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K–12 Standards

Technology Education (2009): Grades 3, 4, 5

Other Alabama Digital Literacy and Computer Science sets

Technology Operations and Concepts

  • 1.

    Use input and output devices of technology systems.

    1. •

      Demonstrating ergonomics relative to technology systems

    2. •

      Demonstrating correct keyboarding techniques

    3. •

      Demonstrating safe removal of storage media

  • 2.

    Use various technology applications, including word processing and multimedia software.

    1. •

      Using navigational features commonly found in technology applications

    2. •

      Identifying digital file types

  • 3.

    Identify common hardware and software problems.

    1. •

      Determining basic troubleshooting strategies to correct hardware and software problems

  • 4.

    Identify various operating systems of technology devices.

Digital Citizenship

  • 5.

    Practice safe use of technology systems and applications.

  • 6.

    Describe social and ethical behaviors related to technology use.

    1. •

      Describing the global nature of the Internet

    2. •

      Following local acceptable-use policies regarding technology

    3. •

      Identifying intrusive applications, including worms, viruses, spyware, and pop-up advertisements

  • 7.

    Explain the influence of technology on society.

Research and Information Fluency

  • 8.

    Collect information from a variety of digital sources.

    1. •

      Using technology tools to organize information

    2. •

      Demonstrating efficient Internet search strategies

    3. •

      Evaluating electronic resources for reliability based on publication date, bias, accuracy, and source credibility

  • 9.

    Use technology tools to organize, interpret, and display data.

Communication and Collaboration

  • 10.

    Use digital environments to collaborate and communicate.

    1. •

      Producing digital works collaboratively

Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision Making

  • 11.

    Use digital tools to analyze authentic problems.

Creativity and Innovation

  • 12.

    Create a product using digital tools.

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 3, Grade 4, and Grade 5
When were these standards adopted?
2009
Where can I read the official document?
Alabama Course of Study: Technology Education

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