Thursday, January 17, 2013

Thurs 1/17


Introduction to Computers
Objective:
Students will review a class presentation on parts and history of the computer. 

Technology Standards:
Standard 1 - Basic operations and concepts
1.a.2. Demonstrate proper care of computer hardware, software

1.a.1. Identify and use appropriate technology vocabulary 

Standard 5 - Technology research tools
5.a.1. Use a web-browser to navigate the internet

Writing Standards for Literacy:
6. Use technology, including the Internet, to produce, publish, and update individual or shared writing products, taking advantage of technology’s capacity to link to other information and to display information flexibly and dynamically.

School-Wide Learning Goals (SWLGs):
Become critical, logical and independent thinkers who are academically and technologically prepared for success in a constantly changing society.



Agenda:
Warm-up -
Work on typing skills -
Work writing Skills - Update Journal
Discuss/Review Homework.

Classwork -
1. Write Journal - Highlight the word of the day in RED (Sample Blogg)

2. Study for quiz - Take quiz

3. Class presentation - History

4. Define Terms




Extra credit: ID,

Closure 
Review today’s work

Homework
Bring Your ID 
Know your Password
Bring Something to write with/on
Finish any work not done in class
Bring a good attitude :)


Journal #11
Please support your position by giving examples to justify your conclusion on the following questions.  What is the one thing you like the most about yourself? Why?   What is the one thing you would like to improve?  Are you ready to change that one thing about yourself that drives you nuts? How will you change it?.
(copy question. respond with 3 complete paragraphs)
Use the word 
abhorin your essay.