District/School Administration PK-16 Program Support Educational Technology
Technology Toolkit

The Patchwork Quilt
Westfield Public Schools

Learning Standards

Learning standards addressed

Massachusetts Foreign Languages Curriculum Framework

Composition Strand (Writing)
Grades PreK-4
19.13 Write an account based on personal experience that has a clear focus and sufficient supporting detail.

Composition Strand (Organizing Ideas in Writing)
Grades PreK-4
23.5 Organize ideas for an account of personal experience in a way that makes sense.

Massachusetts Mathematics Curriculum Framework

Measurement Strand
Grades 3-4
4.M.1 Demonstrate an understanding of such attributes as length, area, weight, and volume, and select the appropriate type of unit for measuring each attribute.
4.M.4: Estimate and find area and perimeter of a rectangle, triangle, or irregular shape using diagrams, models, and grids or by measuring.

Technology performance indicators addressed

Massachusetts Recommended PreK-12 Instructional Technology Standards (2001)

Standard 1. Demonstrate proficiency in the use of computers and applications as well as an understanding of concepts underlying hardware, software, and connectivity.
Grades PreK-4
1.1 Develop basic skills for using hardware and applications (e.g., open/close a file, navigate using scroll bars, arrow keys, special keys, and mouse).
1.4 Explore basic formatting features of a word processing program (at teacher's discretion).
1.6 Explore and understand the basic function and purpose of a spreadsheet.

Standard 3. Demonstrate ability to use technology for research, problem-solving, and communication. Students locate, evaluate, collect, and process information from a variety of electronic sources. Students use telecommunications and other media to interact or collaborate with peers, experts, and other audiences.
Grades PreK-4
3.2 Explore the use of application programs (e.g., word processing, database, spreadsheet) for organizing information into charts, tables, and diagrams.
3.4 Collaborate with classmates and teacher in creating a multimedia presentation to communicate learning with others.

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