Exploring Business Technologies

“I Can” and “I Will” Statements

By Mr. Free

I can use proper ergonomics and keyboarding techniques to improve accuracy and speed .

I will maintain good posture. I will keep my body centered with the G/H keys. I will keep my wrists low but not touching the

keyboard or table. I will correctly keep my fingers on the home row

keys while keeping my fingers curved and upright.

I will keep my eyes on my copy. I will key at a steady pace. I will regularly self-assess by completing my

technique checklist. I will stay on task and have a positive attitude

toward improving my technique.

I can use word processing terms to explain how assignments are created.   I will analyze and review my

vocabulary list and study guide.

I will create and review my digital vocabulary study guide by using multimedia presentation.

I will create and review my vocabulary foldable.

I will explore and complete online vocabulary activities and games.

I will explore other strategies for learning vocabulary, such as flash cards and study buddy, and discover what works for me.

I can select word processing functions to create, edit, and publish documents. 

I will open word processing software. I will create, modify, and correctly format the

assigned document. I will carefully read and accurately follow

written instructions for creating or modifying an assigned document.

I will save the document in the My Documents folder.

I will proofread and edit the document (both with and without spell check) so that the text is written with no errors in grammar, punctuation, capitalization, and spelling.

I will use print preview and print a document.

I can use technology terms to explain strategies used to complete assignments and projects (societal-ethic issues and terms, operations, hardware , and care). I will analyze and review my vocabulary list and study guide.

I will create and review my digital vocabulary study guide using multimedia presentation.

I will create and review my vocabulary foldable.

I will explore and complete online vocabulary activities and games.

I will explore other strategies for learning vocabulary, such as flash cards and study buddy, and discover what works for me.

I can demonstrate appropriate ethical behavior relating to security and privacy, and recognize possible consequences of misuse (societal-ethical issues).  I will be responsible, respectful, and safe at all times.

I will protect my privacy and respect the privacy of others.

I will protect my property and respect the property of others.

I will use technology in constructive ways and in ways which do not break the rules of my family, school, or government.

I will analyze and apply The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens’ principles and values when I use technology.

I will only post my own writing and original work.

If I need a photo that I do not have, I will choose a photo from a royalty-free clipart or picture website or gallery and provide a source.

I will only upload royalty-f music or videos after obtaining permission to share or use, and provide a source.

I can use spreadsheet terms to present and explain assignments.  

I will analyze and review my vocabulary list and study guide.

I will create and review my digital vocabulary study guide using multimedia presentation.

I will create and review my vocabulary foldable.

I will explore and complete online vocabulary activities and games.

I will explore other strategies for learning vocabulary, such as flash cards and study buddy, and discover what works for me.

I can create and use spreadsheets to study and interpret information.  

I will open spreadsheet software.

I will correctly use Merge and Center for my title.

I will correctly label columns and rows.

I will correctly key and modify labels, values, and appropriate function formulas with no errors.

I will correctly create, select, and modify charts and graphs.

I will sort correctly.

I will save the document in My Documents folder.

I will proofread and edit the document (both with and without spell check) so that the labels and values are written with no errors in grammar, punctuation, capitalization, and spelling.

I will use print preview and print a document.

I can use knowledge of database terms and functions to explain strategies used to organize and read information in assignments.

I will analyze and review my vocabulary list and study guide.

I will create and review my digital vocabulary study guide using multimedia presentation.

I will create and review my vocabulary foldable.

I will explore and complete online vocabulary activities and games.

I will explore other strategies for learning vocabulary, such as flash cards and study buddy, and discover what works for me.

I can create and use databases to organize and report data. 

I will open database software.

I will create and modify fields.

I will create and modify records.

I will create and modify entries.

I will query (filter or search) correctly.

I will sort correctly.

I will save the document in My Documents folder.

I will proofread and edit the document (both with and without spell check) so that the data is written with no errors in grammar, punctuation, capitalization, and spelling.

I will create and print a database report.

 I can use multimedia terms to explain projects.  

I will analyze and review my vocabulary list and study guide.

I will create and review my digital vocabulary study guide by using multimedia presentation.

I will create and review my vocabulary foldable.

I will explore and complete online vocabulary activities and games.

I will explore other strategies for learning vocabulary, such as flash cards and study buddy, and discover what works for me.

I can create a multimedia product using data to present information (part one of two).  I will open multimedia software.

I will select a layout that is visually appealing and contributes to the overall message with appropriate headings, text, graphics, and empty space.

I will select background and font colors that enhance the readability of the text.

I will select text/fonts that that are easy-to-read and select font size that varies appropriately for heading and text.

I will select royalty-free graphics and sound, and animations and transitions, that persist in providing an overall theme and creatively enhance the content.

I will write an introduction that is clear, coherent, relates to the topic, and draws the audience into my presentation.

I will write content clearly and concisely with a logical progression of ideas and supporting information.

I can create a multimedia product using data to present information (part two of two). 

I will write a conclusion that is clear, coherent, and related to the topic.

I will clearly identify and properly credit sources of information and graphics by using citations.

I will carefully read and accurately follow written instructions for creating or modifying an assigned multimedia presentation.

I will save the file in the My Documents folder.

I will proofread and edit the multimedia presentation (both with and without spell check) so that the text is written with no errors in grammar, punctuation, capitalization, and spelling.

I will view and present my slide show from the beginning, either manually or automatically with timings.

I can use terms to describe telecommunications/Internet tools and resources used to complete assignments.  I will analyze and review my vocabulary list and

study guide.

I will create and review my digital vocabulary study guide by using multimedia presentation.

I will create and review my vocabulary foldable.

I will explore and complete online vocabulary activities and games.

I will explore other strategies for learning vocabulary, such as flash cards and study buddy, and discover what works for me.

I can show knowledge of Copyright and Fair Use Guidelines by explaining selection and use of Internet resources in assignments.   I will only post my own writing and

original work.

If I need a photo that I do not have, I will choose a photo from a royalty-free clipart site or gallery and provide a source.

I will only upload music or videos after obtaining permission to share or use, and provide a source.

Credits

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