STRATEGIES

1. Understand basic technology operations and concepts

2. Use technology responsibly and ethically

3. Use technology to communicate effectively and creatively

4. Use Technology for thinking, learning and producing
5. Use technology for research, problem solving and decision-making.

 

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1. Understand basic technology operations and concepts

 

1.1  Demonstrate a sound understanding of the nature and operation of tech systems, including networked environments.

Indicator	Suggested Strategies
Use appropriate terminology in describing technology	Model correct use of common technology language. Label equipment Display posters
Develop skills in basic computer operations (keyboard functions, logon, logoff, mouse techniques)	Frequent use of computers in classroom learning. Explicit modelling followed by opportunities for regular practice.
Demonstrate an understanding of concepts underlying hardware, software and how they interact.	Explicit modelling of the use of a range of hardware components and software applications followed by opportunities for regular practice (scanners, cameras, printers etc).
Navigate computer systems (organize documents into folders, move between different applications).	Explicit modelling of the process in saving to a specific location (eg personal folder on a file server). Use of data projector/large screen to demonstrate regularly. Peer tutoring to assist in process. Maintain and communicate a whole school consistent approach to file management. Flow chart the process.

 

1.2 Develop sufficient technical skills to successfully use, troubleshoot and maintain technology and telecommunications tools in daily life, work situations and learning environments.

Indicator	Suggested Strategies
Successfully operate computers, VCRs, printers, scanners, cameras and other technologies.	Model use and provide opportunities for frequent use by all students Create and display procedures and protocols for the use of technology tools
Apply strategies for identifying and solving routine hardware and software problems that occur during everyday use.	Create and display posters of basic problem solving tips and techniques.
Demonstrate and use ergonomically appropriate posture and techniques to perform tasks.	Ensure   staff and students are aware of OH&S issues surrounding use of technology

 

 

1.3  Discriminate among a variety of technologies and media to select appropriate technology for specific purposes.

Indicator	Suggested Strategies
Use multimedia resources (interactive books, software, encyclopedias) to support learning.	Provide regular use of a variety of resources, applications and tools across the KLAs Allowing students to select appropriate resources and tools for a given purpose
Select and use appropriate tools and technology resources to accomplish a variety of tasks

 

 

2. Use technology responsibly and ethically

 

2.1 Practice responsible use of technology systems, information and software.

Indicator	Suggested Strategies
Cooperate with others while using technology	Establish a Code of Conduct for Responsible & Cooperative use of technology. Flowchart, model & display procedures for file management.
Demonstrate respect for privacy and work for others
Practice responsible use of technology systems, information and software
Care for and safely operate equipment	Model safe practises and ways to care for equipment. Display procedures for care & safe use. Provide troubleshooting guides.

 

 

2.2 Understand the ethical, cultural, environmental and societal implication of technology and telecommunications

Indicator	Suggested Strategies
Demonstrate positive and ethical social behaviour when using technology (follow rules)	Establish a Code of Conduct for ethical behaviour. Students sign agreement and are made aware of the consequences of misuse.
Discuss consequences of misuse
Understands basics of information, ownership and copyright law	Inform and display examples for students to acknowledge the source of their information and images from the internet.   Develop techniques for students to reference source materials
Demonstrate the understanding of intellectual property and copyright law by properly crediting work of self and others.
Research the accuracy and relevance of information sources	Model & provide opportunities for information gathering with technology. Students use a variety of tools to sort & organise information. Compare & contrast information & sources. Determine and model the uniformed use of stage appropriate search engines, software & websites. Develop & implement a process for authenticating websites.

 

 

3. Use technology to communicate effectively and creatively

 

3.1 Use a variety of media and formats to communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences.

Indicator	Suggested Strategies
Create documents using word processing and desk top publishing software.	Explicit modelling of - word processing and desktop publishing software - spell check and editing - use of the formatting palette for advanced editing and text formatting followed by opportunities for regular practice.
Revise documents using processing program features, including spell checking.
Use advanced editing and text formatting.
Use a spreadsheet to create tables, graphs & charts and explain what each means.	Explicit modelling of the use of spreadsheets followed by opportunities for regular practice. Regular use of spreadsheets integrated into key learning areas.

 

 

3.2 Use telecommuncations to collaborate, publish and interact with peers, experts and other audiences.

Indicator	Suggested Strategies
Share information with others using data networks and telecommunications (telephone, email with class)	Explore different types of telecommunications so that students are able to select the most appropriate telecommunication method when necessary. Explicit modelling of the use of telecommunication methods followed by opportunities for regular practice. Develop and flow chart the procedures.
Communicate with others using email. Develop good habits for managing email.	Explicit modelling of the use of email followed by opportunities for regular practice. Develop and flow chart the procedure of how to manage email. Regular use of email integrated into key learning areas.

 

3.3 Create, produce and present ideas in a variety of forms, including text, video, graphics and conversation.

Indicator	Suggested Strategies
Enhance documents with graphics including clipart & original artwork, using paint, chart & draw programs.	Explict modelling of enhancing documents using - graphics - paint and drawing programs - followed by opportunites for regular practice.
Design, develop, publish and deliver presentations using technology.	Explore different types of presentation styles so that students are able to select the most appropriate presentation style when necessary. Explict modelling of a variety of presentation styles - text types - video - slideshow - graphics followed by opportunites for regular practice.

4. Use Technology for thinking, learning and producing

 

4.1 Enhance learning activities with integration of technology

Indicator	Suggested Strategies
Use a variety of media and technology resources to support learning	Plan to include a variety of media in the teaching and learning program. Develop procedures for student use of a variety of media.
Use a variety of media and technology resources for independent activities to support learning

 

 

4.2 Use computer modelling, image processing, simulations and data manipulation to develop understanding.

Indicator	Suggested Strategies
Make a graph to sort and understand information	Explicit modelling of the use of data manipulation through the construction of graphs, databases and spreadsheets. Regular use of graphs, databases and spreadsheets integrated into key learning areas.
Sort, organise, interpret, analyse  and display information using databases and spreadsheets
Use content specific tools and software to support thinking and learning	Develop student skills so they are able to select and use appropriate tools and technology resources to support their thinking and learning.

 

 

5      Use technology for research, problem solving and decision-making.

 

5.1 Use technology to locate, evaluate, collect and organise information from a variety of sources.

Indicator	Suggested Strategies
Use key words as a search strategy.	Modelling search strategies in a variety of situations to locate and gather desired data.
Use technology to locate, evaluate and collect information (electronic encyclopedias, library catalog, selected Internet sites, magazines).
Use search strategies, including logical operators, keywords and record sorting, in a prepared database.

 

 

5.2  Review information analytically and transform it into useful knowledge to solve problems.

Indicator	Suggested Strategies
Use technology to research a problem or make a decision.	Select appropriate technology and provide questions or tasks which require analysis of research information to create an answer or solution

 

 

5.3  Work with a group to collaboratively solve a problem and present results.

Indicator	Suggested Strategies
Collaborate with peers, experts and others using telecommunications and collaborative tools to investigate problems, issues and information, and to develop solutions.	Provide opportunities for students to interact with others via electronic means