Educational Technology Standards The intent of teaching technology is to help students become more efficient in using technology tools to enhance and support learning. Technology Literacy is the ability to responsibly, creatively and effectively use appropriate technology to: Communicate. Access, collect, manage, integrate and evaluate information. Solve problems and create solutions Build and share knowledge. Improve and enhance learning in all subject areas and experiences. Technology Fluency is demonstrated when students: Apply technology to real-world experiences. Adapt to changing technologies. Modify current and create new technologies. Personalize technology to meet personal needs, interests and learning style. Technology Grading Technology skills are assessed and graded in two areas in Kindergarten through 6 th grade and included on student report cards: EALR 1 Integration Students use technology within all content areas to collaborate, communicate, generate innovative ideas, investigate and solve problems. EALR 2 Digital Citizenship Students demonstrate a clear understanding of technology systems and operations and practice safe, legal and ethical behavior. The attached grade level specific technology skills are the small steps that lead students to mastering the two main learning standards. The skills are divided into three groups: Skills that are introduced at this grade level Skills that are developed or practiced at this grade level Skills that are assessed for proficiency
1.1.1.c 1.1.1.d 1.1.2.b 1.3.1.b 1.3.2.a 2.1.1.a 2.1.2.b 2.2.1.d 2.2.1.e 2.2.1.f 2.2.1.g 2.2.2.a 2.2.2.b 2.2.2.c 2.3.1.a 2.3.1.b Introduce I will be able to create digital audio recordings using technology. (Example: PowerPoint, MovieMaker, PhotoStory, StoryBird, Vocaroo, and/or Windows Sound Recorder, etc.) I will be able to modify teacher created slides using presentation software. (Example: PowerPoint, Smart Notebook, etc.) I will be able to explore and describe patterns from data in spreadsheets or tables. I will be able to use digital templates, graphic organizers and/or storyboards to record questions and plan investigations. I will be able to gather information from research using teacher selected, digital tools. I will be able to discuss and recognize danger in sharing personal information online: password, name, address, phone number or picture. I will be able to show respect for opinions and work of others posted electronically. I will be able to locate, identify and use: Enter, Escape, Spacebar, Shift, Arrows, and Backspace. I will be able to demonstrate correct posture while using the keyboard. I will be able to locate, identify, and use letter, number, and punctuation keys. I will be able to use basic file commands. (Example: Save, Open, Print, Save As, etc.) I will be able to use digital equipment effectively. Digital equipment can include: document cameras, digital still camera, digital video camera, microphones, headphones, computers, mobile devices, student response systems (clickers), microscopes, pedometers, interactive whiteboards, calculators, etc. I will be able to ask for help and/or troubleshoot common technology related problems. (Example: disconnected cables, caps lock, num lock, etc.) I will be able to turn on speakers, mute, and adjust volume using speaker icon in system tray. I will be able to open and close applications. I will be able to add and resize graphics and text boxes in a project. (Example: clipart, photos, etc.) 1st Grade s 1.1.1.b 1.2.1.a 1.2.2.a 1.3.1.a 1.3.3.a 1.3.4.a 2.2.1.b 2.2.1.c 2.3.2.a Develop I will be able to organize objects and ideas using: digital drawing tools, digital templates and graphic organizers, brainstorming/mind mapping software. (Example: Smart Notebook, MSPaint, drawing apps, Inspiration/Kidspiration, spreadsheet, etc.) I will be able to use digital drawing tools and presentation software collaboratively to express ideas. I will be able to access content related digital images, digital stories, audio and video to develop cultural understanding. I will be able to access digital content (audio, video) to build background knowledge and investigate topics. I will be able to use digital templates and graphic organizers to analyze information. I will be able to use a document camera to explain/explore a variety of solutions. I will be able to use left hand on the left side of the keyboard and right hand on the right side of the keyboard simultaneously with thumb on spacebar. I will be able to identify the following components: CPU/computer, monitor, mouse /touchpad, speakers, keyboard, headphones/earbuds, microphone. I will be able to navigate to and use teacher selected websites. 1.1.1.a 2.1.2.a 2.2.1.a Proficient/Assess I will be able to organize objects and ideas using a document camera. I will be able to understand and comply with the District Acceptable Use Guidelines. I will be able to properly use a mouse and/or touchpad: single and double click, drag and drop.
Spokane Public Schools 2016 Summer STEM Camps ROBOTICS LEGO Robotics 1: Force and Motion LEGO Robotics 2: Motors, Sensors, and Programming LEGO Robotics 3: Mindstorms Advanced Robotics: Change the World Underwater Robotics Two weeks COMPUTER DESIGN AND PROGRAMMING Make My Game Coding Real World Applications: Raspberry Pi Camp Two weeks Real World Applications: Arduino Two weeks L.E.D. NATION L.E.D. Nation: Squishy Circuits L.E.D. Nation: Wearable Tech Flashy, Sassy Science Monday Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Week 1: July 11-14 Week 2: July 18-21 Week 3: July 25-28 Week 4: August 1-4 Regular Camp Fee: $80 2-Week Camp Fee: $160 USDA Breakfast and Lunch Program offered at camp. Breakfast begins at 8:00, camp will officially start at 8:30. Scholarships available upon request. VIDEO CONSTRUCTION Video Construction Beginner and Advanced Stop-Action Animation Beginner and Advanced ENGINEERING AND PHYSICS 3D Design and Printing Kids Love Physics BIOMEDICAL Camp Crime Scene Two weeks Registration is open now to all K-8 students in the Eastern Washington region! For more information and enrollment, visit www.spokaneschools.org/summerstemcamps or call 509-354-4648