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1. General Knowledge, Basic Skills, and Troubleshooting: Select all that apply to your current knowledge and/or skills. If unsure, do not select an item.
I can identify hardware components, peripherals and their purpose.
I can identify icons, windows, and menus.
I know how to use icons, windows and menus.
I know how to use basic peripherals (i.e. CD-ROM, storage media, etc).
I incorporate general knowledge of basic hardware and software into lesson design as appropriate (i.e. vocabulary, naming and saving conventions, printing, etc).
I know how to start up and shut down computers and peripherals.
I know how to use a mouse.
I know how to insert and eject diskettes, CD-ROMs, etc.
I know how to use software from a disk, hard drive, or CD-ROM.
I know how to perform regular computer maintenance tasks, (i.e. rebuilding the desktop, defragmenting the hard drive, running scan disk operation).
I select and use appropriate anti-virus software.
I know how to start an application and create a document.
I know how to name, save, saves as, retrieve, and revise a document.
I know how to initialize, format, and name diskettes.
I know how to copy documents between the computer and diskettes.
I can open and work with more than one application at a time.
I have my files and programs organized.
I know how to create, name/rename folders and files.
I know how to organize the desktop.
I know how to adjust memory allocation to applications, if needed.
I can access and change my control panels.
I know how to set software preferences.
I know how to install software.
I know how to print a document.
I can choose my printer location (select a printer).
I regularly use print preview and options.
I know how to share files and printers on a network.
I know how to restart a frozen computer.
I can identify directly connected or networked printer problems.
I know how to solve simple printer problems with a directly connected printer.
I know how to troubleshoot basic hardware, software, and printing problems before accessing the appropriate level of support.
I know how to check cables for proper attachment to computer, peripherals, and power outlets.
I am comfortable troubleshooting common hardware, software, printing, and network problems before accessing the appropriate level of support.
 
 
2. General Knowledge, Basic Skills, and Troubleshooting
Select the item that best describes to your current knowledge and/or skills. If unsure, select the lesser item.
 
None of the statements below apply to me.
 
I am aware of appropriate applications of technology as an educational tool.
 
I can cite examples of appropriate applications of technology as an educational tool.
 
I select and implement appropriate technology tools to support the teaching and learning process.
 
I participate in the selection processes for purchasing technology tools for my site.
 
 
3. General Knowledge, Basic Skills, and Troubleshooting
Select the item that best describes to your current knowledge and/or skills. If unsure, select the lesser item
 
None of the statements below apply to me.
 
I am aware of various models for classroom management of technology tools.
 
I can explain various models for classroom management of technology tools.
 
I select and use effective classroom management techniques using technology in a limited number of educational settings.
 
I am comfortable teaching others how to use effective classroom management techniques using technology in various educational settings.
 
 
4. Internet: Select all that apply to your current knowledge and/or skills. If unsure, do not select an item.
I can launch an Internet browser and use the tool bar.
I can access the help feature of an Internet browser to find information on using the browser.
I know how to access the history feature to view a list of previously visited web sites.
I know how to hide and display the toolbar on an Internet browser.
I know how to change the settings on an Internet browser tool bar.
I know how to refresh or reload a web page in an Internet browser.
I know how to rename and organize links in a web browser Favorites or Personal toolbar.
I know how to access the Internet through a modem or network connection.
I know how to change window sizes in a browser.
I can configure preferences for an Internet browser.
I can set the home page in an Internet browser.
I know how to configure page setup in an Internet browser to print citation resources.
I know how to use and manage multiple windows in a browser.
I know how to designate the helper applications to be used to open files that I download from the Internet.
I know how to point and click to navigate on existing links.
I know how to save a web page as a file on my computer.
I know how to copy text on a web page and paste it into a document on my computer.
I know how to copy graphics on a web page and paste it into a document on my computer.
I know how to download files from the Internet to my computer.
I know how to export my bookmarks as an html file and open them using another computer or browser.
I know how to access bookmarks in Internet browsers.
I know how to add or delete a bookmark in an Internet browser.
I know how to organize bookmarks into sections and/or folders in an Internet browser.
I know how to enter a URL to access or open a specific web site.
I can explain basic Internet terminology (i.e. HTML, URL, links, download, etc.).
I can explain the anatomy of a URL.
I can troubleshoot URL address errors (i.e. 404 errors) to find the web site to access.
I can explain the use of email as a means of communication with others.
I regularly use email to communicate with others.
I regularly use email to communicate with members of a group. (i.e. listserv or personal distribution list)
I can explain how chat, newsgroups, and threaded discussion lists are used to communicate with members of a group.
I regularly use chat, newsgroups, and threaded discussions lists to communicate with members of a group.
I know how to do a basic keyword search using an Internet browser or electronic reference source.
I can explain the differences among a search index, a search engine, and a metasearch tool.
I know how to use Boolean logic in a search.
I know how to conduct natural language searches.
I use the Internet and other electronic reference tools as a resource for lesson development.
I use the advanced search features of a search index, search engine, metasearch tool, or an electronic reference resource.
I use multiple search strategies to locate and validate information.
I evaluate the information I locate on the Internet for accuracy.
I determine if the source of the information I locate on the Internet is credible and unbiased.
I organize the information I access to improve my ability to analyze and interpret the results.
When conducting research, I analyze and interpret the information I locate.
I filter information for relevancy to the lesson and content.
I incorporate information literacy strategies into lesson design.
I use a wide variety of sources such as Internet, electronic reference, and others, when conducting research.
I am aware of Internet resources that can be used for student learning and/or classroom management.
I assess Internet resources to determine if they would be appropriate for integrating into a lesson and/or for classroom management.
I select and implement Internet resources into my classroom lessons.
I select and use effective classroom management techniques utilizing Internet resources.
 
 
5. Internet
Select the item that best describes to your current knowledge and/or skills. If unsure, select the lesser item.
 
None of the statements below apply to me.
 
I am aware of issues involving the use of the Internet in the classroom for instruction.
 
I can explain the issues involving the use of the Internet in the classroom (i.e. AUP, copyright, student safety, classroom management, etc.).
 
I regularly implement procedures and classroom management techniques addressing Internet use in the classroom for instruction.
 
 
 
6. Email: Select all that apply to your current knowledge and/or skills. If unsure, do not select an item.
I can explain the three main components of an email address.
I can explain telecommunication terms, (i.e. CC, BCC, Signature, attachment, etc.).
I know how to create and use an address book.
I can recognize and use web links embedded in a message.
I know how to manage an address book (i.e. setting up mailing groups, importing data from other applications).
I know how to locate, open, and manage attached files.
I know how to launch an email program, retrieve, read, and send email.
I know how to save, print, and delete email as appropriate.
I compose, edit, and send new email messages.
I regularly use CCs and BCCs email to interact with one or a group of people.
I regularly use reply to sender, reply to all, and forwarding as appropriate.
I compose email messages that compensate for the reader not seeing my body language or hearing my voice inflections.
I employ email as a tool to interact with and provide information to students, parents and other community members.
I can explain procedures and processes for use of email in the classroom.
I can describe the uses of email in the classroom for connecting with others such as: keypals, global classrooms, parallel problem-solving, mentoring, etc.
I design curricular lessons that utilize email as a part of the activity.
I select and implement effective classroom management techniques using email in a limited number of educational settings.
I select and implement appropriate email tools to effectively support the teaching and learning process.
I can explain netiquette to my classroom, co-workers, and other members of the community.
I can explain issues surrounding student safety and security.
I practice appropriate netiquette related to email.
I implement practices related to issues of personal safety and security with regard to email.
I regularly incorporate netiquette practices in my classroom instruction.
I regularly implement student email safety and security procedures in my classroom instruction.
 
 
7. Publishing: Select all that apply to your current knowledge and/or skills. If unsure, do not select an item.
I can define publishing terms (i.e. page layout, stories, fields, etc.).
I know how to open, save, print and delete a document.
I know how to access and use program Help.
I preview documents to identify layout problems.
I regularly use basic proofing tools (i.e. spell check, grammar check, etc.).
I know how to navigate in a large document.
I know how to find and replace text within a document.
I know how to save text documents in other file formats (i.e. TXT, HTML, RTF, etc.).
I can identify types of publishing software (i.e. word processing, page layout, image/graphics, etc.).
I know how to create a new document.
I know how to change the document set-up.
I know how to create and modify headers and footers.
I know how to control page numberings.
I know how to change page tabs, margins, and indents.
I understand elements of basic design (i.e. white space, page layout, etc.)
I know how to change text alignment/justification.
I know how to copy, cut, and paste text and graphics.
I know how to change typefaces, font size, and other text attributes.
I know how to incorporate clip art.
I know how to use suitable size, style, and number of fonts.
I know how to create a simple shape graphic.
I know how to edit line and shape, style, and fill.
I know how to save publishing documents in appropriate formats (i.e. postscript, PDF, HTML, etc.).
I know how to undo unwanted changes.
I know how to change on-screen view mode and magnification.
I know how to create numbered and bulleted lists.
I know how to create multiple text columns.
I know how to import/place and resize graphics both as objects and as type.
I know how to move, arrange, and layer objects.
I know how to insert digital images from external sources (i.e. cameras, scanners, WWW, etc.).
I integrate and use various and appropriate software for publishing tasks (i.e. word processing, page layout, image/graphics, etc.).
I can describe various types of publishing media and their possible classroom application.
I regularly select appropriate publishing media to support instructional objectives.
I develop student assignments that embed elements of effective basic design in publishing.
I regularly plan for effective classroom management of available publishing resources.
 
 
8. Databases: Select all that apply to your current knowledge and/or skills. If unsure, do not select an item.
I can define database terms (i.e. records, fields, etc.).
I know how to create, open, and save a database.
I know how to format fields to reflect appropriate data (i.e. date, name, currency, etc).
I can explain differences among report, query, search, and find.
I know how to add/edit headers and footers.
I know how to select, move, copy, delete, clear and insert fields and records.
I use print preview to identify print and layout problems.
I know how to find and replace data in records and fields.
I know how to sort, match, and go to specific records.
I know how to import/export data from a database.
I know how to enter text and data into appropriate fields.
I know how to use Find command to locate a specific record.
I know how to create and modify report layouts.
I know how to merge database information with word processing documents to produce "form letters."
I know how to sort data to produce reports (i.e. alphabetical listings, etc).
I know how to format text and numbers in records or layouts (i.e. boldface, currency, time, etc).
I know how to find or define data to print only required records (i.e. students reading at grade level, students with 3.0+ GPA, etc).
I know how to import data from other applications.
I regularly create new layouts or edit existing layouts for specific productivity or curricular goals.
I can describe the educational uses of databases.
I can identify lessons that require the manipulation of data.
I create new databases related to content area (i.e. world populations, animal data, etc).
I design curricular lessons that utilize databases to enhance learning outcomes.
I regularly develop student assignments that require management and manipulation of a variety of data.
 
 
9. Spreadsheets:
Select all that apply to your current knowledge and/or skills. If unsure, do not select an item.
I can define spreadsheet terms (i.e. cells, alignment, formula, etc).
I know how to create, open, and save a spreadsheet.
I know how to navigate using the mouse and tabs.
I know how to undo unwanted changes.
I know how to move or copy sheets between spreadsheet files.
I know how to locate cells based on column/row addresses.
I know how to select, move, copy, delete, clear and insert cells.
I know how to change typeface, font size and other cell attributes.
I know how to sort cells.
I know how to replicate a formula or range of cells (i.e. "fill").
I know how to align and rotate text and numbers within a cell.
I know how to create simple bar or pie charts, create a variety of charts and label graphs appropriately.
I know how to select charts for appropriate data representation.
I know how to change size, placement, and title of charts.
I know how to import/export charts and data into other applications (i.e. word processing, etc).
I know how to select an entire column or row.
I know how to resize cells and rows.
I know how to add shading and borders.
I know how to change text cell alignment and justification.
I know how to save in a variety of formats (i.e. Tab Delimited, CSV, DBF, DIF, SYLK, etc).
I know how to enter text and data into specific cells.
I know how to create formula cells (i.e. sums, average, etc).
I know how to format cells for appropriate content (i.e. text, decimal alignment, currency, etc.).
I utilize grade book templates.
I maintain student records in a spreadsheet.
I know how to adjust layout and margins.
I know how to use print preview and print document with title.
I know how to set up print options for grid lines, zoom, etc.
I know how to create and edit headers, footers, and page numbers.
I know how to change page margins.
I know how to search for and replace text within a document.
I know how to print a specific range of cells, pages, and sheets.
I import/export charts and data into a word processing application.
I can describe the educational uses of spreadsheets.
I occasionally create new spreadsheets related to content area.
I regularly design curricular lessons requiring use of spreadsheets.
I regularly create appropriate charts for a content lesson.
 
 
10. Presentation Software: Select all that apply to your current knowledge and/or skills. If unsure, do not select an item.
I can define presentation and multimedia terms (i.e. slides/cards, slideshow, hype-navigation, etc).
I know how to create, open, modify, and save presentations.
I can define available tools (i.e. drawing, text, etc).
I know how to use templates or wizards to create new presentations.
I regularly use available tools (i.e. drawing, text, etc.).
I know how to connect, configure, and troubleshoot peripheral devices for presentation.
I know how to create a presentation to automatically play using timed settings.
I know how to insert text, format text, or add text boxes to a presentation.
I know how to add new slides or cards.
I know how to insert or change slide or card design.
I know to how re-arrange the order of the slides or cards in the presentation.
I know how to organize presentation resources in a folder on the desktop or server.
I know how to apply transitions and effects, if appropriate, to slides or cards.
I know how to navigate using scrollbar, slide sorter, menu, key commands, etc.
I know how to switch between different page views.
I know how to create and edit navigational buttons to help users move through a presentation.
I know how to create presentations that are clear and easy to understand.
I know how to apply backgrounds and objects appropriately.
I know how to incorporate sound.
I can define different image types (i.e. TIFF, GIF, PCX, etc).
I know how to incorporate hypertext links, animations from library, movies from library, and clip art from other sources.
I know how to record and insert sound into presentation.
I know how to edit clip art (if appropriate).
I know how to print presentation slides.
My documents demonstrate an understanding of basic design elements (i.e. color, design, space, and composition, etc.).
I know how to print using advanced printing options.
I print handouts that enhance the instructional objectives (i.e. outlines, notes, etc.).
I can describe the educational uses of presentation software.
I know how to create cards or slides using effective design to enhance communication.
I use appropriate background and text colors to ensure clarity and readability.
I organize information in a clear, consistent way for the viewer.
I regularly design curricular lessons that utilize multimedia to enhance learning outcomes.
I follow fair use and copyright law for text, graphics, and sound.
 
 
11. Instructional Technology
Select the item that best describes to your current knowledge and/or skills. If unsure, select the lesser item.
 
None of the statements below apply to me.
 
I occasionally locate computer-based technology learning, teaching, and communication resources related to implementation in the classroom.
 
I am able to locate and adapt computer-based technology lessons based upon best practices and research findings.
 
I know how to analyze best practices and research findings on the use of computer-based technology and design lessons accordingly.
 
 
12. Instructional Technology
Select the item that best describes to your current knowledge and/or skills. If unsure, select the lesser item.
 
None of the statements below apply to me.
 
I can describe or list some of the established criteria used to evaluate digital media.
 
I often practice evaluating educational digital media using established criteria.
 
I regularly evaluate educational digital media using established criteria.
 
 
13. Instructional Technology
Select the item that best describes to your current knowledge and/or skills. If unsure, select the lesser item.
 
None of the statements below apply to me.
 
I know how to identify processes used to match computer-based technology with content.
 
I occasionally include appropriate computer-based technology resources in classroom lesson plans.
 
I regularly include appropriate computer-based technology resources in classroom lesson plans.
 
 
14. Instructional Technology
Select the item that best describes to your current knowledge and/or skills. If unsure, select the lesser item.
 
None of the statements below apply to me.
 
I am aware of learning style inventories for students.
 
I know how to examine a variety of computer-based technology resources for their applicability to learning styles.
 
I know how to select and use activities to identify student learning styles.
 
I occasionally use a variety of computer-based technology resources in lesson plans to meet student learning styles.
 
I regularly integrate appropriate computer-based technology resources and adapt lessons and classroom practice according to learning style inventory results.
 
 
15. Instructional Technology: Select all that apply to your current knowledge and/or skills. If unsure, do not select an item.
I can describe various models of computer-based technology use that enhance learning and increase efficiency and productivity.
I know how to use teacher productivity tools for classroom management (e.g. home-school communication, student records and grades, etc).
My lesson plans reflect a management system for computer-based activities.
I effectively use computer-based technology in a variety of instructional settings (i.e. whole class, small groups, and individual instruction).
My classroom activities allow all students to build upon their technology skills and increase learning.
I regularly implement management procedures that support assessment of student involvement and achievement related to computer-based technology assignments.
I can explain the need for and use of copyright policy, protection of student privacy, security and safety.
I regularly implement established policies for safe, private and secure practices in personal work.
I personally implement established policies surrounding copyright and plagiarism.
I regularly implement established policies for safe, private, and secure practices in the classroom.
I regularly implement policies surrounding copyright and plagiarism in the classroom.
 
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