Technology Class

Discover, Create, Conquer the Digital World

Welcome

This course is designed for students to develop fundamental technology skills through hands-on activities, creative exploration, and problem solving.

Units

Unit 1: Technology Fundamentals

Objectives: Basic use of Google Apps, safe browsing, digital writing.

  • Understand what a computer is and its main components
  • Explore the steps of the problem-solving process

Unit 2: Programming with Scratch

Objectives: Create animations, interactive games and solve problems with logic.

  • Create and format documents with Google Docs
  • Design simple presentations using Google Slides
  • Input and organize data in Google Sheets

Unit 3: Spreadsheets

Objectives: Use basic formulas, conditional functions and analyze data.

  • Draw shapes and images programmatically
  • Create sprite-based animations and simple games
  • Apply computer science concepts and the design process

Unit 4: Web Development

Topics: Create and publish a website using HTML and CSS. (8th grade)

  • Structure content using HTML
  • Style webpages using CSS
  • Develop a multipage website for a specific audience

Unit 5: Programming with Scratch

Topics: Creative coding with blocks, animations, stories, and simple games. (6th grade)

  • Learn basic coding logic with blocks
  • Build interactive stories and animations
  • Create simple games using Scratch tools

Typing Practice

Topics: Improve keyboard speed and accuracy through regular practice. (All grades)

  • Increase typing speed through repetition
  • Improve typing accuracy with guided exercises
  • Establish healthy keyboard habits