Part 1 - Video Library for Computer Technology
Part 2 - Sample Lesson Plan
Name: Michael Karlin
Lesson Title: The Future of Computers
Introduction: In this lesson students will explore the future of computers. They will choose one of two topics (Future interaction between humans and computers or quantum computing) and create a presentation over what they learn using prezi, voicethread, powerpoint, jing, or a presentation software of their choice.
Content area and grade: Computer Technology (Computer Applications Class) 9th - 12th grade elective.
Objectives:
NET-S Standards:
Relative Advantage: By integrating the video library into this assignment students will be able to listen to experts speak on a variety of topics. Students will also get to look at aspects of computer development and operation that would otherwise be impossible inside the classroom.
Timeline: This project will take place over one week of 43-minute classes (5 classes total).
Materials: One computer with an internet connection per student. A variety of presentation software (PowerPoint, voicethread, slideshare, prezi, etc.)
Grouping Strategies: As this will take place in the computer lab, each student will have access to their own computer without difficulty.
Learning Activities:
Assessment: Students will be assessed on their participation and work effort throughout the week, on their resources/bibliography page, on the presentation they create, on giving their presentation, and on how well they listen to the presentations of other students. Students will be given an explicit rubric at the start of the assignment outlining the specifics of how they will be assessed.
Adaptations for SPED: The following options for support will be available for students with special needs:
References: The 10 videos in the video library above.
Lesson Title: The Future of Computers
Introduction: In this lesson students will explore the future of computers. They will choose one of two topics (Future interaction between humans and computers or quantum computing) and create a presentation over what they learn using prezi, voicethread, powerpoint, jing, or a presentation software of their choice.
Content area and grade: Computer Technology (Computer Applications Class) 9th - 12th grade elective.
Objectives:
- Students will review the basics of how a computer functions
- Students will learn about quantum computing
- Students will learn about the interaction between humans and computers
- Students will conduct research over a topic of their choice
- Students will create a presentation over their findings
- Students will share their presentation with the class
NET-S Standards:
- Standard 2 - Communication and Collaboration - Students will be working together, creating presentations, and sharing their findings with the rest of the class.
- Standard 3 - Research and Information Fluency - Students will be conducting a great deal of research.
- Standard 6 - Technology Operations and Concepts - Students will be learning about the future of technology operations and develop a greater understanding of how computers work, evolve, and operate.
Relative Advantage: By integrating the video library into this assignment students will be able to listen to experts speak on a variety of topics. Students will also get to look at aspects of computer development and operation that would otherwise be impossible inside the classroom.
Timeline: This project will take place over one week of 43-minute classes (5 classes total).
Materials: One computer with an internet connection per student. A variety of presentation software (PowerPoint, voicethread, slideshare, prezi, etc.)
Grouping Strategies: As this will take place in the computer lab, each student will have access to their own computer without difficulty.
Learning Activities:
- Students will choose a research topic (Quantum Computing or the Future of Interaction between Humans and Computers)
- Students will watch the first video in the library (Computer Basics: What is a Computer?)
- Students will watch the other 3-5 videos in the library that relate to their topic while taking notes
- Students will conduct further research on their topic finding both videos and articles while making sure to record their sources
- Students will create a 5-10 minute presentation using one of the provided presentation tools
- Students will share their presentation with the rest of the class
Assessment: Students will be assessed on their participation and work effort throughout the week, on their resources/bibliography page, on the presentation they create, on giving their presentation, and on how well they listen to the presentations of other students. Students will be given an explicit rubric at the start of the assignment outlining the specifics of how they will be assessed.
Adaptations for SPED: The following options for support will be available for students with special needs:
- Support from a Para-educator
- Webpage reader
- Record audio/talking instead of typing
- A modified version of the assignment (simpler topic, less research, etc.)
References: The 10 videos in the video library above.
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7cXEOWAStq4
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=whCJ4NLUSB8
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7iAyC1vyJ44
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2KKTmYjGHw
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ltelQ3iKybU
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Li4w9DPPNYI
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wH4BH231d2Y
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YgFVzOksm4o
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bm6ScvNygUU
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gKA1k3VJDq8
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