NAC389.2424. Kindergarten through second grade: Technology and computers.

Instruction in kindergarten through the second grade in technology and computers must be designed so that pupils meet the following performance standards by the completion of the second grade:

     1. For the areas of creativity and innovation, demonstrate creative thinking, build knowledge and develop innovative products and processes using technology, as demonstrated by the ability of the pupil to:

     (a) Use digital tools to brainstorm and organize ideas;

     (b) Create an original work using a variety of digital tools to demonstrate personal or group expression;

     (c) With assistance from the teacher, use digital models and simulations; and

     (d) Identify patterns and predict possibilities in data from the classroom using digital tools.

     2. For the areas of communication and collaboration, use digital media and environments to communicate and work in collaboration with other pupils, including pupils outside of the classroom, to support the learning of the pupil and the learning of other pupils, as demonstrated by the ability of the pupil to:

     (a) Work in groups in the classroom to create and publish digital products;

     (b) Communicate information and ideas to other pupils and the parents of the pupil using digital text and illustrations;

     (c) Use digital resources to learn about places, persons, celebrations and maps; and

     (d) Work in a team to solve problems using digital tools.

     3. For the area of fluency of research and information, gather, evaluate and use information, as demonstrated by the ability of the pupil to:

     (a) Determine the steps necessary to answer a question using digital tools;

     (b) Identify and organize keywords and use multiple sources to answer a question;

     (c) Recognize that different sources of information and digital tools are appropriate for completing different tasks; and

     (d) Collect and display data using a variety of technological resources and report the results.

     4. For the areas of critical thinking, problem solving and decision making, use critical thinking skills to plan and conduct research, manage projects, solve problems and make informed decisions using the digital tools and resources that are appropriate for the specific task, as demonstrated by the ability of the pupil to:

     (a) Investigate a problem that arises in an everyday situation using digital resources;

     (b) Use a digital planning tool;

     (c) Use data to answer a problem that arises in an everyday situation using digital tools; and

     (d) Explore alternative solutions to and diverse perspectives on problems that arise in everyday situations using digital tools.

     5. For the area of the appropriate use of technology, understand human, cultural and societal issues relating to technology and practice legal and ethical behaviors when using technology, as demonstrated by the ability of the pupil to:

     (a) List the rules of the classroom governing the safe use of technology;

     (b) List potential dangers in digital environments and how to report situations that are potentially unsafe;

     (c) Use technologies in learning activities;

     (d) Describe how technology can enhance learning; and

     (e) Describe what it means to use technology in an appropriate manner and the responsibilities associated with using technology.

     6. For the areas of technological operations and concepts, demonstrate an understanding of technological concepts, systems and operations, as demonstrated by the ability of the pupil to:

     (a) List examples of technological tools;

     (b) Use proper techniques for basic keyboarding skills;

     (c) Use software that is appropriate for the age of the pupil;

     (d) Demonstrate proper care of equipment; and

     (e) Use routine procedures for the technological tools in the classroom.

     (Added to NAC by Bd. of Education by R008-10, eff. 6-30-2010)