Level 1 Using Technology

This is an introduction to Using Technology for teenagers and adults with special educational needs. It is a full course and includes student worksheets, teaching slides and extra slides.

The resource is intended to introduce students to the concept of technology, including:

• Recognising technology, e.g. in the kitchen, living room, bathroom, garden, at the shop, for enjoyment, in the classroom, at work, in healthcare
• Technology symbols, e.g. on remote control, appliances, mobile phone, online video, shopping categories
• Using technology safely

These worksheets are designed to cover the following learning outcomes:
(1) Identify technology in common use
(2) Identify the symbols on familiar technological devices, e.g. on/off switch, temperature symbols
(3) Use simple technological equipment for home/personal and workplace/educational use, requiring up to two functions, e.g. household appliance, telephone, swipe/clock system
(4) Pay attention to safe practice

Topics include:

• What is technology?
• Materials
• Technology in the home
• Technology out and about
• Technology for entertainment
• Technology for learning
• Old and new technology
• Social media
• Icons and symbols

Can this resource be used online?
Yes, it is a digital resource. If you have purchased this resource and would like to use it for online teaching, you have permission to do so. A fillable and printable version is included. Students can type in their answers online, or worksheets can be printed. Teachers can also use the resources for whole-class teaching using a projector or interactive whiteboard.

What is included?
All components are available in the zipped folder, i.e. student worksheets, teaching slides and extras.
Student Worksheets: 177 Pages
Teaching Slides: 75
Teacher Preparation Table
Teacher Verification Records