Elementary

Computer

1
st
Grade

CURRICULUM PLANNING
by Ms. Layda

2014-2015
OVERVIEW:
In the elementary computer lab curriculum there is an evolving process based on available technology, the level
of use within the school and the grade level involved. The school curriculum will help them form a different
attitude toward computers and hopefully come to see them as a useful tool they will have throughout their lives.

They will be able to identify the parts of a computer and operate the keys necessary to use the computer as a
learning tool. Also, they will begin using computer applications for simple age-appropriate tasks. At the same
time they will begin to discuss ethical computer use. They should understand and demonstrate proper etiquette,
and body position when using computers.

GENERAL OBJECTIVES:
Due to the increasing demand in computer technology skills applied in day-to-day activities, the goal
of this course is to develop the basic knowledge and competencies. Among those skills the students
will:
1. Be acquainted with computer equipment and software.
2. Be responsible for their assigned equipment together with their assigned tasks.
3. Focus on individual understanding in which each students work at his/her own pace instead of
group work.

There is also the opportunity to tie in reading and writing skills with the computer at this level. Make
sure the difference is explained between writing on paper with a pencil and writing on the computer.
The computer shouldnt distract from the students reading and writing efforts.

INTRODUCTION: With the advancements in todays fast-paced technology world, students must be
introduced to computer science early on. They will need to explore basic and ethical computer use while
demonstrating adequate behavior.




Bimester Week Topic Apps, videos and web pages Time
I
From week
1 to week
8
Unit 1: Machines
Lesson 1: The importance of a computer
and different types.



Unit 2: the computer
Lesson 2: getting to know the computer
Paint
1 class
per week


COMPUTER CURRICULUM PLANNING OVERVIEW
Bimester Week Topic Apps, videos and web pages Time
I
From week
1 to week
8

Unit 3: Taking care of the equipment
Lesson 3: Maintenance

Unit 4: Basic functions
Lesson 4: main functions.


--
1 class
per week
COMPUTER CURRICULUM PLANNING OVERVIEW
Bimester Week Topic Apps, videos and web pages Time
II
From week
9 to week
16
Unit 5: review Machines
Lesson 5: Classify the different types
of computers.

Unit 6: review the computer
Lesson 6: getting to know the computer

--
1 class
per week
COMPUTER CURRICULUM PLANNING OVERVIEW
Bimester Week Topic Apps, videos and web pages Time
II
From week
9 to week
16
Unit 7: Mouse
Lesson 7: mouse skills


http://minimouse.us/index.html
http://www.bgfl.org/bgfl/custom/resources
_ftp/client_ftp/ks1/ict/mouse/

1 class
per week
COMPUTER CURRICULUM PLANNING OVERVIEW
Bimester Week Topic Apps, videos and web pages Time
II
From week
9 to week
16
Unit 8: the Keyboard
Lesson 8: the keyboard QWERTY
arrangement

Paint
1 class
per week
COMPUTER CURRICULUM PLANNING OVERVIEW
Bimester Week Topic Apps, videos and web pages Time
III
From week
17 to week
22

Unit 9: Names of keys
Lesson 9: learn the name of
each key on the keyboard

Unit 10: location of keys
Lesson 10: practice use of
keys

http://www.abcya.com/keyboard.htm.
http://www.turtlediary.com/kindergarten-
games/science-games/learn-keyboarding.html

1 class
per week
COMPUTER CURRICULUM PLANNING OVERVIEW
Bimester Week Topic Apps, videos and web pages Time
IV
From week
23 to week
30
Unit 11: Drawing
Lesson 11: Making your own
creation

/ Paint
1 class
per week
COMPUTER CURRICULUM PLANNING OVERVIEW
Bimester Week Topic Apps, videos and web pages Time
V
From week
31 to week
38

Unit 12: Painting in other apps
Lesson 12: Differentiating between painting
programs

http://www.abcya.com/abcya_pain
t.htm
http://pbskids.org/curiousgeorge/g
ames/mix_and_paint/mix_and_pa
int.html
http://www.nickjr.com/kids-
games/nick-jr-free-draw.html

1 class
per week

COMPUTER CURRICULUM PLANNING OVERVIEW