Welcome to Mr. Jilek's Computer Class    

If you wish to contact Mr. Jilek he can be reached by email at cjilek@waukee.k12.ia.us or by phone at 515-987-3222 ext.  6743

This class will focus on several areas related to computers and technology.  6th graders will study areas such as the history of the computer, internet safety, copyright laws, Microsoft Excel, digital camera use/picture production, and personal webpages.  7th graders will look into personal and private information and web related topics, computer programming, cyber ethics and security, the many components to the MAC iLife suite, and video editing.  We will stress autonomy and self-reliance while working in the labs.  We want our students to be confident and have a good understanding of computer navigation.  It is our goal that students will be able to adapt to various computer environments.   . 

If you would like to view the class syllabus you can click on the link below.  This is the syllabus for both 6th and 7th grades.

COMPUTER SYLLABUS

Below you can find the 6th and 7th grade district standards and benchmarks:

6^th Grade Technology Standards, Benchmarks and Teaching Objectives

Waukee School District

Updated 9.07

Standard 1.  Demonstrates an understanding of the nature and operation of technology systems

Benchmark 1.1 Analyze the connectivity of a technology system

1.1a Examine the software behind the user interface

1.1b Investigate the connectivity of worldwide communication

1.1c Examine the hardware inside of a computer 

Benchmark 1.2 Understand the history of technology and impact on society

1.2a Examine the technological advances through history beginning with the number tallies in 30,000 BC to the Internet, artificial intelligence and modern day technological advances.

1.2b Investigate careers that have developed and are developing in technological fields

1.2c Analyze the work tasks, training requirements, employment outlook and earnings for jobs in technology fields

Standard 2.  Demonstrates responsible use of technology systems, information and software

Benchmark 2.1 Examine safety when using technology

2.1a Describe what information can be shared when using the Internet and what information should be kept confidential.

Benchmark 2.2 Demonstrate an understanding of ethics in the use of technology

2.2a Identify forms of copying which are illegal or unethical

2.2b Explain how copyright law protects a person's right to earn a living

2.2c Explain when credit should be given to others

2.2d Identify ethical decision making practices which can effect future employment in technological fields

Standard 3.  Uses hardware and productive tools for a variety of purposes 

Benchmark 3.1  Uses a variety of productivity tools

3.1a Apply Microsoft Office and Ms Publisher skills when preparing class presentations to demonstrate competencies in various standard and benchmark areas.

3.1b Use MS Publisher to design personal web pages to demonstrate personal and private information sharing on the Internet as well as viewing HTML code language.

3.1c Use Photoshop elements to edit, produce and design images from scanners and digital cameras

Benchmark 3.2  Uses a variety of hardware.

3.2a Demonstrate proficiency in the use of digital media (for example: scanners, CD/DVD burners, flash drives, projectors, and computers.

3.2b Demonstrates responsible use and care of equipment

7th Grade Technology Standards, Benchmarks and Teaching Objectives

Waukee School District

Updated 9.07

Standard 1.  Demonstrates an understanding of the nature and operation of technology systems

Benchmark 1.1 Analyze the connectivity of a technology system

1.1a Identify and explain the parts of a computer and their function

1.1b Define “network” and identify functions of network equipment

Benchmark 1.2 Understand the history of technology

1.2a Examine the Internet and its impact on society

1.2b Describe the history of artificial intelligence, its uses and impact on society

1.2c Explore technological careers

1.2c Identify potential educational courses at the secondary level that provide technology career training 

Standard 2.  Demonstrates responsible use of technology systems, information and software

Benchmark 2.1 Examine safety when using technology

2.1a Describe what information can be shared when using the Internet and what information should be kept confidential.

2.1b Explain what it means to be anonymous in cyberspace

2.1c Explain how a sense of anonymity (knowing that others don't know who you are or where you live) can have positive and negative aspects

Benchmark 2.2 Demonstrate an understanding of malicious use of technology and the consequences

2.2a Explain that computers and electronic files are property and explore the reasons for, consequences, and ethics of teen hacking

2.2b Research and compare various examples of hacking and identify when hacking can be used in a positive manor

2.3c Analyze the consequences unethical hacking

Standard 3.  Uses hardware and productive tools for a variety of purposes

Benchmark 3.1  Uses a variety of productivity tools 

3.1a Apply Microsoft Office and Ms Publisher skills when preparing class presentations to demonstrate competencies in various standard and benchmark areas.

3.1b Use MS Publisher to design personal web pages to demonstrate personal and private information sharing on the Internet as well as viewing HTML code language.

3.1c Use Photoshop elements to edit, produce and design images from scanners and digital cameras

Benchmark 3.2  Uses a variety of hardware.

3.2a Demonstrate proficiency in the use of digital media (for example: scanners, CD/DVD burners, flash drives, projectors and computers)

3.2b Demonstrate responsible use and care of equipment