[Daily Agenda] Friday, September 30, 2016

Topic

Web Design, HTML, and CSS

Essential Questions

1. What can I do with all of the stuff I learned from the CodeAcademy HTML & CSS course?
2. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Today you should:

1. Complete the Vocab-Shmocab #1 assignment. It is due before the end of class.
2. Vocab-Shmocab #2, Vocab-Shmocab #3, and Vocab-Shmocab #4 are all due NO LATER THAN September 30, 2016. Those are all of the Vocab-Shmocab assignments for the 1st quarter.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Students will review and discuss the All About Me! web page project.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Continue working on:

1. Continue working on CodeAcademy: HTML & CSS. CodeAcademy has not been reset as of yet. If you still have not finished your 25% you may do so today.
2. Begin working on Draw Something 2: Abstract Art. It is due Monday, October 03, 2016.
3. Begin working on All About Me! web page.
4. The Vocab-Shmocab assignments are due TODAY!

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on CodeAcademy.

[Misc.] Class Blog Logo Specifications

For students interested in creating a logo for the class blog, here are the image requirements:

1. Vertical Pixel Resolution: 280
2. Horizontal Pixel Resolution: 960
3. Image Type: .PNG
4. Include your FIRST NAME and LAST INITIAL in the image.

[Daily Agenda] Thursday, September 29, 2016

Topic

Web Design, HTML, and CSS

Essential Questions

1. What can I do with all of the stuff I learned from the CodeAcademy HTML & CSS course?
2. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Today you should:

1. Complete the Vocab-Shmocab #1 assignment. It is due before the end of class.
2. Vocab-Shmocab #2, Vocab-Shmocab #3, and Vocab-Shmocab #4 are all due NO LATER THAN September 30, 2016. Those are all of the Vocab-Shmocab assignments for the 1st quarter.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Students will setup their DCPS OneDrive account.

Students will review and discuss the All About Me! web page project.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Continue working on:

1. Continue working on Internet Speed Test Microsoft Excel project.
2. Continue working on CodeAcademy: HTML & CSS. The due date has been extended to September 23, 2016 to complete 25% of the course.
3. Begin working on Draw Something 2: Abstract Art.
4. Begin working on All About Me! web page.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on CodeAcademy.

[Daily Agenda] Wednesday, September 28, 2016

Topic

Web Design, HTML, and CSS

Essential Questions

1. What can I do with all of the stuff I learned from the CodeAcademy HTML & CSS course?
2. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Today you should:

1. Complete the Vocab-Shmocab #1 assignment. It is due before the end of class.
2. Vocab-Shmocab #2, Vocab-Shmocab #3, and Vocab-Shmocab #4 are all due NO LATER THAN September 30, 2016. Those are all of the Vocab-Shmocab assignments for the 1st quarter.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Students will setup their DCPS OneDrive account.

Students will review and discuss the All About Me! web page project.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Continue working on:

1. Continue working on Internet Speed Test Microsoft Excel project.
2. Continue working on CodeAcademy: HTML & CSS. The due date has been extended to September 23, 2016 to complete 25% of the course.
3. Begin working on Draw Something 2: Abstract Art.
4. Begin working on All About Me! web page.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on CodeAcademy.

[Daily Agenda] Tuesday, September 27, 2016

Topic

Web Design, HTML, and CSS

Essential Questions

1. What can I do with all of the stuff I learned from the CodeAcademy HTML & CSS course?
2. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Today you should:

1. Complete the Vocab-Shmocab #1 assignment. It is due before the end of class.
2. Vocab-Shmocab #2, Vocab-Shmocab #3, and Vocab-Shmocab #4 are all due NO LATER THAN September 30, 2016. Those are all of the Vocab-Shmocab assignments for the 1st quarter.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Students will complete the Microsoft Excel Kahoot! in class.

Students will review and discuss the All About Me! web page project.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Continue working on:

1. Continue working on Internet Speed Test Microsoft Excel project.
2. Continue working on CodeAcademy: HTML & CSS. The due date has been extended to September 23, 2016 to complete 25% of the course.
3. Begin working on Draw Something 2: Abstract Art.
4. Begin working on All About Me! web page.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on CodeAcademy.

[Daily Agenda] Monday, September 26, 2016

Topic

Web Design, HTML, and CSS

Essential Questions

1. What can I do with all of the stuff I learned from the CodeAcademy HTML & CSS course?
2. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Today you should:

1. Complete the Vocab-Shmocab #1 assignment. It is due before the end of class.
2. Vocab-Shmocab #2, Vocab-Shmocab #3, and Vocab-Shmocab #4 are all due NO LATER THAN September 30, 2016. Those are all of the Vocab-Shmocab assignments for the 1st quarter.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Students will complete the Microsoft Excel Kahoot! in class.

Students will review and discuss the All About Me! web page project.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Continue working on:

1. Continue working on Internet Speed Test Microsoft Excel project.
2. Continue working on CodeAcademy: HTML & CSS. The due date has been extended to September 23, 2016 to complete 25% of the course.
3. Begin working on Draw Something 2: Abstract Art.
4. Begin working on All About Me! web page.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on CodeAcademy.

[Daily Agenda] Thursday, September 22, 2016

Topic

Microsoft PowerPoint & Excel

Essential Questions

1. What are some of the basic features of Microsoft PowerPoint?
2. What are some of the basic components of Microsoft Excel?
3. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Today you should:

1. Complete the Vocab-Shmocab #1 assignment. It is due before the end of class.
2. Vocab-Shmocab #2, Vocab-Shmocab #3, and Vocab-Shmocab #4 are all due NO LATER THAN September 30, 2016. Those are all of the Vocab-Shmocab assignments for the 1st quarter.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Draw Something 2: Abstract Art will be discussed.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Continue working on:

1. Continue working on Internet Speed Test Microsoft Excel project.
2. Continue working on CodeAcademy: HTML & CSS. The due date has been extended to September 23, 2016 to complete 25% of the course.
3. Begin working on Draw Something 2: Abstract Art.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on CodeAcademy.

[Daily Agenda] Wednesday, September 21, 2016

Topic

Microsoft PowerPoint & Excel

Essential Questions

1. What are some of the basic features of Microsoft PowerPoint?
2. What are some of the basic components of Microsoft Excel?
3. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Today you should:

1. Complete the Vocab-Shmocab #1 assignment. It is due before the end of class.
2. Vocab-Shmocab #2, Vocab-Shmocab #3, and Vocab-Shmocab #4 are all due NO LATER THAN September 30, 2016. Those are all of the Vocab-Shmocab assignments for the 1st quarter.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Draw Something 2: Abstract Art will be discussed.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Continue working on:

1. Continue working on Internet Speed Test Microsoft Excel project.
2. Continue working on CodeAcademy: HTML & CSS. The due date has been extended to September 23, 2016 to complete 25% of the course.
3. Begin working on Draw Something 2: Abstract Art.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on CodeAcademy.

[Daily Agenda] Tuesday, September 20, 2016

Topic

Microsoft PowerPoint & Excel

Essential Questions

1. What are some of the basic features of Microsoft PowerPoint?
2. What are some of the basic components of Microsoft Excel?
3. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Today you should:

1. Complete the Vocab-Shmocab #1 assignment. It is due before the end of class.
2. Vocab-Shmocab #2, Vocab-Shmocab #3, and Vocab-Shmocab #4 are all due NO LATER THAN September 30, 2016. Those are all of the Vocab-Shmocab assignments for the 1st quarter.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Draw Something 2: Abstract Art will be discussed.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Continue working on:

1. Continue working on Internet Speed Test Microsoft Excel project.
2. Continue working on CodeAcademy: HTML & CSS. The due date has been extended to September 23, 2016 to complete 25% of the course.
3. Begin working on Draw Something 2: Abstract Art.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on CodeAcademy.

[In Your Journal] Vocab-Shmocab #2: Image Editing Basics

[Due: 09/30/2016 ALL CLASSES] [25 Points]

The following terms are basic terms related to image editing. Please copy and define the following information into your journal. You are allowed to abbreviate as necessary.

1. If you are given the VOCABULARY TERM you must find the DEFINITION.
2. If you are given the DEFINITION you must find the VOCABULARY TERM.

Please use this website to help with the terms.

Vocabulary Terms

1. Pixel:
2. __________: The number of pixels, both horizontally and vertically, used to capture or display the image. The higher the _________, the finer the image details.
3. Color Depth:
4. CMYK Color:
5. _____ _______: A _______ is the set of available colors. For a given application, the _______ may be only a subset of all the colors that can be physically displayed. For example, many computer systems can display 16-million unique colors, but a given program would use only 256 of them at a time if the display is in 256-color mode. The computer system's _______, therefore, would consist of the 16 million colors, but the program's _______ would contain only the 256-color subset.
6. ___: A bit-mapped file format used by Microsoft Windows. The ___ format supports RGB, indexed-color, grayscale, and Bitmap color modes.
7. RGB Color:
8. ___: Developed as a patent-free alternative to GIF, this format is used for lossless compression for the purposes of displaying images on the World Wide Web. Adopted by the WWW consortium as a replacement for GIF, some older versions of Web browsers may not support ___ images.
9. GIF:
10. JPEG:
11. _____: A data compression technique that can reduce the detail of a digital image file. Most video compression techniques utilize lossy compression.
12. Non-lossy (a.k.a. lossless):

Pro-Tip

CTRL-F will open the "Find" function for your browser. Use it to find the missing vocabulary terms!

[In Your Journal] Vocab-Shmocab #3: Fundamentals of Computing

[Due: 09/30/2016 FOR ALL CLASSES.] [25 Points]

The following vocabulary terms are fundamental to understanding computing. Please copy and define the following vocabulary terms. You may abbreviate as necessary.

1. If you are given the VOCABULARY TERM you must find the DEFINITION.
2. If you are given the DEFINITION you must find the VOCABULARY TERM.

All definitions provided by Dictionary.com.

Vocabulary Terms

1. algorithm:
2. binary digit (bit):
3. ____: a series of eight bits.
4. ________: 1,024 bytes.
5. ________: 1,048,576 bytes
6. ________: 1,073,741,824 bytes
7. computer:
8. ____: individual facts, statistics, or items of information.
9. encryption:
10. ________: to convey or remove from one place, person, etc., to another.

[In Your Journal] Vocab-Shmocab #4: Computer Components

[Due: 09/30/2016 FOR ALL CLASSES.] [25 Points]

The following vocabulary terms are the most common components found in modern computers. Please copy and define the following information into your journal. You are allowed to abbreviate as necessary.

1. If you are given the VOCABULARY TERM you must find the DEFINITION.
2. If you are given the DEFINITION you must find the VOCABULARY TERM.

Some definitions can be found here and here. The other definitions will require effort on your part to find.

Vocabulary Terms

1. ___: the main processor of the computer, controls all functions of the computer.
2. input device:
3. RAM:
4. ROM:
5. ____ _____: a long term storage device that stores data on spinning magnetic platters.
6. optical drive:
7. output device:
8. _____ ______: supplies and regulates the electrical supply for the computer.
9. motherboard:
10. ____: a structure made from steel, wood, plastic, or other material designed to house all of the computer components.

Follow-Up

1. Explain how the motherboard and CPU communicate.
2. Explain the difference between RAM and ROM.
3. Identify at least two input devices.
4. Identify at least two output devices.

[Daily Agenda] Monday, September 19, 2016

Topic

Microsoft PowerPoint & Excel

Essential Questions

1. What are some of the basic features of Microsoft PowerPoint?
2. What are some of the basic components of Microsoft Excel?
3. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Today you should:

1. You need to create an account on CodeAcademy if you haven't done so.. Please follow these instructions:
   • Please click this link to create an account.
   • Use your Student ID number as your username.
   • Use your DCPS e-mail address.
2. Complete the Vocab-Shmocab #1 assignment. It is due before the end of class.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Nothing new for today.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Continue working on:

1. Continue working on Internet Speed Test Microsoft Excel project.
2. Continue working on CodeAcademy: HTML & CSS. The due date has been extended to September 23, 2016 to complete 25% of the course.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on CodeAcademy.

[Daily Agenda] Friday, September 16, 2016

Topic

Microsoft PowerPoint & Excel

Essential Questions

1. What are some of the basic features of Microsoft PowerPoint?
2. What are some of the basic components of Microsoft Excel?
3. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Today you should:

1. You need to create an account on CodeAcademy if you haven't done so.. Please follow these instructions:
   • Please click this link to create an account.
   • Use your Student ID number as your username.
   • Use your DCPS e-mail address.
2. Complete Meme Monday #2 IF YOU WERE ABSENT.
3. If you did NOT turn in your Student Intro. PowerPoint, you have until the END OF CLASS to submit the project via e-mail for PARTIAL CREDIT. If you do not, the grade will remain a zero.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Nothing new for today.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Continue working on:

1. Continue working on Internet Speed Test Microsoft Excel project.
2. Continue working on CodeAcademy: HTML & CSS.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on CodeAcademy.

[Daily Agenda] Thursday, September 15, 2016

Topic

Microsoft PowerPoint & Excel

Essential Questions

1. What are some of the basic features of Microsoft PowerPoint?
2. What are some of the basic components of Microsoft Excel?
3. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Today you should:

1. You need to create an account on CodeAcademy if you haven't done so.. Please follow these instructions:
   • Please click this link to create an account.
   • Use your Student ID number as your username.
   • Use your DCPS e-mail address.
2. Complete Meme Monday #2 IF YOU WERE ABSENT.
3. If you did NOT turn in your Student Intro. PowerPoint, you have until the END OF CLASS to submit the project via e-mail for PARTIAL CREDIT. If you do not, the grade will remain a zero.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Nothing new for today.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Continue working on:

1. Continue working on Internet Speed Test Microsoft Excel project.
2. Continue working on CodeAcademy: HTML & CSS.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on CodeAcademy.

[In Your Journal]: Vocab-Shmocab #1: Mr. Kelley's Key Terms

[Due: 09/19/2016 for B-Day, 09/20/2016 for A-Day] [25 Points]

Directions

For this first Vocab-Shmocab assignment:

1. Copy the following vocabulary terms and definitions into your journal.
2. Read the examples provided under "My Examples" below.
3. Complete the "Your Examples" section in your journal.

Key Terms

• Describe: Provide details related to the five senses: sight, touch, taste, smell, and hearing. Also provide additional details such as: age, gender, size, time, date, emotions, or uses. When you describe you MUST write in complete sentences.
• Explain: Provide evidence and support related to the topic OR provide instructions to complete a task. When you explain you MUST write in complete sentences.
• Identify: Provide the required number of subjects or topics. When you identify you CAN write in complete sentences OR make a list.

My Examples

1. Describe a computer
A computer is an electronic device. It is made of different components such as: CPUs, RAM, and hard drives. Computers can perform various tasks such as running office software, playing games, and editing videos. Computers are available in all shapes and sizes. They are used in applications such as automobiles, cash registers, and hospital equipment.
2. Explain how to lock your computer screen.
Press CTRL-ALT-DEL. Then left-click on "Lock" from the menu.
3. Identify three possible reasons a computer would not boot.
Three reasons a computer would not boot include being unplugged, hard drive failure, or over heating.

Our Examples

In your journal, complete the following examples.

1. Describe a hippopotamus.
2. Explain why the sun rises in the East and sets in the West.
3. Identify the steps to making a bowl of cereal for breakfast.

[Daily Agenda] Wednesday, September 14, 2016

Topic

Microsoft PowerPoint & Excel

Essential Questions

1. What are some of the basic features of Microsoft PowerPoint?
2. What are some of the basic components of Microsoft Excel?
3. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Today you should:

1. You need to create an account on CodeAcademy if you haven't done so.. Please follow these instructions:
   • Please click this link to create an account.
   • Use your Student ID number as your username.
   • Use your DCPS e-mail address.
2. Complete Meme Monday #2 IF YOU WERE ABSENT.
3. If you did NOT turn in your Student Intro. PowerPoint, you have until the END OF CLASS to submit the project via e-mail for PARTIAL CREDIT. If you do not, the grade will remain a zero.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Nothing new for today.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Continue working on:

1. Continue working on Internet Speed Test Microsoft Excel project.
2. Continue working on CodeAcademy: HTML & CSS.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on CodeAcademy.

[Daily Agenda] Tuesday, September 13, 2016

Topic

Microsoft PowerPoint & Excel

Essential Questions

1. What are some of the basic features of Microsoft PowerPoint?
2. What are some of the basic components of Microsoft Excel?
3. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Today you should:

1. You need to create an account on CodeAcademy if you haven't done so.. Please follow these instructions:
   • Please click this link to create an account.
   • Use your Student ID number as your username.
   • Use your DCPS e-mail address.
2. Complete Meme Monday #2.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Students will view the Top 8 for Draw Something 1.

Students will discuss the CodeAcademy website and assignments.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Continue working on:

1. Continue working on Internet Speed Test Microsoft Excel project.
2. Continue working on CodeAcademy: HTML & CSS.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on CodeAcademy.

[Daily Agenda] Monday, September 12, 2016

Topic

Microsoft PowerPoint & Excel

Essential Questions

1. What are some of the basic features of Microsoft PowerPoint?
2. What are some of the basic components of Microsoft Excel?
3. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Today you should:

1. You need to create an account on CodeAcademy if you haven't done so.. Please follow these instructions:
   • Please click this link to create an account.
   • Use your Student ID number as your username.
   • Use your DCPS e-mail address.
2. Complete Meme Monday #2.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Students will view the Top 8 for Draw Something 1.

Students will discuss the CodeAcademy website and assignments.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Continue working on:

1. Continue working on Internet Speed Test Microsoft Excel project.
2. Continue working on CodeAcademy: HTML & CSS.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on CodeAcademy.

[Daily Agenda] Friday, September 09, 2016

Topic

Microsoft PowerPoint & Excel

Essential Questions

1. What are some of the basic features of Microsoft PowerPoint?
2. What are some of the basic components of Microsoft Excel?
3. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Today you should:

1. You need to create an account on CodeAcademy. Please follow these instructions:
   • Please click this link to create an account.
   • Use your Student ID number as your username.
   • Use your DCPS e-mail address.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Students will view the Top 8 for Draw Something 1.

Students will discuss the CodeAcademy website and assignments.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Continue working on:

1. Continue working on Internet Speed Test Microsoft Excel project.
2. Continue working on CodeAcademy: HTML & CSS.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on CodeAcademy.

[Daily Agenda] Thursday, September 08, 2016

Topic

Microsoft PowerPoint & Excel

Essential Questions

1. What are some of the basic features of Microsoft PowerPoint?
2. What are some of the basic components of Microsoft Excel?
3. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Today you should:

1. You need to create an account on CodeAcademy. Please follow these instructions:
   • Please click this link to create an account.
   • Use your Student ID number as your username.
   • Use your DCPS e-mail address.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Students will view the Top 8 for Draw Something 1.

Students will discuss the CodeAcademy website and assignments.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Continue working on:

1. Continue working on Internet Speed Test Microsoft Excel project.
2. Continue working on CodeAcademy: HTML & CSS.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on CodeAcademy.

[Daily Agenda] Wednesday, September 07, 2016

Topic

Microsoft PowerPoint & Excel

Essential Questions

1. What are some of the basic features of Microsoft PowerPoint?
2. What are some of the basic components of Microsoft Excel?
3. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Today you should:

1. There is no Meme Monday this week due to the holiday and weather day.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Students that have not yet taken the ICT-2 Microsoft Excel Baseline will do so today.

Students will discuss new procedures for using the in-class "Tech Support" system.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Continue working on:

1. Student Introduction PowerPoint. Due 09/02/2016 by 11:59PM
2. Draw Something 1 due 09/02/2016 by 11:59PM
3. Remember that the Feed Your Brain #1 and Meme Monday #1 assignments are due by end of class today!

If you are finished with both of those projects please start on the Internet Speed Test Microsoft Excel project. Make sure you have completed the baseline BEFORE starting this assignment today.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on any Cornell Notes assignments that are due.

[Daily Agenda] Tuesday, September 06, 2016

Topic

Microsoft PowerPoint & Excel

Essential Questions

1. What are some of the basic features of Microsoft PowerPoint?
2. What are some of the basic components of Microsoft Excel?
3. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Today you should:

1. There is no Meme Monday this week due to the holiday and weather day.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Students that have not yet taken the ICT-2 Microsoft Excel Baseline will do so today.

Students will discuss new procedures for using the in-class "Tech Support" system.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Continue working on:

1. Student Introduction PowerPoint. Due 09/02/2016 by 11:59PM
2. Draw Something 1 due 09/02/2016 by 11:59PM
3. Remember that the Feed Your Brain #1 and Meme Monday #1 assignments are due by end of class today!

If you are finished with both of those projects please start on the Internet Speed Test Microsoft Excel project. Make sure you have completed the baseline BEFORE starting this assignment today.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on any Cornell Notes assignments that are due.

[Daily Agenda] Thursday, September 01, 2016

Topic

Microsoft PowerPoint

Essential Questions

1. What are some of the basic features of Microsoft PowerPoint?
2. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Today you should:

1. Complete the Meme Monday #01 assignment.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Students that have not yet taken the ICT-2 Microsoft Excel Baseline will do so today.

Students will discuss new procedures for using the in-class "Tech Support" system.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Continue working on:

1. Student Introduction PowerPoint. Due 09/02/2016 by 11:59PM
2. Draw Something 1 due 09/02/2016 by 11:59PM
3. Remember that the Feed Your Brain #1 and Meme Monday #1 assignments are due by end of class today!

If you are finished with both of those projects please start on the Internet Speed Test Microsoft Excel project. Make sure you have completed the baseline BEFORE starting this assignment today.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on any Cornell Notes assignments that are due.