacy Technology Systems teenagers. You have What information will I need? been hired to be part of the team to create an As a class complete a KWL chart advertising campaign for the new computer. Introduce the vocabulary list, have the students BIG 6 add words to the list. Students must use the words in their ads. 1. Task Definition 1.1 Define the information problem 1.2 Identify information needed (to solve the information problem)
Exploring Computers Outer Hardware Step 2. Information Review with students how to evaluate web sites. Website criteria Seeking Strategies http://www.ih.k12.oh.us/esmedia/Lessons_With_ http://www.library.cornell.edu/olinuris/ 2.1 Determine all Mrs_Welsh_websites_to_evaluate_look_at_the.h ref/webcrit.html possible sources tm sample sites to evaluate (brainstorm) 2.2 Select the best Students prepare a working bibliography Citation Makers: sources O.P.E.N. Oregon Public Education Network Clearinghouse http://www.openc.k12.or.us/citeintro/ci teintro.php?Grd=Sec Citation Machine http://citationmachine.net/index2.php? reqstyleid=1 EasyBib (free for MLA citation style) http://www.easybib.com/ 21st Century Information Fluency Baltimore City Public Schools Office of Humanities Technology Literacy Unit 1st DRAFT 6 Unit # : 1 Grade: Middle School Subject: Technology Literacy Technology Systems MLA Citation Wizards http://21cif.com/tools/cite/mla/index.ht ml Step 3 Location and Note Taking Access Students select note taking graphic organizer that 3.1 Locate sources works for them. They are to complete the (intellectually and organizer in Word. physically) 3.2 Find information within sources Step 4. Use of Using the graphic organizer students plan their Information ad campaign. Students can work in groups to 4.1 Engage (e.g., read, create a complete campaign with multiple ads. hear, view, touch) 4.2 Extract relevant information Step 5. Synthesis Students present the ad they have created for the 5.1 Organize from newly designed computer. multiple sources 5.2 Present the information Step 6. Evaluation Students complete a self- assessment of their 6.1 Judge the product final product and how they (effectiveness) 6.2 Judge the process (efficiency) DIFFERENTIATION
Accommodations Arts Integration Classroom Management G.A.T.E./Enrichment Graphic Organizers
Library Integration Reading Strategies Teacher Definitions Technology Integration Vocabulary Activities
Baltimore City Public Schools Office of Humanities Technology Literacy Unit 1st DRAFT 7 Unit # : 1 Grade: Middle School Subject: Technology Literacy Technology Systems
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