4th Grade and Technology
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The focus of computer use in 4th Grade is to introduce a variety of software and continue to develop independent use of computers. The goal is to:
- Foster ethical, moral, and safe computer use
- Learn to use and care for hardware properly
- Introduce basic hardware and software troubleshooting skills
- Build an awareness of the uses of technology in society
- Use touch keyboarding regularly
- Strengthen academic development through use of software programs
- Use application programs like AppleWorks, Kid Pix, Print Shop and HyperStudiio to demonstrate knowledge
- Develop visual literacy awareness for presentations
- Develop basic Internet research skills
- Explore uses for technology as a problem-solving and decision-making tool
Sample Projects
Works of Mercy presentations
Page last updated on April 9, 2010
