ETC > NSA Home > Language Arts K-2 > Destination Reading Students will use an online program to enhance their reading skills and comprehension. Objectives Students will use the reading process effectively. Students will construct meaning from a wide range of texts. Students will writes to communicate ideas and information effectively. Students will use listening strategies effectively. Students will use viewing strategies effectively. Students will respond critically to fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama. Procedure Students will get their laptops by: Wipe hands using "baby wipe" Get headset from crate Walk to middle room in pod and take their laptop from the cart Carry laptop like a "pizza box" back to desk Open laptop by corners, turn on laptop, open folder and go to internet Sign on Destination Reading Check for Tasks/Tests Complete assignments/tests May go to Exploration or K-8 Kids Place until Reading Group Time has ended. Students will go to Teacher Reading group during Reading Block. When Reading Group Time has ended students will shut down laptops and return them to the cart. Sunshine State Standards LA.A.1.1.2 LA.A.1.1.3 LA.A.2.1.1 LA.A.2.1.3 LA.A.2.1.4 LA.A.2.1.5 LA.B.2.1.2 LA.C.1.1.1 LA.C.1.1.2 LA.C.1.1.3 LA.C.1.1.4 LA.C.2.1.1 LA.C.2.1.2 LA.C.3.1.1 LA.C.3.1.2 LA.C.3.1.3 LA.C.3.1.4 LA.E.2.1.1 NETS Profiles for Technology Literate Students Use input devices (e.g., mouse, keyboard, remote control) and output devices (e.g., monitor, printer) to successfully operate computers, VCRs, audiotapes, and other technologies. Use a variety of media and technology resources for directed and independent learning activities. Communicate about technology using developmentally appropriate and accurate terminology. Use developmentally appropriate multimedia resources (e.g., interactive books, educational software, elementary multimedia encyclopedias) to support learning. Work cooperatively and collaboratively with peers, family members, and others when using technology in the classroom. Practice responsible use of technology systems and software. Materials Laptop Destination Reading educational software, by Riverdeep Headset Babywipes Return to top of page Return to lesson plans menu

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