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IL Computer Literacy Guidelines Planning Doc
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Adapted from ISBE's Computer Literacy Knowledge and Skill Development Continuum published May 2022.

B = Beginning D = Developing S = Secured
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Basic Operations, Concepts, and Keyboarding (BOCK)K123456789101112Curriculum LinksNotes
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CL.BOCK.1Identify the basic components of the computing device whether a computer, laptop or hand-held device. (ex: monitor/screen, keyboard, mouse/trackpad, parts, power source.BDS
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CL.BOCK.2Turn on/off a computing device and follow appropriate procedure to access the device BDS
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CL.BOCK.3Use a mouse or trackpad to manipulate shapes and icons; navigate within applications (Ex: click on hyperlinks, radio buttons, check boxes, use scroll bar)BDS
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CL.BOCK.4Use desktop icons, windows, and menus to open, minimizee, and close applications or filesBDS
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CL.BOCK.5Use shortcuts and command functions to operate the computer or applications (e.g., Command-P, Command-C, Command-V, Command-Z, Ctrl-Alt-Delete, etc.).BDS
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CL.BOCK.6Use gestures to navigate hand held devices (ex: swipe-left, swipe-right, pinch)BDS
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CL.BOCK.7Locate and utilize accessibility features.BDS
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CL.BOCK.8Use application help functions and online resources to solve basic operational issues (e.g., connecting to Bluetooth devices, finding a printer, internet connectivity) independently.BDS
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CL.BOCK.9Use proper posture and ergonomics while using a computing devicem incuding hand held devices BDS
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CL.BOCK.10Locate and use the correct finger/hand for the space bar, return/enter, and shift key.BDS
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CL.BOCK.11Locate and use letter and number keys with correct left and right hand placement (home row)BDS
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CL.BOCK.12Learn to use special characters as needed (e.g., accents, tilde).BDS
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CL.BOCK.13Use a calendar, task manager, or other tools to organize oneself as well as manage projects.BDS
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CL.BOCK.14Use graphic organizers, brainstorming applications, or other digital tools to gather and organize infromation (ex: jamboard, online drawing, online slides)BDS
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CL.BOCK.15Understand all rules and guidelines in the schools acceptable use policy.BDS
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CL.BOCK.16Understand Fair Use guidelines and their application to all forms of work.BDS
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CL.BOCK.17Demonstrate undersatnding of the difference between cloud computing vs. software applications for file storage/management.BDS
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CL.BOCK.18Use login credentials to access network devices, accounts, file servers, and cloud services.BDS
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CL.BOCK.19Name files with appropriate file names and unserstand where files are being saved.BDS
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CL.BOCK.20Create, save, edit, copy, and rename files and folders to organize files and materials.BDS
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CL.BOCK.21Delete and recover deleted files and folders and permanently delete files.BDS
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CL.BOCK.22Retrieve prvious file versions/access revision history for files located in cloud services.BDS
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CL.BOCK.23Download, upload, attach files/folders via the web, email, or could services.BDS
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CL.BOCK.24Compress files and folders via the web, email, or cloud services.BDS
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CL.BOCK.25Use search tools to locate files and applications.BDS
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CL.BOCK.26Associate document extensions with apropriate files types.BDS
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Data Management and Security (DMS)K123456789101112
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CL.DMS.1Protect accounts by logging out of applications on share computing devicesBDS
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CL.DMS.2Use passwords/passphrases to secure individual devices BDS
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CL.DMS.3Create robus passwords/passphrases and effectively mange password privacy.BDS
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CL.DMS.4Keep passwords confidential and follow appropriate procedures if a password is compromised.BDS
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CL.DMS.5Adjust privacy settings on all social medi accounts, online services, devices, and browsers.BDS
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CL.DMS.6Apply appropriate login credential security and privacy principals to demonstrate effective and safe use of online and mobiel applications to make payments.BDS
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CL.DMS.7Identify when sensitive personal dat that may include email, phone, and online banking/credit or debit card information has been compromised and follow apropriate procedures to secure.BDS
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CL.DMS.8Effectively apply and use multi-factor authentication servies and applications to secure sensitive information and files.BDS
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CL.DMS.9Understand the difference between public and private data and the considerations when determining privacy settings to apply for specific applications.BDS
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CL.DMS.10Use digital tools to follow appropriate procedures for identifying one's own digital footprint and deomonstrate an understanding of managing the digital footprint.BDDS
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CL.DMS.11Distinguish between safe and unsafe practices when using onine applications (ex: gaming platforms, virtual discussions, platforms)BDS
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Internet Searching and Online Databases (ISOD)K123456789101112Curriculum LinksNotes
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CL.ISOD.1Use refresh, forward, and back buttons to navigate a web browserBDS
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CL.ISOD.2Use tab browsing to navigate multiple pagesBDS
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CL.ISOD.3Create favorites/booksmarks and add frequently used sites to the favorites/bookmark bar.BDS
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CL.ISOD.4Locate the URL of a website and identify the characteristics of different domains (e.g., .org, .com, .edu, .net, .gov, international domains).BDS
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CL.ISOD.5Use browser search tools and advanced search features to find information (e.g., search terms, compound operators, quotation marks around search query).BDS
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CL.ISOD.6Use a broswer's History feature to locate previously visited sites.BDS
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CL.ISOD.7Exercise click restraint (scan results before clicking on first or early search results).BDS
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CL.ISOD.8Use digital tools or platforms to organize, display, annotate, and/or share a curated collection.BDS
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CL.ISOD.9Conduct and image search. (e.g., the Google Reverse Image tool, TinEye, geolocating, Google Street view).BDS
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CL.ISOD.10Use digital tools, search engines, and video sites (Youtube) to determine how to perform an unfamiliar or unknown task.BDS
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Multimedia, Software Applications, and Collaboration Tools (MSACT)K123456789101112Curriculum LinksNotes
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CL.MSACT.1Use digital devices to capture multimedia (ex: audio, video, and photo)BDS
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CL.MSACT.2Use multimedia-editing tools to edit a multimedia files (ex: trim, splice, add effects)BDS
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CL.MSACT.3Identify the differences among multimedia file types and save multimedia files (e.g., video, audio, photo) in multiple formats.BDS
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CL.MSACT.4Use application features to copy/paste or insert/import and format text and graphics within documents and multimedia presentation files.BDS
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CL.MSACT.5Copy/paste, import, and embed songs, videos, hyperlinks, or other media on a multmedia presentation or document.BDS
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CL.MSACT.6Use basic drawing tools, including pencil, paint brush, shape, line undo, redo, and eraser.BDS
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CL.MSACT.7Use color palette/color wheel to change tool color.BDS
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CL.MSACT.8Use advanced color editing tools, such as RGB, HEX codes, and eyedropper, to change a color.BDS
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CL.MSACT.9Use selection tools to copy, paste, move, and modify work.BDS
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CL.MSACT.10Use text tools to add text features to artwork.BDS
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CL.MSACT.11Use email, messaging, and other interactive tools and aps to share information through text and communicate in writing.BDS
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CL.MSACT.12Set up, share, and utilize collaborative workspaces, files, or other digital tools for asynchronous and synchronous collaboration.BDS
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CL.MSACT.13Use synchronous audio and visual collaboration tools, such as virtual/video conferencing, interactive television, and Voice over internet portocol to connect with others. BDS
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CL.MSACT.14Create and maintain a digital portfolio or collection of works related to one's learning. BDS