From Abacus to Computer

The Modernization of Cultural Values

 Unit:

Focus:

BCPS
Curriculum Indicator:

• Compare and contrast information with prior knowledge. (3.3.2)
• Connect and clarify main ideas and concepts and identify their relationship to other sources, related topics, or prior experience. (2.3.1, 3.3.1)
• Draw inferences, conclusions, or generalizations about text and support them with textual evidence and experience. (2.2.2, 3.2.2)
• Identify and trace the development of an author's argument, viewpoint, or perspective in text. (2.4.3)
• Recognize instances of propaganda and persuasive techniques. (2.4.1)
• Assess the adequacy, accuracy, and appropriateness of an author's details to support claims and assertions, noting instances of bias and stereotyping. (2.4.5)

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1E
4. Use strategies to demonstrate understanding of the text
2A
1. Develop and apply comprehension skills by reading a variety of self-selected and assigned print and electronic informational texts.
2. Identify and use text features to facilitate understanding of informational texts.
4. Determine and analyze important ideas and messages in informational texts.
6. Read critically to evaluate informational text.

 BCPS
Library Media
Indicators 9, 10, 11:

Use reference skills in order to locate information in a variety of sources (LG-3)

Use research skills in order to evaluate, select, record, and reorganize information (LG-3)

Use critical thinking skills in order to solve research problems (LG-3)

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2A
1. Match resources to topic of interest or need.
3. Define and refine an information need by formulating compelling/effective questions.
3A
1. Use print resources efficiently and effectively.           
2. Use non-print resources efficiently and effectively.
3. Use computer/online/digital resources efficiently and effectively.
6. Evaluate the content of specific computer/online/digital resources to determine accuracy and relevance of content.
7. Use appropriate graphic organizers or note cards to record relevant information. 
8. Use own words to capture concepts and avoid plagiarism.
9. Record appropriate bibliographic information to cite sources.
5A
2. Apply critical thinking and problem solving strategies.
6A
1. Make decisions to facilitate effective communication of ideas.
7A
1. Exhibit respect for the intellectual property rights of others.

 AASL Standards

 ISTC NETS for Students

Performance Standards and Indicators:

Grades 6 - 8

 3 Exhibit legal and ethical behaviors when using information and technology, and discuss consequences of misuse.

6 Design, develop, publish, and present products (e.g., Web pages, videotapes) using technology resources that demonstrate and communicate curriculum concepts to audiences inside and outside the classroom.

8 Select and use appropriate tools and technology resources to accomplish a variety of tasks and solve problems.

10 Research and evaluate the accuracy, relevance, appropriateness, comprehensiveness, and bias of electronic information sources concerning real-world problems.