K-2+Curriculum+Checklist

Introduce these in K
 * Kindergarten**

TC.1. - discuss advantages and disadvantages of using technology TC.2 - be able to use basic menu commands to perform common operations (e.g., open, close) TC.3 - recognize and name the major hardware components in a computer system (e.g., computer, monitor, keyboard, mouse, printer) TC.4 - discuss the basic care for computer hardware and various media types (e.g., CDs, DVDs) TC.5 - use developmentally appropriate and accurate terminology when talking about technology TC.6 - understand that technology is a tool to help him/her complete a task, and is a source of information, learning, and entertainment TC. 7 - introduce the ability to navigate in virtual environments (e.g., electronic books, games, simulation software, web sites)

Reinforce Kindergarten METS in first as well.
 * 1st Grade**

CI.1 - use a variety of digital tools (e.g., word processors, drawing tools, simulations, presentation software, graphical organizers) to learn, create, and convey original ideas or illustrate concepts CC.1 - work together when using digital tools (e.g., word processor, drawing, presentation software) to convey ideas or illustrate simple concepts relating to a specified project CC.2 - use a variety of developmentally appropriate digital tools (e.g., word processors, paint programs) to communicate ideas to classmates, families, and others CT.1. - explain ways that technology can be used to solve problems (e.g., cell phones, traffic lights, GPS units)


 * 2nd Grade**

ALL OTHERS AS WELL RI.1 - interact with Internet based resources RI.2 - use digital resources (e.g., dictionaries, encyclopedias, graphs, graphical organizers) to locate and interpret information relating to a specific curricular topic, with assistance from teachers, school library media specialists, parents, or student partners CT.2. - use digital resources (e.g., dictionaries, encyclopedias, search engines, web sites) to solve developmentally appropriate problems, with assistance from teachers, parents, school media specialists, or student partners DC.1. - describe appropriate and inappropriate uses of technology (e.g., computers, Internet, e-mail, cell phones) and describe consequences of inappropriate uses DC.2. - know the Michigan Cyber Safety Initiative’s three rules (Keep Safe, Keep Away, Keep Telling) DC.3.- identify personal information that should not be shared on the Internet (e.g. name, address, phone number) DC.4 - know to inform a trusted adult if he/she receives or views an online communication which makes him/her feel uncomfortable, or if someone whom he/she doesn’t know is trying to communicate with him/her or asking for personal information