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K–12 Standards

Information Technology Fundamentals: Grade 8

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Computer Software

  • 1.1

    Explain operating system software

    1. 1.

      Cite examples of system software1.1.1

  • 1.2

    Explain application software

    1. 1.

      Cite examples of application software1.2.1

  • 1.3

    Explain utility software

    1. 1.

      Cite examples of utility software1.3.1

    2. 2.

      Describe uses of various types of utility software1.3.2

  • 1.4

    Examine file management

    1. 1.

      Create a folder/directory1.4.1

    2. 2.

      Move, copy, delete, and rename files and folders1.4.2

  • 1.5

    Describe data representation

    1. 1.

      Identify data representation in terms of bits and bytes1.5.1

    2. 2.

      Recognize file sizes in terms of kilobytes, megabytes, and gigabytes1.5.2

Word Processing

  • 2.1

    Explain word processing software

    1. 1.

      Define word processing2.1.1

    2. 2.

      Label parts of word processing window2.1.2

  • 2.2

    Explain the purpose, function, and common features of commonly used word processing programs

    1. 1.

      Create and save a document/file2.2.1

    2. 2.

      Retrieve, proofread, edit, and print documents2.2.2

    3. 3.

      Create a word processing document incorporating a graphic2.2.3

Spreadsheet

  • 3.1

    Explain spreadsheets

    1. 1.

      Define spreadsheets3.1.1

    2. 2.

      Label the parts of a spreadsheet window3.1.2

  • 3.2

    Explain the purpose, function, and common features of commonly used spreadsheets

    1. 1.

      Apply basic spreadsheet features and functions to produce a document3.2.1

    2. 2.

      Create/Save a spreadsheet document3.2.2

    3. 3.

      Retrieve, edit, format, and print a spreadsheet document3.2.3

Database

  • 4.1

    Explain databases

    1. 1.

      Define database4.1.1

    2. 2.

      Label parts of a database window4.1.2

  • 4.2

    Explain the purpose, function, and features of commonly used databases

    1. 1.

      Apply basic database features to produce simple records4.2.1

    2. 2.

      Create/Save a database file4.2.2

    3. 3.

      Enter records into a table4.2.3

Internet

  • 5.1

    Explain the Internet, World Wide Web, e-mail, networks, and their uses

    1. 1.

      List ways to connect to the Internet5.1.1

    2. 2.

      Describe common uses of the Internet5.1.2

    3. 3.

      Copy/Save text, Web pages, and images from the Internet5.1.3

  • 5.2

    Discuss Internet safety and security issues

    1. 1.

      Identify Internet safety and security concerns5.2.1

    2. 2.

      Examine precaution and protection measures regarding the Internet5.2.2

Presentation

  • 6.1

    Explain presentation software and elements of an effective presentation

    1. 1.

      List the advantages of using visuals in a presentation6.1.1

  • 6.2

    Identify common features of presentation software

    1. 1.

      Create an electronic presentation using available software6.2.1

    2. 2.

      Display/Explain presentation to peers6.2.2

Web Design

  • 7.1

    Discuss the use and purpose of Web pages

    1. 1.

      Assess and explore available Web pages7.1.1

    2. 2.

      Research Web page uses7.1.2

  • 7.2

    Explain Web pages

    1. 1.

      Plan a Web page7.2.1

    2. 2.

      Create/Save a Web page7.2.2

    3. 3.

      Add headings, bold and italicized text, lists, hyperlinks, graphics, and background7.2.3

    4. 4.

      Retrieve, edit, format, and print a Web page document7.2.4

Safety and Tools

  • 8.1

    Discuss general safety rules that apply to the ITF lab

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate knowledge of general safety rules8.1.1

  • 8.2

    Identify hand tools commonly used on PC repair and maintenance

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate knowledge and use of hand tools commonly used in PC repair and maintenance8.2.1

Peripheral Devices

  • 9.1

    Identify the input devices

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate knowledge of the appearance of input devices9.1.1

    2. 2.

      Create a list of input devices and their functions9.1.2

  • 9.2

    Describe the output devices

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate knowledge of the appearance of output devices9.2.1

    2. 2.

      Create a list of output devices and their functions9.2.2

  • 9.3

    Discuss the storage devices

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate knowledge of the appearance of storage devices9.3.1

    2. 2.

      Create a list of storage devices9.3.2

    3. 3.

      Compare the advantages of certain storage devices9.3.3

System Components

  • 10.1

    Explain system component functions

    1. 1.

      Describe functions of various components10.1.1

  • 10.2

    Examine system components

    1. 1.

      Identify and label system components10.2.1

    2. 2.

      Identify connections to system components10.2.2

  • 10.3

    Discuss removal and replacement of system components

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate removal of one or more system components10.3.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate reassembly of one or more system components10.3.2

    3. 3.

      Determine reassembly success10.3.3

  • 10.4

    Explain driver software

    1. 1.

      Cite examples of driver software10.4.1

    2. 2.

      Locate driver software from appropriate sources, and download10.4.2

  • 10.5

    Explain steps to assemble a computer

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate ability to dismantle and assemble a computer10.5.1

Networking

  • 11.1

    Identify components for home network

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate how to set up Internet access through dial-up, cable, and DSL11.1.1

    2. 2.

      List the items necessary to install wireless Internet access11.1.2

  • 11.2

    Discuss methods to share files and printers

    1. 1.

      Explain the process to enable file and printer sharingn11.2.1

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 8
When were these standards adopted?
2004
Where can I read the official document?
Information Technology Fundamentals

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