Computers for all - Classroom 2.02024-03-29T14:46:02Zhttps://www.classroom20.com/forum/topics/computers-for-all?commentId=649749%3AComment%3A819303&feed=yes&xn_auth=noHi Tracy,
I'm not sure if th…tag:www.classroom20.com,2012-03-21:649749:Comment:8192662012-03-21T03:44:16.121ZChrishttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/Chris662
Hi Tracy,<br />
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I'm not sure if this is really what you are looking for, but when I start using our school's laptops with my sixth-graders, I always begin by explaining where the computers came from and how they were purchased. In our district funds come from a local levy. It's amazing. When students hear that people have chosen to tax themselves (even people without kids) to help them get a better education, the respect and seriousness students take toward the computers increases dramatically.…
Hi Tracy,<br />
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I'm not sure if this is really what you are looking for, but when I start using our school's laptops with my sixth-graders, I always begin by explaining where the computers came from and how they were purchased. In our district funds come from a local levy. It's amazing. When students hear that people have chosen to tax themselves (even people without kids) to help them get a better education, the respect and seriousness students take toward the computers increases dramatically. Suddenly, the computers are no longer toys, but learning tools, and the kids feel a responsibility to the people who have shown faith in (and provided money for) them. The kids realize that if others take their education so seriously, then they should too. I think you have an amazing opportunity, Tracy. Good luck! Introducing a project that st…tag:www.classroom20.com,2012-03-21:649749:Comment:8193032012-03-21T01:35:33.684ZThomas Nixonhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/ThomasNixon
<p>Introducing a project that students will be working on over a long period of time may be a good way to get them going on the computers. Using Excel in the project is an example of one way students could put the computers to use.</p>
<p>Introducing a project that students will be working on over a long period of time may be a good way to get them going on the computers. Using Excel in the project is an example of one way students could put the computers to use.</p> Walk them through the basics:…tag:www.classroom20.com,2012-03-20:649749:Comment:8190592012-03-20T17:13:04.217ZPatty Lewishttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/PattyLewis
Walk them through the basics: where things are located, how to find things, digital citizenship, etc.. Keep it simple but fun just to get started.
Walk them through the basics: where things are located, how to find things, digital citizenship, etc.. Keep it simple but fun just to get started. I would definitely teach them…tag:www.classroom20.com,2012-03-20:649749:Comment:8191082012-03-20T14:08:37.164ZStacey Bellhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/StaceyBell
I would definitely teach them some basic computer skills. While most of the students will be familiar with computers, you will have some that are not. I say start at the bottom and work your way up. Definitely set the tone and have some simple rules for using the new technology. I would throw in a game too, so they see that math and science can be fun. Good Luck!
I would definitely teach them some basic computer skills. While most of the students will be familiar with computers, you will have some that are not. I say start at the bottom and work your way up. Definitely set the tone and have some simple rules for using the new technology. I would throw in a game too, so they see that math and science can be fun. Good Luck! As you want to 'set tone' so…tag:www.classroom20.com,2012-03-20:649749:Comment:8191992012-03-20T12:50:19.857ZAima Qamhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/AimaQam
<p>As you want to 'set tone' so give them introduction of digital citizenship and responsibility. Introduce and explain the significance of nine elements. It is important to mind them before entering in this fluid world. </p>
<p>As you want to 'set tone' so give them introduction of digital citizenship and responsibility. Introduce and explain the significance of nine elements. It is important to mind them before entering in this fluid world. </p> I would say intermediate. tag:www.classroom20.com,2012-03-20:649749:Comment:8190142012-03-20T02:28:23.489ZTracy Bierstedthttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/TracyBierstedt
<p>I would say intermediate. </p>
<p>I would say intermediate. </p> what level are your kids? Ar…tag:www.classroom20.com,2012-03-20:649749:Comment:8188662012-03-20T00:30:10.148ZLeah Noreigahttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/LeahNoreiga
<p>what level are your kids? Are they beginners, intermediate, advanced? Do you have to teach them basic computer skills. </p>
<p>what level are your kids? Are they beginners, intermediate, advanced? Do you have to teach them basic computer skills. </p>