This 2.5 minute video shows Kindergarten students with Debora Daniels and 5th grade students using Lenovo ThinkPad Tablet PCs and DyKnow, a presentation system at Kings Ridge Christian School outside Atlanta.
Lower School students (grades K-5) use basic keyboarding, academic skill reinforcement using developmentally appropriate software, and writing and illustrating simple words and sentences in a multi-media format.
Middle School students (grades 6-8) develop skills in keyboarding, computer basics, file management, word processing, Internet, spreadsheet, graphics, and multimedia. Specific skills will include but are not limited to, collection and application of data, ethical and legal aspects of technology, text and page layout, manipulating graphics, concepts of programming, multimedia expression, and web page creation. These skills are taught through a series of projects integrated directly into a student’s curriculum. Teachers work with a technology specialist in order to create projects that teach the skills in a meaningful manner.
Upper School students (grades 9-12) develop skills in word processing, Internet, global communication, spreadsheet, graphics, desktop publishing, and multimedia. They collect and apply data, learn ethical and legal aspects of technology, manipulate graphics, learn text and page layout skills, create web pages, and use various multimedia tools to express their views and creativity. They develop these skills through a series of projects integrated into the curriculum. Teachers work with a technology specialist in order to create projects that combine their curriculum and technology in a meaningful manner. Students use computers in semester and year long elective classes, including: AP Programming, Digital Media (Video Editing), Computer Graphics, Desktop Publishing, Web Publishing, and Independent Study.
I was amazed by what they could do. It clearly shows potential school uses for more students.
The video is a little slow to load and is prefaced by a brief commercial for an air conditioner company – so be patient if you opt to follow the link.
King’s Ridge Christian School an independent college preparatory school in the Atlanta metro area.
The video was shot by a local Atlanta news channel.