Surfing The Information Highway
Rules For The Ridemonitor ©2003
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SUBJECTS:   Technology and Any Course Preparing To Use Technology, Art

GRADE LEVEL:  K - 12

LEARNER OUTCOMES:

  • Students will be knowledgeable about the proper care and handling of computers.
DURATION OF LESSON:  1-12  Class Periods of 45 Minutes Each

MATERIALS: 

  • Computer With Internet Access
  • Speakers
  • Printer
  • Copier
  • PowerPoint Software
  • Microsoft Office Word Software
  • Internet Explorer or Netscape Communicator Software
  • Projector (Optional)
TECHNOLOGY/COURSEWARE:
  • Internet Explorer or Netscape
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
TEACHER NOTES:
  • Follow IEPs
  • Review Taking Care of Your Computer  To Prepare For Presenting This Lesson
  • Gather Materials For Students To Create Posters
  • Students should have AUP on file to complete the on-line optional Internet activities and meet WVDE Policy 2460 Requirements
  • Evaluation Rubric Included In This Lesson
PROCEDURE:  Taking Care of Your Computer MODIFICATIONS:
  • Modifications based on IEP of individual students
  • Optional assignments for anyone without an AUP if the students are to complete the optional on-line activities
ENRICHMENT ACTIVITIES: Taking Care of Your Laptop EVALUATION/ASSESSMENT:
  • Rubric Evaluation With Students Achieving At Least A Minimum Satisfactory Rating 


West Virginia Standards:

Art Appreciation 

  • Understanding and applying media, techniques, and processes.
  • Reflecting upon and assessing the characteristics and merits of their work and the work of others.
  • Identify and analyze purposes and results of criticism in written or oral form.*
  • Use the critical process (description, analysis, interpretation, evaluation) in critiquing works of art.*
  • Develop an awareness of different philosophies of art or aesthetic viewpoints.*
Technology  Standards Across The Curriculum As Per West Virginia Department of Education Policy 2520
  • Driver Education
  • Fine Arts
  • Foreign Language
  • Health
  • Mathematics
  • Physical Education
  • Reading and Language Arts
  • Science
  • Social Studies


National Standards:

Art Connections

 1. Understands connections among the various art forms and other disciplines 

Technology Across The Curriculum

  • Standard 1
    • Knows the characteristics and uses of computer hardware and operating systems
  • Level   I   Grade :   K-2
    •  1. Knows basic computer hardware (e.g., keyboard and mouse, printer, monitor, output, hard and floppy disk, case for the CPU [central processing unit])
    • 2. Powers-up computer, monitor, and starts a computer program (e.g., checks that printer is     switched on and on-line; reboots the computer when necessary)
    • 5. Handles diskettes and other computer equipment with care
  • Level   II   Grade :   3-5
    •  3. Knows potential hazards to computer media (e.g., the damage caused to floppies by magnetic fields, dirt, and dust; caused to computers by excessive heat, smoke, and moisture)
    • 4. Knows basic facts about networked computers (e.g., computers can connect to each other via modem and telephone line, or through local network systems, or internet and intranet)
  • Level   III   Grade :   6-8
    • 1. Knows the differing capacities and trade-offs for computer storage media, such as CD-ROMs, floppy disks, hard disks, and tape drives
  • Level   IV   Grade :   9-12
    • 1. Knows of significant advances in computers and peripherals (e.g., data scanners, digital cameras)
Job/Career Clusters: 
  • Business & Marketing
  • Engineering
  • Family
  • Health
  • Human Services

References:


*Although I have received permission from Jan's Illustrated Computer Literacy 101, individual teachers should request permission at the site if they wish to log in an entire class.
 

Taking Care of Your Computer
  1. Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. 
  2. Do not place near sources of heat, such as a radiator. 
  3. Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0°C (32°F) or above 50°C (122°F). 
  4. Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields. 
  5. Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture. 
  6. Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer. 
  7. Do not subject the computer to heavy shock and vibration. 
  8. Do not expose the computer to dust and dirt. 
  9. Never place objects on top of the computer to avoid damaging the computer. 
  10. Never place the computer on uneven surfaces. 
  11. Avoid eating or drinking in the area where the computer is located. 
  12. Most drinks will cause serious damage if spilled on a monitor or keyboard. 
  13. Food and drink are prohibited from student computer labs. 
  14. To prevent damage, do not move a computer while it is running. 
  15. Repeatedly turning the computer on and off can also cause problems, as starting up stresses the hard disk. 
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Taking Care of your AC Adapter
Here are some ways to take care of your AC adapter:
  1. Do not connect the adapter to any other device. 
  2. Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it. Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from personal traffic. 
  3. When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug. 
  4. The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension cord. Also, the total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating.
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Taking Care of your Battery Pack

Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack:
  1. Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Turn the power off before removing or replacing batteries. 
  2. Do not tamper with batteries. Keep them away from children. 
  3. Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Recycle if at all possible. 
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Taking Care of your Computer's Files
Passwords

Three passwords are used to protect your computer from unauthorized access. When set, no one can access the computer without entering the correct password.

These are the passwords you can set:

  1. Setup Password. Secures your computer against unauthorized access to the BIOS Utility. 
  2. Power-on Password. Secures your computer against unauthorized use.
  3. Hard Disk Password. Secures your hard disk against unauthorized use.
Important! Do not forget your password! If you forget your password, you need to contact your dealer.

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Taking Care of your Laptop's Security
  1. Caring for your computer also means you need to protect it and your data from unauthorized use. The computer's security features help protect and guard your computer and your data.
  2. A security keylock located on the left side of the computer lets you connect a Kensington-compatible key-based computer security lock.
  3. Wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or locked drawer handle. Insert the lock into the security keylock notch and turn the key to secure the lock.

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Unit Lessons:
Lesson 1:  Surfing The Information Highway
Lesson 2:  Acceptable Use Policy
Lesson 3:  Netiquette
Lesson 4:  Copyright Law
Lesson 5:  Internet Safety
Gordon Carter**Karen White**Linda Cline

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