_6th_TA-TEKS

= 6th Grade =

Create a newsletter or brochure. Use a variety of graphic tools to illustrate research, ideas, and conclusions. ||  || - demonstrate appropriate use of hardware, software, terminology, input devices, and networks - cite sources of text, images, and all digital media created by others - demonstrate compliance with the RRISD acceptable use policy** ||
 * **6th Grade Assured Experiences** || **Sample Lessons** ||  ||
 * 1. Create, save, retrieve, and edit a document in a format appropriate to a defined desktop publishing product (i.e. newsletter, brochure, resume, flyer, webpage). Demonstrate appropriate use of fonts, alignment, wrapping, styles, sizes, and graphics in the page design for effective communcation. * || ||
 * 2. Create a research product using information gathered from a variety of resources such as Internet sites, library databases, and print materials. Use appropriate keyword and Boolean (AND, OR, NOT) search strategies to acquire the information. Compare and evaluate sources and acquired information for accuracy and validity. * || ||
 * 3. Create a multimedia presentation for a defined audience. Presentations should be based on a storyboard and include elements such as sounds, transitions, effects, graphics, and animations.* || ||
 * 4. Create and edit spreadsheets that contain formulas and appropriate data types. Create graphs/charts to display results and share findings. * || ||
 * 5. Use proper keyboarding techniques for all alpha keys and demonstrate increased accuracy and speed of 20 words per minute.* || ||
 * 6. Participate in an electronic communities class activity as a learner, initiator, contributor, or mentor (i.e. blogs, wikis, etc.).* || ||
 * Other thoughts:
 * 5. Use proper keyboarding techniques for all alpha keys and demonstrate increased accuracy and speed of 20 words per minute.* || ||
 * 6. Participate in an electronic communities class activity as a learner, initiator, contributor, or mentor (i.e. blogs, wikis, etc.).* || ||
 * Other thoughts:
 * 6. Participate in an electronic communities class activity as a learner, initiator, contributor, or mentor (i.e. blogs, wikis, etc.).* || ||
 * Other thoughts:
 * Other thoughts:
 * *** For each Assured Experience students must:
 * *** For each Assured Experience students must:

=Technology TEKS for Grades 6th, 7th, and 8th=
 * (These have been vertically aligned so that 6th Grade is only responsible for what is shown in black. What is in green will be covered by 7th and/or 8th Grade.)**

(6-8.1.A) demonstrate knowledge and appropriate use of operating systems, software applications, and communication and networking components; (6-8.1.B) compare, contrast, and appropriately use the various input, processing, output, and primary/secondary storage devices; (6-8.1.C) demonstrate the ability to select and use software for a defined task according to quality, appropriateness, effectiveness, and efficiency; (6-8.1.D) delineate and make necessary adjustments regarding compatibility issues including, but not limited to, digital file formats and cross platform connectivity; (6-8.1.E) use technology terminology appropriate to the task; (6-8.1.F) perform basic software application functions including, but not limited to, opening an application program and creating, modifying, printing, and saving documents; (6-8.1.H) use terminology related to the Internet appropriately including, but not limited to, electronic mail (e-mail), Uniform Resource Locators (URLs), electronic bookmarks, World Wide Web (WWW) page, and HyperText Markup Language (HTML); and (6-8.2.A) demonstrate proficiency in the use of a variety of input devices such as mouse/track pad, keyboard, microphone, printer, scanner, disk/disc, modem, CD-ROM, or joystick; (6-8.2.B) demonstrate keyboarding proficiency in technique and posture while building speed; (6-8.2.C) use digital keyboarding standards for data input such as one space after punctuation, the use of em/en dashes, and smart quotation marks; and (6-8.2.D) develop strategies for capturing digital files while conserving memory and retaining image quality. (6-8.3.A) discuss copyright laws/issues and model ethical acquisition and use of digital information, citing sources using established methods; (6-8.3.B) demonstrate proper etiquette and knowledge of acceptable use while in an individual classroom, lab, or on the Internet and intranet; (6-8.3.C) describe the consequences regarding copyright violations including, but not limited to, computer hacking, computer piracy, intentional virus setting, and invasion of privacy; (6-8.3.D) identify the impact of technology applications on society through research, and personal observation; and (6-8.3.E) demonstrate knowledge of the relevancy of technology to life-long learning, and daily living for individuals of all ages. (6-8.4.A) use strategies to locate and acquire desired information on LANs and WANs, including the Internet, intranet, and collaborative software; and (6-8.4.B) apply appropriate electronic search strategies in the acquisition of information including keyword and Boolean search strategies. (6-8.5.A) identify, create, and use files in various formats such as text, bitmapped/vector graphics, image, video, and audio files; (6-8.5.B) demonstrate the ability to access, operate, and manipulate information from secondary storage and remote devices including CD-ROM/laser discs and on-line catalogs; and (6-8.5.C) use on-line help and other documentation. (6-8.6.A) determine and employ methods to evaluate the electronic information for accuracy and validity; (6-8.6.B) resolve information conflicts and validate information through accessing, researching, and comparing data; and (6-8.6.C) demonstrate the ability to identify the source, location, media type, relevancy, and content validity of available information. (6-8.7.A) plan, create, and edit documents created with a word processor using readable fonts, alignment, page setup, tabs, and ruler settings; (6-8.7.B) create and edit spreadsheet documents using all data types, formulas, and chart information; (6-8.7.C) plan, create, and edit databases by defining fields, entering data, and designing layouts appropriate for reporting; (6-8.7.D) demonstrate proficiency in the use of multimedia authoring programs by creating linear or non-linear projects incorporating text, audio, video, and graphics; (6-8.7.E) create a document using desktop publishing techniques including, but not limited to, the creation of multi-column or multi-section documents with a variety of text-wrapped frame formats; (6-8.7.F) differentiate between and demonstrate the appropriate use of a variety of graphic tools found in draw and paint applications; (6-8.7.G) integrate two or more productivity tools into a document including, but not limited to, tables, charts and graphs, and graphics from paint or draw programs, (6-8.7.H) use interactive virtual environments, appropriate to level, such as virtual reality or simulations; (6-8.7.I) use technical writing strategies to create products such as a technical instruction guide; and (6-8.7.J) use foundation and enrichment curricula in the creation of products. (6-8.8.A) participate with electronic communities as a learner, initiator, contributor, and teacher/mentor; (6-8.8.B) complete tasks using technological collaboration such as sharing information through on-line communications; (6-8.8.C) use groupware, collaborative software, and productivity tools to create products; (6-8.8.D) use technology in self-directed activities by sharing products for defined audiences; and (6-8.8.E) integrate acquired technology applications skills, strategies, and use of the word processor, database, spreadsheet, telecommunications, draw, paint, and utility programs into the foundation and enrichment curricula. (6-8.9.A) design and implement procedures to track trends, set timelines, and review/evaluate progress for continual improvement in process and product; and (6-8.9.B) resolve information conflicts and validate information through research and comparison of data. (6-8.10.A) use productivity tools to create effective document files for defined audiences such as slide shows, posters, multimedia presentations, newsletters, brochures, or reports; (6-8.10.D) demonstrate appropriate use of fonts, styles, and sizes, as well as effective use of graphics and page design to effectively communicate; and (6-8.10.E) match the chart style to the data when creating and labeling charts. (6-8.11.A) publish information in a variety of ways including, but not limited to, printed copy, monitor display, and video; (6-8.11.B) design and create multimedia presentations for defined audiences including audio, video, text, and graphics; and (6-8.11.C) use telecommunication tools for publishing such as Internet browsers, video conferencing, or distance learning. (6-8.12.A) design and implement procedures to track trends, set timelines, and review and evaluate the product using technology tools such as database managers, daily/monthly planners, and project management tools; (6-8.12.B) determine and employ technology specifications to evaluate projects for design, content delivery, purpose, and audience, demonstrating that process and product can be evaluated using established criteria or rubrics; (6-8.12.C) select representative products to be collected and stored in an electronic evaluation tool; and (6-8.12.D) evaluate the product for relevance to the assignment or task.