C/T5.1 The student will demonstrate a basic understanding of computer theory
including bits, bytes, and binary logic.
C/T5.2 The student will develop basic technology skills.Develop a basic
technology vocabulary that includes cursor, software, memory, disk drive,
hard drive, and CD-ROM. Select and use technology appropriate to tasks.
Develop basic keyboarding skills. Operate peripheral devices. Apply
technologies to strategies for problem solving and critical thinking.
C/T5.3 The student will process, store, retrieve, and transmit electronic
information.
-Use search strategies to retrieve electronic information using
databases, CD-ROMs, videodiscs, and telecommunications.
-Use electronic encyclopedias, almanacs, indexes, and catalogs.
-Use local and wide-area networks and modem-delivered services to access
information from electronic databases.
-Describe advantages and disadvantages of various computer
processing, storage, retrieval, and transmission techniques.
C/T5.4 The student will communicate through application software. Create a 1-
2 page document using word processing skills, writing process steps, and
publishing programs. Use simple computer graphics and integrate graphics
into word-processed documents. Create simple databases and spreadsheets to
manage information and create reports. Use local and worldwide network
communication systems.