Any extra credit assignments will be entered on the 27th before I submit my final grades.
Saturday, May 23, 2020
Final Day for Late Work is May 26th!
I WILL NOT accept work on the 27th. I have not assigned a new project in three weeks, there is no excuse for not having the assignment finished. If there is a reason you could not complete it you should have addressed it already with me.
Friday, May 22, 2020
Thursday, May 21, 2020
Wednesday, May 20, 2020
Tuesday, May 19, 2020
[Video Project] "Hey Me, It's You"
Directions
For this extra credit project, students will record a short video of them speaking to themselves, five years into the future. Imagine what you want your life to look like in five years. Talk about what your goals or fears are. Tell yourself a joke. Whatever you want to say, as long as it is school appropriate. I will combine all of the student submissions into one video. It will be scheduled to premier on my YouTube channel on June 1, 2025. Come back in five years and see what you had to say to yourself.
- Video should start with a 3-5 second title slide / screen with "Hey Me, It's You", Your First Name and Last Initial, and May 2020.
- Your recorded video can be up to 40 seconds long. You do not need to show your face in the video but I should be able to hear your voice.
- The TOTAL length of the video should not exceed 45 seconds. Up to 5 seconds for the title screen and up to 40 seconds for the video itself.
- Share your finished video with me via OneDrive. I must have it by 05/26/20 at 11:59PM in order to award the extra credit for this quarter.
- You do NOT need to post on Teams when you submit your video, it will show up in my OneDrive e-mail.
- I will review all videos before adding them to the montage on YouTube.
Teacher Example
[4th Quarter] Update on Final Day for Late Work: Now May 26, 2020.
I have been informed that the deadline to submit grades is May 27, 2020 at 11:59PM. I will have my final grades submitted well ahead of this deadline. Due to this, I am moving up my deadline for late work to May 26, 2020 at 11:59PM. If you submit an assignment AND post to the Grade This! channel by 11:59PM on May 26, your project WILL get graded before I submit my final grades.
Wednesday, May 13, 2020
Tuesday, May 12, 2020
[Daily Agenda] Tuesday, May 12, 2020
Objective
Students will develop an understanding of cyber security and privacy practices.
Essential Questions
- What are some of the dangers of connecting to public wi-fi?
- What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?
Mise En Place [~2-3 Minutes]
Every day you should:
- Login to DCPS OneView and Focus.
- Open Outlook and Teams.
- Clock-in on Focus.
- Check your e-mail for important information.
- Spend 5-10 minutes cleaning up your Inbox for your DCPS e-mail account.
Instruction Block [12PM-1PM]
Please review Tech Talk #00: Hacking for the meeting today.
CURRENT Work & Assignments
Begin working on Will It Blend #00: Primitive Animation It is due Tuesday, May 26, 2020 by 11:59PM.
Complete the Let's Play: MUDs Survey after you have played for at least 30 minutes.
LATE Work & Assignments
Complete the Network Connectivity Testing activity. It WAS due by Monday, April 20, 2020 at 11:59PM.
Complete the Internet Speed Test Project. It WAS due by 11:59PM on Monday, April 13, 2020.
Finish working on Draw Something #09: Final Free Style It WAS due by 11:59PM on Friday, April 17, 2020.
Complete the COVID-19 Modeling with Python programming activity. Make sure to accept the assignment on GitHub. See Teams for more information.
Continue working on the code.org Introduction to Computer Science Express Course. It should be finished by Friday, May 01, 2020 by 11:59PM.
Homework
Read for at least 20 minutes.
[Discussion] Tech Talk #00: Hacking
Please watch the following videos for the discussion today.
Kahoot! Challenge
After watching the video please complete the Kahoot! Challenge.
Monday, May 11, 2020
[Daily Agenda] Monday, May 11, 2020
Objective
Students will develop an understanding of the 3D modeling program Blender.
Essential Questions
- What are the key steps to creating an animation?
- What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?
Mise En Place [~2-3 Minutes]
Every day you should:
- Login to DCPS OneView and Focus.
- Open Outlook and Teams.
- Clock-in on Focus.
- Check your e-mail for important information.
- Spend 5-10 minutes cleaning up your Inbox for your DCPS e-mail account.
Instruction Block [12PM-1PM]
Students will have the opportunity to ask questions about installing Blender and starting the project.
CURRENT Work & Assignments
Begin working on Will It Blend #00: Primitive Animation It is due Tuesday, May 26, 2020 by 11:59PM.
Complete the Let's Play: MUDs Survey after you have played for at least 30 minutes.
LATE Work & Assignments
Complete the Network Connectivity Testing activity. It WAS due by Monday, April 20, 2020 at 11:59PM.
Complete the Internet Speed Test Project. It WAS due by 11:59PM on Monday, April 13, 2020.
Finish working on Draw Something #09: Final Free Style It WAS due by 11:59PM on Friday, April 17, 2020.
Complete the COVID-19 Modeling with Python programming activity. Make sure to accept the assignment on GitHub. See Teams for more information.
Continue working on the code.org Introduction to Computer Science Express Course. It should be finished by Friday, May 01, 2020 by 11:59PM.
Homework
Read for at least 20 minutes.
Friday, May 8, 2020
Thursday, May 7, 2020
Wednesday, May 6, 2020
Monday, May 4, 2020
[Daily Agenda] Monday, May 04, 2020 -- Star Wars Day
Objective
Students will develop an understanding of the 3D modeling program Blender.
Essential Questions
- What are the key steps to creating an animation?
- What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?
Mise En Place [~2-3 Minutes]
Every day you should:
- Login to DCPS OneView and Focus.
- Open Outlook and Teams.
- Clock-in on Focus.
- Check your e-mail for important information.
- Spend 5-10 minutes cleaning up your Inbox for your DCPS e-mail account.
Instruction Block [12PM-1PM]
Students will have the opportunity to ask questions about installing Blender and starting the project.
CURRENT Work & Assignments
Begin working on Will It Blend #00: Primitive Animation It is due Friday, May 22, 2020 by 11:59PM.
LATE Work & Assignments
Complete the Network Connectivity Testing activity. It WAS due by Monday, April 20, 2020 at 11:59PM.
Complete the Internet Speed Test Project. It WAS due by 11:59PM on Monday, April 13, 2020.
Finish working on Draw Something #09: Final Free Style It WAS due by 11:59PM on Friday, April 17, 2020.
Complete the COVID-19 Modeling with Python programming activity. Make sure to accept the assignment on GitHub. See Teams for more information.
Continue working on the code.org Introduction to Computer Science Express Course. It should be finished by Friday, May 01, 2020 by 11:59PM.
Homework
Read for at least 20 minutes.
Sunday, May 3, 2020
[3D Modeling] Will It Blend #00: Primitive Animation
Background
3D modeling is another important aspect of game design. Maps and characters are often built using 3D modeling software. Many popular animated movies are also created using 3D modeling software. There are many versions of 3D modeling software available. The software we will use in class is called Blender. It is available to download as open source software.
Blender provides many important functions including but not limited to:
- Modeling
- Rigging
- Animating
- Texturing
- Video Editing
Teacher Tutorials
Content Rubric
- Contains at least three PRIMITIVE objects. [5 Points Each, 15 Total]
- Each primitive has texture, material, or paint applied. [5 Points Each, 15 Total]
- Scene has at least one SKY modifier under the WORLD attribute. [5 Points]
- All three objects in the scene are animated. Key frames should be added every 10-15 frames for EACH object. [50 Points]
Process Rubric
- File name: lastname_firstname_will_it_blend00 [10 Points]
- File type is Blender (.blend) [5 Points]
- Animation is saved as MPEG or H.264 [10 Points]
- File is submitted prior to 05/22/2020 at 11:59PM [20 Points]
Blender 2.79b Download
Tutorials / Help
- Beginner's Guide to Blender
- Blender Basics. Most in-depth of these options.
- Quick Blender Tutorials
Friday, May 1, 2020
Thursday, April 30, 2020
[Let's Play] MUDs
Installing TinTin++
Installing PuTTY Portable -- TinTin++ Alternative
If you are unable to install TinTin++ this program will work as an alternative.
Part 1 -- The Basics
Part 2 -- Guild Masters
Part 3 -- Combat
Part 4 -- After Combat
Part 5 -- Grouping and Quitting
Survey
After you have played for at least 30 minutes please Complete the Let's Play Survey.
Extra Credit Challenge
If you can get your character to level 31 you will get 350 points of extra credit. You need to do so by 05/28/2020.
Wednesday, April 29, 2020
Tuesday, April 28, 2020
Monday, April 27, 2020
[Daily Agenda] Monday, April 27, 2020
Objective
Students will invest time and effort into completing their current projects.
Essential Questions
- What is the most important thing for you to do today?
- What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?
Mise En Place [~2-3 Minutes]
Every day you should:
- Login to DCPS OneView and Focus.
- Open Outlook and Teams.
- Clock-in on Focus.
- Check your e-mail for important information.
- Spend 5-10 minutes cleaning up your Inbox for your DCPS e-mail account.
Instruction Block [12PM-1PM]
Students will be able to ask questions about any current project or assignment.
CURRENT Work & Assignments
Complete the COVID-19 Modeling with Python programming activity. Make sure to accept the assignment on GitHub. See Teams for more information.
Continue working on the code.org Introduction to Computer Science Express Course. It should be finished by Friday, May 01, 2020 by 11:59PM.
LATE Work & Assignments
Complete the Network Connectivity Testing activity. It WAS due by Monday, April 20, 2020 at 11:59PM.
Complete the Internet Speed Test Project. It WAS due by 11:59PM on Monday, April 13, 2020.
Finish working on Draw Something #09: Final Free Style It WAS due by 11:59PM on Friday, April 17, 2020.
Homework
Read for at least 20 minutes.
Sunday, April 26, 2020
Saturday, April 25, 2020
Friday, April 24, 2020
Thursday, April 23, 2020
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
[Daily Agenda] Wednesday, April 22, 2020
Objective
Students will invest time and effort into completing their current projects.
Essential Questions
- What is the most important thing for you to do today?
- What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?
Mise En Place [~2-3 Minutes]
Every day you should:
- Login to DCPS OneView and Focus.
- Open Outlook and Teams.
- Clock-in on Focus.
- Check your e-mail for important information.
- Spend 5-10 minutes cleaning up your Inbox for your DCPS e-mail account.
Instruction Block [12PM-1PM]
Students will be able to ask questions about any current project or assignment.
CURRENT Work & Assignments
Complete the COVID-19 Modeling with Python programming activity. Make sure to accept the assignment on GitHub. See Teams for more information.
Continue working on the code.org Introduction to Computer Science Express Course. It should be finished by Friday, May 01, 2020 by 11:59PM.
LATE Work & Assignments
Complete the Network Connectivity Testing activity. It WAS due by Monday, April 20, 2020 at 11:59PM.
Complete the Internet Speed Test Project. It WAS due by 11:59PM on Monday, April 13, 2020.
Finish working on Draw Something #09: Final Free Style It WAS due by 11:59PM on Friday, April 17, 2020.
Homework
Read for at least 20 minutes.
Tuesday, April 21, 2020
Monday, April 20, 2020
[Daily Agenda] Monday, April 20, 2020
Objective
Students will understand the purpose of grading assignments.
Essential Questions
- Why is it important for teachers to assess student learning?
- What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?
Mise En Place [~2-3 Minutes]
Every day you should:
- Login to DCPS OneView and Focus.
- Open Outlook and Teams.
- Clock-in on Focus.
- Check your e-mail for important information.
- Spend 5-10 minutes cleaning up your Inbox for your DCPS e-mail account.
Instruction Block [12PM-1PM]
Students will discuss the Meme Monday assignment.
CURRENT Work & Assignments
Complete the Network Connectivity Testing activity. It is due by Monday, April 20, 2020 at 11:59PM.
Complete the COVID-19 Modeling with Python programming activity. Make sure to accept the assignment on GitHub. See Teams for more information.
Continue working on the code.org Introduction to Computer Science Express Course. It should be finished by Friday, April 24, 2020 by 11:59PM.
LATE Work & Assignments
Complete the Internet Speed Test Project. It WAS due by 11:59PM on Monday, April 13, 2020.
Begin working on Draw Something #09: Final Free Style It WAS due by 11:59PM on Friday, April 17, 2020.
Homework
Read for at least 20 minutes.
Friday, April 17, 2020
[Daily Agenda] Friday, April 17, 2020
Objective
Students will build an understanding of personal finance issues.
Essential Questions
- What steps are required to establish a bank account?
- What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?
Mise En Place [~2-3 Minutes]
Every day you should:
- Login to DCPS OneView and Focus.
- Open Outlook and Teams.
- Clock-in on Focus.
- Check your e-mail for important information.
- Spend 5-10 minutes cleaning up your Inbox for your DCPS e-mail account.
Instruction Block [12PM-1PM]
Students will discuss the basics of the Stock Market.
CURRENT Work & Assignments
Complete the Network Connectivity Testing activity. It is due by Friday, April 17, 2020 at 11:59PM.
Complete the COVID-19 Modeling with Python programming activity. Make sure to accept the assignment on GitHub. See Teams for more information.
Continue working on the code.org Introduction to Computer Science Express Course. It should be finished by Friday, April 24, 2020 by 11:59PM.
LATE Work & Assignments
Complete the Internet Speed Test Project. It is due by 11:59PM on Monday, April 13, 2020.
Begin working on Draw Something #09: Final Free Style.
Homework
Read for at least 20 minutes.
Thursday, April 16, 2020
[Daily Agenda] Thursday, April 16, 2020
Objective
Students will understand some of the benefits and drawbacks to online gaming during quarantine.
Essential Questions
- What factors can impact mental health during a quarantine situation?
- What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?
Mise En Place [~2-3 Minutes]
Every day you should:
- Login to DCPS OneView and Focus.
- Open Outlook and Teams.
- Clock-in on Focus.
- Check your e-mail for important information.
- Read the T.A.C.O. Thursday Article.
Instruction Block [12PM-1PM]
Students will discuss the T.A.C.O. Thursday Article.
CURRENT Work & Assignments
Complete the Network Connectivity Testing activity. It is due by Friday, April 17, 2020 at 11:59PM.
Complete the COVID-19 Modeling with Python programming activity. Make sure to accept the assignment on GitHub. See Teams for more information.
Continue working on the code.org Introduction to Computer Science Express Course. It should be finished by Friday, April 24, 2020 by 11:59PM.
LATE Work & Assignments
Complete the Internet Speed Test Project. It is due by 11:59PM on Monday, April 13, 2020.
Begin working on Draw Something #09: Final Free Style.
Homework
Read for at least 20 minutes.
Wednesday, April 15, 2020
[Daily Agenda] Wednesday, April 15, 2020
Objective
Students will use their time wisely today to complete assignments and projects for class.
Essential Questions
- What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?
Mise En Place [~2-3 Minutes]
Every day you should:
- Login to DCPS OneView and Focus.
- Open Outlook and Teams.
- Clock-in on Focus.
- Check your e-mail for important information.
Instruction Block [12PM-1PM]
Please use the time today to work on any projects or assignments for this class you have not finished.CURRENT Work & Assignments
Complete the Network Connectivity Testing activity. It is due by Friday, April 17, 2020 at 11:59PM.
Complete the COVID-19 Modeling with Python programming activity.
Continue working on the code.org Introduction to Computer Science Express Course. It should be finished by Friday, April 24, 2020 by 11:59PM.
LATE Work & Assignments
Complete the Internet Speed Test Project. It is due by 11:59PM on Monday, April 13, 2020.
Begin working on Draw Something #09: Final Free Style.
Homework
Read for at least 20 minutes.
Tuesday, April 14, 2020
Monday, April 13, 2020
[Coding] Modeling COVID-19 Infection Growth with Python
Time Stamps for COVID-19 Project
- Version 0.0 @ 0:05
- Version 0.1 @ 5:15
- Version 0.2 @ 7:35
- Version 0.25 @ 12:30
- Version 0.3 @ 18:00
- Version 0.4 @ 20:20
- Version 0.5 @ 26:35
- Version 0.6 @ 33:10
- Version 0.7 @ 39:20
- Version 0.7a @ 49:30
- Version 1.0 @ 53:00
Thursday, April 9, 2020
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
[Skills] Network Connectivity Testing with Windows PowerShell
Background Information
Almost all modern operating systems (OS) such as Windows, MacOS, and Linux include tools to test your network and Internet connections. Two of the most commonly used tools are ping and tracert (TraceRoute). For this assignment you will use both of the tools with Windows PowerShell. You will take a screenshot and submit that screenshot to Focus.
- ping is used to test latency: how quickly information moves from your computer to another AND back again. It is measured in milliseconds.
- tracert is used to test how many different servers your data travels through before reaching its destination. Generally, the fewer servers the data travels through the lower your latency.
For this activity you will use ping and tracert on two different server URL's (i.e. google.com, jacksonville.com, microsoft.com, etc.) You will take a screenshot of the PowerShell window showing the results from these two tools and submit that screenshot to Focus.
Content Rubric
- Screenshot shows the ping results for two different server URLs. [5 Points]
- Screenshot shows the tracert results for two different server URLs. [5 Points]
- Screenshot has your First Name and Last Initial draw/painted/edited into the bottom right corner. [5 Points]
Process Rubric
- File name is: lastname_firstname_internet_tests [5 Points]
- File format is .png or .jpg [5 Points]
- You can submit more than one screenshot if necessary but PLEASE create a .zip file (compressed folder) if you do.
- Project is submitted to Focus by Monday, April 20, 2020 at 11:59PM. [10 Points]
Tutorial Video
[Daily Agenda] "Do Your Work" Wednesday, April 08, 2020
Objective
Students will write a simple Python program that models the growth rate of COVID-19 infections in the United States.
Essential Questions
- How does an exponential growth rate affect the number of infected people?
- What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?
Mise En Place [~2-3 Minutes]
Every day you should:
- Login to DCPS OneView and Focus.
- Open Outlook and Teams.
- Clock-in on Focus.
- Check your e-mail for important information.
- Sign-up on code.org.
- Use your First Name and Last Initial as your username PLEASE. Change it if you have already created an account.
- Install Python and GitHub Desktop.
Instruction Block [12PM-1PM]
Please use the time today to work on any projects or assignments for this class you have not finished.Work & Assignments
Begin working on Draw Something #09: Final Free Style.
Begin working on the code.org Intro. to Computer Science Express Course. It should be finished by Monday, April 13, 2020 by 11:59PM.
Complete the Internet Speed Test Project. It is due by 11:59PM on Wednesday, April 08, 2020.
Homework
Read for at least 20 minutes.
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
[Cooking] Overnight Oats
Description
This recipe is easy to make and tasty. I like it because it saves a ton of time in the morning. 25-30 minutes of prep work will give you breakfast for the week.
Ingredients
These are the ingredients and measurements PER SERVING.
- 0.5 Cup, Traditional Rolled Oatmeal (Not Instant)
- 0.5 Cup, Milk
- 1 8oz. Mason Jars / Tupperware / Other Sealing Container
- 1/8 Teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1 Tablespoon Honey
- Splash of Vanilla Extract
Directions
- Measure the oats into the container.
- Add the cinnamon.
- Add the honey.
- Add the milk.
- Add the vanilla extract.
- Seal the lid tightly on the container.
- Shake vigorously to mix the ingredients.
- Place in the refrigerator and leave overnight. The oatmeal will be good for 3-4 days. I have found that day two or three has the best taste.
Modifications
- Adding milk will make the oatmeal creamier, reducing milk will make the oatmeal thicker.
- Reduce the amount of honey to cut down on sugar.
- When prepping you can also mix in flax seeds, chocolate chips, or peanut butter for example.
- When you actually eat it, you can mix in fresh fruit such as berries or apples. If you put fruit in overnight it tends to get mushy and gross.
[Daily Agenda] Tuesday, April 07, 2020
Objective
Students will write a simple Python program that models the growth rate of COVID-19 infections in the United States.
Essential Questions
- How does an exponential growth rate affect the number of infected people?
- What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?
Mise En Place [~2-3 Minutes]
Every day you should:
- Login to DCPS OneView and Focus.
- Open Outlook and Teams.
- Clock-in on Focus.
- Check your e-mail for important information.
- Sign-up on code.org.
- Use your First Name and Last Initial as your username PLEASE. Change it if you have already created an account.
- Install Python and GitHub Desktop.
Instruction [~5-10 Minutes]
Students will work on a Python program today that models exponential growth of COVID-19 infections in the United States.Work [~12-25 Minutes]
Begin working on Draw Something #09: Final Free Style.
Begin working on the code.org Intro. to Computer Science Express Course. It should be finished by Monday, April 13, 2020 by 11:59PM.
Complete the Internet Speed Test Project. It is due by 11:59PM on Wednesday, April 08, 2020.
Homework
Read for at least 20 minutes.
Monday, April 6, 2020
[Daily Agenda] Monday, April 06, 2020
Objective
Students will write a simple Python program that models the growth rate of COVID-19 infections in the United States.
Essential Questions
- How does an exponential growth rate affect the number of infected people?
- What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?
Mise En Place [~2-3 Minutes]
Every day you should:
- Login to DCPS OneView and Focus.
- Open Outlook and Teams.
- Clock-in on Focus.
- Check your e-mail for important information.
- Sign-up on code.org.
- Use your First Name and Last Initial as your username PLEASE. Change it if you have already created an account.
- Install Python and GitHub Desktop.
Instruction [~5-10 Minutes]
Students will work on a Python program today that models exponential growth of COVID-19 infections in the United States.Work [~12-25 Minutes]
Begin working on Draw Something #09: Final Free Style.
Begin working on the code.org Intro. to Computer Science Express Course. It should be finished by Monday, April 13, 2020 by 11:59PM.
Complete the Internet Speed Test Project. It is due by 11:59PM on Wednesday, April 08, 2020.
Homework
Read for at least 20 minutes.
Friday, April 3, 2020
[Daily Agenda] Friday, April 03, 2020
Objective
Students will develop an understanding of the relationship between a real virus and a computer virus.
Essential Questions
- What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?
Mise En Place [~2-3 Minutes]
Every day you should:
- Login to DCPS OneView and Focus.
- Open Outlook and Teams.
- Clock-in on Focus.
- Check your e-mail for important information.
- Listen to Planet Money Episode #977: Where's the Vaccine. The Instructional Hour on Wednesday, April 01 will be a class discussion on this podcast. PLEASE listen to it before then.
Instruction [~5-10 Minutes]
Today students will discuss the Internet Speed Test Project.
Work [~12-25 Minutes]
Begin working on Draw Something #09: Final Free Style.
Begin working on the code.org Intro. to Computer Science Express Course. It should be finished by Friday, April 10, 2020 by 11:59PM.
Complete the Internet Speed Test Project. It is due by 11:59PM on Friday, April 03, 2020.
Homework
Read for at least 20 minutes.
Thursday, April 2, 2020
[Daily Agenda] Thursday, April 02, 2020
Objective
Students will develop an understanding of the relationship between a real virus and a computer virus.
Essential Questions
- What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?
Mise En Place [~2-3 Minutes]
Every day you should:
- Login to DCPS OneView and Focus.
- Open Outlook and Teams.
- Clock-in on Focus.
- Check your e-mail for important information.
- Listen to Planet Money Episode #977: Where's the Vaccine. The Instructional Hour on Wednesday, April 01 will be a class discussion on this podcast. PLEASE listen to it before then.
Instruction [~5-10 Minutes]
Today students will discuss the Internet Speed Test Project.
Work [~12-25 Minutes]
Begin working on Draw Something #09: Final Free Style.
Begin working on the code.org Intro. to Computer Science Express Course. It should be finished by Friday, April 10, 2020 by 11:59PM.
Complete the Internet Speed Test Project. It is due by 11:59PM on Friday, April 03, 2020.
Homework
Read for at least 20 minutes.
Wednesday, April 1, 2020
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
[Daily Agenda] Tuesday, March 31, 2020
Clock-In PIN
11001010
Clock-In is open every day from 12:01AM until 2:50PM. If you do not clock in by 2:50PM you will be marked absent.
Objective
Students will develop an understanding of the relationship between a real virus and a computer virus.
Essential Questions
- What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?
Mise En Place [~2-3 Minutes]
Every day you should:
- Login to DCPS OneView and Focus.
- Open Outlook and Teams.
- Clock-in on Focus.
- Check your e-mail for important information.
- Listen to Planet Money Episode #977: Where's the Vaccine. The Instructional Hour on Wednesday, April 01 will be a class discussion on this podcast. PLEASE listen to it before then.
Instruction [~5-10 Minutes]
Today students will discuss the Internet Speed Test Project.
Work [~12-25 Minutes]
Begin working on Draw Something #09: Final Free Style.
Begin working on the code.org Intro. to Computer Science Express Course. It should be finished by Friday, April 10, 2020 by 11:59PM.
Complete the Internet Speed Test Project. It is due by 11:59PM on Friday, April 03, 2020.
Homework
Read for at least 20 minutes.
Monday, March 30, 2020
[Daily Agenda] Monday, March 30, 2020
Clock-In PIN
11001010
Clock-In is open every day from 12:01AM until 2:50PM. If you do not clock in by 2:50PM you will be marked absent.
Objective
Students will develop an understanding of the relationship between a real virus and a computer virus.
Essential Questions
- What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?
Mise En Place [~2-3 Minutes]
Every day you should:
- Login to DCPS OneView and Focus.
- Open Outlook and Teams.
- Clock-in on Focus.
- Check your e-mail for important information.
- Listen to Planet Money Episode #977: Where's the Vaccine. The Instructional Hour on Wednesday, April 01 will be a class discussion on this podcast. PLEASE listen to it before then.
Instruction [~5-10 Minutes]
Today students will review important information for completing code.org assignments.
Work [~12-25 Minutes]
Begin working on Draw Something #09: Final Free Style.
Begin working on the code.org Intro. to Computer Science Express Course. It should be finished by Friday, April 10, 2020 by 11:59PM.
Break Down [~5 Minutes]
Before you leave please do the following::
- BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
- RESTART the computer.
- TURN OFF the monitor.
- COLLECT your materials.
- WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
- PUSH in your chair when you leave.
- THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.
Homework
Finish any class work not completed during the period.
Read for at least 20 minutes.
Sunday, March 29, 2020
[Excel] Internet Speedtest Project
Background Info.
For this project, students will conduct some Internet speed tests to collect data. Students will enter this data into an Excel spreadsheet to organize the data. After all students have entered their data, students will learn how to add important formulas to analyze the data. Students will also learn to create charts and graphs using the data.
Please use the following website to conduct the speed test: Speedtest.net.
Please use this link to access the Internet Speedtest Data Spreadsheet.
You will need to perform four Internet speed tests using different servers. The servers used should be as follows:
- One in Jacksonville, FL.
- One in any U.S. state other than Florida.
- One not in the U.S. but in the Western hemisphere (i.e. Canada, Mexico, Central or South America)
- One in the Eastern hemisphere (Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa).
The data you will need to record is as follows:
- First Name, Last Initial
- Class Period. JUST the number, First Period put 1, Second Period put 2, etc.
- Date
- Time
- Your ISP
- Server ISP
- Server City
- Server State (If Applicable)
- Server Country
- Ping (ms)
- Download (Mbps)
- Upload (Mbps)
Due Date
You need to complete the four speed tests by Monday, April 13, 2020 at 11:59PM. When you complete your speed tests you need to e-mail me and let me know you finished them.
Completing all four speed tests correctly is worth 20 points.
Tutorial Video
[Digital Art] Draw Something #09: Final Free Style
Background Info.
For this Draw Something, students are free to create an image of anything you choose. Your goal should be to demonstrate the best of your abilities when using Paint.net, Krita, or Adobe Photoshop. You should use multiple tools, layers, effects, and plug-ins available to make the highest quality image you can.
This project should be a drawing or painting, not a digitally edited image like the Photoshop Battle projects.
Content Rubric
- Your FIRST NAME and LAST INITIAL only is placed in the bottom right corner of image. [15 Points]
- Image demonstrates significant investment of time and effort. (Subjective) [15 Points]
Process Rubric
- File name is lastname_firstname_drawsomething09 [5 Points]
- File format is Portable Network Graphics (.png) [5 Points]
- Submitted to Focus OR shared via OneDrive no later than 04/13/2020 at 11:59PM. [20 Points]
Estimated Time for Completion: 1-2 Hours
Friday, March 27, 2020
[Daily Agenda] Friday, March 27, 2020
Clock-In PIN
11010010
Clock-In is open every day from 12:01AM until 2:50PM. If you do not clock in by 2:50PM you will be marked absent.
Objective
Students will develop an understanding of the relationship between a real virus and a computer virus.
Essential Questions
- What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?
Mise En Place [~2-3 Minutes]
Every day you should:
- Login to DCPS OneView and Focus.
- Open Outlook and Teams.
- Clock-in on Focus.
- Check your e-mail for important information.
Instruction [~5-10 Minutes]
Students will install useful software programs used to complete projects the remainder of the school year today.
Work [~12-25 Minutes]
[Worksayswhat.]
Break Down [~5 Minutes]
Before you leave please do the following::
- BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
- RESTART the computer.
- TURN OFF the monitor.
- COLLECT your materials.
- WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
- PUSH in your chair when you leave.
- THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.
Homework
Finish any class work not completed during the period.
Read for at least 20 minutes.
Thursday, March 26, 2020
[Daily Agenda] Thursday, March 26, 2020
Clock-In PIN
11001010
Clock-In is open every day from 12:01AM until 2:50PM. If you do not clock in by 2:50PM you will be marked absent.
Objective
Students will develop an understanding of the relationship between a real virus and a computer virus.
Essential Questions
- What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?
Mise En Place [~2-3 Minutes]
Every day you should:
- Login to DCPS OneView and Focus.
- Open Outlook and Teams.
- Clock-in on Focus.
- Check your e-mail for important information.
Instruction [~5-10 Minutes]
Students will install useful software programs used to complete projects the remainder of the school year today.
Work [~12-25 Minutes]
[Worksayswhat.]
Break Down [~5 Minutes]
Before you leave please do the following::
- BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
- RESTART the computer.
- TURN OFF the monitor.
- COLLECT your materials.
- WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
- PUSH in your chair when you leave.
- THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.
Homework
Finish any class work not completed during the period.
Read for at least 20 minutes.
Wednesday, March 25, 2020
Tuesday, March 24, 2020
Monday, March 23, 2020
Sunday, March 22, 2020
Sending E-mail Progress Reports via Focus
This is a quick walk-through on sending progress reports via e-mail with Focus. You can click on the images to see the full size version.
In Focus click "Grades" then "Gradebook Reports".
On the following screen:
- Check the "Include Attendance Summary" and "Include Assignment Description" boxes.
- Un-check the "Include Inactive Students" box.
On the following screen you can choose "To Each Student" or "To Each Custodial Contact". You cannot choose both at once. Not all parents have an e-mail address in Focus. Sometimes Focus will show an error message as to which parents do not. Otherwise if you look at the cc'd copy of the e-mail and the To: field is left blank, that parent is missing an e-mail. Anyone at your school that has admin rights in Focus can update parent e-mail addresses.
In the left-hand side there is a small check-box to select all students at once. Otherwise you can e-mail individual students by checking the box next to their picture. Once you have selected all of the recipients click "Send E-mails". It may take a few minutes, especially with the extra network traffic right now.
Sunday, March 1, 2020
[Excel] Internet SpeedTest [Teacher Template]
Background Info.
For this project, students will conduct some Internet speed tests to collect data. Students will enter this data into an Excel spreadsheet to organize the data. After all students have entered their data, students will learn how to add important formulas to analyze the data. Students will also learn to create charts and graphs using the data.
Please use the following website to conduct the speed test: Speedtest.net.
You will need to perform four Internet speed tests using different servers. The servers used should be as follows:
- One in Jacksonville, FL.
- One in any U.S. state other than Florida.
- One not in the U.S. but in the Western hemisphere (i.e. Canada, Mexico, Central or South America)
- One in the Eastern hemisphere (Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa).
The data you will need to record is as follows:
- First Name, Last Initial
- Date
- Time
- Your ISP
- Server ISP
- Server City
- Server State (If Applicable)
- Server Country
- Ping (ms)
- Download (Mbps)
- Upload (Mbps)
Tutorial Video
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