Objectives
NETS: National Education Technology Standards
T.1.2.1 1.Basic operations and concepts
1.Use keyboards and other common input and output devices (including adaptive devices when necessary)efficiently and effectively. 3 -5
T.3.2.4 3.Technology productivity tools
4. Use general purpose productivity tools and peripherals to support personal productivity, remediate skill deficits, and facilitate learning throughout the curriculum. 3 -5
T.4.2.5 4.Technology communications tools
5.Use technology tools (e.g., multimedia authoring, presentation, Web tools, digital cameras, scanners) for individual and collaborative writing, communication, and publishing activities to create knowledge products for audiences inside and outside the classroom. 3 -5
T.5.2.9 5.Technology research tools
9.Determine when technology is useful and select the appropriate tool(s) and technology resources to address a variety of tasks and problems. 3 -5
4.7 The student will write effective narratives, poems, and explanations.
a) Focus on one aspect of a topic.
b) Develop a plan for writing.
c) Organize writing to convey a central idea.
d) Write several related paragraphs on the same topic.
e) Utilize elements of style, including word choice and sentence variation.
f) Write rhymed, unrhymed, and patterned poetry.
g) Use available technology.
4.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, and sentence structure.
a) Use subject-verb agreement.
b) Include prepositional phrases.
c) Eliminate double negatives.
d) Use noun-pronoun agreement.
e) Use commas in series, dates, and addresses.
f) Incorporate adjectives and adverbs.
g) Use the articles a, an, and the correctly.
h) Use correct spelling for frequently used words, including common homophones.