Pre K TEKS

In my week one assignment I chose the k-2 TEKS to assess because that is the instructional level of my applied skills 16 year old students in my secondary class. As I reviewed the Pre-K TEKS I immediately saw the foundations that my children were missing. The Pre K TEKS begin by modeling and guiding the young learners on software and informational technology with oral and visual cues. This familiarizes the the students and prepares them for K-2 TEKS such as foundation TEKS 126.2.b.2b where students begin to use the proper tools to input and analyze data on product an process. The Pre K TEKS also develop the young learners ability to create information acquisition and problem solving skills that are necessary at higher grade levels. The teachers at the Pre K level begin by teaching them where and how to use web site information which in tern develops the students responsibility and ethics needed at the higher grade levels. As well the scaffolding between the for Pre K Technology TEKS allows practice of one TEKS to support and nurture the skills needed for the other TEKS. One example of this scaffolding is students using drawing programs develop skills for text and graphic analysis, but it allows the student time to develop skills to practice using different interfaces like touch pads, keyboards and a mouse.