1st Grade

A "proficient" first grader is able to independently ...

Use the double-click action to open a program.

Use the Shift keys to capitalize letters and create punctuation symbols.

Use the Delete key to erase characters to the right of the cursor

Use the Backspace key to erase the characters to the left of the cursor

Identify a computer, monitor, mouse, keyboard, window, cursor, icon, menu

Any word processing program will allow students to demonstrate these skills (e.g. Word, Kidpix, Kidspiration, Student Writing Center).

Useful Resources	Grade Level Resources
KeyBoard Chart - larger charts may be obtained at the VLC	Computer Parts Chart (letter size) - Larger charts may be obtained at the VLC or download the Publisher file
Correct Posture Poster (Download a PowerPoint version)
Computer Rules (Download a Word version to modify)
Mouse hints

1st Grade Standards & Rubrics

ALL students will operate a word processor to enter and edit text.

Below Basic	Basic	Proficient	Advanced	Assessment Method
Unable to open a word processing program or enter text. Not familiar with punctuation symbols on a keyboard or how to make a capital. Not able to correct mistakes.	Open word processing program with assistance. Enters text with assistance; most punctuation symbols are made correctly. Needs assistance to correct mistakes.	Independently opens word processing program and can enter text such as words. Makes capital letters and punctuation symbols correctly. Uses “delete” or “backspace” to correct mistakes.	Accurately enters text with appropriate capitals and punctuation and confidently changes text as needed.	Teacher Observation

Below Basic	Basic	Proficient	Advanced	Assessment Method
Needs frequent monitoring or reminders when using the computer. Does not use computer time well. Not familiar with computer terms (computer, monitor, printer, mouse, keyboard, window, cursor, icon, menu).	Inconsistent in treatment of equipment and use of computer time. Familiar with a few but not all computer terms (computer, monitor, printer, mouse, keyboard, window, cursor, icon, menu).	Handles equipment with care. Maximizes computer time. Follows posted computer rules. Identifies the following technology related items (computer, monitor, printer, mouse, keyboard, window, cursor, icon, menu).	Able to articulate computer rules to others. Uses appropriate computer terms in conversation.	Teacher Observation