Third Grade Goals For Technology

Students will understand computer concepts and are familiar with computer terminology: difference between disk drive and hard drive, input vs. output, use of shortcuts to save and quit.

Demonstrate computer etiquette.

Keyboard with 90% accuracy at 10 words per minute.

Word processing skills: formatting, setting tab, spell check, single/double/triple spacing.

Use Painting program to create works of art. Utilize a variety of painting techniques including: perspective, transforming, multiple uses of paintbrush and shapes.

Understand the benefit of spreadsheets and how to use them. Familiar with spreadsheet terminology, create charts and math tables.

Utilize multi-media software to create a slide show with buttons and animation; inserting objects from multiple files and organizing data.

Understand Internet terms and research techniques. Familiar with World Wide Web, web browser, Internet Service Provider, search engine, key words, and safety rules.