BMW Consortium

 

Information Literacy

& Technology Integration

 

Unit Template

Author

First and Last Name

Jenny Dolan-Kray

School Name

Bonduel Elementary

Email Address

krayjen@bonduel.k12.wi.us

Date Created

6-9-04

Unit Overview

Title

Applying Basic Computer Knowledge Using a Program  (Kid Pix)

Enduring Understandings/Generalizations Students will apply their basic computer knowledge while learning how to use the Kid Pix program. 

Subject Areas – Math, Reading, Computer Technology

Grade Level - Kindergarten

Unit Description

Students will demonstrate their ability to use the computer mouse, keyboard, numbers, and space bar and enter key while learning and exploring with the Kid Pix program. 

Standards, Benchmarks, & Student Learning Targets

Content Standard:

Benchmarks:

Student Learning Targets:

Math

K 

 Student will learn number recognition using Kid Pix. 

Content Standard:

Benchmarks:

Student Learning Targets:

Reading

K 

Students will learn letter recognition using Kid Pix. 

 

K 

Students will match pictures with their beginning letter

 using Kid Pix.

ITL Standard:

Benchmarks:

Student Learning Targets:

Demonstrate correct use of

input devices.

P 

Students will show their ability by printing their name

using the Kid Pix tools.

Using mouse & keyboard

P 

Students will draw and create a simple picture. 

Student Assessment checklists, selected response, observations, essay, etc.

Performance Assessment Criteria  A checklist is created on a spreadsheet.  Students will show me certain tools, how to change colors and how to use the tool option palette.  They will be checked off after they show me they have attained the skill. 

 

Collaboration Another colleague is putting together a lesson on beginning computer knowledge and use.  This lesson will be utilized prior to the lesson on how to use the Kid Pix program.  Knowledge gain from the first lesson will carry over to more advanced future lessons as well as preparation for first grade

 

Unit Implementation

Length of Unit   - Extended process, a period of weeks 

Prerequisite Skills –Basic Computer knowledge, proper use of the mouse, keyboard, knowing where the desktop is. 

Specify unit procedures or learning activities.  Prior instruction of computer parts, able to identify the necessary components and parts of the computer, locate and properly use the parts, for example, the mouse and the keyboard.   Reviewing the desktop. Locate and open the file (Kid Pix). Instruction on necessary Kid Pix features.  Free exploration with Kid Pix program.  Work up the specific tasks and lessons. 

Accommodation Options

ELL / IEP Students

To be determined once class has been observed and assessed. 

Assistive Technology Needs

To be determined once class has been observed and assessed. 

Management/Organization Tips  Practicing the procedure with other colleagues

Materials and Resources Required for Unit

Adopted Print Materials

Adopted and other Audio/Visual:

Supplemental Resources (including Internet resources):

 

Technology – Hardware

Computers

Projection system

 

Technology – Software

KidPix

 

 

Unit Plan Flow Chart/Timeline

 

Week1

Week2

Week 3

Week 4

Day1

Show desktop

Find Kid Pix file

Access .

Discuss Program

Show, Demonstrate, tools

tool options, colors  etc. 

 

 

 

Day2

 

Review skills, day 1 activities .

Do observation

checklist.  i.e.

show me desktop.

Put cursor on K.P. file. Click

Show specific tools.

Colors

Free exploration.

Observation. 

 

 

 

Day3

 

 

Review tools.

Free exploration

Observation.

First task:

Write name with pencil. Pick color & line thickness.

Draw self –portrait.

Add background, include stamps. 

 

Day4

 

 

 

Alphabet Text

Find letters

Using Stamps, find pictures that start with letter.

Work with wacky paintbrush, paint can and eraser.

 

Day5

 

 

 

 

Self-Reflection

What worked well in the unit?

The actual presentation I made did not work at all.   It might of had something to do with the gadget we saved it on or I may have had the wrong Kid Pix program disc.  Mrs. Rudersdorf tried to work with it and could not get it to work.

 

Suggestions for improvement

Not sure if this would have made a difference or not but if I used the computer lab, here at the elementary school, with the program that is already loaded, maybe it would have worked.  

 

What materials/technology will be needed if this unit or lesson is repeated?

Loading in the correct Kid Pix program disc.  Not sure if that was the issue but worth playing around with. 

 

How well were the standards met?

The standards were still met.  I went through my template and presented the skills just using the program itself.
I presented and demonstrated, then had the students follow through on the same task. 

 

What impact did the technology integration have on this unit?

Students from kindergarten on up use Kid Pix for many subject areas, not only math and reading, social studies and science also.  I have used Kid Pix  for a seasons unit.   I know Mrs. Rudersdorf has her students do an "All About Me"  slide show. 

In order for these projects to be successful as students get older, a basic knowledge of Kid Pix is important. 

Comments about the process

Enjoyed putting it together.  It was just a let down not to be able to use it.