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Welcome to Computer Lab! 

Computer Lab Rules:

1.  Keep your hands in your lap until instructions are given.

2.  Raise your hand for permission to speak.

 

Every student comes to the lab for 1 hour a week except for Pre-K.  Pre-K get 30 minutes.

 

Here is a synopsis of computer lab curriculum:

PRE-K - They will learn to use a mouse, connect to the internet and use STARFALL, ABCYA, and PBSKIDS.  They will learn vocabulary regarding computer. They will learn to log in to a computer.

K - Initially, they will learn to operate the mouse using Bailey's Book House, Millie's Math House, Sammy's Science House, and Trudy's Time and Place House.  They will learn to log on the computer and eventually they will learn to log into the computer under their OWN username and password.  They will also learn how to navigate a web browser (Google Chrome) and go to web sites for learning.  We use Starfall, ABCya, PBSkids mainly. 

1 - They will learn to navigate Google Chrome to find a website.  They will learn how to bookmark sites for use.  They will use Starfall, ABCya, PBSKids, and KidsA-Z. They will also be introduced to Microsoft Word and PowerPoint. 

2 - Second grade builds on first grade skills.  They will use all the sites that first grade uses.  They will go further into Word and PowerPoint.  They will be introduced to keyboarding.  They will also be introduced to coding using Code.org.

3 - Third grade's main focus is on keyboard skills.  They will use Typing.com and Dance Mat Typing to practice.  They will also learn to navigate their email account.   They will use Code.org for coding.  They will also use Prodigy, KidsA-Z.  They will learn to do computer research using Kiddle.co.  In addition, they will review Microsoft Word and PowerPoint. 

4 - Fourth grade will continue with keyboarding skills.  Their Typing.com lessons will continue over from third grade.  They will learn to navigate their email account.  They will use Prodigy, KidsA-Z.  They will use Code.org for coding.  They will will do research using Kiddle.co.  They will review Word and PowerPoint.  

Feel free to call or email me with any questions you may have.  (615) 746-5251 Ext. 1024 or [email protected] 

 

Mary Staggs

ECES Computer Lab