Technology Use (DC.1)

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3-5.DC.1. discuss scenarios involving acceptable and unacceptable uses of technology (e.g., file-sharing, social networking,text messaging, cyber bullying, plagiarism)

I Can

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I can discuss acceptable uses of technology.
I can discuss unacceptable uses of technology.
I can give examples of acceptable and unaccceptable social networking.
I can give examples of acceptable and unacceptable text messaging.
I can give examples of cyber bullying and why it is wrong.
I can give examples of plagarism and why it is wrong.
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Can you get your online reputation tree to grow 80% ? 
When you do, try to get 80% or better on Betty's Netiquette Quiz.
 
Make your best effort. Good luck!

Social Networking, Text Messaging and Cyber Bullying

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1. 5th Graders, look for examples of acceptable and unacceptable social networking in this video clip. 

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2. Practice sending a simple email to a partner.
3. Practice sending a simple email to your team of 4.



Week 2
1. Practice sending an attachment.
2. Practice sending a link to an educational website.

Communication: Twalkers

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Students learn why it's important to avoid multitasking with a cell phone. They consider the benefits of focusing on one task at a time.

Students will:
  • learn that cell phones are powerful, convenient tools for communication.
  • identify situations in which using cell phones can be rude or distracting.
  • reflect on the benefits of focusing on one task at a time.

E-volve

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Students make choices about what to do if they or their friends are cyberbullied. They are encouraged to "evolve" into an “Upstander” – someone who takes action to stop cyberbullying, rather than standing by.

Students will:
  • compare different forms of cyberbullying and the roles of those involved.
  • interpret scenarios that illustrate how targets of cyberbullying feel.
  • identify ways to be an “Upstander” when cyberbullying occurs.