Course Title: Computer Essentials

Unit: Computer Basics (5 Hours)

The student will:

Content
Standard(s) and 1. Exhibit proper use of basic computer components, including hardware, operating systems, software, file management, and network
Depth of functions.
Knowledge 2. Demonstrate correct procedures for basic computer and printer maintenance, including routine hardware and software problem solving.
Level(s): Examples: changing printer cartridge, replenishing paper, scanning disk, defragmenting disk, clearing paper jam

The student will:

Learning 1. Identify computer components.

Examples: hardware, operating systems, software
Objective(s) and
2. Demonstrate electronic file management skills
Depth of 3. Describe networked computer functions
Knowledge Examples: security, file sharing, collaboration, centralized database
Level(s): 4. Demonstrate basic computer and printer preventive maintenance
Examples: changing printer cartridge, replenishing paper, scanning disk, defragmenting disk, clearing paper jam

Essential What criteria should a person or business use in selecting hardware and software in various environments? Why are these
Question(s): criteria important?

Suggested Instructional Activities Rigor & Suggested Materials, Equipment and

Content Knowledge
Relevance Framework (Quadrant) Technology Resources
1. Computer Basics
a. Computer Components Graphic Organizer Computer
i. Hardware Games LCD Projector
Research Textbook
ii. Operating Systems
Laboratory Worksheets
iii. Software Lecture Internet

b. File Management Lecture Textbook

Demonstration Computer
Guided practice LCD Projector
 Demonstration Computer
Guided practice LCD Projector
c. Network Functions
Experiments Presentation Software
Collaborative Learning

Experiments Computer
d. Preventative Maintenance and Think-Pair-Share Software
Problem Solving Laboratory Demonstration Cleaning Supplies
Guided practice Maintenance Checklist
i. Printer Cartridge
Experiments
ii. Replenishing Paper
iii. Scanning Disk
iv. Defragmenting
v. Paper Jams

Unit
Teacher Observations, Performances, Test, Checklists, Rubrics, Online Activities, Scenarios, Oral Presentations
Assessment:

Unit/Course Students prepare for competitive event.

CTSO Activity: Students present computer safety presentation to another group (i.e. middle school, faculty meeting, civic organization, etc.)

Unit/Course
Culminating
Product:

Course/Program Credential(s): Credential Certificate Postsecondary Degree University Degree Other:

 Course Title: Computer Essentials

Unit: Software Application (50 Hours)

The student will:

3. Demonstrate correct data input techniques with acceptable speed and accuracy.
Example: touch method
4. Utilize word processing skills, including creating page layout, proofreading, editing, printing, and saving.
5. Use spreadsheet software to create, save, open, edit, and print a workbook or worksheet.
 •  Utilizing formulas for problem solving applicable to a spreadsheet
Content Standard(s)  •  Creating charts to interpret spreadsheet data
and Depth of 6. Create a database file.
Knowledge Level(s): Examples: tables, reports, forms, queries
7. Demonstrate procedures for creating, saving, retrieving, and delivering multimedia presentations.
8. Demonstrate use of the Internet in business.
Examples: research, travel, correspondence, advertisement

Identifying misuses of the Internet in business

Examples: slamming, spamming, flaming

The student will:

5. Input data using the touch method.
6. Create and format professional word processing documents and correspondence.
7. Utilize formulas for problem solving applicable to a spreadsheet.
Learning Objective(s) 8. Create charts to interpret spreadsheet data.
and Depth of 9. Utilize a database to create tables, reports, forms, and queries.
Knowledge Level(s): 10. Create and present multimedia presentations.
11. Analyze how businesses use the Internet for research, travel, correspondence, and advertisement.
12. Identify misuses of the Internet in business.
Examples: slamming, spamming, flaming

Essential Question(s): How do software applications simplify data commonly used in business settings? Why is this important?

Suggested Instructional Activities Rigor Suggested Materials, Equipment and

Content Knowledge
& Relevance Framework (Quadrant) Technology Resources
 2. Software Application
a. Data Input Lecture Textbook
i. Touch method Demonstration Computer
Guided practice LCD Projector
Work Based Learning Templates
Portfolio Internet
Laboratory Worksheets
Printer
Word Processing Demonstration Computers
ii. Create, edit, print, and save documents Research LCD Projector
iii. Proofreading Laboratory Internet
Simulations Printer
Project Based Learning
Spreadsheet Applications Lecture Computers
Create, edit, print, and save worksheets and workbooks Demonstration LCD Projector
Write formulas Guided practice Textbook
Create charts Simulations Worksheets
Worksheets
Problem Based Learning

Lecture Computers
Database Files Demonstration LCD Projector
iv. Design, create, and edit databases Guided practice Textbook
v. Query data Problem Based Learning
vi. Create reports

Lecture Textbook
Demonstration Computer
Presentation Applications
Guided practice LCD Projector
vii. Design, create, edit, and deliver
Problem Based Learning Internet
presentations Collaborative Learning Presentation Software
Research

Lecture Textbook
Problem Based Learning Computer
Internet Use in Business Collaborative Learning LCD Projector
viii. Purpose of Use Research Internet
 1. Research KWHL
2. Travel Laboratory
3. Correspondence
4. Advertisement
ix. Misuse
1. Slamming
2. Spamming
3. Flaming

Unit/Course Students prepare for competitive event.

CTSO Activity: Students format and key document for other groups (i.e. city, faculty, civic organization, etc.)
Students analyze data (such as test scores) for the school or district.
Students will utilize the Internet to publish information about the Career Tech program or CTSO.
Students create and deliver commerce and information technology curriculum–related content to an audience.

Students will use a variety of software applications to create their career plan. It should include, but is not limited to, word
Unit/Course processed documents (resumes, cover letters, etc.), charts created with spreadsheet software (explaining career trends), and a
Culminating Product: presentation on the career.

Course/Program Credential(s): Credential Certificate Postsecondary Degree University Degree Other:

 Course Title: Computer Essentials

Unit: Career Opportunities (5 Hours)

Content
Standard(s) and The student will:
Depth of
9. Utilize research results to determine career and entrepreneurial opportunities, responsibilities, and educational and credentialing
Knowledge requirements in entry-level information technology professions.
Level(s):

Learning The student will:

Objective(s) and
Depth of 1. Determine factors to be considered in developing an effective career plan and procedures for obtaining employment.
Knowledge 2. Use terminology commonly associated with commerce and information technology.
Level(s):

Essential How are self assessments beneficial in career planning? What is your self assessment ranking and how will it help you in the
Question(s): future?

Suggested Instructional Activities Rigor & Suggested Materials, Equipment and

Content Knowledge
Relevance Framework (Quadrant) Technology Resources
b. Evaluate careers in commerce and
information technology Interest Inventories
Career Research Computer
i. Opportunities Lecture LCD Projector
Portfolio Internet
ii. Responsibilities Group Investigations Presentation Software
SWOT Analysis Supplies
iii. Educational and Oral Presentations
credentialing requirements Vanity Plate
Unit
Research Papers, Test, Online Activities, Portfolio, Oral Presentations, Journal Reflections
Assessment:

Unit/Course Students prepare for competitive event.

CTSO Activity: Students present career presentations to other classes in the school and provide copies to the media center.

Unit/Course Students create a portfolio based on the career of their choice.

Culminating
Product:

Course/Program Credential(s): Credential Certificate Postsecondary Degree University Degree Other:

 Course Title: Computer Essentials

Unit: Technology (5 Hours)

Content
Standard(s) and The student will:
Depth of
Knowledge 10. Analyze information technology for its impact on society.
Level(s):

Learning
Objective(s) and The student will:
Depth of
Knowledge 1. Assess the social, environmental, and political impact of technology.
Level(s):

Essential Why should society be concerned with the impact of technology? What are some of the impacts technology may have in the
Question(s): future?

Suggested Instructional Activities Rigor & Suggested Materials, Equipment and

Content Knowledge
Relevance Framework (Quadrant) Technology Resources
3. Technology
Impact on Society
Social Current Issues Textbook
Environmental Case Studies Periodicals
Political Four Corners Computer
Lecture LCD Projector
Listen, Think, Pair, Share Internet
Research Guest Speaker
Guest Speaker Videos
Unit
Research Projects, Debates, Online Activities, Scenarios, Oral Presentations, Worksheets
Assessment:

Unit/Course Students prepare for competitive event.

CTSO Activity:

Unit/Course
Culminating
Product:

Course/Program Credential(s): Credential Certificate Postsecondary Degree University Degree Other:

 Course Title: Computer Essentials

Unit: Ethics (5 Hours)

Content The student will:

Standard(s) and
Depth of 11. Describe ethical considerations resulting from technological advances.
Knowledge Examples: hacking, privacy, restricted sites, copyright and intellectual property rights, viruses, consequences, misuse
Level(s):

Learning The student will:

Objective(s) and
1. Recognize and assess the impact of hacking, privacy, restricted sites, copyright and intellectual property rights, viruses, and the
Depth of
consequences of misuse.
Knowledge
Level(s):

Essential How do emerging technologies and innovations affect your cultural, social, economic, environmental, and political life?
Question(s):

Suggested Instructional Activities Rigor & Suggested Materials, Equipment and

Content Knowledge
Relevance Framework (Quadrant) Technology Resources

Ethics Current Issues

Hacking Research
Case Studies Computer
Privacy LCD Projector
Restricted sites Four Corners
KWHL Periodicals
Copyright and intellectual property rights Internet
Viruses Think, Pair, Share
Consequences of misuse
Unit
Research Projects, Debate, Case Studies
Assessment:

Unit/Course Students prepare for competitive event.

CTSO Activity: Students will attend a court case relating to ethics (if possible).

Unit/Course
Culminating
Product:

Course/Program Credential(s): Credential Certificate Postsecondary Degree University Degree Other: