K-8 Curriculum

In a computer lab or classroom, modeling a well written and standards based lesson plan is always important.  Modeling integrated technology lessons is useful in helping teachers see what a finished product can look like.  The 2nd "C" is "competence".  By modeling a skilled computer teacher using age and grade appropriate technology skills and weaving them into relevant educational themes using projects, teacher learn "on the job" while assisting the computer teacher.  We encourage a 15:1 student to teacher ratio in a computer lab environment.  As teachers "competence" improves, the teacher can take over the role of computer teacher.  Over time, the classroom teacher builds the 3 "C's" and is able to seamlessly use technology in their instructional day.

BTE Thematic Curriculum

In addition, computer lab teachers are always looking for a way to develop a continuum of computer skills from week to week and grade to grade.  Our curriculum is divided into 4 nine week units.  Our thematic approach uses fun and topical themes that students, parents and teachers love.  BEYOND Technology Education curriculum is written to a scope and sequence of learning objectives for grades K-8 and written to ISTE standards.

Sample Curriculum Calendar