Grade 6 Technology Applications BC Learning Standards

self-monitors personal goals and diagnoses deficiencies of digital competence required for reaching these goals

adapts smoothly to new technology, and learns how to use them, and integrates them into his/her environment

earns how to work with any new digital technology by trying it out, and using its internal guidance and help

uses ICT resources to safely expand his/her own knowledge and connect to the world

Learning About And With Digital Technologies

uses different ICT in a way that helps to achieve certain results more quickly, or more easily, or to achieve better results

arranges and develop his/her personal working environment as an effective and reliable system.

Seamless Use Demonstrating Self-Efficacy

knows the range of things that can be done using ICT/Internet

understands the potential of digital devices and resources for her/his schoolwork

selects and uses applications effectively and productively (e.g. chooses the most appropriate technologies according to the task)

Informed Decision Making

participates in society through online engagement in democratic actions (e.g. lobbying, petitions, parliament)

searches, collects, process, evaluates, shares, and stores data and information using various devices, applications, or cloud services

is able to download and access different information types from the Internet

Use in Everyday Life

can solve programmatic problems by decomposing them into smaller parts

can design, write and debug programs that accomplish specific goals, such as controlling or simulating physical systems

possesses general computer skills (typing, using computers, launching a new program)

knows about the existence of various operating systems and understands the differences between them.

General Knowledge And Functional Skills

Technology Operations and Concepts

communicates through ICT (e.g. email, instant messaging, video conferencing)

contributes to project teams to produce original works or solve problems

communicates information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences using a variety of media and formats

interacts, collaborates, co-constructs content, and publishes with peers, experts, or others employing a variety of digital environments and media

Technology Mediated Communication And Collaboration

Communication and Collaboration

is aware of environmental issues related to the use of digital technologies

understands the role of ICT in everyday life, in social life and at work

Understanding And Awareness of the Role of ICT in Society

exhibits a positive attitude towards learning about emerging digital technologies

manages the potentially distracting aspects of working digitally

has a general level of confidence to experiment with new technologies, but also to reject inappropriate technologies

assesses and reduces/avoids technology related threats to his/her health

has a positive, but realistic attitude towards the benefits and risks associated with information technologies

exhibits a positive attitude toward using technology that supports collaboration, learning, and productivity

Balanced Attitude Towards Technology

considers legal and ethical principles of use and publication of information

Legal And Ethical Aspects

understands copyright and licence rules, fair use, and the rights he/she has as a creator

Creative Credit And Copyright

is aware of the gender stereotypes that exist in video games, virtual worlds and elsewhere on the Internet

understands that presenting themselves in different ways online carries both benefits and risks

is aware of his/her media habits and the array of media he/she uses on a weekly basis, and the role of digital media in his/her life

Self-image And Identity

understands his/her responsibility to protect the privacy of others when posting information about them online

understands that everything they or anyone else posts about them online becomes part of a public online presence known as a digital footprint

understands the benefits of sharing information online and the potential risks of sharing inappropriate information

is aware that he/she has a digital footprint and that this information can be searched, copied, and passed on, and that he/she can take some control based on what he/she posts online

Digital Footprint And Reputation

understands the difference between being a passive bystander and an active intervener in cyberbullying situations

distinguishes good-natured teasing from cyberbullying

Cyberbullying

is aware of the benefits of online communication and able to handle situations of online behaviour that may make him or her uncomfortable

Relationships And Communication

knows strategies for guarding against identity theft and scams that try to access his/her private information online

Privacy And Security

acknowledges the benefits of online talk and messaging, but knows how to handle situations or online behavior which may make them feel uncomfortable

Internet Safety

Digital Citizenship

uses digital technology to identify trends and forecast possibilities

uses digital models and simulations to explore complex systems and issues

uses a variety of digital media (text, images, audio, and movie) to express him/herself creatively

Specialized And Advanced Skills for Creative Expression

Creativity and Innovation

creates knowledge representations (e.g. mind maps, diagrams) using digital media

uses digital technology to plan and manage activities to develop a solution or complete a project

uses digital technology to identify and define authentic problems and significant questions for investigation

Specialized And Advanced Skills For Learning

Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision Making

gathers relevant digital information, e.g. other users experiences, and assesses the quality of goods based on that information

compares, contrasts, and synthesizes information from diverse sources (triangulates information) before it is used in a knowledge-making process

Information Processing And Management

understands that to conduct effective and efficient online searches, he/she must use a variety of searching strategies

evaluates and selects information sources and digital tools based on the appropriateness to specific tasks

understands that anyone can publish on the Web, so not all sites are equally trustworthy

Information Literacy

Research and Information Literacy

Digital Literacy Framework Grade 6

Big Ideas

Entrepreneurship and Marketing

Food Studies

Media Arts

Metalwork

Power Technology

Robotics

Textiles

Woodwork

Applied Design

Applied Skills

Applied Technologies

Content

Computational Thinking

Computers and Communications Devices

Digital Literacy

Drafting

ways in which wood is used in local cultural and economic contexts

range of uses of textiles

a robot is a machine capable of carrying out a complex series of actions automatically

power is the rate at which energy is transformed

characteristics and uses of metals

digital and non-digital media, and their distinguishing characteristics and uses

basic food handling and simple preparation techniques and equipment

role of entrepreneurship in designing and making products and services

technical drawing, including sketching techniques and manual drafting techniques

Internet safety

computer system architecture, including hardware and software, network infrastructure (local), intranet/Internet, and personal communication devices

simple algorithms that reflect computational thinking

Select, and as needed learn about, appropriate tools and technologies to extend their capability to complete a task

Demonstrate an awareness of precautionary and emergency safety procedures in both physical and digital environments

Decide on how and with whom to share their product

Identify and use appropriate tools, technologies, and materials for production

Test the first version of the product or the prototype

Identify and use sources of information

Generate potential ideas and add to others' ideas

Choose a design opportunity

Empathize with potential users to find issues and uncover needs and potential design opportunities

Understanding context

Design can be responsive to identified needs.

characteristics of wood as a material

variety of textile materials

uses of robotics

forms of energy

metalworking techniques and processes using hand tools

techniques for using images, sounds, and text to communicate information, settings, ideas, and story structure

factors in ingredient use, including balanced eating/nutrition, function, and dietary restrictions

market niche

elements of plans and drawings

digital self-image, citizenship, relationships, and communication

strategies for identifying and troubleshooting simple hardware and software problems

visual representations of problems and data

Identify the personal, social, and environmental impacts, including unintended negative consequences, of the choices they make about technology use

Identify and evaluate the skills and skill levels needed, individually or as a group, in relation to a specific task, and develop them as needed

Demonstrate their product and describe their process, using appropriate terminology and providing reasons for their selected solution and modifications

Make a plan for production that includes key stages, and carry it out, making changes as needed

Gather peer and/or user and/or expert feedback and inspiration

Develop a plan that identifies key stages and resources

Screen ideas against criteria and constraints

Identify key features or potential users and their requirements

Defining

Complex tasks require the acquisition of additional skills.

woodworking techniques and basic joinery using hand tools

hand construction techniques for producing and/or repairing textile items

main components of robots: sensors, control systems, and effectors

energy is conserved

metals as a non-renewable resource

media technologies and techniques to capture, edit, and manipulate images, sounds, and text for specific purposes

factors that influence food choices, including cost, availability, and family and cultural influences

branding of products, services, institutions, or places

simple computer-aided drafting programs

legal and ethical considerations, including creative credit and copyright, and cyberbullying

function of input and output devices, including 3D printing and adaptive technologies for those with special needs

evolution of programming languages

Identify how the land, natural resources, and culture influence the development and use of tools and technologies

Evaluate their product against their criteria and explain how it contributes to the individual, family, community, and/or environment

Use materials in ways that minimize waste

Make changes, troubleshoot, and test again

Explore and test a variety of materials for effective use

Evaluate personal, social, and environmental impacts and ethical considerations

Ideating

Identify criteria for success and any constraints

Complex tasks may require multiple tools and technologies

consumer concerns that influence textile choices, including availability, cost, function (e.g., waterproof), and textile care

various ways that objects can move

devices that transform energy

influences of digital media for the purpose of communication and self-expression

pricing product/service, including decision to seek profit or break even

methods for personal media management

ergonomics in use of computers and computing devices

visual programming

Reflect on their design thinking and processes, and evaluate their ability to work effectively both as individuals and collaboratively in a group, including their ability to share and maintain an efficient co-operative work space

Construct a first version of the product or a prototype, as appropriate, making changes to tools, materials, and procedures as needed

Prototyping

Choose an idea to pursue

programming and logic for robotics components

role of basic financial record-keeping and budgeting

search techniques, how search results are selected and ranked, and criteria for evaluating search results

effective and efficient keyboarding techniques

Identify new design issues

Testing

Record iterations of prototyping

various platforms for robotics

strategies to identify personal learning networks

Making

Sharing