Computers

Philosophy

Computers are an integral part of education at Queenston School. Computer instruction is delivered through curriculum subject areas. Students are encouraged to think of the computer as a tool and to compose on it. In grades 1,2, and 3 the focus is on developing computer skills through the use of commercially produced software. In grades 2 through 6 focus is also on keyboarding and using computers for research and writing in all subject areas and introducing the Internet. In Grade 6 the focus is on developing multimedia projects and using the Internet to conduct research.

Keyboarding

In order to be effective users of computers, students are introduced to keyboarding in grade 2 and continue to practice it through to grade 6.

We use a program called All the Right Type. Our goal is for the students to increase their proficiency each year.

Computer Literacy:

All Queenston students use computers as writing tools for:

• storywriting
• write a research report
• write a project outline
• conference with other students
• e-mail communication
   

Multimedia:

Creating multimedia allows students to :                      

• manipulate technology

• understand what they learn

• use their imagination

• have fun within a structured program

• improve their writing skills

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