| Standard |
Specifics |
Software/Hardware |
| Keyboarding | Continue to work for speed (goal = 25 gross words per minute) and accuracy. |
Mavis Beacon |
| Writing Tools | Publish a variety of documents that demonstrate an understanding of the ClarisWorks word processing & drawing program. | ClarisWorks (word processing, drawing) |
| Multimedia Tools | Create a multi page multimedia which include three or more media components and links between key ideas. | Kid Pix Studio Deluxe Superprint Deluxe mPower Ofoto & Scanner Digital Camera |
| Information Tools | Locate and retrieve data and images from the internet. Use email to communicate. Demonstrate an understanding of the Cheshire LAN & WAN. | Compton's Online Encyclopedia. Internet Cheshire Local Area Network Cheshire Wide Area Network |
| Numeric Tools | Use a spreadsheet and appropriate technology tools to facilitate problem solving and for recording and graphing data. | ClarisWorks (spreadsheet) |
| Reading Tools | Develop reading proficiency and a life long appreciation of reading. | Accelerated Reader |
| Curriculum Tools | Use appropriate software to support integration throughout the curriculum and develop critical thinking skills. | Any and all appropriate |