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Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

Technology: Virtually Martha

Subject Area

Digital Literacy and Computer Science

Grade(s)

K, 3

Overview

In this MARTHA SPEAKS video, follow Martha as she takes a made-up journey inside Alice’s computer. Students learn how computers can be used to communicate with other people and explore how to attach files to an email, store files in a folder, and send emails to others through a computer. When used as a part of Martha’s True Stories Buddies Program, buddy pairs watch the video, then plan out and write an email to Martha. 

    Digital Literacy and Computer Science (2018) Grade(s): KG

    DLCS18.K.6

    Recognize ways in which computing devices make certain tasks easier.

    Unpacked Content

    UP:DLCS18.K.6

    Vocabulary

    • communicate
    • map
    • directions
    • research

    Knowledge

    Students know:
    • computing devices can be used to simplify many tasks in life.

    Skills

    Students are able to:
    • identify how computing devices can make tasks such as communicating, directions, and research easier.

    Understanding

    Students understand that:
    • computing devices can make tasks easier.
    Digital Literacy and Computer Science (2018) Grade(s): 3

    DLCS18.3.12

    Identify and discuss ways that access to technology helps empower individuals and groups.

    Unpacked Content

    UP:DLCS18.3.12

    Vocabulary

    • empower

    Knowledge

    Students know:
    • access to technology connects individuals and groups to communicate with others with similar interest, share knowledge and resources, and connect with others to meet needs.

    Skills

    Students are able to:
    • explain ways having access to technology empowers individuals and groups locally and/or globally.

    Understanding

    Students understand that:
    • technology access enables you to connect with others you would not be able to connect without technology, work together to meet needs of individuals and/or groups, and obtain information easily or share resources.
    Link to Resource

    CR Resource Type

    Audio/Video

    Resource Provider

    PBS
    Accessibility
    License

    License Type

    CUSTOM
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