This standard will not be taught towards until 3-4 grade curriculum.
Explain and demonstrate compliance with classroom, school rules (Acceptable Use Policy) regarding responsible use of computers and networks. (2b)
Example:
Post and discuss classroom rules and expectations for device usage.
Resources:
Tips for the One iPad Classroom: http://gazette.teachers.net/gazette/wordpress/heidi-butkus/tips-for-the-one-ipad-classroom/
Communicate and articulate basic principles of online safety. (2b)
Example:
Use NetSmartzKids monthly videos and activities with students during snack time to reinforce appropriate use of technology and online safety.
Resources:
NetSmartzKids: http://www.netsmartzkids.org/
Recognize and understand why there are rules at home and school concerning technology. (2b)- RELIGION
Example:
During a devotion or bible lesson dealing with the 4th Commandment, the teacher will discuss why it is important for students to “honor, serve and obey” their parents. This can be applied concerning technology rules at home and school.
Resources:
None
Identify and explain how technology impacts their daily lives to do things better or easier (e.g., cell phones, microwave, television, cameras, computers.) (2b)- READING/LITERATURE
Example:
While reading a book written in old times such as Little House on the Prairie, discuss with students how their life is different than the Ingalls family because of technology. Discuss the positives and negatives of the technology impact.
Resources:
None
Identify examples of how technology impacts the environment. (2b)
Example:
Have the students participate in an e-waste recycle event to raise money for a project in the classroom. A simple program can be recycling old cell phones and printer cartridges. Have the students box the materials while the teacher explains what happens with the products.
Resources:
How Kids can Help Solve e-Waste Problems?: http://www.electronicstakeback.com/how-to-recycle-electronics/resources-for-kids/
Funding Factory Recycling Program: http://www.fundingfactory.com/
Understand the difference between copying with permission and without. (2c)- ART
Example:
Throughout the school year, the teacher will be very clear with the students for situations when the students should copy exactly and when they should use their own creativity to make their own project.
Resources:
None
Understand safe and correct security procedures (e.g., password protection, privacy.) (2d)
Example:
Using NetSmartzKids, show students a video concerning passwords to better equip them for passwords and privacy of passwords.
Resources:
The Password Rap: http://www.netsmartz.org/NetSmartzKids/PasswordRap