Pre-K Technology Application TEKS

The Pre-K TEKS are written to prepare children to become 21st century learners. The TEKS include using and navigating through a variety of software, accessing information through technology, and using vocabulary such as mouse, keyboard, touch screen, and CD. These are the basic skills that allow children to begin using the technology that is available to them and to prepare them for their future use with technology.

One of the TEKS that is repeated grades PK - 8 is the keyboard. The foundation is set in PK where they show mastery by just knowing and identifying the keyboard. In grades K-2 they begin using the keyboard by inputting information through the keyboard. This allows multiple opportunities throughout the years to acquired the necessary skills for the next skill. In grades 3-5 students are required to use proper keyboarding techniques and again are given three years to master their skills. Grades 6-8 require students to demonstrate keyboarding proficiency in technique and posture while building speed. Each year the skills scaffold from the previous year with several years to master the skill.