CLASSICGISTS: August 2017

Khan Academy Sign-Up (Semester 1)

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Everyone at Collegium (Building 515) will use their @ccs.us GMail Account to create an Account on KhanAcademy.Org! Make sure that you finish updating your profile once you sign in. Go to your Profile screen and Add Mr. S as a Coach by entering the Khan Academy Class Code Below!

Every student can use Khan Academy as an online tutor at home. You can pick just about any Subject and Level and view video lessons, answer practice questions, or ask a coach a question. There are tutorials for all of your subjects on this fantastic resource! Make sure you check out all the classes you can complete and help yourself with!

Good Luck!

- Mr. S

Khan Academy Class Tutor Code (Mr. S): CHVJTZ

When you have signed up, you may choose any of the courses available to start or preview. I would like everyone to start the course "BIG HISTORY". Let me know what you think about the "BIG HISTORY" course in an email later this marking period.

Next Week: we will be creating graphic organizers using a cool online tool.

STEP BY STEP DIRECTIONS

Step 1: Open Khan Academy and use your CCS Gmail to create an account.

Step 2: Add Mr. Scribner as a COACH using the code CHVJTZ in your PROFILE

Step 3: Choose and begin "BIG HISTORY" an online class that you are interested in.

Step 4: Continue working on your PIXLR Photo and Collage Project from yesterday.

TYPING.COM (RTI)

Next, go to http://typingweb.com, and create an account. Go to START TYPING and begin the lesson with the HOME KEYS. Spend the rest of the class time working on your typing skills.

Tomorrow there will be worksheets to help you get better at typing. Sit up straight, fingers on the home keys, and really try to learn to type. This is a skill you will use forever!

JOIN MY CLASS: 59A84BF37584A

Good Work so far in this class to everyone!

- Mr. S

ACADEMIC/LEARNING OBJECTIVE
Scholars will create an account on Khan Academy so they can work from home, invite other teachers to help coach them, and generally allow them to learn about many different classes on their own. This is an introduction to Blended Learning, and starting them on the path to become life-long learners. They can access many different classes and RTI Math and ELA programs. There is also content available in the arts, science, social studies, and many other topics. Scholars will be able to log in and work on various programs independently.

SCHOLARS WILL ENTER THE CLASS QUIETLY AND BEGIN WORKING!

Scholars will follow all directions below to create and begin working on personal accounts. Scholars, once logged in, will add Mr. S as a COACH, and modify their personal account variables. Scholars will be able to choose multiple classes and coursework to complete during independent study time, or at home to supplement learning during days off and over breaks.

National Security Agency (NSA) DAY OF CYBER Program

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Today everyone will log into the LifeJourney website and start to discover possible jobs in the field of cyber-security. Please go to the following website, and use the Class Code below to sign-up.

This is a website sponsored by the NSA to help students learn about possible future careers there. You can sign in anytime and complete the levels on your own, outside class. You will participate in the NSA Day Of Cyber. The NSA Day of CYBER is a free online program that allows students to experience a day in the life of the nation's top cyber-security experts - in just a short amount of time.

LifeJourney™ is an online career simulation experience that empowers students and individuals to test-drive future career opportunities relating to STEM and gain exposure to the skills they'll need to achieve the future they want.

GO TO WEBSITE: https://prod.lifejourney.us
CLICK ON "SIGN IN"
ENTER YOUR ROLE: STUDENT
ENTER YOUR CCS EMAIL: (firstname.lastname@ccs.us)
ENTER THE CLASS CODE: k1j9rar

Have fun with this program, and use the rest of your time to work on anything you might owe me for class.

Thanks,

Mr. S

ACADEMIC/LEARNING OBJECTIVE
Students use an online learning site called LifeJourney to complete, independently, a review of the skills and abilities needed for various jobs and careers at the National Security Agency (NSA). Students will be able to complete the learning objectives outlined in the online curriculum, identify and discuss topics related to cyber-security, electronic and systems security, signals interception, and cryptology.
STUDENTS WILL ENTER THE CLASS QUIETLY AND BEGIN WORKING!
Students will work individually to complete online review of all resources on the LifeJourney NSA Day of Cyber Website. Students will complete all tasks online to recieve a completion certificate for the program. Students will stop at various points of the program to discuss their findings and attitudes toward NSA careers.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION AND POSITIVE ATTITUDE TODAY!
Standards Covered In This Class
PA 3.7.7 & 11 Section C / ISTE 2011
CSTA Tied With Common Core ELA/Math rev. 2014

Photo Collage Project (PIXLR.com)

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Photograph Manipulation Introduction (PIXLR.com)

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SOS.FBI.GOV / NSTeens Challenge

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Rule of 12x12x12 / Multiple Intelligence's

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12 by 12 by 12 is the distance you are being judged by the people you meet every day of every week of every year of your life.

Your first impression starts 12 feet away. This is the distance people see what you are wearing and how you are acting. This is the first chance you have to make sure that people see you in a positive, accepting light.

At 12 inches away you are now about to speak. People will notice the minute details of the way your face looks as you smile, frown, or grimace. People are judging your looks, your demeanor, and the way you carry yourself. The way you shake a hand, smell to others, and present yourself are now under the microscope and you should be aware that what you are about to say will forever place a note in people’s head about your level of maturity.

Finally, the first 12 words you speak are a reflection of your heritage, upbringing, and education level. Whether you like it or not, the person you are interacting with is taking a mental picture of you for future reference. What kind of picture have you given them? How can you make a difference in how you appear?

The mark we leave on the world is a made up of the thousands of appearances in other people’s memories. How you are perceived by others is the only yardstick we are all measured equally by. Make your impression a positive lasting one with others, and you will make your world a better place live in.

Excerpt from "Networking Like a Pro: Turning Contacts Into Connections", Misner, I. and Alexander, D. and Hilliard, B., ISBN# 9781613080023,2010, Entrepreneur Media Incorporated/Entrepreneur Press

Rule of 12x12x12 Student Survey (Click Here)

Multiple Intelligences Self Assessment

Today everyone will learn about how you learn best. Please take a moment to answer the following 24-question assessment:

http://www.edutopia.org/multiple-intelligences-assessment

Watch The Video (Click Here)

Find out more about your results here:

http://www.edutopia.org/your-multiple-intelligences#bk

Multiple Intelligences PPT

Multiple Intelligences Student Survey (Click Here)

When we are done with the above items in class, you can try to log into your Collegium Charter School Gmail Account so we can access Google Drive as soon as it is available to everyone. Good Luck!

- Mr. S

OBJECTIVE & STUDENT OUTCOMES

Scholars will read and discuss the Rule of 12x12x12. Scholars will complete a survey about how they can change their perception of others and adjust their own actions accordingly. Scholars will then review and discuss information about Multiple Intelligence's and complete a short questionnaire to determine what primary and secondary abilities they may posses. Scholars will use remaining time to complete any outstanding work. Scholars are required to work Bell To Bell every day!

Scholars will enter the class quietly and begin by reading all of the instructions listed on the class website. Scholars will actively participate in all discussion and review, and complete all assigned work without delay, and in a cheerful manner! Scholars will follow all classroom rules and follow all Collegium Charter School rules and regulations, as outlined in the Student Handbook, AT ALL TIMES!

THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION AND POSITIVE ATTITUDE TODAY!

Standards Covered In This Class

PA 3.7.7 & 11 Section C / ISTE 2011

CSTA Tied With Common Core ELA/Math rev. 2014

How Do You Learn Best? Learning Syle / L&R Brain Survey / Executive Functions / Typing Test

August 22, 2017 majid 0 Comments Category :

Today you will learn about HOW YOU LEARN BEST! Please follow the directions below to complete a series of survey's that will give you some insight on your Learning Styles, your Left/Right Brain Dominance, and your Executive Functions. You may choose to watch the videos associated with each survey (with headphones only), or just complete the surveys themselves. Please fill out the form in class, and complete the ONLINE SURVEY at the end. Make sure to complete both for credit. See you tomorrow!

- Mr. S

1. LEARNING STYLES: Many people recognize that each person prefers different learning styles and techniques. Learning styles group common ways that people learn. Everyone has a mix of learning styles. Some people may find that they have a dominant style of learning, with far less use of the other styles. Others may find that they use different styles in different circumstances. There is no right mix. Nor are your styles fixed. You can develop ability in less dominant styles, as well as further develop styles that you already use well.
Please watch the Video (Click Here) and take the Inventory below. Record you answers on the form and then enter them in the ONLINE SURVEY for credit.

Learning Style Inventory

2. LEFT/RIGHT BRAIN DOMINANCE: According to the theory 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. Watch the video below and take the survey. Record your answers on the paper and then enter them on the ONLINE SURVEY for credit
Watch the Video Here (Click)

Please take the following surveys that will help you to identify your learning style and whether you are left or right brain dominant:

Left/Right Brain Dominance Survey

3. 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.

Watch The Video (Click Here)

TAKE THE SURVEY: Executive Functions Survey (Click Here to Take The Survey)

4. TYPING TEST: When you are finished take the typing test (1 minute, any topic you like, and record your Words Per Minute):

http://www.typingtest.com/

When complete, you must also click the Student Survey Form Below and enter your results. Begin working on improving your typing skills right away!

PUT YOUR SCORES IN THE ONLINE SURVEY

(Click Here To Start)

OBJECTIVE & STUDENT OUTCOMES

Students will be able to identify their individual Learning Style, Left or Right Brain Dominance, Executive Functions, and be tested on their basic typing skills. Students will complete the Self-Assessments for each activity and record scores on the EXIT TICKET. Students will also transfer those scores to the online Google Form to add them to the school spreadsheet for credit. When complete, students will use spare time to improve individual typing skills.

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 enter the class quietly and quickly. Students will be given specific directions and examples of why the information may be valuable to know about Learning Styles, L/R Brain Dominance, Executive Functions, and Typing Speed. Students will complete all assessments and be able to accurately record scores. Students will use time wisely and spend any additional time in class, or at home, finishing projects currently due.

Welcome To The Future 2017-2018

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Computer Skills & Applications (Class Rules & Syllabus)

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The information provided below is posted on a public website and scholars are assumed to have read, understand, and follow all protocol and rules listed. Scholars will be bound by these rules and regulations upon entering Collegium Charter School and cannot claim ignorance of the rules as a defense for poor behavior or poor preparation. Any questions or concerns may be directed to me at hscribner@ccs.us. Parents/Guardians are encouraged to review these rules and procedures in full with every Collegium Scholar. Technology equipment, network access, and internet access are for official student use only, and may only be used to access appropriate content as outlined in the Collegium Charter School Policies and Procedures.

MR. SCRIBNER’S CLASSROOM RULES

1. Scholars are to enter the classroom calmly and quietly and go immediately to their assigned seats. You are to sit at a 90-degree angle to your desk with your feet on the floor and good posture (spine straight).

2. Scholars are to be in their seats and prepared to work at the beginning of the period. If you are not in your seat with your materials at the beginning of the period you are tardy. Be working on the assignment on the board/website immediately upon entering.

3. Scholars are to show respect at all times and in all manners toward themselves, others, and staff. This includes all verbal and non-verbal forms of communication including body language, facial expression and tone of voice.

4. Scholars are to be on task AT ALL TIMES and work to the best of their ability. This means you are to be working on whatever assignment is given with all of your concentration. If you are finished with an assignment early, you may read or sit quietly and wait for others. Please collaborate and communicate about the topic-at-hand and limit your off-topic conversations while working.

5. There is absolutely no gum, food, drink, candy, make-up, mirrors, electronic devices or any other distraction allowed in my class. Any of these visible will be immediately confiscated and picked up after school. Class time is for learning.

6. Scholars are to be prepared with all papers, pens, pencils, notebooks and any other materials required for class. Do not waste class time to ask to sharpen your pencil, needing paper, throwing out trash, or any other trivial matter. Be a professional student and take care of it quietly or prior to class.

7. You are to raise your hand to get permission to speak during direct instruction time. Raising your hand does not give you permission to speak; it just lets me know you want to speak. You are never to leave your seat without first raising your hand and receiving permission. This requirement is adjusted during group/team or independent work time.

8. I do not argue with Scholars. If you are told to move your seat or given any other direction you are to do so immediately and without complaint. If you feel this or any other direction is unreasonable you may arrange to discuss it with me, your counselor or arrange a parent conference on your own time. Otherwise, follow all directions immediately and without complaining. Class time is for learning.

9. You are to remain in your seat until dismissed by Mr. Scribner (or designated substitute). You are responsible to clean any trash in your area whether it is yours or not. Keep all trash with you until the bell rings and throw it out on your way out of the classroom.

10. I do not give warnings. This is your warning. Any violation of these rules will be met immediately with a 10-minute detention to be served after school and/or other consequences such as copying the rules, parent conference, or meeting with the principal.

12. If you do not come to the 10-minute detention, you will then be required to attend a full 45-minute detention and your parent/guardian will be notified of the issue. Consecutive missed detentions will result in further disciplinary action. No matter what other consequence you receive, you will have to make up the 10-minute detention.

Computer Skills & Applications Syllabus

Teacher: Mr. Harvey Scribner

Location: Collegium Charter School - 515, Room 352, Exton, PA
Contact: hscribner@ccs.us / Cell: 484-674-5011
Tutorial Time: On Request.
Conference Period: Lunch / Before or After School by Appointment

Course Description: Scholars will gain knowledge and skills in the application, design, production, and assessment of computer-based knowledge and applications. The study of technology (STEM) allows students to reinforce, apply, and transfer their academic knowledge to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems, and settings. In addition to their general academic and technical knowledge students gain an understanding of career opportunities available in technology (STEM) along with the requirements to gain and maintain employment in these careers. Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in transitioning to the work force and/or post-secondary education. Scholars apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies.

Topic 1: Introduction & And Syllabus, Gmail and Google Apps

Topic 2: Internet Safety & Security, Learning Style, L/R Brain

Topic 3: Photo Manipulation, Website Creation, Digital Portfolio

Topic 4: Digital Presentations

Topic 5: Interview and Research Projects, Google Docs

Topic 6: Historical Figure Facebook Project

Topic 7: Spreadsheets, Family Monthly Budget

Topic 8: Programming: Introduction to Code

Topic 9: Digital Media: Public Service Announcements (IMovie)

IMPORTANT NOTICE: ALL Building 515 Collegium Scholars are REQUIRED to use their Collegium issued Google Applications for Education GMail Address and Log-In Information while accessing CCS Electronic Equipment.

NO PERSONAL EMAIL ADDRESSES may be used to Access Computers or Networks or Submit Assignments. All communications to and from students, parents, teachers or staff should comply with CCS Policies and Procedures. Please log into POWERSCHOOL to view Scholar grades and assignments.

Classroom Information and Procedures

Respect Yourself – Respect Others AT ALL TIMES

Be Prepared with Materials – Be on Time – Be Ready to Learn

Scholars are expected to have achieved a certain level of appropriate behavior given the number of years they have been exposed to classroom rules and procedures. Expected behaviors include but are not limited to showing respect, following instructions, participating in learning, abiding by school policies and classroom procedures. Failure to demonstrate these expected behaviors daily will trigger consequences according to the classroom, school, and district discipline police. THERE WILL BE NO WARNINGS ISSUED!

Beginning and Ending Class – Scholars should be in their seats with materials ready at the start of class. Scholars should respond to the Teacher's queue by listening or engaging in warm up activity (Journal). Scholars should respond to the Teachers queue to end class by saving files, putting up materials, turning in papers, getting the homework assignment, logging off the computer, and being ready to leave class when the bell rings. Scholars should use all allotted class time for learning by being engaged in listening, responding appropriately, or participating in assignments. Beginning and ending class in an efficient manner will allow for class time to be used appropriately.

Bathroom Breaks – Bathroom breaks should be taken during passing period. Scholars should get permission from the teacher and sign out before leaving the classroom for a bathroom break. If you are anywhere else other then the restroom or getting water disciplinary actions will be taken.

Educational Use of Equipment – Computer systems are provided for use by faculty and Scholars for educational purposes only. Games played on the computer for entertainment are not allowed unless specific permission is given. Internet surfing not directly associated with classroom assignments is not allowed. These limitations are in place to make better use of the district bandwidth and to provide a better educational learning environment for students.

Disks, Memory Drives, Cell Phones and CD’s – Scholars may bring disks, USB memory drives, and/or CD’s to school for use in computer systems with teacher approval. Any memory device/disk is not considered private and is subject to examination, search, and must be turned over to teacher upon request. Any memory device/disk inspected and found to have inappropriate material / unauthorized material is subject to confiscation and will result in demerits and other disciplinary action. Also, Scholars may not download software onto district computer systems without specific permission.

NO SCHOLAR MAY CREATE OR USE AN OUTSIDE/PRIVATE NETWORK AT ANY TIME WHILE IN SCHOOL. SCHOLARS CAUGHT CREATING A WIFI OR ACCESS POINT WITH CELLPHONES OR OTHER UNAUTHORIZED DEVICE WILL HAVE THAT DEVICE IMMEDIATELY CONFISCATED AND WILL BE SUBJECT TO ADDITIONAL DISCIPLINARY ACTION. NO UNAUTHORIZED DEVICE WILL BE CONNECTED TO THE SCHOOL NETWORK WITHOUT SPECIFIC PERMISSION. NO UNAUTHORIZED, ILLEGAL, OR INAPPROPRIATE CONTENT MAY BE ACCESSED PRIVATELY ON PERSONAL TECHNOLOGY EQUIPMENT WHILE ON SCHOOL PROPERTY.

Operating System Configuration – Adding or deleting icons to the desktop is prohibited. Changing the background on the monitor or screen saver is prohibited. Scholars should not make any changes to the configuration of the district computer systems.

No Cheating – Scholars should not share files in the attempt to cheat on assignments. File sharing should only be done if the class assignment directs a Scholars to do so. Scholars should not print multiple copies of a file in an attempt to allow others to cheat from their original works. Scholars should show integrity by not cheating or by creating an environment where others may cheat. Cheating may cause the Scholar(s) loss of some or the entire grade.

Listening – Scholars should listen while the teacher is giving directions or giving information. Scholars should attend to the directions and follow them the first time they are given. This classroom environment thrives on the importance of teamwork, leadership, integrity, honesty, work habits, and organizational skills. The Scholar is expected to use teamwork to solve problems and questions first before asking for assistance

Appropriate Language – Scholars should use appropriate language when conversing with the teacher and when conversing with other students. Slander, cursing, racial remarks, and remarks made that are demeaning to specific groups of people are inappropriate and should not be used. Scholars should demonstrate respect for the teacher, themselves, and for others in their speech and in their tone.

NO FOOD, DRINKS, GUM OR CANDY – No food or drinks are allowed in the classroom unless otherwise approved by the teacher.

Absent or Makeup Work – It is the responsibility of the Scholar to make arrangements with the teacher for work missed when absent due to illness, doctor’s appointments, field trips, school sponsored event, etc.

Radio’s, Music Players, Games, Head Phones, Cell Phones, and other electronic devices – Headphones should not be worn during class unless directed by the teacher for a specific assignment or individual work. The school policy on the use of cell phones will be strictly enforced. Personal music CD’s and DVD’s should not be brought to class and played in the CD/DVD ROM drives. These devices should be kept out of sight and not be used in the classroom. Devices that are confiscated will be taken to the Principal’s office.

Criminal Activity – Hacking and sabotage are criminal activities covered by federal and state laws. Damage to data, equipment, or functionality of software programs and operating systems are severe offenses that may be subject to substantial fines and penalties under law. Removal of hardware, equipment, software and supplies, and other properties from the classroom are considered theft. Browsing unauthorized files or district content through the school provided network is a federal crime. Scholars should not try to guess passwords to hack into teacher accounts or the accounts of others. Scholars should only access areas they are authorized to use and have been given rights to access. Scholars should use the network for academic purposes only. Network resources should not be wasted including bandwidth and printer usage. All FERPA, state and local access restrictions on content will be strictly adhered too.

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Khan Academy Sign-Up (Semester 1)

Everyone at Collegium (Building 515) will use their @ccs.us GMail Account to create an Account on KhanAcademy.Org! Make sure that you finish updating your profile once you sign in. Go to your Profile screen and Add Mr. S as a Coach by entering the Khan Academy Class Code Below!

National Security Agency (NSA) DAY OF CYBER Program

Today everyone will log into the LifeJourney website and start to discover possible jobs in the field of cyber-security. Please go to the following website, and use the Class Code below to sign-up.

Photo Collage Project (PIXLR.com)

Photograph Manipulation Introduction (PIXLR.com)

SOS.FBI.GOV / NSTeens Challenge

Rule of 12x12x12 / Multiple Intelligence's

Rule of 12x12x12 Student Survey (Click Here)

Multiple Intelligences Self Assessment

How Do You Learn Best? Learning Syle / L&R Brain Survey / Executive Functions / Typing Test

Welcome To The Future 2017-2018

Computer Skills & Applications (Class Rules & Syllabus)

Popular Posts

Blog Archive

Everyone at Collegium (Building 515) will use their @ccs.us GMail Account to create an Account on KhanAcademy.Org! Make sure that you finish updating your profile once you sign in. Go to your Profile screen and Add Mr. S as a Coach by entering the Khan Academy Class Code Below!

Today everyone will log into the LifeJourney website and start to discover possible jobs in the field of cyber-security. Please go to the following website, and use the Class Code below to sign-up. ​

Multiple Intelligences Self Assessment

Popular Posts

Blog Archive

Today everyone will log into the LifeJourney website and start to discover possible jobs in the field of cyber-security. Please go to the following website, and use the Class Code below to sign-up.