Pre-K Technology Application TEKS

The pre-K TEKS require the pre-K student to use age-appropriate software applications and basic input devices (mouse, keyboard, etc.), understand basic technology terminology (such as keyboard and printer), and interacts with storybooks in electronic format. I believe these TEKS are definitely appropriate for the pre-K student. Most families today have a computer in their homes, and kids are exposed to computers at a very young age. Once a child becomes old enough to use other technological devices (such as a remote), they should be taught to use the computer. The TEKS are designed to build on this first set of TEKS at the pre-K level. For example, as students progress through school, their technology vocabulary becomes more extensive. Students also begin to expand their knowledge of software applications and learn to use additional input/output devices.