Draft - Advanced Computer Applications

(year-long course)

8/14/00

1. The student operates the computer and its components.

• 1.1 Identifies main hardware components and demonstrates responsibility in equipment use and care (printer, mouse, keyboard, floppy disk, RAM, and hard drive).
• 1.2 Saves and prints to multiple locations
  • selects a printer from a variety of print options of print locations
  • uses "save as" to save a document to multiple locations and changes the file name.
• 1.3 Uses navigation skills.
  • locates files on network and hard drive
• 1.4 Uses computer organization skills
  • understands and uses virus protection software when downloading or transferring documents.
• 1.5 Reads, interprets, and follows directions or documentation concerning and operation of software and hardware.
  • follows directions in manuals/books regarding operation of software and hardware.

2. The student uses a variety of technology tools to communicate effectively.

• 2.1 Creates, publishes, and communicates ideas using multimedia tools.
  • creates and demonstrates a multimedia presentation using slides (including links, borders, and backgrounds), imported video and graphics.
• 2.2 Uses the Internet to locate information.
  • uses specific subjects and keywords within a search engine
  • uses information from Internet sites (text, graphics, tables,etc.)

3. The student will use technology to maximize productivity and effectiveness.

• 3.1 Develops keyboarding skills.
  • continues to develop proper keyboarding skills through daily use
• 3.2 Produces documents using a word processor.
  • uses editing functions such as cut and paste, find and replace, etc.
  • creates a document with tables and column headings.
• 3.3 Uses a database to obtain information and maintain records.
  • designs and creates a database using different report formats
  • uses advanced search techniques.
• 3.4 Uses a spreadsheet.
  • creates a spreadsheet, enters information, and formats the information
  • creates formulas and uses spreadsheet functions
  • creates a chart to display graphical information.

4. The student demonstrates understanding of the benefits, limitations, and responsibilities related to technology use.

• 4.1 Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the influences of technology at home, school, and within the community.
  • generalizes technology skills from one application or platform to another.
  • identifies career opportunities in technology.
• 4.2 Demonstrates critical thinking skills and ethical responsibility as applied to electronic information.
  • distinguishes between fact, bias, and point of view when using electronic information.
  • identifies and explains software copyright laws.
  • understands and applies criteria for developing the credibility of a web site.
  • properly cites information taken from the Internet or other electronic resources.