Productivity Tools

Students use technology tools to enhance learning, increase productivity, and promote creativity.  They use productivity tools to collaborate in constructing technology--enhanced models, prepare publications, and produce other creative works.   Students develop an ability to use word processing and graphic arts functions.

I - Introduce E - Expand A - Apply
Direct instruction for basic knowledge and concept understanding. Guided practice to further learning as warranted by ability, readiness, and need. Independent application of skills to complete a project or assist others.
  Performance Indicator K 1 2 3 4 5
1 Access and launch a word processing program   I I E A A
2 Enter text I I E A A A
3 Use and understand the concept of insertion point and the cursor I I I E A A
4 Understand the concept of text/word wrap     I I A A
5 Understand and demonstrate correct use of Enter, Tab, and Space Bar     I I A A
6 Backspace and delete using the delete key   I E E A A
7 Delete, cut, copy, and past text     I I E E
8 Create and use indents       I E A
9 Adjust the format of a document (margins, text size, and format, justification, line spacing, etc...)       I E A
10 Use a spell checking feature to proof a document     I I I A
11 Use page breaks         I E
12 Use bullets and numbering, shading, and frames         I I
13 Create and manipulate tables in a word processing document         I E
14 Make notes and outline with a word processor or similar program           I
15 Use headers and footers           I
16 Create, copy, import, position, and manipulate relevant graphics into a word processing document       I I E
17 Use a "wizard" to help determine the layout and design of a document or presentation           I
18 Plan and manipulate the layout of a document       I I E
19 Save and retrieve word processed files   I I E E A
20 Use "save as" feature to create copies, new versions, templates, and different file formats for documents         I I
21 Change the print layout orientation of the project       I E E
22 Understand how technology enhances workplace skills and personal productivity       I I I