21 Things - Basics

Q4 Shortcuts: Vocabulary

1. Basics

Key Vocabulary

Keyboard Home Row: The keyboard home row is the middle row of letters on a keyboard (a, s, d, f, and j, k, l, ;) where your fingers rest as the starting position for typing.

OS: OS is an acronym for the Operating System on a computing device (OS) such as Android, Apple's OS X, Google Chrome, and Microsoft's Windows.

Screenshot: A screenshot is an image capture of the entire current display on your computer screen.

Shortcuts: Shortcuts are keystrokes that command your computer and are a quicker way to move through tasks. 

Split Screen: Splitting your screen is a way to divide your screen so you can look at two windows or apps side by side at the same time.

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MITECS   Michigan Integrated Technology Competencies for Students

ISTE Standards for Students

1. Empowered Learner
d. Students understand fundamental concepts of how technology works, demonstrate the ability to choose and use current technologies effectively, and are adept at thoughtfully exploring emerging technologies.

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