Assignments

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Pre-course

 * //All pre-course assignments are due 4/14/12.// **

1. Tech Survey. Respond to the following survey. 2. Create blog - "Turn in" URL using the form below. Details: media type="custom" key="13955192" 3. Create Google Doc Collection & share with katz66@gmail.com. Give editing privileges. Name collection //932 4-12 Last Name First Name//. 4. Join the class Facebook Group.
 * Create a blog to use as an online portfolio. If you already have a professional blog that you can use for this class you do not need to create another. If you have an online portfolio that is not a blog, you must create a blog.
 * Fill out the form below. This counts as "turning in your blog."
 * Make sure you join this wiki.

Class 1 - April 16
1. NETS-S presentation. 2. Find a digital portfolio you like. Follow the instructions below: Details:
 * Find an educator's professional portfolio online that you like (one that wasn't shared in class). Click on the discussion button at the top of the @Digital Portfolios page and add a new post. On your post explain what you like about the portfolio. Include the URL of the portfolio.
 * Respond to at least one of the other discussions. Make sure you have viewed the portfolio mentioned in the post.

3. Blog post (There will be a post assigned at the end of each class.)

Class 2 - April 17
1. Comment on 2 classmates' blog posts. 2. Create a curricular presentation to use as an example in your class. You must create all accompanying materials, including the assignment description and rubric. You may choose the appropriate presentation method (PowerPoint, Keynote, Prezi). You will present your presentation to the class & share all accompanying materials. Post presentation on your blog. Download guidelines below. Presentation sign-up (We will sign up in class.) 3. Blog post

Class 3 - April 18
1. Comment on 2 classmates' blog posts. 2. Create a course syllabus for a class you will be teaching in the future. Make the document effective and visually appealing. Include a brief explanation of copyright, along with your recommended resources for images, music, etc. 3. Join and create a profile on Twitter. Add a photo and bio. "Tweet" something using the hash tag #932. 4. Blog post

Class 4 - April 19
1. Comment on 2 classmates' blog posts. 2. Add copyright guidelines to your class syllabus. 3. Blog post

Class 5 - April 21
1. Comment on 2 classmates' blog posts. 2. Create a screencast demonstrating how to complete a specific task that could be useful for your students. Post it online & then embed it on your blog. 3. Create a curricular movie to use as an example in your class. You must create all accompanying materials, including the assignment description, rubric, and any other appropriate handouts. You may choose the appropriate movie creation tool (iMovie, MovieMaker, Xtranormal, etc.). You will show your movie to the class on April 16 & share all accompanying materials. Post the movie on your blog. Download guidelines below. 4. Blog post

Class 6 - April 23
1. Comment on 2 classmates' blog posts. 2. Option 1: Create an audio presentation to use as an example in your class. You must create all accompanying materials, including the assignment description, rubric, and any other appropriate handouts. You may choose the appropriate audio creation tool (Audacity, GarageBand, or an online tool). You will post your recording on your blog & share all accompanying materials. Option 2: Create an original audio presentation (file) you could use with a class. Post it on your blog. Minimum 30 seconds. 3. Create a wiki or web site for a class, to communicate with parents, or for a particular project. You must complete the structure & look/organization of your site. Minimum 3 pages. Content is optional. Post the link to your site on your blog. 4. Blog post

Class 7 - April 24
1. Comment on 2 classmates' blog posts. 2.1:1 classroom expectations. Imagine that all of your students have a personal computing device they are required to take to your class. What are your expectations? Create a list that could be added on to your syllabus or posted in class. 3. Blog post

Class 8 - April 25
1. Comment on 2 classmates' blog posts. 2. Blog post

Class 9 - April 26
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