Computers/6

Sixth graders learn terminology and technology, networking, word processing, Hyperstudio and PowerPoint. All classes look at the Internet and how it works, as well as how to use it responsibly and appropriately. Students will be using information and images from the Internet to create reports.

Computers/7

The seventh grade classes will be covering terminology and technology, word processing and Internet searches. They will also be learning HTML and producing project-based web sites. These web sites will be used to present projects and reports in other curricular areas, such as science and history.

 Computer Studies / 8

This class covers: terminology and technology, networking, basic word processing, presentation software (HyperStudio / PowerPoint), Internet searches and research, and project-based web page design. New for the 2000-01 school year: students will be working with Virtual Reality, creating both panoramic and object VRs for use in web pages. Students will also be producing web site reports and projects for science, health and history classes.

 Computer Applications / 8

This class is more application-driven and skills oriented than Computer Studies. As in Computer Studies/8, students will begin with an overview of basic terminology and technology, and instruction in networking, creating passwords, and password security. Students will also cover word processing/keyboarding skills, Powerpoint, and Internet searches. Students will be using HTML and designing project-based web sites