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Student Skills
Student Skills
I know where the letters, numbers, spacebar, and backspace keys are.
I know how to type capital letters and special characters.
I know the functions of the trackpad.
I know how to select text or an object on the screen.
I can click, double-click, and drag objects.
Report card standard: TECH K.2 Uses a trackpad, touchscreen or mouse to select objects on the screen.
In this Topic
In this Topic
This topic is ideal for the middle or end of the year, in order to learn about the keyboard, trackpad, and practice skills.
Lesson 1: Students learn names and functions of the keyboard.
Lesson 2: Students learn about the trackpad and functions.
Lesson 3: Students practice typing and using trackpads.
Topic Task: Students practice of skills from the topic lessons.
Continued typing practice is important for students throughout the year. Recommended that students engage with these lessons, as well as practice using TypingClub.com. Practice for 10-15 minutes a few times a week can make a difference and give students more confidence and familiarity with using their Chromebook.
Lesson Notes
Lesson Notes
Names and functions of parts of the Chromebook
Letters and special characters
Slide deck intended for whole class instruction and students can follow along offline on student keyboard worksheet or with Chromebook keys.
Lesson Notes
Lesson Notes
Trackpad functions
Slide deck intended for whole class instruction and students can follow along offline. Students can still use their touchscreens in order to complete assignments, but this lesson will teach them about the trackpad.
Resources
Resources
Lesson Notes
Lesson Notes
Practice typing and trackpad use
Slide deck intended for whole class instruction, while students follow along on student assignment. Students can be encouraged to try to use the trackpad, but use of their touchscreens is still acceptable.
Resources
Resources
Topic Task Notes
Topic Task Notes
Practice typing and trackpad use
Slide deck intended for whole class support with instruction for the student task. Can be an independent task or guided practice whole class. Students can be encouraged to try to use the trackpad, but use of their touchscreens is still acceptable.
Resources
Resources
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