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Technology Standards

Basic Operations
  • Turn on a computer and login
  • Using pointing device such as a mouse to manipulate shapes, icons; click on URLs, radio buttons, checkboxes; use scroll bar
  • Use desktop icons, windows and menus to open applications and documents
  • File management saving documents
  • Explain and use age-appropriate online tools and resources
  • Keyboarding
Word Processing
  • Use a word processing application to write edit print and save simple assignments
  • Use menu /toolbar functions to format, edit and print a document
  • Highlight text, copy and paste text
  • Copy and paste images within the document to end from outside sources; Insert and size a graphic in a document
  • Proofread and edit writing using appropriate resources
Multimedia and Presentation Tools
  • Create, edit and format text on a slide
  • Create a series of slides and organize them to present research or convey an idea
  • Copy and paste or import Graphics; change their size and position on the slide
  • Use painting and drawing tools/applications to create and edit work
  • Watch online videos and use play, pause, rewind and forward buttons while taking notes
Spreadsheet (Tables/ Charts and Graphs)
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the spreadsheet as a tool to record, organize and graph information
  • Identify and explain terms and concepts related to spreadsheets. eg. cells, column, row, value, labels, chart graph
  • Enter/edit data in spreadsheets and perform calculations using formulas
  • Use mathematical symbols (eg. add, multiply, divide, exponents)
  • Use spreadsheets and other applications to make predictions, solve problems and draw conclusions
Research and Gathering Information
  • Use age appropriate technologies to locate, collect, organize content from media collection for specific purposes, citing sources
  • Perform basic searches on databases to locate information
  • Evaluate teacher - selected or self - selected internet resources in terms of their usefulness for research
  • Used content specific technology tools to gather and analyze data
  • Use Web 2.0 tools together and share information (eg. online discussions, blogs and wikis)
  • Identify and analyze the purpose of a media message (to inform, persuade and entertain)
Acceptable Use, Copyright and Plagiarism
  • Explain and demonstrate compliance with classroom, school rules regarding responsible use of computers and networks
  • Explain responsible uses of technology and digital information; describe possible consequences of the inappropriate use
  • Explain fair use guidelines for the use of copyrighted materials and give credit to Media creators
  • Identify and explain the strategies for the safe and effect efficient use of computers ( eg passwords, virus protection software, spam filters, pop up blockers)
  • Demonstrates safe email practices, recognition of the potentially public exposure of email and appropriate email etiquette
  • Identify cyberbullying and describe strategies to deal with such a situation
  • Recognize and describe the potential risks and dangers associated with various forms of online communication
Communication and Collaboration
  • Works collaboratively online with other students under teacher supervision
  • Use a variety of age - appropriate technologies to communicate and exchange ideas
  • Create projects that use text and various forms of Graphics, audio and video to communicate ideas
  • Use teacher developed guidelines to evaluate multimedia presentations for organization, content, design, presentation and appropriateness of citations ​
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Math

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Typing

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Mouse Skills

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  • Home
  • ABOUT
    • Welcome Message
    • General Information >
      • School's History
      • School's Vision
      • Location
      • Child Protection
      • Parent - Student Handbook
    • Administration
    • Administrative Staff
    • Faculty >
      • Elementary
      • Secondary
      • Student Support Specialists
      • Specialists
    • Accreditation
    • Associations
    • Graduate Profile
    • Employment
  • ADMISSIONS
    • Procedures and Restrictions
    • Forms
    • Tuition and Fees
    • Supply List
  • ACADEMICS
    • Curriculum
    • Alma
    • Library
    • Elementary >
      • Grade 1
      • Grade 2
      • Grade 3
      • Grade 4
      • Grade 5
      • ES Specials
      • ES Chinese Language
    • Secondary >
      • High School >
        • High School English
        • High School Mathematics
        • High School Science
        • High School Specials
        • High School Social Studies
      • Middle School >
        • Middle School English
        • Middle School Mathematics
        • Middle School Science
        • Middle School Social Studies
        • Middle School Specials
      • World Languages
    • Student Support Specialists >
      • Learning Support
      • English as an Additional Language
      • Social Emotional Support
      • Counseling
      • College/Career Prep
  • AST COMMUNITY
    • AST Family >
      • Forms
    • AST Awards
    • Calendars and Daily Schedule
    • Covid-19 Update
    • Upcoming Events
    • School Lunch & Bus Services
    • Clubs and Sports Schedule
    • ASTPA (Parent Association)
    • Board
  • ACTIVITIES
    • Clubs and Sports
    • TAIMUN & Model United Nations
    • Robotics
    • STUGO (Student Government)
    • Service Learning Opportunities
  • Contact Us