Pre-K Technology Applications TEKS

The Pre-K Technology Application TEKS include basic skills that students should be able to perform by the end of Pre-Kindergarten.
X.A.1. Students will be able to open and use various programs.
X.A.2. Students will be able to utilize and identify various input tools.
X.A.3. Students will be able to utilize recorders and touch screens.
X.A.4. Students will be able to communicate using software.
X.A.5. Students will be able to use technology to obtain information.
The Pre-K TEKS prepare students for future expectations by introducing vocabulary and skills used in the Technology Applications for grades K-8.

A spiraling curriculum builds on itself. It starts with new knowledge and then adds to that knowledge. Each year knowledge and skills are revisited to ensure that learning and understanding is developing.

Some examples of the spiral curriculum in the Technology Application TEKS include:
Kinder-2
1.B Students are able to perform a few basic functions in software programs.
2.D Students are able to create documents using a keyboard and check for mistakes.
Grades 3-5
1.B Students are able to perform basic functions in multiple software programs.
2.D Students are able to create documents using a keyboard and check for mistakes.
Grades 6-8
1.F Students are able to perform many basic functions in software programs.
7.A Students are able to utilize a word processor in making a document.
7.B Students are able to utilize a spreadsheet in making a document.
7.C Students are able to build a database.