Mrs. Zullo

Week 17: 12/7/09 - 12/11/09

Week 17:  Meeting following days in class:

• Monday, 12/7/09
• Wednesday, 12/9/09
• Friday, 12/11/09

OVERVIEW of 12/7/09:

 1.  Homework due in tray within first 5 minutes of class (will not call for):

12.3 Evaluating search results with rubric (HW GRADE)

12.4 Evaluating web page content with rubric (QUIZ GRADE)

 2.   Announcements

*  Mid-term exam Tuesday, 12/15/09 A Da

*   We will see each other from now until then:

  i.   Monday, 12/7 –Continue with Web Essentials Unit 4

ii.   Wed., 12/9 – review for Exam

  iii.   Fri., 12/11 – Review for Exam

   iv.   Tues., 12/15 – EXAM

  *  Exam will consist of Unit 4 information ONLY

 

  3.  Lessons for today:

* Review Questions up to this point

* 13.2 Internet Security (PowerPoint & notes) - provided in class 

* 14.1 Guidelines for Good Web Design (Notes provided in class)

* 14.2 Principles of Web Design (article assigned) 

 

 

Week 16:  11/30 - 12/4/09

NEW UNIT:
Unit 4:  Web Design Internet Essentials
Standards:

BCS-CMW-12

Students will demonstrate the ability to search for information and evaluate search results.

BCS-CMW-13

Students will examine Internet security issues and recognize the importance of working in a secure environment.

BCS-CMW-14

Students will evaluate, compare, and contrast Web sites.

BCS-CMW-15
Students will design and create a basic Web site.

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Tuesday, 12/1/09 - A/Copper day:

The following were assigned on 11/20/09 - gave time in class to complete but also gave the option of completing at home over break as homework.  PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU TURN THESE ITEMS IN AS YOU WALK INTO CLASS - ON EXCEPTIONS! 

12.1 Searching Techniques PowerPoint (go through individually and complete the worksheet with pen/pencil - do NOT type)
12.1 Search Techniques Worksheet (due by end of class - turn in tray for grade) - will lose points if heading is not COMPLETELY FILLED OUT and/or if not stapled, etc. - HANDOUT WILL BE PROVIDED IN CLASS
12.1 Search Techniques - Please look at this rubric - this is how you will be graded - HANDOUT will be provided BUT you  must staple this rubric to the top of your worksheet prior to turning in today.

TODAY - we will be taking a "field trip" to the Media Center.  Dr. Grove will be familiarizing us with the library in addition to instructing us on how to evaluate websites.  Handouts will be provided to everyone during class to take notes.  IF ABSENT, it's your responsibility to obtain this information from a peer.  This will be due end of class today.

If finished early (as we will not be in class the entire period), you may work ahead on Friday's work!

Thursday, 12/3/09 - A/Copper day:

12.2 Searching the Internet- Worksheet
12.2 Searching the Internet Alice in the Internet Article
12.2 Searching the Internet One Great Source Article
12.2 Searching the Internet rubric - make sure you review and turn the printed one provided to you in with your work.

HOMEWORK:  DUE MONDAY, 12/7/09:
Printouts will be provided in class on Thursday AND the answers are to be handwritten...due as you walk into class on Monday, 12/7/09.  Will not ask for - put in tray within first 5 minutes of class.  (Note:  12.3 will count as homework grade while 12.4 will count as quiz grade)...

12.3 Evaluating search results
12.3 Evaluating search results rubric (staple on top of completed worksheet)

AND

12.4 Evaluating Web Page Content
12.4 Evaluating Web Page Content rubric

Week 15: 11/16/09 - 11/20/09

Monday, 11/16/09

• Review for Unit 3 Test
• Test will be on Wednesday

Wednesday, 11/18/09

• Unit 3 Networking Test
• Unit 4 Pre-Test

Friday, 11/20/09

• Notebook Check - be prepared
• Notebook Surprises: (have these written on the gradesheet I have already provided)
• • #1: 9.3 Steps to set up basic network GRADED
    #2: 9.2 NW Field Trip - completed - will not be graded/should already be in nb
    #3: Flikr handout GRADED - if you did not turn one in with assignment, you may have received credit for the assignment in Pinnacle BUT you would not have this sheet graded.
     
• Review Unit 3 Test (if everyone has taken)
• • Blake B., Ben H., and Chris R. - must come in before school or stay after on Friday to make up test.  Will not be able to make up after break!
     
• Unit 4 Pretest (remember, this does not count against you) - the following people have not taken this - please see me.
• •  Blake B., Jake, Chris R.
     
• Unit 4:  Web Design Internet Essentials - we will start this when we return after break.
• • We will be going over the standards, etc. when we return on 12/1/09
  • We will be visiting our Media Center on 12/1/09 also as part of this unit.
  • We will start this unit today with the following assignment in class.  If we do not finish it, you will have to complete as homework over the break and turn in at beginning of class on 12/1/09.
  • 12.1 Search Techniques (handout will be provided in class)
    12.1 Search Techniques rubric (how you will be graded - will provide handout in class)
    12.1 Searching Techniques PowerPoint to take notes on 12.1 Search Techniques handout
    

ENJOY YOUR BREAK....GOBBLE...GOBBLE!!!

 

Week 14:  11/9/09 - 11/13/09

We meet this week Tuesday & Thursday

Continuing Unit 3: Networking:  Standards 9-10-11

• 9.3 Steps to Set up a Basic Network - students will complete this worksheet as we watch video during class.  Handout will be provided to students.  When we are done, we will review if time allows.  If not students will turn in for accuracy grade - attach 9.3 Steps to Set up a Basic Network rubric to front of handout - the rubrics will be available in the classroom.

• 10.1 Data Packets - Students will be creatings worksheet on this video.  After video and notetaking, students will create a blank worksheet and an answer key (10 Q & A) - let Mrs. Zullo know when done so she can print for you as pritners may not be working. 

• 11.1 Network Timeline Directions - there will not be a handout of this in class but students will be able to refer to this and we will go over expectations in class.  They will be graded according to the attached 11.1 Network Timeline Rubric .  

• 11.2 Network Trends Article Reviews - will go over expectations in class.
• 11.2 Network Trends Article Reviews Worksheet
• 11.2 Network Trends Article Reviews Rubric

Week #12 (10/26/09 - 10/30/09)

Unit 3 - we will start this week. 
Topic:  Networking Basics
GPS:  8-9-10-11

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Monday, 10/26/09 Agenda

1. Unit 2 Test
2. Unit 3 (Networking Basics) PreTest
3. Unit 3 Intro to Networking Basics
4. 8.1 Powerpoint - Intro to Networking - use to take notes with the handout:
5. 8.1 Introduction to Networking Notes Sheet Handout (Due 10/28/09) A copy will be provided in class provided I have paper but just in case, it is here.  There is a rubric you should attach to the front of this paper before turning in.

Wednesday, 10/28/09 Agenda

1. 8.1 Notes Sheet - started 10/26 - due by end of class today (Make sure you attach rubric to the front of it from the front desk)
2. 8.2 Networking terms - due by Fri., 10/30 (this will be completed electronically and printed from class.  Make sure you attach rubric to front of it.

Friday, 10/30/09 Agenda

1. 8.2 Networking terms - started 10/28 - due by end of class today (Make sure you attach rubric to the front of it from the front desk)
2. 9.1 Network Hardware Requirements - Instruction Sheet (will provide handout in class)
3. 9.1 Network Hardware Requirements worksheet - will provide handout in class - due by end of class 10/30)
4. 9.2 Network fieldtrip - handout will be provided in class - there is a rubric you need to attach to front of this before handing in.  Due by end of class today.

 

 

Week 8: Week of 9/28/09

Week of 9/28/09

This week, we will be starting Unit 2:  Hardware and Software Components.  The pretest was given on 9/24/09.  If you were absent, please make arrangements with Mrs. Zullo to take this - it will not count against you!!!  We will be working on this unit for two weeks.  It is vital that you make good use of your time in class.

UNIT 2:  Hardware & Software Components

GPS: 

BCS-CMW-4:  Students will describe the major hardware and software components of a computer and their interactions.

BCS-CMW-5:  Students will compare and contrast computer features.

BCS-CMW-6:  Students will demonstrate an understanding of how numbers and characters are represented in a computer.

BCS-CMW-7:  Students will demonstrate an understanding of how pictures, sounds, and video are represented in a computer.

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AGENDA:

Monday, 9/28/09:
Review unit 1 Test if needed (may not be able to do this today if some still need to make it up) - All makeups must be completed by Wednesday.

Notebooks – review dividers (already graded on 9/24) - make sure YOU show me at end of class prior to leaving (Dividers should be: Agendas – Notes – Tests – Other or Misc.)  When notebook is opened up, BEFORE the first divider should be the class syllabus and behind that should be the standards for our class.

Bring Shoebox this week for project

4.1 Information Processing Cycle (will provide handout in class) - take notes based on classroom discussion (4.1 handout) - File in Notes in NB

4.1 The Journey Inside the Computer - Download 4.1 Journey Inside the Computer - Work in pairs - 30 minutes to complete - classroom discussion (4.1 The Journey) - File in Notes in NB

Wednesday, 9/30/09

Writing Assignment by grade level (30 minutes)

4.1 Review Journey Inside the Computer handout - place in NB - Notes

4.3 Computer Insides and Out Hunt - Download 4.3 Computer Insides and Outs Hunt - complete on your own - turn in for grade - make sure your name is on ALL pages!! Clean document up (lines, etc)

5.2 Notes to class - How to buy a Computer - file in NB Notes section (handout 5.2 Choosing a Computer will be provided for note taking - Download 5 .2 How to Buy a Computer Note sheet)

Friday, 10/2/09

5.1 Read Internet Article (individual exercise) - Complete 5.1 Computer Specs that Matter - print and file in your Notes Section - Download 5 .1 Computer Specs that Matter Worksheet internet article version

NEXT WEEK:
Finishing up Unit 2
Covering Standards 6 & 7
Post-test Review and test

9/24/09

1.  Unit 1 Review - crossword (homework)
2.  Unit 1 Test
3.  Unit 2 Pre-test
4.  Unit 2:  4.1 Information Processing Cycle worksheet - print when done
5.  Unit 2:  4.1 Journey Inside the Computer Worksheet (print when done
6.  4.1 Journey Inside the Computer rubric

BRING EMPTY SHOEBOX BETWEEN NOW AND NEXT WEDNESDAY FOR PROJECT!!!!

Friday, 9/18/09 - A Day

EQ:   
Why is ethics an important issue in technology?

GPS:
BCS-CMW-3
Students will examine the professional and ethical issues involved in the use of computer technology.

AGENDA:

Discussion - Notebooks

1. Starting 9/21/09, we will be required to keep notebooks - it will no longer be optional

2. On Monday, for a grade, you will be bringing a three-ring binder with divders labeled as follows:

• Agendas - Notes - Worksheets - Other or Miscellaneous
• When notebook is opened up, BEFORE the first divider should be the class syllabus and behind that should be the standards for our class.
• Have this completed at home and as you walk in the door to class, be prepared to show me and Mrs. Brown.
• If you have Unit 1 papers, by all means put them in the notebook but I will not require anything other than the study guides to be in the notebook for Unit 1.
• You will bring your notebook to class daily.

3.  Pick up a work sheet on front table by trays "Study Guide for Units 1-3 Jeopardy" (this one study guide that will be provided to you for the Unit 1 Test we will be taking on Thursday, 9/24/09. 

  4.  Using the Internet, you will complete this study guide 

 BY YOURSELF. 

This study guide will prepare you for part of the Unit 1 test but moreover, will prepare you for the Jeopardy review game we are going to play! When you are done, sit tight but no one should be playing games or goofing off.

  5.  Jeopardy review game

  6.  2nd Study Guide for Unit 1 - After we are done reviewing, you will be given the 2nd and last study guide for Unit 1 Test.  You may or may not have time to complete this in class but if we have time, you will be working alone to complete it. If you are not able to complete it in class, you will complete it for homework over the weekend.  I will grade it on Tuesday and we will review it then also.

 

 

Wednesday, 9/16/09 - A Day

EQ:   
Why is ethics an important issue in technology?

GPS:
BCS-CMW-3
Students will examine the professional and ethical issues involved in the use of computer technology.

AGENDA:

1. Students will complete the two worksheets (provided on student directory) from Monday, organizing their research for a PowerPoint to be completed later.  These are to be printed and turned in by due date indicated below:
2. • Privacy (DUE at midway point of class today)
   • Technology (DUE at midway point of class today)
   • WILL ANNOUNCE IN CLASS
   • IF YOU NEED MORE TIME TO COMPLETE THESE TODAY, YOU ARE FREE TO COME IN DURING YOUR LUNCH OR STAY AFTER UNTIL 4:30 OR COMPLETE AT HOME TONIGHT AND EMAIL ME at bzullo@gmail.com
   • Will not accept these documents after midnight tonight! 
   • If you choose to email, make sure you copy yourself on the email so you have a copy in case I never receive it.  Also, make sure you have the email correct - will not accept if you have not typed the email address correctly.
3. We will NOT be completing the PowerPoint for the above documents as we are limited on time.  We may go back to this at some point during the semester though.
4. NEW:  Information vs. Misinformation (3.2) worksheet & Rubric (DUE at end of class on Friday, 9/18/09) - print and turn in to tray. 
5. DO NOT PRINT rubric - this is just for your reference before handing in.  When you turn in document, there will be rubrics in the box on table for you to use.
6. Remember - you will lose points if your name/period are not in the header of the final document AND if you did not attach a rubric stapled to the left top corner of your document.  Make sure you fille out the name/period on rubric.  I will use this to grade.
7. Coming on Friday:  Study Guide for Unit 1 Test

Monday, 9/14/09 - A Day

EQ:   
Why is ethics an important issue in technology?

GPS:
BCS-CMW-3
Students will examine the professional and ethical issues involved in the use of computer technology.

AGENDA:

1. Students will take Two-Column notes on Presentation Pointers PowerPoint (provided in class) - DUE at end of class today.  Will print this one-page document out.  Make sure it's one page.  Documents needed (worksheet and PowerPoint) are on the student directory at school in Lesson 3 folder.

2. Students will complete three worksheets (provided on student directory) organizing their research for a PowerPoint to be completed later.  These are all to be printed and turned in by due date indicated below.

   • Code of Ethics (DUE at end of class today)
   • Privacy (DUE at midway point of class on Wednesday)
   • Technology (DUE at midway point of class on Wednesday)