Content Area: Technological Literacy

 

Index: 8.1B Grade 4 CPI 2

 

Standard:8.1 - Computer and Information Literacy

 

Strand: B - Application of Productivity Tools

 

Cumulative Progress Indicator: 2 - The student will recognize and practice responsible social and ethical behaviors when using technology, and understand the consequences of inappropriate use including:

·        Internet access

·        Copyrighted materials

·        On-line library resources

·        Personal security and safety issues

 

Grade: 4

 

Sample Activities:

 

·       The local landfills are full. Propose a solution which encompasses local government, local citizens and local business

 

·       Mr./Ms. Z's company has decided to relocate the employee and the family overseas. The employment opportunities exist in Australia, Brazil, China, Kenya, and Switzerland. Your family must make the decision as to the country of preference with a backup alternative. Provide a justification to the human resource department. Be prepared to negotiate a contract that meets career, financial, and personal needs.

 

·       An individual wants to select a career pathway….in an area of interest for future employment and postsecondary and lifelong learning.

 

·       Although New Jersey is well known as the Garden State, it certainly could be recognized as the Invention State. We now live in an increasing complex "global society" with demands for increased invention, design, and manufacturing to make people's lives and work more productive while meeting personal and family needs.

 

·       The behavior of sports stars and movie personalities has been called into question. Develop a system for identifying and promoting positive role models in the community.

 

·       Acceptable Use Policy: Students and parents read and have signed by both. Include information on citing information used, access to on-line research, and Internet safety. Conduct workshops on Internet safety for students and parents