Friday, September 29, 2017

Today in class:

-- Please use Quizlet to study vocabulary for the first 15 minutes of class. No other activities or work may be done during this time.

-- Then, read through the questions near the end of this post before watching today's video.

-- Then, you will watch "Polysilicon Manufacturing Plant for Solar Cells, Semi Conductors," a video that explains how polysilicon is made.

-- Then, read "The Inside Story of the Great Polysilicon Heist" together as a class. You will take turns volunteering to read aloud.

-- Please take notes on the video and article.

-- Then, use the Internet to research polysilicon in the technology economy, and write short essay answers to the questions below. Answers must be in your own words, not copied directly from another source, and must be at least five complete sentences long. Answers which are copied directly from another source or do not meet the length requirement will be counted wrong. Please do your best and do not rush through this assignment.

1. How is polysilicon manufactured? 

2. In the article "The Inside Story of the Great Polysilicon Heist," who stole the material and how did they sell it?

3. Why were they able to steal so much without being caught before selling it?

4. In what industries is polysilicon used, and why has it become so valuable?

5. Do you believe polysilicon will become more or less valuable over the next 10 years? Explain your answer by giving three reasons why and supporting your ideas with facts.

-- Please turn in what you are able to complete today, and be prepared to discuss on Monday.

-- This will likely take the entire class period, but if you finish early, please rewrite your vocabulary terms and definitions until the end of the class period to study for Monday's test.

-- You must work on class work the entire class period. 

Thursday, September 28, 2017

Today in class:

-- Please use Quizlet to study vocabulary for the first 10 minutes of class.

-- Then, please complete the Dream Vacation Brochure assignment, save, and send to print. 

-- Once you have turned in the Dream Vacation Brochure assignment, please read the "Wired Magazine" article from yesterday's post. Pay close attention to what you read, and take notes, as tomorrow's class assignment will relate to this article.

Wednesday, September 27, 2017

Today in class, we will use the first 15 minutes of class to study vocabulary on Quizlet. Then we will continue working on yesterday's flyer and brochure assignments.

Once you have finished with that, please begin reading, "The Inside Story of the Great Silicon Heist," from "Wired Magazine" for our research topic this week and discussion on Friday.

Tuesday, September 26, 2017 -- Creating a One Page Flyer

For today's assignment, please create the clothing flyer described below. A sample jewelry flyer follows below the instructions. 

If you finish the clothing flyer, please start the next assignment, which is creating a "Dream Vacation Flyer." Instructions, and an example follow below the jewelry flyer example.

Creating A Flyer

 By Using Clip Art, Photos, and Tables.

You will be making a Flyer over your favorite clothing brand. (Example: Under Armour, Hurley, Hollister, etc.…) This Flyer will need to advertise the brand, whether that is a new clothing item, a huge sale, or just trying to get people to like their clothes.

1.    Open a new Blank document, this document will be your flyer.

2.   Make sure you have these things on your flyer:

a.   Name of the brand, this needs to be in WordArt

b.   Text that explains what the flyer is advertising (Example: “Buy these new pair of shoes!”)

c.   At least 1 Clip Art

d.  At least 1 Table

e.   At least 1 Photo, this photo must be edited!

3.    Click on the “Page Layout” Tab à Click on the “Page Color” Button à Then change your page color to anything other than White.

4.   Click on the “Page Layout” Tab à Click on the “Page Border” Button à Then add a page border of your choice.

5.   Insert a header with your name, date, and class on it.

6.   When you are done, save your document. Be sure to include your first and last name. 

HAVE FUN AND BE CREATIVE WITH THIS ASSIGNMENT!

Instructions for Dream Vacation Flyer

You will be making your own brochure from scratch by using Microsoft Word. You will be using all the skills that you have learned over the past couple of weeks. This brochure will be over your dream vacation. All your information needs to be accurate information. Here are the requirements:

1.      You should have 2 document pages. One page will be the front of your brochure and one will be the back.

2.     Make your documents “Landscape”.

3.     Click on your “Page Layout” tab and change your “Page Setup” to 3 columns. Then click on the “Breaks” button and click on “Column”. Repeat this step 1 more time  (this will let you type in each column)

4.     Here is what should be on your brochure:

a.     At least 2 Pictures of your vacation destination

b.    Format one of your pictures.

c.     A WordArt with the name of your vacation destination

d.    A bulleted list of things you can do on the vacation.

e.     A Table with the cost of food, hotel, and activities (example: theme park, scuba diving, shopping, etc…)

f.       Insert a Text Box with the address and phone number of your vacation destination.

g.      2 Shapes. (Make sure the Shapes go well with your text)

h.    1 ClipArt. (Make sure the ClipArt go well with your text)

i.       Your Font needs to have some type of Formatting that is attractive.

j.       Description of what all you can do on the vacation.

Your Brochure needs to be organized and written in a professional manner. Also be sure to check your spelling. It will count against you if you spell words incorrectly. This needs to look like a professional publication. 

Monday, September 25, 2017 -- Vocabulary 6 -- Advanced Word Processing Terms

For our assignment today, please write each term and definition and turn in, no later than the beginning of class tomorrow. If you finish before class is over today, please use the Quizlet to study for the vocabulary test.

Computer Applications II

Vocabulary 6 – Advanced Word Processing

September 25, 2017

1. Hyperlink
The blue, underlined text that takes you directly to a web site when you click on it.

2. Track changes
A word processor mode where every change is recorded and highlighted for later review. Both old and new text are kept in the document.

3. Mail Merge
A word processing function where a document template is combined with a database to produce a set of personalized documents.

4. Word Count
A word processing feature that counts the number of words and letters in a document. Useful for essays with a word limit.

5. Thesaurus
A word processing feature that can suggest words of similar meaning to the selected word.

6. Row
A horizontal set of cells in a table.

7. Column
A vertical set of cells in a table.

8. AutoFit
A word processing command to adjust the width of columns in a table so that they are just wide enough to display their contents.

9. Show Formatting
A command which displays whitespace characters, such as TAB, SPACE and ENTER, using special symbols.

10. Gutter
White space that separates columns and facing pages.

Wednesday, September 20, 2017

On this day in class, we did the Tables worksheet that says "Word Standards 7" in the upper right corner and the "How to Insert Word Art and Clip Art" worksheet. Tomorrow, we will print and turn in the Tables assignment.

Thursday, September 21, 2017

Please print and turn in the Tables and Clip Art assignments, if you have not already done so.  Once you have done that, please research the iPhone X and answer the questions posted with our research topic on our site. Please write your notes and answers to the questions on a separate piece piece of paper to use during our in-class discussion. Please turn them in at the end of the hour Thursday.

*The Vocabulary 5 test will be on Monday, due to school being out tomorrow. Please remember to use the Quizlet to study for the test.

Our Research Topic This Week -- iPhone X and Privacy Concerns

Our research topic for this week is:  

iPhone X and Privacy Concerns In the World of Advancing Smart Phone Technology

Please research and answer the five following questions:

1) What is the iPhone X?

2) When does it come out?

3) What are its new features?

4) What are three key privacy concerns with smart phones?

5) How are these addressed with relation to the new iPhone X?

Tuesday, September 19, 2017

Please remember to turn in vocabulary assignments at the beginning of the hour.

Today in class, we will be discussing this week's vocabulary words.

Then, we will review the "Using Microsoft Word to Create Tables" handout together and view a visual demonstration on the overhead screen. After this, please follow the guided instructions to create your own class schedule, including your classes and daily and anticipated daily assignments for this week. I will come around to check progress and answer questions.

Monday, September 18, 2017 -- Vocabulary 5 -- Graphics, Tables, and Charts

Vocabulary 5 -- Graphics, Tables, and Charts

Computer Applications II 

September 18, 2017 

Microsoft Word Terms Please look up the following terms at http://www.intelligentedu.com/microsoft_word_glossary.html. Please write two copies of the definitions, one to keep for yourself and one to turn in tomorrow at the beginning of class.

Clip Art

Crop

Drawing Objects

Float Over Text

Format Picture Dialog Box

Frame

Gridlines

Merge Cells

Picture Toolbar

Relative To

Parent Teacher Conferences -- Thursday, September 21, 2017

Parent teacher conferences will be Thursday, September 21, 2017. Conferences run 10 minutes per student and may be scheduled in advance. (Additional time may be schedule during my planning period, 6th hour, if needed.) To schedule an appointment time, please use the contact form in the sidebar on the right to send me a message.

Thank you,
Ms. Smith

Friday, September 15, 2017

Today in class:

-- Our vocabulary test is postponed until Monday due to necessary student absences for activities this week. Please continue to study Vocabulary 4 -- Internet Security.

-- The first 20 minutes of class we will use the Quizlet at https://quizlet.com/224178173/vocabulary-4-internet-security-flash-cards/ to study for Monday's test. Please be sure to use this Quizlet to study again Sunday night before the test Monday.

-- Following study time, I will review and grade your notes for our discussion of Elon Musk's statement, "AI is the biggest risk we face as a civilization."

-- For the remainder of the class period, we will discuss this statement.

Thursday, September 14, 2017

Today in class:

- We are reviewing yesterday's videos covering how to use the Find and Replace and Outline View functions in Microsoft Word. I am also demonstrating an example of each on the screen at the front of the room. 

- Then, we are continuing our research and taking notes on Elon Musk's statement, "AI is the biggest risk we face as a civilization."

- Please apply what you have learned to put your notes in outline form by applying Styles, specifically by using the Heading 1, Heading 2, and Heading 3 styles. Then go to the View tab and switch to Outline View. Practice moving and reorganizing text by using the controls in Outline View. Use this to format your notes so that the information you have collected is easily accessible for our class discussion tomorrow.

Wednesday, September 13, 2017

Today in class:

-- Please be sure you have turned in the vocabulary formatting assignment started Monday. It is due no later than today.

-- Once everyone has turned in their work, we will discuss the assignment and go over it together on the monitor at the front of the room. We will discuss which parts seemed easy and which seemed challenging for most students.

-- We will watch a video on the Find and Replace function in Microsoft Word (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zVUlEGYxuK8) and discuss how it works and where it might come in handy.

-- We will watch a video on applying heading styles in Microsoft Word to facilitate use of the Outline View feature of word (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tjoDe9ObnEk), and then discuss how it works and where it might come in handy.

-- Following the videos, please research Elon Musk's statement, "AI is the biggest risk we face as a civilization." Please organize your notes in outline form in a Microsoft Word document and apply heading styles, so that we may work further with this concept in class tomorrow.

-- Tips on writing an outline can be found here -- http://www.wikihow.com/Write-an-Outline

Tuesday, September 12, 2017

Today, we are discussing our vocabulary words and finishing the Word assignment from yesterday. Please be sure to add your name in the header of your document, print it out on HP Laserjet 2300 in our classroom, and turn it in on top of our file box at the front of the room.

Then, please print your notebook cover assignment from earlier this year and place in the front cover of your notebook. After you finish this, please begin designing a second notebook cover for your white notebook.

Monday, September 11, 2017 -- Test and Vocabulary 4

Today we will have our test covering Vocabulary 1, Vocabulary 2, Vocabulary 3, and the PowerPoint presentation titled MS Word Basics. 

Then, we will begin working with Vocabulary 4 on Internet security. The Vocabulary 4 handout follows. When you have completed your test, please review the list and create a Microsoft Word document identical to the handout. We will cover the details of formatting in class discussion. When complete, please save it with the name vocab4apps2firstnamelastname, and turn in a printed copy.

Friday, September 8, 2017 -- In-Class Review Using Quizlet.com

Today in class, we are using our new Quizlet.com study sets to study for the upcoming test on Monday. They are located at www.quizlet.com/MrsBaskett.

There are class sets for Computer Applications I and Computer Applications II. Please be sure to use the appropriate set for your class.

Thursday, September 7, 2017

*Please turn in written assignment two for vocabulary set two (including LAN and WAN) at the beginning of class, failing to do so will result in a grade of zero.

*Please be sure to be studying for the upcoming exam Monday, September 11.

Today in class, we will continue our review, specifically discussing vocabulary words from our first three vocabulary sets.

For today's assignment, please write and turn in vocabulary set 1 that begins with boolean operators. If you do not finish in class today, it is due at the beginning of class tomorrow.

On Today's Agenda -- In-Class Review and Vocabulary Set 2

Today we will have an in-class review of last week's MS Word Refresher PowerPoint presentation, discussing types of questions that might be included on the test, and answering any questions. 

* Homework -- Please write the second set of vocabulary words (including LAN and WAN) to turn in at the beginning of class tomorrow.

** Please remember to be studying for the cumulative test coming up on Monday, September 11.

Computer Lab and Class Help

The computer lab is usually open from 7:45 a.m. until about 4:00 p.m. and during lunch daily, should you need to use a computer for class work or need help.

Announcement: Test Rescheduled to Monday, September 11

Our next test will be Monday, September 11 (rather than Friday September 8). Tuesday, September 5, we will review in class, so you will have a full week to study following our in-class review. 

This test will cover our first three sets of vocabulary and the PowerPoint MS Word Refresher presentation from Tuesday, August 28. 

Friday, September 1, 2017

On today's class agenda:

-- Vocabulary Test

-- Finish Notes for Blizzard Entertainment Discussion

-- Practice testing on MS Word http://www.teststeststests.com/mswordtest.htm#Getting-Started-in-Microsoft-Word-Test

-- Blizzard Entertainment Discussion

-- Cumulative test Friday, September 8th