1st Grade Digital Literacy
Exploring the web!
Basic Computer Operations
It is very important to know how to control our friend, the computer. Step by step, we will learn how to use a keyboard and even search on the web safely.
WHO'S EXCITED?!
Louisiana Digital Literacy Goals:
We will be introducing and reinforcing various skills that meet the goals of Digital Literacy in Louisiana. These skills will include:
- Loging in to the computer.
- Identifying the keyboard and mouse.
- Identifying the proper keys in the keyboard.
- Learning how to use our tools to browse through the web.
My Classroom:
I plan on creating songs that will help my students learn the important steps they need to follow in order to navigate easily through the computer. Also, I will be using color coded keyboards to help them identify the keys faster.
Digital Literacy
Color Coded Keyboard
Know Your Computer Parts
Computer Parts Creative Learning for Kids[1].wmv
A little secret:
- Practice as much as you can. Practice makes perfect!
- Try to compare the terms with something you already know.
- Look at it as if it was a fun game.
Acceptable use, copyright, plagiarism & online safety
Now that we know the basics of a computer, there are various topics one should be aware of. If you follow these steps your internet experience will be fun, safe and very easy. First, we have to be very responsible when doing a research on the web, know what is right to use and how to use it. Follow the guidelines, there are rules for a reason. Most importantly, protect yourself. Be aware, know who you are talking to and what you click on.
Louisiana Digital literacy goals:
We will be introducing and reinforcing various skills that meet the goals of Digital Literacy in Louisiana. These skills will include:
- How to follow the schools rules and policies.
- Describing the possible consequences of inappropriate use.
- Identify strategies for safety. (Passwords, Viruses and more)
- Identifying cyber bullying and the possible risks they might encounter.
- Knowing what is acceptable following the districts policies.
My classroom:
For me it is very important that my kids are able to identify cyber bullying or any other risks. In order to prevent any unfortunate situation, I plan on using games like Kahoot, where they will have to answer questions regarding these topics. I will make sure to add different scenarios and prepare them as much as possible.
A little secret:
Be careful with what you click! It is very important that you ask your parents or a teacher for help. The internet can be helpful, when you know how to use it.
Child Focus 'E-safety'
Communication & collaboration
Have fun with friends. Create new games, drawings and communicate to help each other learn new things.
Let you friends know about your great ideas!
Louisiana Digital literacy goals:
We will be reinforcing various skills that meet the digital literacy goals in Louisiana. These skill will include:
- The use of technology to communicate and exchange ideas.
My CLASSROOM:
I will be using games like SecretBuilders. This game is for kids of ages 5-14, where they get to have fun with their imagination and play puzzle games while they communicate with each other.
Toon Boom Demonstrates Doodle: Cool Animation Software for Kids!
A little secret:
We can have a lot of fun sharing our ideas and using our imagination. But always remember, be respectful! We want other opinions to help us grow and see other perspectives.
Communicate as much as possible, you will be surprise how many friends you will make.
Share your passion, your voice, your ideas & share love!