Digital Literacy / Technology Applications (6th, 7th, 8th Grade)
Digital Literacy for 6th Grade
About the Course
Digital Literacy for 6th Grade introduces students to various digital concepts, programs, and tools, granting them greater understanding of the technology that influences their lives. They’ll learn to use this newfound knowledge to solve problems and grow into responsible digital citizens.
SAMPLE LESSON
Introduction to Google Docs - Unit 1
Each lesson includes media-rich presentations, a pre-made lesson plan, assessments and engaging real-world projects and activities. To get an idea of what iCEV offers, explore the sample lesson and resources below.
Lesson Resources:
6th Grade Course Lessons
- Connecting to Careers: Animator
- Connecting to Careers: Educational Technology & Research
- Connecting to Careers: Entrepreneur - Technology Startup
- Connecting to Careers: Esports Strategist
- Connecting to Careers: Patient Experience & Clinical Safety Specialist
- Connecting to Careers: Product Marketing Manager
- Connecting to Careers: Video Engineer
- Connecting to STEM Careers: Mass Communications
- Dangers of the Internet
- History of Technology
- Introduction to Audio Production
- Introduction to Computational Thinking
- Introduction to Data
- Introduction to Digital Citizenship: Ethics & Laws
- Introduction to Digital Citizenship: Social Interactions
- Introduction to File Management & Cloud Computing
- Introduction to Google Docs™ - Unit 1 (Getting Started)
- Introduction to Google Docs™ - Unit 2 (Word Processing Techniques)
- Introduction to Google Docs™ - Unit 3 (Desktop Publishing Techniques)
- Introduction to Google Docs™ - Unit 4 (Review)
- Introduction to Google Sheets - Unit 1 (Getting Started)
- Introduction to Google Sheets - Unit 2 (Common Spreadsheet Tasks)
- Introduction to Google Sheets - Unit 3 (Creating & Displaying Data)
- Introduction to Google Sheets - Unit 4 (Review)
- Introduction to Google Slides™ - Unit 1 (Getting Started)
- Introduction to Google Slides™ - Unit 2 (Presentation Creation)
- Introduction to Google Slides™ - Unit 3 (Finalizing Presentations)
- Introduction to Google Slides™ - Unit 4 (Review) - CC
- Introduction to Graphic Design
- Introduction to Keyboarding
- Introduction to Programming
- Introduction to the Innovative Design Process
- Introduction to Using Technology
- Introduction to Video Production
- Online Researching Guidelines
- Tech Apps Challenge: A Day in the Life of a Student
- Tech Apps Challenge: About Me Digital Poster
- Tech Apps Challenge: App Screencast
- Tech Apps Challenge: Favorite Hobby or Activity Podcast
- Tech Apps Challenge: Favorite Restaurant Webpage
- Tech Apps Challenge: Local Attractions Infographic
- Tech Apps Challenge: Policy or Rule Change Blog
- Tech Apps Challenge: Recipe Slideshow
- Tech Apps Challenge: Student Prizes Spreadsheet
- Tech Apps Challenge: What Is Your Passion Documentary
Digital Literacy for 7th Grade
About the Course
Digital Literacy for 7th Grade requires students to take a deeper look at topics such as using digital tools, developing lifelong technology skills and protecting themselves online.
SAMPLE LESSON
Principles of Google Slides – Unit 1
Each lesson includes media-rich presentations, a pre-made lesson plan, assessments and engaging real-world projects and activities. To get an idea of what iCEV offers, explore the sample lesson and resources below.
Lesson Resources:
7th Grade Course Lessons
- Connecting to Careers: Data Scientist
- Connecting to Careers: Digital Learning Specialist
- Connecting to Careers: Ocean Engineer
- Connecting to Careers: Software Engineer Manager
- Connecting to Careers: Videographer
- Connecting to STEM Careers: Electronic Design Engineer
- Connecting to STEM Careers: Software Engineer
- Connecting to STEM Careers: Technical Writer
- Online Researching Tips
- Principles of Audio Production
- Principles of Computational Thinking
- Principles of Data
- Principles of Digital Citizenship: Ethics & Laws
- Principles of Digital Citizenship: Social Interactions
- Principles of File Management & Cloud Computing
- Principles of Google Docs™ - Unit 1 (Getting Started)
- Principles of Google Docs™ - Unit 2 (Word Processing Techniques)
- Principles of Google Docs™ - Unit 3 (Desktop Techniques)
- Principles of Google Docs™ - Unit 4 (Review)
- Principles of Google Sheets - Unit 1 (Getting Started)
- Principles of Google Sheets - Unit 2 (Common Spreadsheet Tasks)
- Principles of Google Sheets - Unit 3 (Creating & Displaying Data)
- Principles of Google Sheets - Unit 4 (Review)
- Principles of Google Slides™ - Unit 1 (Getting Started)
- Principles of Google Slides™ - Unit 2 (Presentation Creation)
- Principles of Google Slides™ - Unit 3 (Finalizing Presentations)
- Principles of Google Slides™ - Unit 4 (Review)
- Principles of Graphic Design
- Principles of Keyboarding
- Principles of the Innovative Design Process
- Principles of Using Technology
- Principles of Video Production
- Programming Principles
- Protecting Yourself Online
- Tech Apps Challenge: Classmate Interview Podcast
- Tech Apps Challenge: College & Post-Secondary Infographic
- Tech Apps Challenge: Digital Quiz
- Tech Apps Challenge: Digital School Map
- Tech Apps Challenge: Extracurricular Webpage
- Tech Apps Challenge: Field Trip Pitch Deck
- Tech Apps Challenge: New School Mascot Design
- Tech Apps Challenge: School Documentary
- Tech Apps Challenge: Time Management Spreadsheet
- Tech Apps Challenge: Tutoring Explainer Video
- Technologies of Yesterday & Today
Digital Literacy for 8th Grade
About the Course
Digital Literacy for 8th Grade delves deeper into students applying and analyzing their use of various technology applications. Throughout the course, students are challenged with creating various projects utilizing different technology applications and development processes.
SAMPLE LESSON
Fundamentals of Google Docs
Each lesson includes media-rich presentations, a pre-made lesson plan, assessments and engaging real-world projects and activities. To get an idea of what iCEV offers, explore the sample lesson and resources below.
Lesson Resources:
8th Grade Course Lessons
- Connecting to Careers: Esports Coordinator
- Connecting to Careers: Podcaster
- Connecting to Careers: Software Engineer
- Connecting to Careers: Video Editor
- Connecting to Careers: Web Designer
- Connecting to STEM Careers: Computer Programmer
- Connecting to STEM Careers: Cybersecurity Engineer
- Connecting to STEM Careers: Engineering
- Fundamentals of Audio Production
- Fundamentals of Computational Thinking
- Fundamentals of Data
- Fundamentals of Digital Citizenship: Ethics & Laws
- Fundamentals of Digital Citizenship: Social Interactions
- Fundamentals of File Management & Cloud Computing
- Fundamentals of Google Docs™ - Unit 1 (Getting Started)
- Fundamentals of Google Docs™ - Unit 2 (Word Processing Techniques)
- Fundamentals of Google Docs™ - Unit 3 (Desktop Publishing Techniques)
- Fundamentals of Google Docs™ - Unit 4 (Review)
- Fundamentals of Google Sheets - Unit 1 (Getting Started)
- Fundamentals of Google Sheets - Unit 2 (Common Spreadsheet Tasks)
- Fundamentals of Google Sheets - Unit 3 (Creating & Displaying Data)
- Fundamentals of Google Sheets - Unit 4 (Review)
- Fundamentals of Google Slides™ - Unit 1 (Getting Started)
- Fundamentals of Google Slides™ - Unit 2 (Presentation Creation)
- Fundamentals of Google Slides™ - Unit 3 (Finalizing Presentations)
- Fundamentals of Google Slides™ - Unit 4 (Review)
- Fundamentals of Graphic Design
- Fundamentals of Keyboarding
- Fundamentals of Programming
- Fundamentals of the Innovative Design Process
- Fundamentals of Using Technology
- Fundamentals of Video Production
- Identifying & Managing Cyber Threats
- Online Researching Tips
- Tech Apps Challenge: 100 Years of Career Documentary
- Tech Apps Challenge: Career Infographic
- Tech Apps Challenge: Career Interest Survey
- Tech Apps Challenge: Career Jingles
- Tech Apps Challenge: Career Podcast
- Tech Apps Challenge: Future Budget Spreadsheet
- Tech Apps Challenge: Future Me Sticker
- Tech Apps Challenge: Job Search Screencast
- Tech Apps Challenge: Pathways to Career Success Game
- Tech Apps Challenge: Public Service Announcement
- Technology: Past, Present & Future
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