Computer and Information Technology 1/2 & Desktop Publishing 1

Tuesday, January 26, 2016

Can We "Deep Web?" - Search Better!

https://classflow.com/activfoundation/resource/downloadResourceFile?resourceId=a61cdf6fbb584d8c863515d24ab0745c&resourceFileType=CONVERTED

Do Now: Search for the definition for the Word of the Day and capture it in citelighter, then paraphrase it in your own words.
Word of the Day: Search Engine

Post a response to the Question of the Day in your own words.
Use complete sentences, proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
Copy and paste the link to the specificQuestion of the Day?
Include an Inline Link to Websites.

Take the Class Procedures Quiz on Engrade
Read: All About Online Search
Download: Search Better.pdf

Question of the Day:

Read the Tutorial at:http://www.gcflearnfree.org/digitalskills/searchbetter/all-about-online-search
Download and answer the questions on the worksheet.
Save and turn in at Engrade.com
Sign up for https://delicious.com/ and put your user name here.
Write a BLOG post about the advantages of using bookmarks and cloud-based bookmarks. Why should you use bookmarks especially cloud-based bookmarks?

Digital Skills
Daily Objectives: Students will read, discuss and analyze information from articles, analyze, and think critically about online context, using written (Blog post), graphic, pictorial, or multi-media methods, with a student performance at the basic level or above and 6 out of 12 on the project rubric.

Wednesday, January 20, 2016

Fractured Fairy Tale Outline

From Tuesday 01/19/16 to Friday 01/29/16

Do Now: Search for the definition for the Word of the Day and capture it in citelighter, then paraphrase it in your own words.

Word of the Day: Cyberspace

Post a response to the Question of the Day in your own words.
Use complete sentences, proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
Copy and paste the link to the specific Question of the Day?
Include an Inline Link to Websites.

Complete all your assignments:

1. Read: Stop Bullying Comic 1
2. Watch:

Question of the Day: Write a Fractured Fairy Tale

Your story must be about online safety, online bullying, online predators, etc.

You may choose to modify a Fairy Tale or create your own.
This will be the outline for your project. Copy the outline on your blog and complete each section for your Fairy Tale.

Name:
Fairy Tale Title:
The changes for my fractured fairy tale are:
In my story the main characters are:
In my story the setting is:
My story takes place:
My story is told from the point of view of:
The problem in my story is:
My story ends when:
I'd also like to change:

Post an image of each of your characters on your Blog.

Cyber Fairy Tale Project

http://stopbullying.bitstrips.com/challenge/gallery/
http://www.timeforkids.com/files/SB_Comic_1_b.pdf
http://www.bitstripsforschools.com/stopbullying
http://www.stompoutbullying.org
Fractured Fairy Tale LP

Cyber Fairy Tale Master

Text Simulators

Daily Objectives: Students will read, discuss and analyze information from articles, analyze, and think critically about online context, using written (Blog post), graphic, pictorial, or multi-media methods, with a student performance at the basic level or above and 6 out of 12 on the project rubric.

Wednesday, January 6, 2016

Let's Learn About ... Cyber .... Bullying!

Do Now: Search for the definition for the Word of the Day and capture it in citelighter, then paraphrase it in your own words.
Word of the Day: Cyberbullying

Post a response to the Question of the Day in your own words.
Use complete sentences, proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
Copy and paste the link to the specific Question of the Day?
Include an Inline Link to Websites.

Question of the Day: Watch the video: CyberBullying on the Big Screen or get it "ON DEMAND" in the B118-Server. Take the CyberBullying quiz in Engrade.
Question of the Day: It is easy to join in when making fun of someone online or in person. What can you do to stop the virus from spreading? Write a 150 word post on your blog.

Daily Objectives: Students will read, discuss and analyze information from articles, analyze, and think critically about online context, using written (Blog post), graphic, pictorial, or multi-media methods, with a student performance at the basic level or above and 6 out of 12 on the project rubric.

Wednesday, December 9, 2015

Let's Celebrate the Coding & Computer Science Week!

Go to

Period 2 http://studio.code.org/sections/PYVARN

Click on your Name

Enter your secret codes given by the Instructor

Tuesday, November 24, 2015

Do Now: Search for the definition for the Word of the Day and capture it in citelighter, then paraphrase it in your own words.
Word of the Day: Graphics

Post a response to the Question of the Day in your own words.
Use complete sentences, proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
Copy and paste the link to the specific Question of the Day?
Include an Inline Link to Websites.

Watch: Instant Alpha
Question of the Day: Make a list of 5 Netiquette rules that you use or should use on the Internet. Make up a catchy title or slogan for your rules (Slogan Generator). Decide on a theme to use for your project.

Create an info graphic / poster using Comic Life.
Include the following.
A title / tag line. (10 Points) Examples: "Mr. Viereck's Netiquette Rules! Good for Life!" "Mr. Viereck's Netiquette Rules makes me crazy." "We're serious about Mr. Viereck's Netiquette Rules."
Your name. (5 Points)
Avatar. (5 Points)
At least 5 Netiquette rules are included. (10 Points)
Cover topic in-depth with details and examples. Subject knowledge is excellent. Write a fact about each rule or tip. (20 Points)
Use proper grammar, spelling and punctuation. (10 Points)
Makes excellent use of font, color, graphics, effects, etc. to enhance the presentation. (10 points)
Include at least 2 Images. (10 Points)
Include source information for all graphics, facts and quotes. All documented in desired format. (10 Points)
Publish your project. (5 Points)
Turn in your link, directions will follow. (5 Points)
Evaluation Daily Objectives: Students will read, discuss and analyze information from articles, analyze, and think critically about online context, using written (Blog post), graphic, pictorial, or multi-media methods, with a student performance at the basic level or above and 6 out of 12 on the project rubric.

Friday, November 13, 2015

Netiquette

Do Now: Search for the definition for the Word of the Day and capture it in citelighter, then paraphrase it in your own words.
Word of the Day: Netiquette

Post a response to the Question of the Day in your own words.
Use complete sentences, proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
Copy and paste the link to the specific Question of the Day?
Include an Inline Link to Websites.

Watch the video: Netiquette on the Big Screen. Take the Netiquette Pop Quiz quiz in Engrade.

Netiquette Magazine

Question of the Day: Choose one and write at least one well developed paragraph.

One of your friends likes to talk and text when you are hanging out. How can you politely tell your friends that this is not OK? Or is it OK? Explain your answer.
My best friend is always texting me is it OK to tell her it is annoying? How would you handle this situation?

Friday, October 2, 2015

Digital Footprint

1. What is your footprint?

A. Visit this introduction to a Digital Footprint from TeacherTube and then the Common Sense Media video about the impact of Digital Footprints.

B. Read the following 11 tips for students to manage their own footprint.

C. Click this link to participate in a Digital Footprint Survey and
it will open in a new window which you can close and return here.

Click here for the survey results.

D. Next download this Digital Footprint Document.

Question of the Day: Now that you have learned about some Top Tips, think about the tips that impact your own activity online. Create a list of 3 safety tips on your Blog that stuck in your mind the best tips. Make your own Title.