TE9.01 Knows the history of personal computing and makes a digital time line, or other digital media presentation, to show this knowledge.

TE9.02 Explains the difference between three operating systems, and what they do (real-time display of what the hardware is doing).

TE9.03 Explains different types of computers (smartphone, tablet, laptop, desktop, mainframe, server, etc.)

TE9.04 Can identify and explain the internal and physical components of a computer (motherboard, ram, hardrive, drives, CPU, interfaces, keyboards, touchscreens, etc.).

TE9.05 Explains what applications are, and lists the most common ones used for school, including the purpose of each

TE9.06 Identifies the relationship between a computer's specifications and how they affect computer performance (e.g., RAM, Memory, Processor Speed).

TE9.07 Can analyze common computer problems, and explain solutions to problems as they arise (common display issues, frozen screen, etc.).

TE9.08 Knows the difference between the preferences of a system, an application, and a website.

TE9.10 Can monitor the computer's power, change the power settings, and tell ways to save power on mobile devices

TE9.11 Understands different file sizes and types, and their relationship to one another.

TE9.12 Knows ways to protect one's personal information and data.

TE9.13 Selects digital tools or resources to use for a real-world task, and justifies the selection based on their efficiency and effectiveness.

TE9.14 Presents, using a form of digital media or computer application (PowerPoint, slideshow, internet site, movie, audio recording, etc.), on one issue related to computers and computer safety.

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