| A. MEDIA AND TECHNOLOGY Content
Standard: Students in Wisconsin will select and use media and
technology to access, organize, create, and communicate information for solving problems
and constructing new knowledge, products, and systems.
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
By the end of grade 4 students will:
A.4.1 Use common media and technology terminology and equipment
- identify and define basic computer terminology (e.g., software, hardware, cursor,
startup/shutdown, storage medium, file, memory)
- identify and explain the functions of the components of a computer system (e.g.,
monitor, central processing unit, storage devices, keyboard, mouse, printer)
- demonstrate proper care and correct use of media and equipment
- demonstrate the correct use of input devices (e.g., mouse, keyboard) and output devices
(e.g., monitor, printer, speakers)
- develop touch keyboarding techniques using both hands
- save and backup files on a computer hard drive, storage medium, or server
- demonstrate the use of still and video cameras and scanners
- solve problems using the basic four arithmetic functions of a calculator when
appropriate
- operate basic audio and video equipment to listen to and view media programs
A.4.2 Identify and use common media formats
- identify the wide variety of current media formats (e.g., video programs, magazines,
computer software, audio cassettes, CD-ROM and DVD, newspapers, books, the Internet)
- recognize the common organizational characteristics of print media (e.g., title page,
table of contents, copyright statement, index)
- differentiate among the common types of computer software (e.g., drawing programs,
utilities, word processing, simulations)
- listen to and view common audio and video media
- access information using common electronic reference sources (e.g., indexes, almanacs,
on-line catalogs, encyclopedias)
- describe the purpose and use of a virus detection program
- demonstrate how to open and run a software program from a local storage device or
network server
- create, save, move, copy, retrieve, and delete electronic files
- incorporate graphics, pictures, and sound into another document
A.4.3 Use a computer and productivity software to organize and create information
- identify and define basic word processing terminology (e.g., cursor, open, save, file,
I-beam, window, document, cut, copy, paste)
- produce a document using a word processing program
- edit a word-processed document using a spell checker
- demonstrate the text editing features of a word processing program (e.g., bold face,
italics, underline, double spacing, different size and style of fonts) to produce a
finished product
- explore special formatting features (e.g., borders, shading, centering, justification)
of a word processing program
- identify a database and define basic database terms (e.g., file, record, field)
- use a prepared database template to enter and edit data, and to locate records
- identify a spreadsheet and explain basic spreadsheet terms (e.g., column, row, cell)
- use a prepared spreadsheet template to enter and edit data, and to produce and interpret
a simple graph or chart
A.4.4 Use a computer and communications software to access and transmit information
- describe and explain an on-line information network
- generate, send, retrieve, save, and organize electronic messages
- log on and view information from preselected sites on the Internet
- use the functions of a web browser to navigate and save World Wide Web sites
- identify and use simple search engines and directories
A.4.5 Use media and technology to create and present information
- use draw, paint or graphics software to create simple signs, posters, banners, charts,
visuals, etc.
- plan a multimedia production using an outline or storyboard
- create and present a short video or hypermedia program
A.4.6 Evaluate the use of media and technology in a production or presentation
- identify the media and technology used
- explain how well the media and technology contributed to its impact
- identify simple criteria for judging the quality of a production or presentation
- judge how well a particular production meets the identified criteria
- suggest ways to improve future productions or presentations
B. INFORMATION AND INQUIRY
Content Standard: Students in Wisconsin will access, evaluate, and
apply information efficiently and effectively from a variety of sources in print,
nonprint, and electronic formats to meet personal and academic needs.
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: By the end of grade 4 students will:
B.4.1 Define the need for information
- identify the information problem or question to be resolved
- determine what is already known about the information problem or question
- formulate initial questions to define what additional information is needed
- determine a specific focus for the information search questions
B.4.2 Develop information seeking strategies
- identify possible sources of information including print, nonprint, electronic, and
human resources
- evaluate possible sources based on currency, genre, and relevance to topic
- select more than one resource when appropriate
- identify keywords and phrases for each information source
- recognize different ways to organize ideas, concepts, and phrases
- list steps to follow in carrying out the information search
B.4.3 Locate and access information sources
- recognize that materials in the school library media center are organized in a
systematic manner
- locate materials using the classification system of the school library media center
- identify and use printed or electronic catalogs to access materials in the school
library media center
- search for information by keyword, author, title, and topic or subject
- use an encyclopedia, dictionary, almanac, and atlas in print or electronic formats
- use the index or table of contents of a book, magazine, or reference set to locate
specific information
- locate information from preselected Internet sites and web pages
B.4.4 Evaluate and select information from a variety of print, nonprint, and electronic
formats
- preview selected resources using table of contents, index, and other simple scanning
strategies
- differentiate between fiction and nonfiction resources
- distinguish between fact and opinion
- determine timeliness and validity of information sources
- recognize that graphics and images can be used to convey a message
- identify the sponsoring organization or author for all resources
- choose resources appropriate to their interests, abilities, and information need
B.4.5 Record and organize information
- take notes or record information in their own words
- record the sources of information as notes are taken
- recognize the need to identify the author of any information copied verbatim
- arrange notes to help answer the information problem or question
- organize information using simple outlining techniques
- list basic bibliographic sources for information used
B.4.6 Interpret and use information to solve the problem or answer the question
- identify new information and integrate it with prior knowledge
- determine if information is relevant to the information question
- select information applicable to the information question
- seek additional information if needed
- apply the information gathered to solve the information problem or question
B.4.7 Communicate the results of research and inquiry in an appropriate format
- identify the audience for the product or presentation
- identify whether the purpose of the product or presentation is to inform, entertain, or
persuade
- recognize the three common types of communication or presentation modes (written, oral,
visual)
- choose a presentation format (e.g., speech, paper, web page, video, hypermedia)
- develop a product or presentation to communicate the results of the research
B.4.8 Evaluate the information product and process
- review the criteria to be used in judging both the product (or presentation) and the
process
- determine how well the product or presentation meets the original information need based
on the criteria
- review the process based on the criteria
- suggest ways in which the process and product can be improved
C. INDEPENDENT LEARNING
Content Standard: Students in Wisconsin will apply
information and technology skills to issues of personal and academic interest by actively
and independently seeking information; demonstrating critical and discriminating reading,
listening, and viewing habits; and, striving for personal excellence in learning and
career pursuits.
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: By the end of grade 4 students will:
C.4.1 Pursue information related to various dimensions of personal well-being and
academic success
- identify topics of interest and seek relevant information about them
- recognize that information can be used to make decisions or satisfy personal interest
- recognize that accurate information is basic to sound decisions
C.4.2 Appreciate and derive meaning from literature and other creative expressions of
information
- choose fiction and other literature of personal interest
- recognize that award winning books reflect literary and artistic excellence
- relate literature and other creative expressions of information to personal experiences
- compare their own interpretations of literature and other creative expressions of
information with those of others
C.4.3 Develop competence and selectivity in reading, listening, and viewing
- choose materials at appropriate developmental levels
- identify materials that reflect diverse perspectives
- differentiate among written, oral, and visual forms of literature
- recognize that media can be constructed to convey specific messages, viewpoints, and
values
C.4.4 Demonstrate self-motivation and increasing responsibility for their learning
- contribute to group or classroom decisions about learning objectives
- identify topics suitable for independent learning or in-depth exploration
- apply prescribed criteria for judging success of learning projects
- establish goals and determine steps for completing a project
- assess progress and quality of work
D. THE LEARNING COMMUNITY
Content Standard: Students in Wisconsin will demonstrate the ability
to work collaboratively in teams or groups, use information and technology in a
responsible manner, respect intellectual property rights, and recognize the importance of
intellectual freedom and access to information in a democratic society.
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: By the end of grade 4 students will:
D.4.1 Participate productively in workgroups or other collaborative learning
environments
- share information and ideas with others
- respect the ideas of others
- articulate workgroup goals and individual responsibilities within the group
- participate in the development of individual and workgroup tasks and priorities
- recognize that individual achievement is linked to the successful completion of
workgroup projects
- complete workgroup projects to meet an established timeline
- review workgroup projects and suggest improvements
D.4.2 Use information, media, and technology in a responsible manner
- return all borrowed materials on time
- identify the school's rules on student use of the Internet and other resources
- demonstrate use of the Internet and other on-line sources consistent with the school's
acceptable use policy
- employ proper etiquette in all forms of communication
- recognize that altering or destroying another person's program or file constitutes
unacceptable behavior
- differentiate between copying and summarizing
- recognize that using media and technology to defame another person or group constitutes
unacceptable behavior
- recognize the need for privacy of personal information
D.4.3 Respect intellectual property rights
- explain the concept of intellectual property rights
- describe how copyright protects the right of an author or producer to control the
distribution, performance, display, or copying of original works
- recognize that the copying of commercial or licensed media is a violation of the
copyright law
- identify violations of the copyright law as a crime for which there are serious
consequences
- explain why the use of all or parts of another person's work requires prior permission
or citation
- recognize that a quoted work must be stated in the author's exact words
- list sources quoted verbatim and visuals used in a presentation
- recognize that reports or articles they write must be put in their own words
D.4.4 Recognize the importance of intellectual freedom and access to information in a
democratic society
- define the concept of intellectual freedom
- identify examples of censorship
- recognize the importance of free and open access to information for all citizens
- acknowledge the right of classmates to express opinions different from their own
- describe situations or conditions where information is repressed or restricted
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