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1 Chapter 126 TEKS for Technology Applications What is Chapter 126? Chapter 126 outlines the skill levels that have to be achieved by all Texas students per year through the 8 th grade. Since many schools are in the process of phasing out technology foundation courses, the task of helping our students to become more technosavvy has been left to the regular classroom teacher. In addition, TEA also expects all Texas teachers to have all of the skill levels listed in the Technology Application TEKS up to 8 th grade. The Technology Applications TEKS is divided into four major strands to included foundations, information acquisition, work in solving problems, and communication. Chapter 126 Technology Applications s What is Included Foundations Technology-related terms Technology concepts Data input strategies Make informed decisions about technologies and their applications Information Identification of task requirements Acquisition Plan for using search strategies Use of technology to access, analyze, and evaluate Work in Solving Problems required information Use technology appropriate for the task Synthesize knowledge Create a solution Evaluate the results Communication Communicate information in different formats Communicate information to diverse audiences Use a variety of technologies to communicate Analyze and evaluate the results

2 Kindergarten 2 nd Grade Foundations Information Acquisition Use appropriate technology terminology Start and exit applications Create, name and save files Use appropriate networking terminology o On-line o Network o Password Access remote equipment on a network (Printer) Use input devices o Mouse o Keyboard o Disk drive o Modem o Voice/sound recorder o Digital video o CD-ROM o Touch screen Use and demonstrating proper keyboarding techniques for alphabetic, numeric, punctuation, and symbol keys Produce documents, proofread, and correct errors Use appropriate language skills Follow acceptable use policies when using computers Model respect of intellectual property Apply keyword searches to acquire information Select appropriate strategies to navigate and access information Acquire information including text, audio, video and graphics Use on-line help Determine success of strategies used to acquire electronic information Determine usefulness and appropriateness of digital information

3 Kindergarten 2 nd Grade Solving Problems Communication Use programs with audio, video and graphics to enhance learning Use appropriate software such as word processing and multimedia to express ideas and solve problems Use communication tools to participate in group projects Use electronic tools and research skills to build a knowledge base regarding topic, task, or assignment Use software features such as on-line help to evaluate work progress Use software features, such as slide show previews, to evaluate final product Use font attributes, color, white space, and graphics appropriate for defined audience and are appropriate for the communication media Publish information in a variety of media Publish information in a variety of media to include a printed copy, stored files, video or to the monitor Select representative products to be collected and stored in electronic evaluation tool Evaluate product for relevance to the assignment or task

4 3 rd 5 th Grade Foundations Use appropriate technology terminology Save and delete files Use menu options and commands Work with more than one application Identify and describe characteristics of digital input, processing, and output Delineate and make necessary adjustments regarding compatibility issues such as digital file formats and crosss platform connectivity Access remote equipment on a network (Printer) Use input devices o Mouse o Keyboard o Disk drive o Modem o Voice/sound recorder o Digital video o CD-ROM o Touch screen Use and demonstrating proper keyboarding techniques for alphabetic, numeric, punctuation, and symbol keys Produce documents, proofread, and correct errors Use appropriate language skills Demonstrate appropriate speed on short timed exercises Follow acceptable use policies when using computers Model respect of intellectual property

5 3 rd 5 th Grade Information Acquisition Solving Problems Apply appropriate electronic searches to acquire information to include keyword and Boolean search strategies Select appropriate strategies to navigate and access information on local area networks (LANs) and wide are networks (WANs) including the Internet and intranet for research and resource sharing Acquire information including text, audio, video and graphics Use on-line help Apply critical analysis to resolve information conflicts and validate information Determine success of strategies used to acquire electronic information Determine usefulness and appropriateness of digital information use software programs with audio, video, and graphics to enhance learning experiences use appropriate software to express ideas and solve problems including the use of word processing, graphics, databases, spreadsheets, simulations, and multimedia use a variety of data types including text, graphics, digital audio, and video use interactive technology environments, such as simulations, electronic science or mathematics laboratories, virtual museum field trips, or on-line interactive lessons, to manipulate information use communication tools to participate in group projects participate with electronic communities as a learner, initiator, contributor, or mentor use software features, such as on-line help, to evaluate work progress use software features, such as slide show previews, to evaluate final product

6 3 rd 5 th Grade Communication use font attributes, color, white space, and graphics to ensure that products are appropriate for the defined audience use font attributes, color, white space, and graphics to ensure that products are appropriate for the communication media including multimedia screen displays, Internet documents, and printed materials. use font attributes, color, white space, and graphics to ensure that products are appropriate for the communication media including multimedia screen displays, Internet documents, and printed materials use appropriate applications including, but not limited to, spreadsheets and databases to develop charts and graphs by using data from various sources publish information in a variety of media including, but not limited to, printed copy, monitor display, Internet documents, and video use presentation software to communicate with specific audiences. select representative products to be collected and stored in an electronic evaluation tool evaluate the product for relevance to the assignment or task create technology assessment tools to monitor progress of project such as checklists, timelines, or rubrics.

7 6 th -8 th Grade Foundations demonstrate knowledge and appropriate use of operating systems, software applications, and communication and networking components compare, contrast, and appropriately use the various input, processing, output, and primary/secondary storage devices demonstrate the ability to select and use software for a defined task according to quality, appropriateness, effectiveness, and efficiency delineate and make necessary adjustments regarding compatibility issues including, but not limited to, digital file formats and cross platform connectivity use technology terminology appropriate to the task perform basic software application functions including, but not limited to, opening an application program and creating, modifying, printing, and saving documents explain the differences between analog and digital technology systems and give examples of each use terminology related to the Internet appropriately including, but not limited to, electronic mail ( ), Uniform Resource Locators (URLs), electronic bookmarks, local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), World Wide Web (WWW) page, and HyperText Markup Language (HTML) compare and contrast LANs, WANs, Internet, and intranet demonstrate proficiency in the use of a variety of input devices such as mouse/track pad, keyboard, microphone, digital camera, printer, scanner, disk/disc, modem, CD-ROM, or joystick demonstrate keyboarding proficiency in technique and posture while building speed use digital keyboarding standards for data input such as one space after punctuation, the use of em/en dashes, and smart quotation marks develop strategies for capturing digital files while conserving memory and retaining image quality

8 6 th -8 th Grade Foundations discuss copyright laws/issues and model ethical acquisition and use of digital information, citing sources using established methods demonstrate proper etiquette and knowledge of acceptable use while in an individual classroom, lab, or on the Internet and intranet describe the consequences regarding copyright violations including, but not limited to, computer hacking, computer piracy, intentional virus setting, and invasion of privacy identify the impact of technology applications on society through research, interviews, and personal observation demonstrate knowledge of the relevancy of technology to future careers, life-long learning, and daily living for individuals of all ages use strategies to locate and acquire desired information on LANs and WANs, including the Internet, intranet, and collaborative software apply appropriate electronic search strategies in the acquisition of information including keyword and Boolean search strategies identify, create, and use files in various formats such as text, bitmapped/vector graphics, image, video, and audio files demonstrate the ability to access, operate, and manipulate information from secondary storage and remote devices including CD-ROM/laser discs and on-line catalogs use on-line help and other documentation determine and employ methods to evaluate the electronic information for accuracy and validity resolve information conflicts and validate information through accessing, researching, and comparing data; demonstrate the ability to identify the source, location, media type, relevancy, and content validity of available information

9 6 th -8 th Grade Solving Problems plan, create, and edit documents created with a word processor using readable fonts, alignment, page setup, tabs, and ruler settings create and edit spreadsheet documents using all data types, formulas and functions, and chart information; plan, create, and edit databases by defining fields, entering data, and designing layouts appropriate for reporting demonstrate proficiency in the use of multimedia authoring programs by creating linear or non-linear projects incorporating text, audio, video, and graphics create a document using desktop publishing techniques including, but not limited to, the creation of multi-column or multi-section documents with a variety of text-wrapped frame formats differentiate between and demonstrate the appropriate use of a variety of graphic tools found in draw and paint applications integrate two or more productivity tools into a document including, but not limited to, tables, charts and graphs, graphics from paint or draw programs, and mail merge use interactive virtual environments, appropriate to level, such as virtual reality or simulations use technical writing strategies to create products such as a technical instruction guide use foundation and enrichment curricula in the creation of products participate with electronic communities as a learner, initiator, contributor, and teacher/mentor complete tasks using technological collaboration such as sharing information through on-line communications use groupware, collaborative software, and productivity tools to create products use technology in self-directed activities by sharing products for defined audiences

10 6 th -8 th Grade Solving Problems Communication integrate acquired technology applications skills, strategies, and use of the word processor, database, spreadsheet, telecommunications, draw, paint, and utility programs into the foundation and enrichment curricula design and implement procedures to track trends, set timelines, and review/evaluate progress for continual improvement in process and product resolve information conflicts and validate information through research and comparison of data use productivity tools to create effective document files for defined audiences such as slide shows, posters, multimedia presentations, newsletters, brochures, or reports demonstrate the use of a variety of layouts in a database to communicate information appropriately including horizontal and vertical layouts create a variety of spreadsheet layouts containing descriptive labels and page settings demonstrate appropriate use of fonts, styles, and sizes, as well as effective use of graphics and page design to effectively communicate match the chart style to the data when creating and labeling charts publish information in a variety of ways including, but not limited to, printed copy, monitor display, Internet documents, and video design and create interdisciplinary multimedia presentations for defined audiences including audio, video, text, and graphics use telecommunication tools for publishing such as Internet browsers, video conferencing, or distance learning. design and implement procedures to track trends, set timelines, and review and evaluate the product using technology tools such as database managers, daily/monthly planners, and project management tools

11 6 th -8 th Grade Communication determine and employ technology specifications to evaluate projects for design, content delivery, purpose, and audience, demonstrating that process and product can be evaluated using established criteria or rubrics select representative products to be collected and stored in an electronic evaluation tool evaluate the product for relevance to the assignment or task

Condensed Technology Application TEKS K-8. Technology Applications TEKS Foundations 126.2b1A Use appropriate technology terminology

Condensed Technology Application TEKS K-8. Technology Applications TEKS Foundations 126.2b1A Use appropriate technology terminology Complete text of TEKS at http://www.tea.state.tx.us/rules/tac/ch126toc.html Grade K-2 TEK # Foundations 126.2b1 Use of hardware, software, and their connections Technology Applications TEKS Foundations