WEEKLY CLASS REPORT
Walden House, Saturday, 7/24/10
Opening Comments:
Chairs were set up with a white board for lecture.
Attendance:
Attendance was taken and the notebooks. Frank DeLeon came up to me and asked if he could be excused from the class because he wanted me to give him a note to excuse him from class to go to a baseball game.I explained that if he left he would be marked absent and that I would not be excusing him to go. One of the staff members happened to walk in while I was talking to Frank and he also, explained to Frank that the computer class was a priority at the center not the baseball game. He then told me that a list of the names on our roster had been given to the driver so that the students in the class would not leave for the game. All the students that were in class had their outlines although, many had questions that Austin I went over with them.
INTRODUCTIONS OR OVERVIEW:
I introduced the topics that would be covered during the class in Module 2 and MS Word
1ST TOPIC COVERED:
I briefly went over the last 5 discovery terms and also covered the First half of Module 2. I explained about running various programs at once and the cascading and tiling windows.
2ND TOPIC COVERED:
During the end of Module 2 I started feeling ill and one of the staff – Steve helped answering some questions from the students about the material.
LAB TIME:
Austin got to class very close to the break time, and after apologizing to the class for being late he excused the class for the 10 minute break. After returning from the break, Austin gave a brief introduction about himself and reminded them about the Discovery Term quiz on Tuesday. After answering a few brief questions about the outline and quiz, Austin instructed the students to use the computers for lab time.
During lab, Austin and myself assisted students still working on their outlines as well as instructed students to begin familiarizing themselves with MS Word. A few students began to create their title pages with Word. Many students had started to write their papers and were excited to share their current work with the instructors.
FINAL NOTES:
Overall a challenging class since I was by myself for the first half. However, it was encouraging to see that most students had begun writing their papers in their spare time as well as demonstrating the introductory concepts of MS Word.
Note from Austin:
Maria did extremely well with the class for being alone for the lecture portion. Most all students I talked to had a completed outline and had begun work on their papers. There were periods of time where some students were joking and repeatedly asking to use the restroom, but for the most part the class was kept under control and focused on completing the MS Word exercises.
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Friday, August 13, 2010
CDD Class Report Uhuru 7-20-10
WEEKLY CLASS REPORT
House of Uhuru, 7-20-2010
INTRODUCTIONS OR OVERVIEW:
Nine of ten students were present at the start of the class. Michael Alcantera has dropped the course. The workstations do not have Mavis Beacon or MS Office installed, so capabilities are somewhat limited. Peter started off the class by giving an overview of today’s lesson.
1ST TOPIC COVERED:
Juliane reviewed the outline process, and discovered that 8 of 9 students had completed their outlines. Wayne did not complete his outline, as he expects to leave the center next week. Five students presented their outlines to the class, and the outlines were critiqued by the instructors and students. The outlines were all within the scope of the paper. Some outlines were structured more like the actual paper (in complete sentences, etc) and this was pointed out to the students.
2ND TOPIC COVERED:
Peter reminded the students that there will be a quiz on the computer discovery terms next week. He then went over the last five discovery terms, using examples for each term. The class seemed to comprehend the terms. Peter briefly reviewed all 17 terms, in preparation for the quiz.
BREAK
Break went as planned, for 10 minutes. All students arrived back from break on time.
LAB TIME:
The students continued to work on their papers, using Wordpad or by writing them on paper. Juliane took the time to review some of the basic components of Windows with Wayne, since he is the least experienced user in the class. Peter assisted the students with various issues in Wordpad (formatting, etc) and showed them how to adjust the settings in the Control Panel.
FINAL NOTES:
Two of the students, Deanna and Prince, were talking during the lab and were being somewhat of a distraction. They were told to begin working on their papers. It was a successful class, but the issues with the lab still need to be sorted out.
House of Uhuru, 7-20-2010
INTRODUCTIONS OR OVERVIEW:
Nine of ten students were present at the start of the class. Michael Alcantera has dropped the course. The workstations do not have Mavis Beacon or MS Office installed, so capabilities are somewhat limited. Peter started off the class by giving an overview of today’s lesson.
1ST TOPIC COVERED:
Juliane reviewed the outline process, and discovered that 8 of 9 students had completed their outlines. Wayne did not complete his outline, as he expects to leave the center next week. Five students presented their outlines to the class, and the outlines were critiqued by the instructors and students. The outlines were all within the scope of the paper. Some outlines were structured more like the actual paper (in complete sentences, etc) and this was pointed out to the students.
2ND TOPIC COVERED:
Peter reminded the students that there will be a quiz on the computer discovery terms next week. He then went over the last five discovery terms, using examples for each term. The class seemed to comprehend the terms. Peter briefly reviewed all 17 terms, in preparation for the quiz.
BREAK
Break went as planned, for 10 minutes. All students arrived back from break on time.
LAB TIME:
The students continued to work on their papers, using Wordpad or by writing them on paper. Juliane took the time to review some of the basic components of Windows with Wayne, since he is the least experienced user in the class. Peter assisted the students with various issues in Wordpad (formatting, etc) and showed them how to adjust the settings in the Control Panel.
FINAL NOTES:
Two of the students, Deanna and Prince, were talking during the lab and were being somewhat of a distraction. They were told to begin working on their papers. It was a successful class, but the issues with the lab still need to be sorted out.
Monday, August 9, 2010
CDD Class Report Walden 7-24-10
WEEKLY CLASS REPORT
Walden House, Saturday, 7/24/10
Opening Comments:
Chairs were set up with a white board for lecture.
Attendance:
Attendance was taken and the notebooks. Frank DeLeon came up to me and asked if he could be excused from the class because he wanted me to give him a note to excuse him from class to go to a baseball game.I explained that if he left he would be marked absent and that I would not be excusing him to go. One of the staff members happened to walk in while I was talking to Frank and he also, explained to Frank that the computer class was a priority at the center not the baseball game. He then told me that a list of the names on our roster had been given to the driver so that the students in the class would not leave for the game. All the students that were in class had their outlines although, many had questions that Austin I went over with them.
INTRODUCTIONS OR OVERVIEW:
I introduced the topics that would be covered during the class in Module 2 and MS Word
1ST TOPIC COVERED:
I briefly went over the last 5 discovery terms and also covered the First half of Module 2. I explained about running various programs at once and the cascading and tiling windows.
2ND TOPIC COVERED:
During the end of Module 2 I started feeling ill and one of the staff – Steve helped answering some questions from the students about the material.
LAB TIME:
Austin got to class very close to the break time, and after apologizing to the class for being late he excused the class for the 10 minute break. After returning from the break, Austin gave a brief introduction about himself and reminded them about the Discovery Term quiz on Tuesday. After answering a few brief questions about the outline and quiz, Austin instructed the students to use the computers for lab time.
During lab, Austin and myself assisted students still working on their outlines as well as instructed students to begin familiarizing themselves with MS Word. A few students began to create their title pages with Word. Many students had started to write their papers and were excited to share their current work with the instructors.
FINAL NOTES:
Overall a challenging class since I was by myself for the first half. However, it was encouraging to see that most students had begun writing their papers in their spare time as well as demonstrating the introductory concepts of MS Word.
Note from Austin:
Maria did extremely well with the class for being alone for the lecture portion. Most all students I talked to had a completed outline and had begun work on their papers. There were periods of time where some students were joking and repeatedly asking to use the restroom, but for the most part the class was kept under control and focused on completing the MS Word exercises.
Walden House, Saturday, 7/24/10
Opening Comments:
Chairs were set up with a white board for lecture.
Attendance:
Attendance was taken and the notebooks. Frank DeLeon came up to me and asked if he could be excused from the class because he wanted me to give him a note to excuse him from class to go to a baseball game.I explained that if he left he would be marked absent and that I would not be excusing him to go. One of the staff members happened to walk in while I was talking to Frank and he also, explained to Frank that the computer class was a priority at the center not the baseball game. He then told me that a list of the names on our roster had been given to the driver so that the students in the class would not leave for the game. All the students that were in class had their outlines although, many had questions that Austin I went over with them.
INTRODUCTIONS OR OVERVIEW:
I introduced the topics that would be covered during the class in Module 2 and MS Word
1ST TOPIC COVERED:
I briefly went over the last 5 discovery terms and also covered the First half of Module 2. I explained about running various programs at once and the cascading and tiling windows.
2ND TOPIC COVERED:
During the end of Module 2 I started feeling ill and one of the staff – Steve helped answering some questions from the students about the material.
LAB TIME:
Austin got to class very close to the break time, and after apologizing to the class for being late he excused the class for the 10 minute break. After returning from the break, Austin gave a brief introduction about himself and reminded them about the Discovery Term quiz on Tuesday. After answering a few brief questions about the outline and quiz, Austin instructed the students to use the computers for lab time.
During lab, Austin and myself assisted students still working on their outlines as well as instructed students to begin familiarizing themselves with MS Word. A few students began to create their title pages with Word. Many students had started to write their papers and were excited to share their current work with the instructors.
FINAL NOTES:
Overall a challenging class since I was by myself for the first half. However, it was encouraging to see that most students had begun writing their papers in their spare time as well as demonstrating the introductory concepts of MS Word.
Note from Austin:
Maria did extremely well with the class for being alone for the lecture portion. Most all students I talked to had a completed outline and had begun work on their papers. There were periods of time where some students were joking and repeatedly asking to use the restroom, but for the most part the class was kept under control and focused on completing the MS Word exercises.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
CDD Class Report Walden 7-20-10
WEEKLY CLASS REPORT
Walden House, Tuesday, 7/20/10
Opening Comments:
Chairs were set up with a white board for lecture. The discovery terms were written on the board with short descriptions.
Attendance:
Attendance was taken and the notebooks handed out, including the new book I brought to replace the one which fell apart last week. Edward Ntuk came in to notify me he had dropped the class with Walden House Staff. I was told by WH staff, two students would be very late, I marked them absent (Ruben Casey and Aaron Thomas), only Aaron came in at 8:30 to show me his outline, which he will hopefully get credit for on Saturday. Lastly, Herver Fetheroff (student in wheelchair) arrived late at 7:10 after I saw him in the hall when I walked in. During class lecture, he interrupted by heading out the door, then ten minutes later tried to return. I did not allow him to stay or disrupt the class as he has in the past.
INTRODUCTIONS OR OVERVIEW:
Due to the large number of students to the class, I reminded them that class was from 7 to 9pm and they need to stay the entire class to get credit.
1ST TOPIC COVERED:
Students participated in a group as we used the white board to do a matching exercise as a group. Taking the time to explain definitions as we went along, the students demonstrated a good understanding of the terms.
2ND TOPIC COVERED:
The class submitted their outlines for review. Many students needed assistance during class time (David, Frank, Lamar, Arthur, and Aaron Thomas) and did not immediately get credit for their outlines. We did a group exercise to review how to brainstorm and create an outline.
LAB TIME:
A list (from the back of module 1) was written on the board for students to ensure they could complete the exercises of: minimize, maximize and help menu. Half of the class worked at the computer on these exercises and on typing, the other half worked on their outlines. I called the students to help them, one at a time, and was able to work to complete all of the listed students’ outlines with them, staying a little after to finish working with the tardy student, Aaron Thomas.
FINAL NOTES: To conclude, students were reminded to study for the matching quiz. All books were returned. Students were eager to start writing their papers from their outlines, so look forward to Saturday’s report as to their progress
Walden House, Tuesday, 7/20/10
Opening Comments:
Chairs were set up with a white board for lecture. The discovery terms were written on the board with short descriptions.
Attendance:
Attendance was taken and the notebooks handed out, including the new book I brought to replace the one which fell apart last week. Edward Ntuk came in to notify me he had dropped the class with Walden House Staff. I was told by WH staff, two students would be very late, I marked them absent (Ruben Casey and Aaron Thomas), only Aaron came in at 8:30 to show me his outline, which he will hopefully get credit for on Saturday. Lastly, Herver Fetheroff (student in wheelchair) arrived late at 7:10 after I saw him in the hall when I walked in. During class lecture, he interrupted by heading out the door, then ten minutes later tried to return. I did not allow him to stay or disrupt the class as he has in the past.
INTRODUCTIONS OR OVERVIEW:
Due to the large number of students to the class, I reminded them that class was from 7 to 9pm and they need to stay the entire class to get credit.
1ST TOPIC COVERED:
Students participated in a group as we used the white board to do a matching exercise as a group. Taking the time to explain definitions as we went along, the students demonstrated a good understanding of the terms.
2ND TOPIC COVERED:
The class submitted their outlines for review. Many students needed assistance during class time (David, Frank, Lamar, Arthur, and Aaron Thomas) and did not immediately get credit for their outlines. We did a group exercise to review how to brainstorm and create an outline.
LAB TIME:
A list (from the back of module 1) was written on the board for students to ensure they could complete the exercises of: minimize, maximize and help menu. Half of the class worked at the computer on these exercises and on typing, the other half worked on their outlines. I called the students to help them, one at a time, and was able to work to complete all of the listed students’ outlines with them, staying a little after to finish working with the tardy student, Aaron Thomas.
FINAL NOTES: To conclude, students were reminded to study for the matching quiz. All books were returned. Students were eager to start writing their papers from their outlines, so look forward to Saturday’s report as to their progress
Sunday, August 1, 2010
CDD Course Report Uhuru 7-17-10
WEEKLY CLASS REPORT
House of Uhuru/7-17-2010
Opening Comments:
Loryn and Juliane substituted the class for Jeff and Peter.
Attendance:
Before class, 2 students showed up and informed us that they would not attend, but they changed their mind and showed up on time. In total, 8 students were attending the class.
INTRODUCTIONS OR OVERVIEW:
Loryn started the class with introducing herself, afterwards Juliane introduced herself. After reminding the students that their outlines are due the following tuesday, they asked questions about the outline and Loryn took the time to explain the purpose and structure of an outline. The students then seemed to understand it. She also pointed out that the outline should be in handwriting as it is not sure if the printers will work to print the outlines the students started to write in word pad.
1ST TOPIC COVERED:
After her introduction, Juliane reviewed the computer discovery terms 7-12 by pointing them out in the open computer model. The students said they understood everything and didn't have any questions.
2ND TOPIC COVERED:
Loryn then explained the second half of module one to the students. Step by step she covered every topic and explained some of them by drawing on the white board. The students didn't have any additional questions and understood everything.
ADDITIONAL TOPICS:
no additional topics were covered.
LAB TIME:
During lab time the students continued working on their outlines and several students asked for help. Once again the instructors reminded the students to make sure they also handwrite the outline as there is not a guaranty that the printers will work. Rickey still seemed to have some problems with his outline.
Those students not working on their outline were asked to do the suggested lab exercise for class 4 (creating, deleting and restoring a folder). Wayne seems to feel insecure using the computer.
FINAL NOTES:
Offer It was a good class without any problems.
House of Uhuru/7-17-2010
Opening Comments:
Loryn and Juliane substituted the class for Jeff and Peter.
Attendance:
Before class, 2 students showed up and informed us that they would not attend, but they changed their mind and showed up on time. In total, 8 students were attending the class.
INTRODUCTIONS OR OVERVIEW:
Loryn started the class with introducing herself, afterwards Juliane introduced herself. After reminding the students that their outlines are due the following tuesday, they asked questions about the outline and Loryn took the time to explain the purpose and structure of an outline. The students then seemed to understand it. She also pointed out that the outline should be in handwriting as it is not sure if the printers will work to print the outlines the students started to write in word pad.
1ST TOPIC COVERED:
After her introduction, Juliane reviewed the computer discovery terms 7-12 by pointing them out in the open computer model. The students said they understood everything and didn't have any questions.
2ND TOPIC COVERED:
Loryn then explained the second half of module one to the students. Step by step she covered every topic and explained some of them by drawing on the white board. The students didn't have any additional questions and understood everything.
ADDITIONAL TOPICS:
no additional topics were covered.
LAB TIME:
During lab time the students continued working on their outlines and several students asked for help. Once again the instructors reminded the students to make sure they also handwrite the outline as there is not a guaranty that the printers will work. Rickey still seemed to have some problems with his outline.
Those students not working on their outline were asked to do the suggested lab exercise for class 4 (creating, deleting and restoring a folder). Wayne seems to feel insecure using the computer.
FINAL NOTES:
Offer It was a good class without any problems.
Thursday, July 29, 2010
CDD Class Report Walden 7-17-10
Walden House
Tuesday, 7/17/10
Opening Comments:
Chairs were set up with a white board for lecture.
Attendance:
Attendance was taken and the notebooks handed out. The room was full, with 14 students in attendance. I was informed by a staff member that Kirklan Stevenson would no longer be attending class. My teaching partner Delaram did not show up to class so I covered both topics.
INTRODUCTIONS OR OVERVIEW:
I gave an overview of what we would be covering class and reminded them that their outlines would be due on Tuesday
1ST TOPIC COVERED:
During the first part of the lecture the second set of 6 computer discovery terms were reviewed including video card, sound card, modem etc... The students seemed to understand them pretty well. They also, seemed to grasp the difference between computer hardware and software. The first half of module 1 and any questions that the students had were answered. One student brought up a question about Apple computers I explained that it was a different type of computer with different software and that type of computer was not covered in this class.
2ND TOPIC COVERED:
The second half of module one was then covered the help index tab and it was explained that there was a slight difference in the look of Windows 98 and XP. They also learned about the help search function and how to print something from the index. In addition the concept of working with different windows was explained and the students learned about maximizing and minimizing windows and how to close them and shutdown the computer.
LAB TIME:
At the beginning of lab time the topics in module 2 were covered in a more hands on approach. The students opened up the help menu and maximized and minimized Windows. The students were then divided up and some worked on their outline while others used Mavis Beacon and then switched off. During this time I went around and answered any questions that students had both about their outlines and the computer use. One student was having trouble writing his outline because he felt uncomfortable with his inability to spell. I explained that he should still write it even though it would have spelling errors.
FINAL NOTES:
To conclude, students were reminded that they needed to finish their outlines All books were returned. Aaron Robinson was still concerned about the fact he was marked absent last week although he did come to class late, I reminded him again of the class rules. When passing out the notebooks at the beginning of the class I believe it was folder 60 came apart. Many of the holes in the hole punched papers are broken and the order of the pages was jumbled. So I was unable to give it out to the student.
Tuesday, 7/17/10
Opening Comments:
Chairs were set up with a white board for lecture.
Attendance:
Attendance was taken and the notebooks handed out. The room was full, with 14 students in attendance. I was informed by a staff member that Kirklan Stevenson would no longer be attending class. My teaching partner Delaram did not show up to class so I covered both topics.
INTRODUCTIONS OR OVERVIEW:
I gave an overview of what we would be covering class and reminded them that their outlines would be due on Tuesday
1ST TOPIC COVERED:
During the first part of the lecture the second set of 6 computer discovery terms were reviewed including video card, sound card, modem etc... The students seemed to understand them pretty well. They also, seemed to grasp the difference between computer hardware and software. The first half of module 1 and any questions that the students had were answered. One student brought up a question about Apple computers I explained that it was a different type of computer with different software and that type of computer was not covered in this class.
2ND TOPIC COVERED:
The second half of module one was then covered the help index tab and it was explained that there was a slight difference in the look of Windows 98 and XP. They also learned about the help search function and how to print something from the index. In addition the concept of working with different windows was explained and the students learned about maximizing and minimizing windows and how to close them and shutdown the computer.
LAB TIME:
At the beginning of lab time the topics in module 2 were covered in a more hands on approach. The students opened up the help menu and maximized and minimized Windows. The students were then divided up and some worked on their outline while others used Mavis Beacon and then switched off. During this time I went around and answered any questions that students had both about their outlines and the computer use. One student was having trouble writing his outline because he felt uncomfortable with his inability to spell. I explained that he should still write it even though it would have spelling errors.
FINAL NOTES:
To conclude, students were reminded that they needed to finish their outlines All books were returned. Aaron Robinson was still concerned about the fact he was marked absent last week although he did come to class late, I reminded him again of the class rules. When passing out the notebooks at the beginning of the class I believe it was folder 60 came apart. Many of the holes in the hole punched papers are broken and the order of the pages was jumbled. So I was unable to give it out to the student.
Monday, July 26, 2010
CDD Class Report Cri-Help 7-17-10
WEEKLY CLASS REPORT
Cri-Help/July 17, 2010
Opening Comments:
Renee and Micah arrived on time and began class. Everybody was already seated and prepared. Micah did a quick introduction.
Attendance:
Renee took attendance. All students were present at the beginning of class on time with the exception of Eddie Aguilar. Some students were a few minutes slow in returning from break, and Micah explained to students during Lab that timeliness is critical.
INTRODUCTIONS OR OVERVIEW:
Renee began with a quick review of the class expectations and a short discussion of the Outline. We reminded everybody of the paper's title and that the outline is due Tuesday.
1ST TOPIC COVERED:
Renee started off material in the class with a review of the Computer Discovery Terms 7 – 12. After asking the class, we decided it would make sense to assign analogies to each of the terms. Once we did that, we had the entire class engaged in understanding the terms. They all remembered the clever analogies used for the first few terms and were comfortable with the format.
Video card = eyes
Sound card = ears
CD/DVD Drive = sketchbook/flipbook
Power supply = heart
Monitor = TV (difference: resolution (dots on the screen))
Modem = telephone
2ND TOPIC COVERED:
Micah continued with the rest of Module 1. We did a quick check for understanding of the material presented Tuesday; students were comfortable with that material. To review the 2nd half of the material, we used the board to draw examples. The students really seemed to like learning and expressing the functions of the various parts of the diagram in unison.
Micah drew a Desktop with a start button, taskbar, and My Computer/Mavis Beacon icons. He pointed to each item and asked the class to name each one. Then he drew a window of My Computer, and asked students to name each part of that screen (IE, titlebar, minimize button, maximize/restore button, close button). He made a picture of what the screen would look like after each button was pushed. At the end the class was able to reliably say the name of the function together of each component on the screen. (IE, point to minimize button ( _ ) and everybodfy would say “minimize – put it to the taskbar”).
ADDITIONAL TOPICS:
We covered the basics of how resolution works to help students understand the differences between TV's and computer monitors.
LAB TIME:
We split the students into the groups and group A went on the computers first, and group B worked on their outlines, then they switched at the halfway point. Renee spent time with the students on the computers while Micah did the outlines.
On the computers, students demonstrated their understanding of what the buttons did (minimize, maximize, restore) by using each function under Renee's supervision. Students also practiced deleting and emptying the trash can. Advanced students went on to Mavis-Beacon.
The other group continued with working on the outlines. Many students had already completed an outline; some hadn't started. We reinforced with each student that the outlines would be due Tuesday. One student, (Ibra, I believe) needed more individual help with his outline. I told him to work on what we went over in class and that somebody would help him individually on Tuesday. He did have the outline started and made some progress during class.
FINAL NOTES:
Micah is working on contacting Cri-Help to request a work order to get the Internet fixed. Micah also requested a clock be installed in the room so we can keep track of time without pulling out our cell phones during class.
Group B started on the computers this time and I feel that both groups got roughly equal time. We had to start late by about 5 minutes for the 2nd half of the class because many students had not returned. We were very specific in notifying students during Lab that tardiness returning from break would not be tolerated in the future.
The group seems to be dedicated and interested in the material. Matt is definitely the most computer-literate in the group, but his typing skills are nonexistent; we believe that during lab time he should usually be allowed to go straight into Mavis Beacon to get the most from Lab time.
Cri-Help/July 17, 2010
Opening Comments:
Renee and Micah arrived on time and began class. Everybody was already seated and prepared. Micah did a quick introduction.
Attendance:
Renee took attendance. All students were present at the beginning of class on time with the exception of Eddie Aguilar. Some students were a few minutes slow in returning from break, and Micah explained to students during Lab that timeliness is critical.
INTRODUCTIONS OR OVERVIEW:
Renee began with a quick review of the class expectations and a short discussion of the Outline. We reminded everybody of the paper's title and that the outline is due Tuesday.
1ST TOPIC COVERED:
Renee started off material in the class with a review of the Computer Discovery Terms 7 – 12. After asking the class, we decided it would make sense to assign analogies to each of the terms. Once we did that, we had the entire class engaged in understanding the terms. They all remembered the clever analogies used for the first few terms and were comfortable with the format.
Video card = eyes
Sound card = ears
CD/DVD Drive = sketchbook/flipbook
Power supply = heart
Monitor = TV (difference: resolution (dots on the screen))
Modem = telephone
2ND TOPIC COVERED:
Micah continued with the rest of Module 1. We did a quick check for understanding of the material presented Tuesday; students were comfortable with that material. To review the 2nd half of the material, we used the board to draw examples. The students really seemed to like learning and expressing the functions of the various parts of the diagram in unison.
Micah drew a Desktop with a start button, taskbar, and My Computer/Mavis Beacon icons. He pointed to each item and asked the class to name each one. Then he drew a window of My Computer, and asked students to name each part of that screen (IE, titlebar, minimize button, maximize/restore button, close button). He made a picture of what the screen would look like after each button was pushed. At the end the class was able to reliably say the name of the function together of each component on the screen. (IE, point to minimize button ( _ ) and everybodfy would say “minimize – put it to the taskbar”).
ADDITIONAL TOPICS:
We covered the basics of how resolution works to help students understand the differences between TV's and computer monitors.
LAB TIME:
We split the students into the groups and group A went on the computers first, and group B worked on their outlines, then they switched at the halfway point. Renee spent time with the students on the computers while Micah did the outlines.
On the computers, students demonstrated their understanding of what the buttons did (minimize, maximize, restore) by using each function under Renee's supervision. Students also practiced deleting and emptying the trash can. Advanced students went on to Mavis-Beacon.
The other group continued with working on the outlines. Many students had already completed an outline; some hadn't started. We reinforced with each student that the outlines would be due Tuesday. One student, (Ibra, I believe) needed more individual help with his outline. I told him to work on what we went over in class and that somebody would help him individually on Tuesday. He did have the outline started and made some progress during class.
FINAL NOTES:
Micah is working on contacting Cri-Help to request a work order to get the Internet fixed. Micah also requested a clock be installed in the room so we can keep track of time without pulling out our cell phones during class.
Group B started on the computers this time and I feel that both groups got roughly equal time. We had to start late by about 5 minutes for the 2nd half of the class because many students had not returned. We were very specific in notifying students during Lab that tardiness returning from break would not be tolerated in the future.
The group seems to be dedicated and interested in the material. Matt is definitely the most computer-literate in the group, but his typing skills are nonexistent; we believe that during lab time he should usually be allowed to go straight into Mavis Beacon to get the most from Lab time.
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