Technology Applications TEKS (6-8)

Overview: Technology Applications TEKS for grades 6 through 8 are organized into four strands:  Foundations, Information Acquisition, Solving Problems, and Communications. 
 

Technology Applications TEKS grouped by Application

In an effort to simplify the process for teachers, the Technology Applications TEKS below are grouped by application.  If you bring your class to the computer lab, you can simply copy and paste the appropriate section to your lesson plan.

For example, if your students are going to do a project which involves researching using the Internet, and creating a PowerPoint presentation, then you could copy three of the following sections of TEKS to add to your lesson plan:  Every Time, Multimedia, and Internet. Of course you can edit, but hopefully this will be a good starting place.

Almost Every Time you bring a class to the lab...Technology Applications TEKS (6-8) back to top

Technology TEKS: 1A, 1B, 1C, 1E, 1F, 2A, 2B, 2C, 3B, 5B, 5C, 7J, 8E

1(A)   Tech Foundations: Demonstrate knowledge and appropriate use of operating systems, software applications, and communication and networking components

1(B)   Tech Foundations: Compare, contrast, and appropriately use various input, processing, output, and primary/secondary storage devices

1(C)   Tech Foundations: Demonstrate the ability to select and use software for a defined task according to quality, appropriateness, effectiveness, and efficiency

1(E)   Tech Foundations: Use technology terminology appropriate to the task

1(F)   Tech Foundations: Perform basic software application functions including, but not limited to, opening an application program and creating, modifying, printing, and saving documents

2(A)   Tech Foundations: Demonstrate proficiency in the use of a variety of input devices such as mouse/track pad, keyboard, microphone, digital camera, printer, scanner, disk/disc, modem, CD-ROM, or joystick

2(B)   Tech Foundations: Demonstrate keyboarding proficiency in technique and posture while building speed

2(C)   Tech Foundations: Use digital keyboarding standards for data input such as one space after punctuation, the use of em/en dashes, and smart quotation marks

3(B)   Tech Foundations: Demonstrate proper etiquette and knowledge of acceptable use while in an individual classroom, lab, or on the Internet and intranet

5(B)   Tech Information Acquisition: Demonstrate the ability to access, operate, and manipulate information from secondary storage and remote devices including CD-ROM/laser discs and on-line catalogs

5(C)   Tech Information Acquisition: Use on-line help and other documentation

7(J)   Tech Solving Problems: Use foundation and enrichment curricula in the creation of products

8(E)   Tech Solving Problems: Integrate acquired technology applications skills, strategies, and use of the word processor, database, spreadsheet, telecommunications, draw, paint, and utility programs into the foundation and enrichment curricula

Word Processing (Word) Technology Applications TEKS (6-8) back to top

Technology TEKS:  2A, 2B, 2C, 7A, 10A, 10D, 11A, 12B, 12C, 12D

2(A)   Tech Foundations: Demonstrate proficiency in the use of a variety of input devices such as mouse/track pad, keyboard, microphone, digital camera, printer, scanner, disk/disc, modem, CD-ROM, or joystick

2(B)   Tech Foundations: Demonstrate keyboarding proficiency in technique and posture while building speed

2(C)   Tech Foundations: Use digital keyboarding standards for data input such as one space after punctuation, the use of em/en dashes, and smart quotation marks

7(A)   Tech Solving Problems: Plan, create, and edit documents created with a word processor using readable fonts, alignment, page setup, tabs, and ruler settings

10(A) Tech Communication: Use productivity tools to create effective document files for defined audiences such as slide shows, posters, multimedia presentations, newsletters, brochures, or reports

10(D) Tech Communication: Demonstrate appropriate use of fonts, styles, and sizes, as well as effective use of graphics and page design to effectively communicate

11(A) Tech Communication: Publish information in a variety of ways including, but not limited to, printed copy, monitor display, Internet documents, and video

12(B) Tech Communication: Determine and employ technology specifications to evaluate projects for design, content delivery, purpose, and audience, demonstrating that process and product can be evaluated using established criteria or rubrics

12(C) Tech Communication: Select representative products to be collected and stored in an electronic evaluation tool

12(D) Tech Communication: Evaluate the product for relevance to the assignment or task

Spreadsheet (Excel) Technology Applications TEKS (6-8) back to top

Technology TEKS: 7B, 9A, 10C, 10D, 10E, 11A, 12A, 12B, 12C, 12D

7(B)   Tech Solving Problems: Create and edit spreadsheet documents using all data types, formulas and functions, and chart information

9(A)   Tech Solving Problems: Design and implement procedures to track trends, set timelines, and review/evaluate progress for continual improvement in process and product

10(C) Tech Communication: Create a variety of spreadsheet layouts containing descriptive labels and page settings

10(D) Tech Communication: Demonstrate appropriate use of fonts, styles, and sizes, as well as effective use of graphics and page design to effectively communicate

10(E) Tech Communication: Match the chart style to the data when creating and labeling charts

11(A) Tech Communication: Publish information in a variety of ways including, but not limited to, printed copy, monitor display, Internet documents, and video

12(A) Tech Communication: Design and implement procedures to track trends, set timelines, and review and evaluate the product using technology tools such as database managers, daily/monthly planners, and project management tools;

12(B) Tech Communication: Determine and employ technology specifications to evaluate projects for design, content delivery, purpose, and audience, demonstrating that process and product can be evaluated using established criteria or rubrics

12(C) Tech Communication: Select representative products to be collected and stored in an electronic evaluation tool

12(D) Tech Communication: Evaluate the product for relevance to the assignment or task

Multimedia (PowerPoint) Technology Applications TEKS (6-8) back to top

Technology TEKS: 7D, 10A, 10D, 11A, 11B, 12B, 12C, 12D

7(D)   Tech Solving Problems: Demonstrate proficiency in the use of multimedia authoring programs by creating linear or non-linear projects incorporating text, audio, video, and graphics

10(A) Tech Communication: Use productivity tools to create effective document files for defined audiences such as slide shows, posters, multimedia presentations, newsletters, brochures, or reports

10(D) Tech Communication: Demonstrate appropriate use of fonts, styles, and sizes, as well as effective use of graphics and page design to effectively communicate

11(A) Tech Communication: Publish information in a variety of ways including, but not limited to, printed copy, monitor display, Internet documents, and video

11(B) Tech Communication: Design and create interdisciplinary multimedia presentations for defined audiences including audio, video, text, and graphics

12(B) Tech Communication: Determine and employ technology specifications to evaluate projects for design, content delivery, purpose, and audience, demonstrating that process and product can be evaluated using established criteria or rubrics

12(C) Tech Communication: Select representative products to be collected and stored in an electronic evaluation tool

12(D) Tech Communication: Evaluate the product for relevance to the assignment or task

Database (Access) Technology Applications TEKS (6-8) back to top

Technology TEKS: 7C, 10B, 10D, 11A, 12B, 12C, 12D

7(C)   Tech Solving Problems: Plan, create, and edit databases by defining fields, entering data, and designing layouts appropriate for reporting

10(B) Tech Communication: Demonstrate the use of a variety of layouts in a database to communicate information appropriately including horizontal and vertical layouts

10(D) Tech Communication: Demonstrate appropriate use of fonts, styles, and sizes, as well as effective use of graphics and page design to effectively communicate

11(A) Tech Communication: Publish information in a variety of ways including, but not limited to, printed copy, monitor display, Internet documents, and video

12(B) Tech Communication: Determine and employ technology specifications to evaluate projects for design, content delivery, purpose, and audience, demonstrating that process and product can be evaluated using established criteria or rubrics

12(C) Tech Communication: Select representative products to be collected and stored in an electronic evaluation tool

12(D) Tech Communication: Evaluate the product for relevance to the assignment or task

Internet (Internet Explorer) Technology Applications TEKS (6-8) back to top

Technology TEKS: 1H, 3A, 3C, 4A, 4B, 6A, 6B, 6C, 8A, 8B, 11C

1(H)  Tech Foundations: Use terminology related to the Internet appropriately including, but not limited to, electronic mail (e-mail), Uniform Resource Locators (URLs), electronic bookmarks, local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), World Wide Web (WWW) page, and HyperText Markup Language (HTML)

3(A)   Tech Foundations: Discuss copyright laws/issues and model ethical acquisition and use of digital information, citing sources using established methods

3(C)   Tech Foundations: Describe the consequences regarding copyright violations including, but not limited to, computer hacking, computer piracy, intentional virus setting, and invasion of privacy

4(A)   Tech Information Acquisition: Use strategies to locate and acquire desired information on LANs and WANs, including the Internet, intranet, and collaborative software

4(B)   Tech Information Acquisition: Apply appropriate electronic search strategies in the acquisition of information including keyword and Boolean search strategies

6(A)   Tech Information Acquisition: Determine and employ methods to evaluate the electronic information for accuracy and validity

6(B)   Tech Information Acquisition: Resolve information conflicts and validate information through accessing, researching, and comparing data

6(C)   Tech Information Acquisition: Demonstrate the ability to identify the source, location, media type, relevancy, and content validity of available information

8(A)   Tech Solving Problems: Participate with electronic communities as a learner, initiator, contributor, and teacher/mentor

8(B)   Tech Solving Problems: Complete tasks using technological collaboration such as sharing information through on-line communications

11(C) Tech Communication: Use telecommunication tools for publishing such as Internet browsers, video conferencing, or distance learning

Desktop Publishing (Publisher & Inspiration) Technology Applications TEKS (6-8) back to top

Technology TEKS: 7E, 10A, 10D, 11A, 12B, 12C, 12D

7(E)   Tech Solving Problems: Create a document using desktop publishing techniques including, but not limited to, the creation of multi-column or multi-section documents with a variety of text-wrapped frame formats

10(A) Tech Communication: Use productivity tools to create effective document files for defined audiences such as slide shows, posters, multimedia presentations, newsletters, brochures, or reports

10(D) Tech Communication: Demonstrate appropriate use of fonts, styles, and sizes, as well as effective use of graphics and page design to effectively communicate

11(A) Tech Communication: Publish information in a variety of ways including, but not limited to, printed copy, monitor display, Internet documents, and video

12(B) Tech Communication: Determine and employ technology specifications to evaluate projects for design, content delivery, purpose, and audience, demonstrating that process and product can be evaluated using established criteria or rubrics

12(C) Tech Communication: Select representative products to be collected and stored in an electronic evaluation tool

12(D) Tech Communication: Evaluate the product for relevance to the assignment or task

Distance Learning Technology Applications TEKS (6-8) back to top

Other Technology Applications TEKS (6-8) back to top

1(D)   Tech Foundations: Delineate and make necessary adjustments regarding compatibility issues including, but not limited to, digital file formats and cross platform connectivity

1(G)  Tech Foundations: Explain the differences between analog and digital technology systems and give examples of each

1(I)    Tech Foundations: Compare and contrast LANs, WANs, Internet, and intranet

2(D)   Tech Foundations: Develop strategies for capturing digital files while conserving memory and retaining image quality

3(D)   Tech Foundations: Identify the impact of technology applications on society through research, interviews, and personal observation

3(E)   Tech Foundations: Demonstrate knowledge of the relevancy of technology to future careers, life-long learning, and daily living for individuals of all ages

5(A)   Tech Information Acquisition: Identify, create, and use files in various formats such as text, bitmapped/vector graphics, image, video, and audio files

7(F)   Tech Solving Problems: Differentiate between and demonstrate the appropriate use of a variety of graphic tools found in draw and paint applications

7(G)   Tech Solving Problems: Integrate two or more productivity tools into a document including, but not limited to, tables, charts and graphs, graphics from paint or draw programs, and mail merge

7(H)   Tech Solving Problems: Use interactive virtual environments, appropriate to level, such as virtual reality or simulations

7(I)    Tech Solving Problems: Use technical writing strategies to create products such as a technical instruction guide

8(A)   Tech Solving Problems: Participate with electronic communities as a learner, initiator, contributor, and teacher/mentor

8(B)   Tech Solving Problems: Complete tasks using technological collaboration such as sharing information through on-line communications

8(C)   Tech Solving Problems: Use groupware, collaborative software, and productivity tools to create products

8(D)   Tech Solving Problems: Use technology in self-directed activities by sharing products for defined audiences

9(A)   Tech Solving Problems: Design and implement procedures to track trends, set timelines, and review/evaluate progress for continual improvement in process and product

11(C) Tech Communication: Use telecommunication tools for publishing such as Internet browsers, video conferencing, or distance learning

12(A) Tech Communication: Design and implement procedures to track trends, set timelines, and review and evaluate the product using technology tools such as database managers, daily/monthly planners, and project management tools;