Digital Literacy and Computer Science (2018) Grade(s): 3

DLCS18.3.8

Describe how to use proper ergonomics when using devices.

COS Examples

Examples: Body position, lighting, positioning of equipment, taking breaks.

Unpacked Content

Knowledge

Students know:
  • the proper way to sit and use digital devices for short and long time frames.

Skills

Students are able to:
  • sit back in their chair with feet flat on the floor.
  • have the keyboard positioned directly in front of the body.
  • take short 1
  • 2 minute stretch breaks every 20
  • 30 minutes.
  • look away from the monitor and focus on something in the distance every 20
  • 30 minutes to reduce eye strain.

Understanding

Students understand that:
  • proper ergonomics is important to prevent body strain when using digital devices.

Vocabulary

  • ergonomics
  • keyboard
  • monitor
  • eye strain
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