Preparing For One On One Computing In The Classroom

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Preparing for One-on-One

Computing in the Classroom

We’ve got the Computers . . . Now What?

Mary Phillips, 2009

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ObjectivesMyths about the one-on-one classroomClassroom Management in a computing

classroomStorage and Physical Space RequirementsOvercoming and Preparing for Murphy’s Law

(Technology Malfunctions)Utilizing free resources

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About the PresenterTeaching 4 yearsCertified “Geek” . . . And proud of it!Battle Creek Public Schools Advanced and

Accelerated ProgramSocial Studies and English grades 6-8DEN Star Educator

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“Technological progress has

merely provided us with more

efficient means for going

backwards.” 

~Aldous Huxley

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I can’t teach my students

anything they don’t already

know.

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PowerPointThe aesthetics of a professional PowerPoint

Record audio and automate slide transitions

Create an interactive presentation with hot buttons

Write notes to coincide with multimedia presentation

PowerPoint

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Internet SearchThe difference between a reliable and unreliable website

Search engine versus directory

Boolean Search Theory

Alternative databases (e.g. Michigan E-Library)

Google

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I can’t monitor my students

without the use of monitoring

software.

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Wh

at

are

you

r stu

den

ts

doin

g?

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“Technology presumes

there’s just one right way to do things

and there never is.”  

~Robert M. Persig

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The best way to complete this

assignment is on the computer.

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When the computer works . . .

Writing Process

Independent research

Sharing learning with

others

Step-by-step assignments

Self-paced learning

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When computers don’t work . . .

Group products

Note taking during lectures

Movie notes

Writing poetry

Analyzing difficult texts or primary

documents

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“Technology itself is not

transformative. It’s the school, the pedagogy,

that is transformativ

e.” 

~Tanya Byron

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Arrange the conditions in the classroom for the results you want.

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Timeline for Success

Set up seating chart

Discuss expectations

Student/Parent Contract signed

Review expectations

Review expectations

Review expectations

Class Meeting and Addendum

to Contract

Review expectations

Review expectations

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Seating Arrangement: Everybody Has a Front Row Seat

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Seating Arrangements: Safety and Accessibility

Access to powerSafety of students and teacherView of student screensView of LCD projectorNeighbors provide support

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Success for all Students: Student/Parent Contract

Students may not download filesStudents using computers in class are

expected to stay on-taskStudents must use their own login

information and must not share passwords or login information with others.

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Success for all Students, cont.

Students may not send threatening or derogatory messages to others.

Students should store laptop and bag in their designated places during the school day.

Students should treat the computers with respect.

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Preamble ties classroom contract to district contract; Families sign

both

Guidelines (rules) spelled out here

Progressive consequences apply to any infraction

Contract language puts responsibility in the hands of

the student first

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Computer usage ceases to be a privilege the instance we

refuse to offer an alternative means of completing an

assignment.

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Physical Space Requirements

PowerCord ProtectorsStorage of laptops and bagsAlternative seating (space for

groups/students to spread out)

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Storage of Computers and Bags

Out of sight, out of mindConsider weight of cumulative

equipment (many laptops)Label, label, label!Consider time for transitions

Playing cards label bins. Students find similar face card.

I use Spades for the labels.

Laminated playing cards are attached to bags and labeled

with student names.

Computer cart that does not charge is still a good place to store laptops

when not in use.

Older students store laptops on roomy shelves. Each student has a numbered

station.

Zip Ties are awesome! They secure the power strip to the

shelf.

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Juggling Technical Malfunctions

Problem-solving routineClose program and reopenRestart computerAsk a friend

Work Order Log Date Asset Tag Description of Problem Teacher’s

Signature

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And you thought it was your fault when

the computer crashed!

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Working with Technicians

Describe the problem as specifically as possible When does it happen?What error pops up or what happens?What have you tried to do to remedy it?

Computer skills not necessary

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“The most overlooked

advantage of owning a

computer is that if they

foul up there’s no law

against whacking

them around a bit.” ~Eric

Porterfield

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FREE STUFF!

iCue Michigan e-Library Arcademic Skillbuilders Voicethread MovieMaker PhotoStory Youth Leadership

Institute Secret Builders Alice

Wikispaces Ubuntu and Opensource NanoWrimo Scriptfrenzy Scripped.com Exploratorium Library of Congress Google Earth Vyew Trekearth

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Online Resources

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Interactive Websites

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Web 2.0 Applications

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Software

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For Fun!

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