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Grade 6 - Full Connection List
| Below are the connections between the indicators of this subject area and the indicators in the other subject areas. | |
| Nature of Technology | |
| A1. Recognize that there are multiple factors associated with developing products and systems. | |
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Science - Grade 6 - Science and Technology 2. Explain how decisions about the use of products and systems can result in desirable or undesirable consequences (e.g., social and environmental). | |
| A2. Suggest alternative technological solutions for everyday problems that occur in the school or classroom. | |
| A3. Follow procedures for identifying and solving system and equipment problems that may occur. | |
| A4. Cite examples of how characteristics of technology are evident in daily life: Technology is based on human knowledge; Technology involves tools, materials and systems; Application of technology results in artifacts (things or items); and Technology is developed by people to control natural and human-made environments. |
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Science - Grade 6 - Science and Technology 1. Explain how technology influences the quality of life. | |
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Social Studies - Grade 6 - History 3. Describe the early cultural development of humankind from the Paleolithic Era to the revolution of agriculture including a. hunting and gathering b. tool making c. use of fire d. domestication of plants and animals e. organizing societies f. governance | |
| B1. Describe the relationship among input, process, output and feedback as components of a system. | |
| B2. Define requirements as the parameters placed on the development of a product or system. | |
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Science - Grade 6 - Science and Technology 5. Design and build a product or create a solution to a problem given one constraint (e.g., limits of cost and time for design and production, supply of materials and environmental effects). | |
| B3. Recognize that controls are mechanisms or particular steps that people perform when using information about the system that causes systems to change. | |
| C1. Identify technological systems that interrelate (e.g., computer peripherals, the engine and transmission of an automobile). | |
| C2. Understand that products, systems and environments that have been developed for one setting may be applied to another setting. | |
| C3. Recognize that knowledge from other fields of study impacts the development of technological systems and products. | |
| Technology and Society Interaction | |
| A1. Discuss how new technologies have resulted from the demands, values and interests of individuals, businesses, industries and societies. | |
| A2. Describe how the use of technology affects humans in various ways including their safety, comfort, choices and attitudes about technology's development and use. | |
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Science - Grade 6 - Science and Technology 1. Explain how technology influences the quality of life. | |
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Science - Grade 6 - Science and Technology 2. Explain how decisions about the use of products and systems can result in desirable or undesirable consequences (e.g., social and environmental). | |
| B1. Describe and give examples of why and how the management of waste produced by technological systems is an important societal issue. | |
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Science - Grade 6 - Science and Technology 2. Explain how decisions about the use of products and systems can result in desirable or undesirable consequences (e.g., social and environmental). | |
| B2. Explain how technologies can be used to repair damage caused by natural disasters. | |
| B3. Identify an existing, or an area needing a riparian buffer, between a developed area and a natural stream or waterway. | |
| C1. Describe how some inventions have evolved by using a deliberate and methodical process of tests and refinements. | |
| C2. Describe how in the past an invention or innovation was not always developed with the knowledge of science. | |
| D1. Understand the concept of intellectual property (e.g., author's ownership of work). | |
| D2. Compare key concepts of intellectual property including ownership of technology, copyright, patent, trademark, trade name, and discuss consequences of violating others intellectual property rights. | |
| D3. Distinguish original work from work that is plagiarized. | |
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English Language Arts - Writing - Grade 6 - Research 7. Use an appropriate form of documentation, with teacher assistance, to acknowledge sources (e.g., bibliography, works cited). | |
| D4. Follow policies presented in the district Acceptable Usage Policy (AUP) and discuss consequences of inappropriate use of technology. | |
| E1. Employ the use of measuring instruments to collect data. | |
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Science - Grade 6 - Scientific Inquiry 2. Choose the appropriate tools or instruments and use relevant safety procedures to complete scientific investigations. | |
| E2. Use data collected to analyze and interpret trends in order to identify the positive or negative effects of a technology. | |
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Math - Grade 6 - Patterns, Functions and Algebra 8. Use technology to analyze change; e.g., use computer applications or graphing calculators to display and interpret rate of change. | |
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Math - Grade 6 - Data Analysis and Probability 6. Make logical inferences from statistical data. | |
| Technology for Productivity Applications | |
| A1. Use vocabulary related to computer and multimedia technology systems (e.g., network, local area network?LAN, wide area network?WAN, wireless, connectivity). | |
| A2. Describe how computers connect to the Internet (e.g., what is the information super highway/World Wide Web and how can you connect to it?). | |
| B1. Explain the purpose of software programs. | |
| B2. Present independent research findings in a multimedia format. | |
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English Language Arts - Writing - Grade 6 - Research 8. Use a variety of communication techniques, including oral, visual, written or multimedia reports, to present information that supports a clear position with organized and relevant evidence about the topic or research question. | |
| B3. Investigate technology tools used to organize and represent data collected in problem situations. | |
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Math - Grade 6 - Patterns, Functions and Algebra 8. Use technology to analyze change; e.g., use computer applications or graphing calculators to display and interpret rate of change. | |
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Math - Grade 6 - Data Analysis and Probability 3. Compare representations of the same data in different types of graphs, such as a bar graph and circle graph. | |
| B4. Demonstrate proper keyboarding techniques, assess keyboarding accuracy and develop speed. | |
| C1. Use content-specific tools, software and simulations to support learning and research (e.g., thermometers, applets, interactive geometric programs, model robots). | |
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Math - Grade 6 - Patterns, Functions and Algebra 8. Use technology to analyze change; e.g., use computer applications or graphing calculators to display and interpret rate of change. | |
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Science - Grade 6 - Scientific Inquiry 2. Choose the appropriate tools or instruments and use relevant safety procedures to complete scientific investigations. | |
| C2. Apply technology resources to create an educational project (e.g., use a spreadsheet to organize the data that represents the results from an experiment). | |
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English Language Arts - Writing - Grade 6 - Research 8. Use a variety of communication techniques, including oral, visual, written or multimedia reports, to present information that supports a clear position with organized and relevant evidence about the topic or research question. | |
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English Language Arts - Writing - Grade 6 - Communications: Oral and Visual 8. Deliver informational presentations (e.g., expository, research) that: a. demonstrate an understanding of the topic and present events or ideas in a logical sequence; b. support the controlling idea or thesis with relevant facts, details, examples, quotations, statistics, stories and anecdotes; c. include an effective introduction and conclusion and use a consistent organizational structure (e.g., cause-effect, compare-contrast); d. use appropriate visual materials (e.g., diagrams, charts, illustrations) and available technology; and e. draw from multiple sources and identify sources used. | |
| Technology and Communication Applications | |
| A1. Explain that information is communicated for specific purposes. | |
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English Language Arts - Writing - Grade 6 - Writing Processes 4. Determine a purpose and audience. | |
| A2. Define principles of design used to create print, multimedia and Web communications or products (e.g., color, contrast, repetition, alignment, proximity). | |
| A3. Produce information products that incorporate principles of design. | |
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English Language Arts - Writing - Grade 6 - Writing Processes 17. Prepare for publication (e.g., for display or for sharing with others) writing that follows a format appropriate to the purpose, using such techniques as electronic resources, principles of design (e.g., margins, tabs, spacing and columns) and graphics (e.g., drawings, charts and graphs) to enhance the final product. | |
| B1. Create and publish information in printed form (e.g., use software to produce homework assignments, reports, flyers, newsletters). | |
| B2. Develop and publish information in electronic form (e.g., slide presentations, multimedia products, Web materials). | |
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English Language Arts - Writing - Grade 6 - Writing Processes 10. Use available technology to compose text. | |
| C1. Use e-mail functions including: Sending; Receiving; Replying; Adding a hyperlinked address in message; Organizing mail folders; and Adding attachments to message. | |
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English Language Arts - Writing - Grade 6 - Writing Applications 6. Produce informal writings (e.g., journals, notes and poems) for various purposes. | |
| C2. Participate in discussion lists, message boards, chat and other means of appropriate electronic communication (e.g., ask-an-expert, pen pals). | |
| C3. Investigate assigned topics using online learning resources (e.g., weblogs, Web cast, video-conferencing and other distance learning opportunities). | |
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English Language Arts - Writing - Grade 6 - Research 2. Identify appropriate sources, and gather relevant information from multiple sources (e.g., school library catalogs, online databases, electronic resources and Internet-based resources). | |
| Technology and Information Literacy | |
| A1. Select relevant information by identifying main ideas and supporting facts that help answer questions. | |
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English Language Arts - Reading - Grade 6 - Reading Process: Concepts of Print, Comprehension Strategies and Self-Monitoring Strategies 4. Summarize the information in texts, recognizing important ideas and supporting details, and noting gaps or contradictions. | |
| A2. Determine that information located can be used legally and choose appropriately (e.g., locate copyright information for print and graphic information, check for copyright restrictions). | |
| A3. Check copyright and publication dates to determine currency of information. | |
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English Language Arts - Writing - Grade 6 - Research 3. Identify elements of validity in sources, including publication date, coverage, language, points of view, and discuss primary and secondary sources. | |
| A4. Investigate the authority of an online information source to determine the author's qualification to be an expert about a topic (e.g., famous scientist versus a sixth-grader's Web site; well-known organization versus a personal Web site). | |
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English Language Arts - Reading - Grade 6 - Reading Applications: Informational, Technical and Persuasive Text 6. Identify an author's argument or viewpoint and assess the adequacy and accuracy of details used. | |
| B1. Generate questions to be answered or a position to be supported when given a topic. | |
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English Language Arts - Writing - Grade 6 - Research 1. Generate a topic, assigned or personal interest, and open-ended questions for research and develop a plan for gathering information. | |
| B2. Recognize that finding and using more than one source can produce a better product. | |
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English Language Arts - Writing - Grade 6 - Research 2. Identify appropriate sources, and gather relevant information from multiple sources (e.g., school library catalogs, online databases, electronic resources and Internet-based resources). | |
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Social Studies - Grade 6 - Social Studies Skills and Methods 1. Use multiple sources to define essential vocabulary and obtain information for a research project including a. almanacs b. gazetteers c. trade books d. periodicals e. video tapes f. electronic sources | |
| B3. Use a variety of technology resources for curriculum needs and personal information needs: library catalog, online encyclopedia, Web sites. | |
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English Language Arts - Writing - Grade 6 - Research 2. Identify appropriate sources, and gather relevant information from multiple sources (e.g., school library catalogs, online databases, electronic resources and Internet-based resources). | |
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Social Studies - Grade 6 - Social Studies Skills and Methods 1. Use multiple sources to define essential vocabulary and obtain information for a research project including a. almanacs b. gazetteers c. trade books d. periodicals e. video tapes f. electronic sources | |
| B4. Examine information in different types of subscription resources?fee-based, pay-to-use to locate information for a curricular need (e.g., magazine database, picture archive, online encyclopedia). | |
| B5. Identify relevant facts, check facts for accuracy, record appropriate information and create an information product to share with others. | |
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English Language Arts - Writing - Grade 6 - Research 4. Identify important information found in sources and paraphrase the findings in a systematic way (e.g., notes, outlines, charts, tables, graphic organizers). | |
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English Language Arts - Writing - Grade 6 - Research 5. Compare and contrast important findings and select sources to support central ideas, concepts and themes. | |
| B6. List information sources used in a district-adopted or teacher-prescribed format (e.g., MLA, APA). | |
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English Language Arts - Writing - Grade 6 - Research 7. Use an appropriate form of documentation, with teacher assistance, to acknowledge sources (e.g., bibliography, works cited). | |
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Social Studies - Grade 6 - Social Studies Skills and Methods 5. Complete a research project that includes a bibliography. | |
| B7. Review how the information found for the project was used and discuss the quality of the product. | |
| C1. Explain the function of a Web browser (e.g., what is the difference between the browser software and a page on the Internet?). | |
| C2. Explain the difference between a subscription (fee-based database) and the free Internet. | |
| C3. Identify keywords which describe the information need and use keywords as search terms (e.g., review search engine ""help"" page to determine methods for entering search terms). | |
| C4. Use phrase searching in appropriate search engines to improve results. | |
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English Language Arts - Reading - Grade 6 - Reading Applications: Informational, Technical and Persuasive Text 1. Use text features, such as chapter titles, headings and subheading; parts of books, including index, appendix, table of contents and online tools (search engines) to locate information. | |
| C5. Incorporate place searching when searching for information using assigned directories and search engines. | |
| C6. Evaluate Web information for: Author's expertise (authority); Accuracy of information presented; Parameters of coverage (including objectivity and bias); and Currency of information. | |
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English Language Arts - Reading - Grade 6 - Reading Applications: Informational, Technical and Persuasive Text 6. Identify an author's argument or viewpoint and assess the adequacy and accuracy of details used. | |
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English Language Arts - Reading - Grade 6 - Reading Applications: Informational, Technical and Persuasive Text 7. Identify and understand an author's purpose for writing, including to explain, entertain, persuade or inform. | |
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English Language Arts - Writing - Grade 6 - Research 3. Identify elements of validity in sources, including publication date, coverage, language, points of view, and discuss primary and secondary sources. | |
| C7. Compare the range of information available from multiple information databases (e.g., examine the purpose and scope of each database and how it would be used for a particular assignment). | |
| D1. Demonstrate search techniques: author, title, subject for subscription (fee-based) databases. | |
| D2. Use online library catalog to choose and locate a variety of resources on a topic. | |
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English Language Arts - Writing - Grade 6 - Research 2. Identify appropriate sources, and gather relevant information from multiple sources (e.g., school library catalogs, online databases, electronic resources and Internet-based resources). | |
| Design | |
| A1. Describe how design is a creative planning process that leads to useful products and systems. | |
| A2. Identify appropriate materials (e.g., wood, paper, plastic, aggregates, ceramics, metals, solvents, adhesives) based on specific properties and characteristics (e.g., weight, strength, hardness and flexibility) for the design. | |
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Science - Grade 6 - Science and Technology 4. Explain how the usefulness of manufactured parts of an object depend on how well their properties allow them to fit and interact with other materials. | |
| A3. Apply a design process to solve a problem in the classroom specifying criteria (e.g., constraints include costs, time and user requirements) and constraints for the design (e.g., criteria include function, size and materials). | |
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Science - Grade 6 - Science and Technology 5. Design and build a product or create a solution to a problem given one constraint (e.g., limits of cost and time for design and production, supply of materials and environmental effects). | |
| A4. Test and evaluate the design in relation to pre-established requirements, such as criteria and constraints, and refine as needed. | |
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Science - Grade 6 - Science and Technology 5. Design and build a product or create a solution to a problem given one constraint (e.g., limits of cost and time for design and production, supply of materials and environmental effects). | |
| A5. Make the product or systems and document the design. | |
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Science - Grade 6 - Science and Technology 5. Design and build a product or create a solution to a problem given one constraint (e.g., limits of cost and time for design and production, supply of materials and environmental effects). | |
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Science - Grade 6 - Scientific Ways of Knowing 2. Describe why it is important to keep clear, thorough and accurate records. | |
| A6. Recognize that any design can be improved (e.g., old style scissors work but new ones with plastic on the finger holes are more comfortable and give more surface area for leverage). | |
| A7. Diagram how design is iterative and involves a set of steps, which can be performed in different sequences and repeated as needed (e.g., identify need, research problem, develop solutions, select best solution, build prototype, test and evaluate, communicate, redesign). | |
| A8. Investigate how products are created and communicate findings (e.g., interview an architect, industrial designer, contractor about the processes they follow). | |
| A9. Identify inventors and designers around the world who contributed to the development of each of the technological systems. | |
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Science - Grade 6 - Scientific Ways of Knowing 5. Research how men and women of all countries and cultures have contributed to the development of science. | |
| B1. Describe how engineering design is a subset of the overall design process concerned with the functional aspect of the design. | |
| B2. Examine how modeling, testing, evaluating and modifying are used to transform ideas into practical solutions (e.g., making adjustments to a model race vehicle to improve performance). | |
| B3. Describe what an engineer does (e.g., analyze information found on engineering society Web sites). | |
| C1. Examine how troubleshooting is a problem-solving method used to identify the cause of a malfunction in a technological system (e.g., if after installing a switch in a circuit the light does not come on, how would you determine the problem?). | |
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Science - Grade 6 - Scientific Ways of Knowing 3. Identify ways scientific thinking is helpful in a variety of everyday settings. | |
| C2. Determine best use of recycled plastics in the manufacture of new products (e.g., using seven different plastic packaging resin code marked products). | |
| C3. Recognize the patterns of the technological evolution of an invention (e.g., steam engines were invented, went through a period of rapid improvement, then a period of fine tuning and eventually were replaced by diesel/electric technology). | |
| C4. Modify an existing product or system to improve it (e.g., something to improve storage in your locker). | |
| Designed World | |
| A1. Describe and use different energy storage devices. | |
| A2. Describe how power systems are used to drive and provide propulsion to other technological products and systems. | |
| A3. Describe how transporting people and goods involve an interdependence of individuals and vehicles (e.g., flying from Orlando to Cleveland involves transportation to the departure airport, transportation through the airport, the flight, and transportation from the destination airport). | |
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Social Studies - Grade 6 - Geography 3. Explain the distribution patterns of economic activities and how changes technology, transportation, communication and resources affect those patterns including a. agriculture b. mining c. fishing d. manufacturing | |
| A4. Identify and compare examples of transportation systems and devices that operate on each of the following: land, air, water and space. | |
| A5. Produce a product using mechanical processes that change the form of materials through the processes of separating, forming, combining and conditioning them (e.g., build a solar cooker). | |
| A6. Classify manufactured goods at home as durable and nondurable (e.g., appliances, furniture, clothing, fabrics). | |
| A7. Explain and give examples of the impacts of interchangeable parts, components of mass-produced products, and the use of automation (e.g., robotics). | |
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Science - Grade 6 - Science and Technology 3. Describe how automation (e.g., robots) has changed manufacturing including manual labor being replaced by highly-skilled jobs. | |
| A8. Describe why it is important that structures rest on a solid foundation. | |
| A9. Describe and explain parts of a structure (e.g., foundation, flooring, decking, wall, roofing systems). | |
| B1. Describe how information and communication systems allow information to be transferred from human to human, human to machine, machine to human, and machine to machine. | |
| B2. Demonstrate the importance of a common language to express ideas through the use of symbols, measurements and drawings. | |
| C1. List advances and innovations in medical technologies that are used to improve health care (e.g., prevention, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation). | |
| C2. Describe why it is important for medical personnel to constantly update their knowledge and skills. | |
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Science - Grade 6 - Scientific Ways of Knowing 4. Describe how the pursuit of scientific knowledge is beneficial for any career and for daily life. | |
| C3. Explain that there are a variety of diagnostic methods and treatments for a medical problem. | |
| C4. Describe how advances in a variety of technological systems influence the development of medical devices. | |
| C5. Describe how technological advances in agriculture directly affect the time and number of people required to produce food for a large population. | |
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Science - Grade 6 - Science and Technology 3. Describe how automation (e.g., robots) has changed manufacturing including manual labor being replaced by highly-skilled jobs. | |
| C6. Describe how biotechnology applies the principles of biology to develop commercial products or processes. | |
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Science - Grade 6 - Scientific Ways of Knowing 4. Describe how the pursuit of scientific knowledge is beneficial for any career and for daily life. | |