Basic skills
# can log in and open programs and save ~work  independently.
# can log in and open programs independently but needs support to save ~ work.
# can log in  and open programs with support.
# always enjoys the opportunity to work on  computers  and is confident when doing so.
# enjoys using the computer and has grown in confidence.
# has used a variety of programs in a range of subject areas on  computer  and is always keen to extend ~ knowledge in this area.
# has used a variety of programs in a range of subject areas on the  computer.
# is confident using the computers and has worked with programs in a range of subject areas on the PC.
# was quick to find ~ way around the new software on the network.
# has enjoyed using computers and had extended ~ knowledge of different programs over the year.
# has enjoyed using computers and has grown in confidence.
# is a nervous user of technology equipment, yet produces pleasing work.
# loves using the computer and has had the opportunity to use a range of programs.
# is enthusiastic when using the computer though often needs support to carry out more complex tasks such as saving and printing.
# enjoys using all technology equipment and is becoming confident and proficient with a number of computer programs.
# is always keen to work on the computer
# has used a variety of simple programs
# has used a number of programs with confidence
# is developing independence in the use of a variety of programs
# works well with the support of an adult
# can log on, find programs and save ~ work with help
# can log on, find programs and save ~ work

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but

 ^ is able to switch on the computer and load programs.
^ can use the mouse and keyboard to choose from menus.
^ is becoming more familiar with the keyboard and is mastering mouse control.
^ has used the computer to write ~ news.
^ is able to change the colour of print, with help.
^ with help is able to change the font and type size.
^ is able to make changes to ~ written work.
^ is able to save ~ work.
^ has created pictures on the computer.
^ can store and retrieve work, with support.
^ can store and retrieve work without support.
^ is able to print ~ work.



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Word Pro & DTP
^ can use a desktop publishing program to create an invitation or a poster and can use a word processor to create and save and edit simple documents.

^ has written, edited and saved work using word processors, making decisions about the format and font of the text. 

^ has used a desktop publishing package to create materials to suit different audiences such as a book cover or a poster.

^ can use a desktop publishing program to create a simple invitation or a poster and can write and save work using a word processor

^ can, with help, use a desktop publishing program to create a simple invitation and poster and can write and save simple documents using a word processor.

^ is beginning to develop confidence in word processing 

^ needs support to create simple invitations and posters using desktop publishing programs and can use basic word processing skills.

^ still needs support with loading, saving and printing her work.

^is able to change the type and size.

^ has used the computer as a writing tool to present ~ ideas.

^is able to make changes to ~ written work.






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Internet/Email
^ has carried out independent searches to find information about history and geography topics from the internet.

^ recognises the value of the internet as a resource of information.

^ is beginning to recognise the value of the internet as a resource.

^ has used the school website regularly to find topics related to work in school.

Can find links on web pages and can open and close windows.
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data/cont/mon
# is beginning to learn how to do simple searches to gain information from a database.

# is beginning to explore a simulation program to find out information about the environment.

^has enjoyed using a range of computer programs, particularly those of a mathematical nature.

^ is beginning to understand the benefits of using word processing to edit, improve and present work.

^ is aware of the use of technology within the environment e.g. washing machines, traffic lights, alarms.

^ has controlled a turtle on screen by programming simple movements.

^ has controlled a turtle on screen by programming more complex movements.

^ has collected data and made a graph on the computer.

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art/design
^ has used different art packages and is confident using the tools to create and edit pictures.

^ has used different art packages and is confident using the tools to create pictures.

l^ has used different art packages and has increased ~  confidence using the tools to create pictures.


^ has used different art packages and has increased ~  skills using the tools to create pictures.

^ has enjoyed using art packages to create pictures but needs reminders of the functions of the tools.

^ has enjoyed using art packages to create simple  pictures but needs reminders of the functions of the tools.

^ has enjoyed using art packages to create pictures but must stay focused on the task and try to include more detail.

^ has produced simple animations using drawing tools.

^ is aware of the process needed to produce simple animations.

^ can create detailed step by step drawing to create effective animations.
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Targets

# would benefit from learning how to change font type, size and colour.

# would benefit from learning how to choose different brush sizes and/or tools, e.g. spray gun

# would benefit from improving ~ keyboard knowledge to speed up typing.

# need to ensure ^ can type ~ own surname to speed up the logging in process.

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