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This middle school course is composed of instructional modules designed to provide hands-on instruction in basic keyboarding skills, computer concepts, and software applic ations. The software applications include word processing, desktop publishing, presentation software, spreadsheets, and databases. English, language arts and mathematics are reinforced as this is part of the Common Core Essential Standards.
 * 7th Grade Introduction to Computers - Computer Literacy Unit**


 * Unit Title: Computer Literacy Unit**
 * Unit Focus:** Basic Computer Literacy


 * Topics**: Computer, Devices, Applications, Web,


 * Summary:** After completion of this unit students will be able to define basic computer terminology, show computer navigation skills, understand the differences between hardware and software, the definitions and use. Students will be introduced to basic computer functions of input, output, processing and storage; and the devices used for those purposes. Students will learn the basics of computer ethics, internet safety, intellectual property and copyrights. This is a two-week unit in a larger Introduction to Computers Course for middle school students. The unit is designed where students are given vocabulary terms as pre-training to become adjusted to the upcoming topic. The lessons will then progress using visual aids, critical thinking questions, Venn Diagrams, quizzes, and projects as assessments to finalize the learning. Students will be given options and varying types of assignments to complete using differentiation strategies.


 * Materials Needed: Textbook:** Lab computers, Technology Applications, Pearson Education, Inc, pdf file included. Computer and internet connection capable of logging into the online classroom management system, and completing the appropriate assignments. Computer need to have word processing software, internet browser, and software capable of opening PDF files such as Adobe Acrobat.