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What is TechnoKids Computer Curriculum?

TechnoKids Computer Curriculum is a collection of technology projects that contain lesson plans and resources for teachers that can be used to integrate technology into curriculum.

Technology projects are available in 6 categories:

  • Primary
  • Junior
  • Intermediate
  • Senior
  • Camp
  • Teacher

What is a Technology Project?

A technology project is instructional material that contains detailed lesson plans that teachers can use to integrate technology into curriculum. A technology project includes a teacher guide, student workbook, and customizable resource files. Technology projects can be used to create:

  • reports
  • presentations
  • websites
  • stories
  • posters
  • magazines
  • poems
  • videos
  • articles

What is Project Based Learning?

TechnoKids Computer Curriculum uses a project-based approach to learning. Instead of students learning technology skills in isolation, they learn them in the context of completing a project that is personally meaningful.

Project-based learning allows each child to select a topic based on their interests. However, everyone in the class learns the same technology skills. This approach promotes critical and creative thinking by using the computer as a problem solving tool. more


What is a Teacher Guide?

A teacher guide is the manual that contains the instructions needed to complete a project. It is in PDF format. A teacher guide is divided into sessions.

Each session introduces a new “big idea” or problem solving task that directly relates to the theme of the project. The session is then divided into assignments which are small steps needed to complete the task. more

  • material list
  • preparation steps
  • learning objectives
  • detailed lesson plans
  • review questions
  • skill reviews

What is a Student Workbook?

Student workbooks contain step-by-step instructions about how to use the computer to complete the assignment. In addition, there are worksheets with fill-in-the-blank, short answer, and multiple choice questions, as well as self-evaluation checklists, planning sheets, and information about program tools and terminology.

Student workbooks are designed so that students can work independently to complete lesson activities. The workbook is in PDF format. The use of student workbooks is optional. more


What Are Resource Files?

Resources are digital files that aid during instruction. They are customizable. Resources include:

  • assessment tools
  • sample files
  • extension activities
  • parent letters
  • flashcards
  • templates
  • Internet favorites
  • certificates

What Software Do I Need?

TechnoKids has technology projects with lesson plans for Microsoft and Adobe applications:

  • Word
  • Excel
  • PowerPoint
  • Access
  • Movie Maker
  • Internet Explorer
  • Publisher
  • Flash
  • Photoshop

I am extremely satisfied with your products. I find the lessons are excellent for my 5th and 6th grade computer literacy students. I am now focusing on TechnoEditor and the students are enjoying it. One of my students this morning said "Where do you learn all this stuff?". Thanks for your great products.
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TECHNOKIDS COMPUTER CURRICULUM

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Primary: A set of technology projects that introduce primary students to the basics of using the computer in a fun way.
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Junior: A set of technology projects designed for elementary students that can be used to create movies, reports, presentations, and more!
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Intermediate: A set of technology projects for middle school students that challenge them to produce web pages, advertisements, and more!

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Senior: A set of technology projects for high school students to teach advanced computer skills using real-world applications.

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Camp: A set of technology projects for children ages 7-12 that can be used for a computer club, after school classes, or school fundraiser.

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Teacher: A set of technology projects for professional development that teachers can use to learn Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.


What Technology Project is Right For Me?

There are several ways to select a project:

  1. Follow the project matrix.
  2. Integrate a project into an existing curriculum unit.
  3. Consider the technology skill you want to teach.
  4. Pick a project based on student interests.


What Technology Skills Do Students Learn?

Technology skills are gradually introduced in each technology project. Included with the lesson plans are review questions and skill reviews for students to practice their learning. TechnoKids has technology projects that teach:

  • word processing
  • presentations
  • spreadsheets
  • Internet
  • databases
  • desktop publishing
  • photo editing
  • computer animation
  • programming
  • video production

How Do the Projects Integrate into Curriculum?

Technology integration is the blending of computer-related learning activities into curriculum to have students acquire, organize, demonstrate, and communicate information. TechnoKids technology projects easily integrate into curriculum. The activities enhance learning in the following subject areas: more

  • language arts
  • social studies
  • geography
  • history
  • mathematics
  • visual arts
  • drama
  • science

TechnoKids Computer Curriculum is Not Software

TechnoKids Computer Curriculum uses a data CD to hold the technology projects. Although TechnoKids Computer Curriculum is provided to customers on a CD it is not software. It is simply digital teaching tools.

The TechnoKids data CD acts as a container, holding the technology projects. The CD does not automatically install files. Instead, you must open the CD to view the contents. Each technology project is organized into a folder on the CD. Inside each folder, is a teacher guide, workbook, and resource files for a specific technology project. You use the CD to print the teacher guides and workbooks, as well as copy the resources for students to access the files.


CD or Download

TechnoKids Computer Curriculum comes in two forms: CD and Digital Download. If you order a package or set then the technology projects are placed on a CD. You can also create a custom CD that contains three or more technology projects.
If you order one or two TechnoKids technology projects, you will be able to download the instructional materials to your computer. The technology projects are in a compressed format or "zipped". Once you extract the files, you will be able to access the teacher guide, workbooks, and resource files.

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Learn More About Us

Learn more about TechnoKids Computer Curriculum:

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Overview Document
A detailed booklet that describes each technokids project.

Project Matrix
A document that sequences the projects according to level.




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