Early Childhood Standards of Quality for ... - State of Michigan

ELE: EARLY SKILLS IN USING TECHNOLOGYExamples of Experiences and Strategies• Staff presents technology concepts and terms multiple times usingvarious materials and methods to acquaint children with their use.• Adults use correct terminology when helping children use computers andother technology tools.Questions for Reflection1. Are both photographic and print labels used to support children’s learningabout computer components and other technological devices?2. Are adults familiar with and proficient in the use of various hardwareor software adaptations that can facilitate children’s use of technology,especially for children with disabilities?3. Do you hear children using the correct terms? Does it appear that theycan communicate their desires or needs when using the computer?4. Are children using the correct names for computer components in theirconversations with peers or reminded of the correct terms, either byrephrasing or restating the child’s comments when adults are near?5. In what ways are children encouraged in their use of computers andsupported when new programs are introduced?3. Early Learning Expectation: Children work cooperatively withothers while using technology tools.Children typically:1. Talk, ask questions, solve problems, and share ideas with peers andadults, when using computers and other technology tools.2. Work cooperatively when other children are present at the computer.3. Begin to state and follow rules for using the computer and othertechnology tools.Examples of Experiences and Strategies• Children of diverse abilities and languages are encouraged to workcooperatively with technology tools.• Adults post simple rules near the equipment; e.g., both words andsymbols represent rules and processes.• Children use technology materials and centers in a similar manner asother materials and centers; e.g., there is no special computer time andthey are not taken to a special computer lab away from the classroom.• Children learn to share, take turns, or wait for their turn to use technologyand find ways to use that time in other activities.136 Michigan Department of Education