9/29 - 9/30 (S): PIXLR.com Digital Image

 Today we will be working online with pixlr.com.  This is a powerful website to help you work with and manipulate digital photographs.  Please use the time today to explore this software using pictures from Google Images. We will eventually be learning to take pictures and create a photo project book for the entire school.  This will be an artistic project aimed at helping you to use photography, journalism, and digital publishing. 

WATCH: Digital Manipulation Video Intro (See Link Below)

ASSIGNMENT #1 (❗️):  Find a picture online (Must Conform To Tech Freire Standard Use Guidelines) and use PIXLR.Com to change it and make it your own.  Follow the directions below:

1. Choose Picture from Google Images

2. Save Picture to Chromebook or copy URL

3. Open PIXLR.COM

4. Load Picture into PIXLR.COM Application from Chromebook File Manager or URL

5. Make changes to picture

  a.  You must add some text, a background, and change the color or another feature for credit.

6. Save Formatted Picture to Chromebook

7. SIGN-IN TO YOUR GOOGLE DRIVE, CLICK NEW AND UPLOAD FILE AND CHOOSE THE PICTURE YOU JUST CREATED.

8.  Once you have Uploaded the File, SHARE it with Mr. S (harvey.scribner@techfriere.org) for credit.

9.  PLEASE CLICK the DROPBOX LINK and UPLOAD your file here in addition to SHARING it with me on Google DRIVE for credit. 

Mr Scribner's Dropbox Link: https://www.dropbox.com/request/JsqEuFzjDEvU1DacpOm7

REFERENCE LINKS

Youtube Video: "Evolution of Beauty" by Dove

Youtube Video: "One-Click Editing for Images" by PIXLR

PIXLR.com App (Click Here)

Youtube Video Links for PIXLR.com (Click Here) Tutorials

9/22 - 9/23 (S): Digital Portfolios (Google Sites)

Resumes used to be the only tool you had to showcase your academic and professional achievements when you were looking for a new job. Today you have so many more options, one of which is to create a Digital Portfolio. This visual representation of your history and greatest achievements provides employers with proof of what you can do and helps them see why they should consider hiring you. It also sets you apart from all the other candidates who simply send in a resume and cover letter.

A DIGITAL PORTFOLIO IS AN ONLINE COLLECTION OF YOUR VERY BEST WORK, THAT VISUALLY PROVES WHAT YOU CAN DO!

Resource: https://www.everydayinterviewtips.com/how-to-create-a-digital-portfolio-for-your-job-interview/

"If you’re in the process of developing a digital portfolio, you can’t afford to view it as a mere collection of work samples; you need to think of it as your preeminent marketing piece." - Ram Castillo (Award Winning Designer and Art Director)

Resource: https://www.roberthalf.com/blog/writing-a-resume/expert-tips-on-how-to-create-a-killer-digital-portfolio

"One of the inherent dangers with digital portfolios, for example, is that the technological novelty of the product could overshadow the purpose of the portfolio."
- Digital portfolios: fact or fashion?" by Helen Woodward & Phil Nanlohy

Resource:  https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/0260293042000188492?journalCode=caeh20

According to Inc. Magazine (Online) and the Young Entrepreneur Council you should turn experiences into a story worth sharing.  According to the article "How to Create a Digital Portfolio That Stands Out From The Pack", some of the main reasons to create a Digital Portfolio are to:

• SHOW OFF YOUR BEST WORK
• TELL YOUR STORY
• FEATURE REFERENCES & RECOMMENDATIONS
• EMBED A VIDEO OR PROJECT

Reference: https://www.inc.com/young-entrepreneur-council/how-to-create-a-digital-portfolio-that-stands-out-from-pack.html

One of the best resources for creating a Digital Portfolio is at https://info.portfolium.com/blog/digital-portfolio-tips.  There are 10 PRO Tips that are discussed in the article that you should consider using in this project.

Here is the Process of Creating an Electronic Portfolio developed by Helen C. Barrett, Ph.D.:

1. 1 Creating an Interactive Portfolio with Google Sites
   1. 1.1 Getting started
2. 2 Keeping a Learning Journal
3. 3 Authoring an electronic portfolio
   1. 3.1 Create a first page - Introduction & Table of Contents
   2. 3.2 Set up a structure using goals (or themes) as organizing framework
   3. 3.3 Create one page for each section
   4. 3.4 Upload artifacts/create hyperlinks
   5. 3.5 Write reflections for each goal/skill and each artifact
   6. 3.6 Write future learning goals
   7. 3.7 Publish Portfolio - Seek Feedback
4. 4 Evaluating Portfolios

Mr. Scribner's Sample Google Digital Portfolio Site

(❗️) TF DIGITAL PORTFOLIO (Google Sites) Project

STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1:  Sign-In to Google

Step 2:  Click your "Waffle" (Upper Right Corner) to open your list of Google Applications (Google Apps Button)

Step 3:  Click on Google Sites

Step 4:  Watch The Video Below:

Step 5:  Design Your Site Home Page

1. Upper Left Corner - Change the Site Name to TFDL Student Portfolio, and ADD a Logo of your choice.
2. Change the Site TITLE to your Full Name.
3. Move the Pointer to the Lower Left Corner of the Heading and choose the type of Image used for the Background.  You may also Click Header Type to change the Header area.
4. Click on the TEXT BOX button (under Insert in the menu on the right side of the screen), and add space below the Header for a Personal Mission Statement / Memorable Quote / Job or Position you are interested in.
5. Click on one of the Layouts (under Insert in the menu on the right side of the screen), and add an "ABOUT ME:" section below the Text Box.  See the sample site at https://sites.google.com/ccs.us/hscribner/home for what to write in this section.
6. Click on one of the Layouts (under Insert in the menu on the right side of the screen), and add an additional section for at least 2 of your most recent projects that you are proud of.
7. Click the PAGES link in the menu to the right side of the screen.  Add a PAGE labeled "TFDL Projects".  Add TEXT Boxes for Title Bars, and Insert Sections to add all of your work for each project.  You can Upload files, or link directly to your Google Drive.
8. Click the PAGES link in the menu to the right side of the screen.  Add a PAGE labeled "CEW Evidence".   Use this page to link/post information about anything that would qualify as evidence for PA Career Education & Work Standards.  These can include resume's, cover letters, career project investigation surveys or worksheets, individual assessment forms, and any other documents from work you have completed.  Remember, 8th-Grade students are required to have at least eight (8) items in this section prior to heading to high school.  You MUST have an Individual Career Plan started as well.  See your counselor for help with this.
9. At any time during the design process you can click the PREVIEW Button and see what your site will look like. 

With your parent's permission, create a personal Google Account and use the following link to transfer your work to your own account.  This way you will not lose this as you graduate, and stop using your ccs.us account:

https://support.google.com/a/answer/1041297?hl=en

PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

You must have the following items for credit:

Header and Home Page:  Student must have a legible header with your site title (TFDL  Student Portfolio) and a small logo of some sort.  Student must also have a "Personal Mission Statement / Memorable Quote / Job or Position You Are Interested In" section.  The "About Me" section must include a tasteful, professional-looking picture of the student (School I.D. picture is recommended), and a paragraph or two as outlined on Mr. Scribner's Sample Site.  Student must also have at least two (2) current projects outlined, with images, on the Home Page.  Make sure all titles and additional pages are accessible from this page.

TFDL Projects Page:  Student must add a section for Digital Literacy, and include enough sections for every project to date.  Student should review their Google Drive and the Class Reference Site's Archive Section (https://tfdigitaltechphilly.blogspot.com/) to make sure they have all the previous projects.  Add additional sections for other classes.  There should, at minimum, be spaces for English Language Arts, Social Studies, and Science.  Make sure to LINK any work from your Google Drive for each class.

CEW Evidence Page:    Students should scan any external document to their Google Drive prior to adding them to this page (Try to add them as a PDF).  Make sure to add all items from Digital Literacy classes that qualify as CEW Evidence here, instead of on the previous page.

Learner Journal:  Student will create this page as a place-holder for Constructed Response Items, Journal, or other posts as required.  Student can use this space to comment on news, events, or other interests.  Make sure that anything posted is school-appropriate, and in good taste, even when it might be a controversial or inflammatory topic.  Be respectful at all times.

Additional pages may be created for other projects, specific reasons, or at the request of other teachers.  This site should be updated regularly with new work, and evidence for PA CEW Requirements.  Use this site to reference work during interviews for jobs or college entrance meetings.  Make sure that your parents see this site, and approve of anything you post.

When You Click "PUBLISH" You Must Title Your Page Using Your First Initial and Last Name.  See Example Below:

TURN IT IN BY EMAIL AND SEND THE PUBLISHED LINK TO MR. S (harvey.scribner@techfreire.org) FOR CREDIT!

9/18 - 9/22 (A): Design A Logo Project (Personal Branding)

Today you will be creating a logo for your very own production company.  You will use this logo, or a video version of it (created later in this course) on all of your projects for the rest of the year.  There are many applications and websites out there to help you.  We will only be looking at a few of them.

STEP 1: (❗️) Learner Journal Entry -  Read the "How To Create A Logo" article (see link below).  Open your Google Document "Learner Journal".  Create a NEW journal entry and write a paragraph (3-4 Sentences) to answer the following question(s):

Why Are Logo's Important - 18 November 2019
Please write a paragraph about why you think logo's are important for companies.  From your reading, why do companies create logo's, and what type of logo do you want to create?  What is the meaning behind the logo you imagine?  

Make sure you use the "R.A.C.E.S." method when you answer the questions above in your journal. 
R - Repeat the question, A- Answer the question, C - Cite Evidence supporting your answer, E - Explain Evidence or show Examples, S - Summarize your thoughts or conclusions.

(❗️) Create a LOGO using photos, drawing, or any other medium.  Watch the video about why a LOGO is important "Why is a Professional Logo Important?" (Click Here).  You should be able to create something with either program.  I would suggest using the LogoGarden Application to start getting ideas, but to get a higher quality logo, you will need to use Inkscape (more information to follow tomorrow), or YouiDraw.com (See Below).

You can use the Free Logo Designer on LogoGarden to help you come up with an idea, but you will not be able to download your creation as a High Resolution Image.  There are literally hundreds of other free websites to help you.  Pick one!  Once you have designed it on LogoGarden, try to use a drawing program or PowerPoint to recreate your logo.  Once you have created it and saved it as a PICTURE, you should be able to use it to create all kinds of projects for your new prodution company.  HAVE FUN!

Step By Step Directions

Step 1:  READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS ABOVE

Step 2:  Review videos attached to get an idea of what a logo is for, the types of logo's, and why you should create one for your new production company.

Step 3:  Hand Sketch your ideas for your new logo on blank paper to give yourself some creative time to make your logo come alive on paper before trying to create it online.

Step 4:  Go to LogoGarden (See Link Above) and use the Logo Designer to create a Low-Resolution logo for your production studio.  When you have created a Low Resolution version of your logo, download it, and Upload it to your Google Drive for future use.

Step 5:  Go to DesignEVO (See Link Above) and use the Logo Designer to create a Medium-Resolution logo for your studio, with the same overall design theme.

Step 6:  Go to YouiDraw.com online and create a High Resolution version of your logo with the same design theme.  

Step 7: Make sure to Upload ALL your logo's to your Google Drive and SHARE them with Mr. S (harvey.scribner@techfreire.org) for credit.

YOU MUST CREATE A NEW FOLDER IN YOUR GOOGLE DRIVE, NAME IT "(LAST NAME) LOGOS", ADD ALL THREE (3) OF YOUR LOGOS, AND SHARE IT WITH MR. SCRIBNER (harvey.scribner@techfreire.org) FOR CREDIT!

REFERENCE LINKS

How to Create a Logo Google Document

Why is a Professional Logo Important Youtube Video

16 Famous Logos with Hidden Meaning Youtube Video

What Makes a Truly Great Logo Youtube Video

Logo Creation Rubric TFDL 20-21 Google Sheets (Mr. S)

FREE LOGO MAKER at logomakr.com (Logo #1: Basic Low Resolution)

LogoGarden.com (Logo #2 Intermediate Low Resolution)

site.youidraw.com (Logo #3 Advanced High Resolution)

Mr. Scribner's Example Logo's:

9/17 - 9/18 (S): Google Apps / Drive / Search

Today in class we will be using different Google Applications and making sure you know how to Save and SHARE items from your Google Drive.  We will go slow during class, but these are critical skills to both pass this class, and work collaboratively in the future (college and career).  I am including some links below to help with different skills and other essential information you will need to be successful.  Good Luck!  - Mr. S

TASKS COVERED TODAY (If you miss class, or need a refresher, use the resources below!)

1. Find and Upload an Image from Google Images

2. Share Files using Google Drive

3. Send email using Gmail

  a.  Add Attachment, Review Settings

4. Create New Google Document

  a. Rename and SHARE Document, Collaborate on Document

5. Create New Google Slides Presentation

  a. Rename and SHARE Slides, Collaborate on Slides

ASSESSMENT (❗️)

At the end of class each student will need to use Google Images to search for the image of their choice.  They should save the image to the Chromebook (File Manager).  They should be able to upload that image to their Google Drive.  Once in Google Drive, they should click the button to use Gmail to send a copy of the image to Mr. Scribner (harvey.scribner@techfreire.org) for credit.  Extra!  Can you take a screenshot of the site you found the image on and save/send that along with the picture?

REFERENCE LINKS

Google Cheat Sheet for Students by T. Tarver

Youtube Video: "Google Drive FULL Tutorial from Start to Finish" by Dusty Porter

Free Gmail Tutorial at GFCGLOBAL

GSuite by Google Training Resources & Videos

GSuite Learning Center - Drive Videos

9/16 - 9/17 (A): How to Conduct and Interview / TFDL Hero Project Day II

You will be continuing to work on the TFDL HERO Project 20-21 today.  Please make sure you have completed pages 1 and 3 of the (❗️) Hero Project Primer Worksheet TFDL 20-21 from yesterday.  Today you will be filling out part of page 2 to get ready for your interview.  Here are the steps to take to complete the project

Please talk to a veteran that you know. (NOT MR. S!)  This assignment is due prior to the end of the First Marking Period.  You must find a relative or friend that has served our country in the armed forces and interview them.

Interview A Veteran -  With your parent's permission, interview someone that served in the armed forces.  Find out when and where they served.  Find out why they signed up, and what job(s) they did while they were serving.  Make sure to think about what the term "service" means to you (after your interview).

Create a Single-Slide Presentation to be added to our class project for the year, and SHARE it with Mr. S for credit.  

Make sure to include how long the person served, why they joined, what was the hardest and easiest part of their service, and what they feel about others serving.  Try to include a picture of the person in uniform if possible.  Please SHARE this interview with me so I can add them to the overall project.   Make sure you end your slide with how you feel about service, and how your view might have changed in light of the interview you conducted. Why is it important to serve your country/community in any capacity?

STEP 1: (❗️) Learner Journal Entry

(Open your Learner Journal Google Document and create a post with the information below)

14 September 2020:  What is a Hero?

Write 2-3 Sentences about what you think a HERO is, and why?  Make sure you write Full Sentences and explain your answer as if you were pursuading someone to agree with you.  

STEP 2:  Use the resources below to help you understand how to interview someone for this project.  There is a basic list of Tips and Great Questions for Effective Interviews.  There is a short video with interviewing tips, and a Google Slide Template to help you take your interview information and format it for our project.

STEP 3:  Use page 2 of the (❗️) Hero Project Primer Worksheet TFDL 20-21 to record the questions you plan to ask.  Make sure to LISTEN during the interview and 

STEP 4:  Identify someone to interview.  With your family's help, find anyone who has served in the military, at any point in their life, to interview.  The reason we are interviewing veterans is because our military is an "all voluntary force".  This means that people who serve choose to serve.  They are not pressed into service by laws or requirements.  They may choose to serve for many different reasons, but they all decided service was important to them.  It is this selfless-service aspect that we are trying to understand.  Take good notes during the interview and use them to create your part of our single-slide presentation.

STEP 5:  Complete the (❗️) Hero Project Primer Worksheet TFDL 20-21 with your notes from the interview.  Use the summary paragraph on Page 2 to complete the single-slide presentation.  Try to get a picture or two if you can. 

REFERENCE LINKS

Youtube Video: "Four Tips for an Effective Interview" by StoryCorps

PDF Document: "Sample Questions for Effective Interviews" by StoryCorps

Article:  "Portrait of a Hero" by NEH-Edsitement

Google Slides Presentation (Template): TFDL HERO Project SAMPLE & Instructions

15/16 (S): TFDL 20-21 HERO Project

Today we will discuss what you think it means to be a HERO!  Please stay engaged in the conversation.  At the end of the lesson you will be tasked with starting your part of the 2020-2021 Hero Project.  You will ultimately create a Single Slide Presentation (Google Slide) for inclusion in the Hero Project.

TODAY: (❗️) Participate in the "What is a Hero?" Class Discussion.

Learner Journal Entry:

14 September 2020:  What is a Hero?
Write 2-3 Sentences about what you think a HERO is, and why?  Make sure you write Full Sentences and explain your answer as if you were pursuading someone to agree with you. 

HERO PROJECT INTRODUCTION
Please talk to a veteran that you know. (NOT MR. S!)  This assignment is due prior to the end of the First Marking Period.  You must find a relative or friend that has served our country in the armed forces and interview them.
 
Step 1:  Interview A Veteran -  With your parent's permission, interview someone that served in the armed forces.  Find out when and where they served.  Find out why they signed up, and what job(s) they did while they were serving.  Make sure to think about what the term "service" means to you (after your interview).

Step 2:  Create a Single-Slide Presentation to be added to our class project for the year, and SHARE it with Mr. S for credit. 

Make sure to include how long the person served, why they joined, what was the hardest and easiest part of their service, and what they feel about others serving.  Try to include a picture of the person in uniform if possible.  Please SHARE this interview with me so I can add them to the overall project.   Make sure you end your slide with how you feel about service, and how your view might have changed in light of the interview you conducted. Why is it important to serve your country/community in any capacity?

REFERENCE LINKS

Youtube Video:  "What Makes A Hero (Literature)?" by Matthew Winkler

Youtube Video:  "What is a Hero?" by Join the Conversation

Google Document:  Hero Project Primer Worksheet

Google Slides from Class:  Hero Project

THE KEY TO THIS ASSIGNMENT IS TO INTERVIEW SOMEONE AND COME AWAY WITH THE CONNECTION BETWEEN A WILLFULLY SELFLESS ACT AND THE IMPACT THAT ACT HAS ON OTHERS!  MAKE SURE YOU MAKE THAT CONNECTION WITH YOUR SLIDE PRESENTATION.  IF YOU ABSOLUTELY CANNOT FIND SOMEONE YOU, OR YOUR FAMILY KNOWS, THAT HAS SERVED IN THE MILITARY, YOU MAY INTERVIEW SOMEONE WHO IS A LEADER IN YOUR COMMUNITY AND SERVES YOUR REGION, COUNTY, OR AREA IN SOME SUBSTANTIAL WAY.  YOU MUST GET PRIOR APPROVAL TO INTERVIEW A NON-VETERAN FROM MR. S!

ACADEMIC/LEARNING OBJECTIVE
Today students will use a time in class to reflect on how they might be able to serve their country someday.  Students will be assigned a Journal Entry to write about what they think the meaning of military service is.  Students use the balance of class time to complete the MyBIO Project and anything else that is outstanding to date.  Students will create documents and upload files appropriately for credit.  Students are required to finish a homework interview outside of class before the end of the 1st Marking Period.

STUDENTS WILL ENTER THE CLASS QUIETLY AND BEGIN WORKING!
Students will review ALL of the directions prior to starting the project!  Students will begin by writing in their LEARNING JOURNAL about the question above.

14/15 (A): Internet Safety & Security III (SDP Links Review)

Today you will be reviewing the resources listed on the School District of Philadelphia's Educational Technology Department's "Internet-Safety-For-Students" Website.  Here are the steps to follow to complete your assignement today:

STEP 1:  Click the link below to go to the School District of Philadelphia's (ED TECH) Internet Safety Site.  Near the bottom of the webpage is the High School Section.  Using the links and resources provided, choose 3 different websites.  Once you take some time reviewing each site, click the active link to the site and paste it on the worksheet in the spaces provided.  You must then write 2-3 Full Sentences explaining the resources, what activities they have, and what information or topics you can learn about using them.  Make sure to identify whether you think they are good resources or not.  Explain why you think they are, or are not good resources to use for students your age.  Add any additional information about the resource you think is interesting, or facts you did not know prior to doing this assignment.  Make sure you share this information with your parents and other relatives at home.

STEP 2: (❗️) IS&S Day III (ASNCH) Worksheet - Click the link to Make A Copy in your Google Drive

STEP 3:  Read the directions on the worksheet and fill it out for credit.  Make sure to SHARE the worksheet with Mr. S (harvey.scribner@techfreire.org) for credit.

RESOURCE LINKS

Google Document: (❗️) IS&S Day III (ASNCH) Worksheet

School District of Philadelphia "Internet Safety for Students" Website (Educational Technology)

11/14 (S): The Big Data Dilemma (IS&S II)

The Big Data Dilemma (Grade 9 Lesson) Adapted from Common Sense Media
(Click here for original lesson plan online from Common Sense Media) Many of us are aware that we're being tracked when we go online. It's one of the ways our favorite websites and apps know how to recommend content just for us. But how much information are companies actually collecting? And what are they doing with it? Digging into the details can help us make smart decisions about our online privacy and how to protect it. Students will be able to: - Define online tracking and describe how companies use it. - Identify the benefits and drawbacks of online tracking to both companies and users. - Analyze specific examples of online tracking and take a position for or against them. Key Vocabulary: cookies · online tracking · personalized content · targeted advertising · third-party This lesson involves students choosing from a list of online resources, which they will use to explore and analyze the lesson topic STEP 1: Participate in the class discussion and exercise. Use the Google Slides Presentation "The Big Data Dilemma" to help you with STEP 2! STEP 2: (❗️) Complete the Google Docs Worksheet "Both Sides of the Track" Student Handout in Breakout Rooms STEP 3: Be Prepared to SHARE OUT when we get back together. STEP 4: (❗️) TAKE THE LESSON QUIZ AFTER CLASS TO CHECK FOR UNDERSTANDING STEP 5: Use the Family Activity Link and Family Tips Link at home to discuss this further.

RESOURCE LINKS

Google Slides Presentation: "The Big Data Dilemma" by Common Sense Media

Activity Google Document Worksheet: (❗️) "Both Sides of the Track" Student Handout
NOTE: You will need to click FILE and MAKE A COPY, then click SHARE and add Mr. S Gmail address to turn it in (harvey.scribner@techfreire.org)

End of Lesson QUIZ Link: https://www.commonsense.org/education/student/Zkk5Jm

Common Sense Media FAMILY TIPS Worksheet / FAMILY ACTIVITY Worksheet

10 /11 (A): Self Assessment Record / NSTeens Challenge

Today you have two different tasks to perform for credit:

STEP 1: (❗️) Go to your Google Drive and locate your (❗️) DL Personal Inventory Survey Results Worksheet.  Open it.  Now click the Personal Inventory Survey Results Submission Survey 20-21 TFDL Scribner and using your document, ENTER all of the data from your surveys.  Make sure to put something for every question on the survey.  When you are done entering the data, please answer the final questions in 1-2 full sentences and hit SUBMIT for credit.

STEP 2: (❗️)  Use the other link below to go to the NSTeens Challenge.  Click the buttons to begin the eLearning module.  As you progress through the NSTeens Challenge, there are some choices to make.  Once you complete it, there is a place to enter your FULL NAME.  Look on the certificate of completion for a button to SEND IT TO YOUR TEACHER and enter Mr. Scribner's Tech Freire Gmail Address (harvey.scribner@techfreire.org).  Once I get a copy of your certificate on my email, I will mark this as complete in the gradebook.

STEP 3:  Spend some time on the NSTeens Website reviewing the information, games, and videos about helping you to stay safe online.  Have a great day!

- Mr. S

(❗️) Daily Check In Code Word:  EPIC  (Use the link below to complete the daily check in survey)

REFERENCE LINKS

(❗️) Personal Inventory Survey Results Submission Survey 20-21 TFDL

(❗️) NSTeens Challenge Website

Google Form:  (❗️) S/A Daily Check In Form

09/10 (S): Copyright & Wrong (Internet Safety & Security DAY I)

Copyright & Wrong (Common Sense Media Grade 9-12 Lesson - Adapted) Essential Question How can I make responsible choices when I use other people’s creative work? Lesson Overview Students explore the legal and ethical dimensions of respecting creative work. First, they learn a basic foundation of legal principles and vocabulary related to copyright. They understand how such factors as the rules of copyright law, the values and intent of the original creator, and the audience and purpose should affect their decisions about using the creative work of others. Using the Mad Men Student Handout, students then apply these principles to a simulation activity in which they act as advertising executives who have to choose a photo for an ad campaign MAKE SURE TO COMPLETE THE DAILY CHECK-IN SURVEY (SEE LINK BELOW) STEP 1: Watch the Youtube Video " Copyright and Fair Use Animation" by Common Sense Media STEP 2: (❗️) Copyrights & Wrongs Worksheet - Click on Link below and make a copy of this worksheet automatically STEP 3: Pay attention and participate in the LIVE Discussion in class. Make sure to fill in your worksheet in class. STEP 4: Each Breakout Room will be given time to review one of the scenarios in today's presentation. As a team, students will complete the worksheets based on their discussions. Teams will nominate a spokesperson to offer the details of their discussion about the scenario they work on when we meet up as a class. Students will complete the questions on the worksheet for credit.

RESOURCE LINKS

Google Document: (❗️) Copyrights & Wrongs Worksheet 20-21 TDFL Scribner

Youtube Video: "Copyright and Fair Use Animation" by Common Sense Media

Google Slides Presentation: "Copyright & Wrong 20-21 TFDL Scribner"

Original Lesson Plan:  9-12-unit1 by Common Sense Media and The Good Play Project (Harvard)

DIGITAL LIFE / TIP SHEET / DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP / REV DATE 2016 www.commonsense.org/educators | CREATIVE COMMONS: ATTRIBUTION-NONCOMMERCIAL-SHAREALIKE 

08/09 (A): "Essential 55 Rules" by Ron Clark Review

Today I want you to think about your goals in life. Please review the Youtube Video below and participate in the discussion afterwards. We will spend time reviewing the Essential "55" by Ron Clark. Please follow the directions on the worksheet you received in class to complete this project for credit:
STEP 1: MAKE SURE YOUR READ ALL OF THE "55" RULES PRIOR TO CHOOSING THREE (3) TO WRITE ABOUT ON THE WORKSHEET. If you do not get a worksheet in class, or you want to complete this at home for any reason, I am providing links to a Google Document copy of the worksheet. You will need to Click the Link to the "Essential 55 Goal Worksheet" and it will open in your Google Drive. STEP 2: (❗️) Click the Google Document " to create a copy of the worksheet in your own Google Drive. Complete the worksheet and then SHARE it with Mr. S (harvey.scribner@techfreire.org) for credit. NOTE: IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO MAKE UP A "RULE", YOU MAY INCLUDE ONE IN THE THIRD SPACE PROVIDED ON THE WORKSHEET. To Make Up a RULE you need to review the list of 55 Rules and create a new one to add to the list that is not a duplicate, and is appropriate for school. Later this week we are working on Internet Safety & Security. Thank you for your time and effort on this worksheet. - Mr. S

OBJECTIVE & STUDENT OUTCOMES

Students will reflect on their goals and talents after viewing a video designed to help them understand how important it is to recognize the power of having dreams and setting realistic goals to achieve them. Students have also been given instruction on the Essential "55" in most other classes. Students will be able to select, write, and comment on their TOP 3 rules. Students should list why they chose the rules. STUDENTS MUST READ ALL DIRECTIONS ON THIS WEBSITE PRIOR TO STARTING ANY ASSIGNED TASKS. PLEASE FOLLOW ALL DIRECTIONS AS GIVEN FOR FULL CREDIT! Students will also use class time to review the "Essential 55" document, choose their TOP 3 Rules, write each rule, and explain why they chose the rule. Worksheets are due before your next SYNCH class. ASYNCH Daily Check-In Code Word: DOCTOR

REFERENCE LINKS
(❗️) Essential "55" Goal Worksheet
Youtube Video: "Essential "55" Introduction" by Westwood Elementary Song 55 Rules PDF (Reference Sheet) Essential "55" PREZI Essential "55" PPT Presentation

04/08 (S): Character Strengths

This week you will be learning about How You LEARN, How You LEAD, and How You FOLLOW Directions and Process Information. Each day you will be reviewing information about a series of survey's and learning tools that will help you learn about yourself. These tools will help you figure out in what areas you have strength's and what areas may need improvement. The KEY to this week is to remind yourself that all of these surveys are just "Snapshots" of you on the day you take them. You can change, grow, adapt, and be different based on your learning, skills, practice, attitude, emotions and reactions, and other variables each day. The results of this week should give you a better idea of how you learn, areas where your strengths are, and maybe even a little insight to a future career or skills you can use to be successful! Relax and take each day as a new learning experience, and above all try to have a little fun with these activities! All The Best! - Mr. S Character Strengths Scientists discovered a common language of 24 character strengths make up what’s best about our personality. Everyone possesses all 24 character strengths in different degrees, so each person has a truly unique character strengths profile. Each character strength falls under one of these six broad virtue categories, which are universal across cultures and nations. STEP 1: Watch "The Science of Character (8min 'Cloud Film')" on Youtube (See Link Below) STEP 2: Click the "Personality Test, Personality Assess.ent: VIA Survey / VIA Institute" Link and fill in the information to take the 13-17 Youth Survey. Have a Parent/Guardian/Adult with you when you take it. Take your time and answer ALL the questions. When you are done, Read and Record your results. You should have a list of the 24 Characteristics in the order from Strongest to Needs Most Improvement. You will be able to click "VIA Character Strengths Profile" and Download a copy for free. This will have all 24 strengths, and a definition of each strength listed for you. If you open it in another window adding these results to the Document we created earlier this week will be easy! STEP 3: (❗️) Open the Document we started earlier this week ((❗️) DL Personal Inventory Survey Results Worksheet) and Locate the section to enter your Character Strength Scores. List them in order from Strongest to Needs Improvement on the worksheet. Make sure you SHARE this Document with Mr. S for credit. Make sure to complete the Daily Check In Form using the Code Word from the LIVE Class Presentation using the link below.

REFERENCE LINKS

Youtube Video: "The Science of Character" by T Shlain & Let It Ripple Film Studio

Youtube Video: "Know Your Character Strengths" by Confident Kids Program

Youtube Video: "Personal Mastery - Find Your Strengths" by effectiveefficiently

Survey: VIA Character Strength Survey by VIA Institute on Character (Youth Survey)

03/04 (A): Multiple Intelligences

This week you will be learning about How You LEARN, How You LEAD, and How You FOLLOW Directions and Process Information.  Each day you will be reviewing information about a series of survey's and learning tools that will help you learn about yourself.  These tools will help you figure out in what areas you have strength's and what areas may need improvement.  The KEY to this week is to remind yourself that all of these surveys are just "Snapshots" of you on the day you take them.  You can change, grow, adapt, and be different based on your learning, skills, practice, attitude, emotions and reactions, and other variables each day.  The results of this week should give you a better idea of how you learn, areas where your strengths are, and maybe even a little insight to a future career or skills you can use to be successful!  Relax and take each day as a new learning experience, and above all try to have a little fun with these activities!  All The Best! - Mr. S

(Wikipedia)The theory of multiple intelligences differentiates human intelligence into specific 'modalities', rather than seeing intelligence as dominated by a single general ability. Howard Gardner proposed this model in his 1983 book Frames of Mind: The Theory of Multiple Intelligences.

(Tophat.com) Multiple intelligences is a theory first posited by Harvard developmental psychologist Howard Gardner in 1983 that suggests human intelligence can be differentiated into eight modalities: visual-spatial, verbal-linguistic, musical-rhythmic, logical-mathematical, interpersonal, intrapersonal, naturalistic and bodily-kinesthetic.   Multiple intelligences refers to a theory describing the different ways students learn and acquire information. These multiple intelligences range from the use of words, numbers, pictures and music, to the importance of social interactions, introspection, physical movement and being in tune with nature.

STEP 1:  Review the Multiple Intelligences Infograph Image (See Attached)

STEP 2:  Watch one, or all, of the Youtube Videos about Multiple Intelligences

STEP 3: (❗️) Click the Link to the "Multiple Intelligences - - Assessment" and take the survey.
When you are finished (Answer ALL The Questions) you will see Numerical Scores for your Multiple Intelligences.
Record your scores so you can enter them on the Document we created in class earlier this week.

STEP 4: (❗️)  Enter your scores on the Google Document ((❗️) DL Personal Inventory Survey Results Worksheet)
Make sure to enter today's date and then Write 1-2 Sentences about what you learned.

LINKS AND RESOURCES

Reference Image:  Multiple Intelligences Infograph

Youtube Video:  Multiple Intelligences by Powtoon

Youtube Video:  8 Intelligences - Theory of Multiple Intelligences Explained by Psychology Today

Assessment Survey:  Multiple Intelligences -- Assessment by literacynet.org

02/03 (S): Executive Functions Survey

This week you will be learning about How You LEARN, How You LEAD, and How You FOLLOW Directions and Process Information. Each day you will be reviewing information about a series of survey's and learning tools that will help you learn about yourself. These tools will help you figure out in what areas you have strength's and what areas may need improvement. The KEY to this week is to remind yourself that all of these surveys are just "Snapshots" of you on the day you take them. You can change, grow, adapt, and be different based on your learning, skills, practice, attitude, emotions and reactions, and other variables each day. The results of this week should give you a better idea of how you learn, areas where your strengths are, and maybe even a little insight to a future career or skills you can use to be successful! Relax and take each day as a new learning experience, and above all try to have a little fun with these activities! All The Best! - Mr. S Executive Functions The Executive Functions are a set of processes that all have to do with managing oneself and one's resources in order to achieve a goal. It is an umbrella term for the neurologically-based skills involving mental control and self-regulation. STEP 1: Watch the Youtube Videos about Executive Functions and what you can learn about yourself by taking the survey. STEP 2: (❗️) Click on the link to the K&M Center Website and look for the box that says "What are your child's skills?" and click the link for the EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING QUIZ. Click STUDENT QUIZ and enter your First Name, Grade, Age, Gender, and Tech Freire GMail Address. When you complete the quiz (there are 40 Questions) you will see your RESULTS. Record the Numerical Score for each of the categories so you can transfer them to the worksheet we started earlier this week. Taks a minute to review the results and the definitions of the categories. The higher the number the stronger that Executive Function is for you. Remember, this is just a snapshot for today. You could take the quiz again and have different results depending on a number of variables. The lower numbers may tell you about areas you need to improve, but it is not completely accurate either. STEP 3: (❗️) Open the worksheet we created earlier this week ((❗️) DL Personal Inventory Survey Results Worksheet) Record your scores and the date in the area indicated for EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONS and write 1-2 Sentences about "What Did You Learn?"

LINKS YOU WILL NEED

1. Youtube Video: "In Brief: Executive Functions: Skills for Life and Learning" by CDC@Harvard

2. Youtube Video: "What is Executive Function" by Autism Pirate

3. Executive Functions Student Quiz by K&M Center (Click Here for Link)

01/02 (A): Left-Right Brain Dominance & Typing Test

This week you will be learning about How You LEARN, How You LEAD, and How You FOLLOW Directions and Process Information.  Each day you will be reviewing information about a series of survey's and learning tools that will help you learn about yourself.  These tools will help you figure out in what areas you have strength's and what areas may need improvement.  The KEY to this week is to remind yourself that all of these surveys are just "Snapshots" of you on the day you take them.  You can change, grow, adapt, and be different based on your learning, skills, practice, attitude, emotions and reactions, and other variables each day.  The results of this week should give you a better idea of how you learn, areas where your strengths are, and maybe even a little insight to a future career or skills you can use to be successful!  Relax and take each day as a new learning experience, and above all try to have a little fun with these activities!  All The Best! - Mr. S

Left/Right Brain Survey & Typing Test

Before we begin:  "If you’ve always thought of yourself as a “numbers person” or a creative sort, the research doesn’t change anything. But it’s probably inaccurate to link these traits to one side of your brain. We still don’t know a lot about what determines individual personality; but it seems unlikely that it’s the dominance of one side of the brain or the other that matters." - "Right Brain/Left Brain, Right?" by Robert H Schnerling, MD, Harvard Health Publishing, Harvard Medical School (2017) at https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/right-brainleft-brain-right-2017082512222

Another Point of View: "Your dominant brain type has a very significant effect on your study skills, homework habits, and grades."  by Grace Fleming, ThoughtCo.com Article, (2018) at https://www.thoughtco.com/left-brain-right-brain-1857174

According to the some theories of left-brain or right-brain dominance, each side of the brain controls different types of thinking. Additionally, people are said to prefer one type of thinking over the other. For example, a person who is "left-brained" is often said to be more logical, analytical, and objective.  A person who is "right-brained" is often said to be more creative or able to see the 'big-picture'.  Watch the video below and take the survey. Record your answers on the Google Document you created yesterday ((❗️) DL Personal Inventory Survey Results Worksheet).

STEP 1:  Watch one, or all of the Youtube Videos linked below.

STEP 2:  Click the link to the Eterna Brain website and take the Brain Dominance Test (Online-Test)
There are 28 questions about your attitudes and interests.  Some may be personal, but no one will see your answers.  At the end of the survey you will have two (2) columns.  Record the number for both Left and Right scores.

STEP 3:  Open the Document from your Google Drive that you made a copy of yesterday ((❗️) DL Personal Inventory Survey Results Worksheet)
Locate the section of the Document for "L/R Brain Survey" and enter your scores.  Fill in the Date of the Assessment with today's date.
Write 1-2 Sentences about what you learned today about yourself.

STEP 4: (❗️) Take the TYPING TEST at TypingTest.com (See Link Below)
In the center of your screen you will see a box with some choices (1 minute test, 3 minute test, 5 minute test) and (text, sentences, words).

Click the "More Options" link in blue below the choices.  Select 1 Minute Test and choose your topic from the drop-down list.

Click "Start Typing Test".  Where it says "Click or Tap Here and Start Typing!" follow the directions and start the test.

DO NOT STOP until the timer is complete.  You will be typing along with the information above.  Try to focus on your typing and not look at the statistics.
When the timer stops, a screen with your results will automatically appear.  Record your Typing Speed, Errors, and Adjusted Speed.

STEP 5: Record your scores on the TYPING.COM 1-Minute Test section of the (❗️) DL Personal Inventory Survey Results Worksheet for credit.

ASYNCH Daily Check In Code Word:  ALLIGATOR

Left/Right Brain Dominance Survey

1. Youtube Video:  "Are You Right-Brained or Left Brained?" by BuzzFeedVideo (2013)

2. Youtube Video:  "What's the Difference Between the Right Brain and the Left Brain?" 
     by Psych2Go

3. SURVEY: (❗️) Brain Dominance Test (Online Test) - test your brain dominance - The IPN

Typing Test

1. Youtube Video:  "Why Learn to Type" by Typing Club

2. Youtube Video:  "Why Aren't Keyboards in 'ABC' Order" by Colassal Questions

3. TYPING TEST LINK:  TypingTest.com (Click Here)