For Comp 5.06 (memos), 5.07 (reports and supporting documents), and 5.08 (web forms, templates, purchase requisition, purchase order, invoice, job application, application letter, resume, follow-up letter), continue working on:
(1) PowerPoint review presentation (will present on Thursday)
(a) minimum of 10 slides
(b) include minimum of 4 pictures/graphics/clipart
(c) include 1-2 hyperlinks
(d) slide transitions
(e) sound/music
(f) animated text or graphics
(2) SMART notebook games (create 3 games)
**All should be completed by tomorrow (May 18). I will show you how to link your SMART games to your PowerPoint file. You will print 3 slides per page and then save into the P:/ drive folder.
QUIZ on Friday (Letters, Memos, Reports, Templates, Web Forms, Purchasing Documents, Employment Documents) — study your notes or check out the games and review activities that I’ve created on this site.
May 17, 2011 | | Digital Communication Systems
1st & 3rd Periods: Thursday, April 28
2nd & 4th Periods: Friday, April 29
VISIT REVIEW ACTIVITES in the REVIEW FOLDER ON RIGHT SIDE OF THIS WEB PAGE!
Apr 27, 2011 | | Uncategorized
Students should use this website to locate resources that have been or will be discussed in class. Many of the resources include assignments, student files, directions, and tutorials. Review Activities and games can be used to prepare for upcoming quizzes and tests. Students will often access quizzes and tests from a secured area of this site. If you have comments or suggestions regarding this site, please contact me by e-mail at voigtd@surry.k12.nc.us.
Mar 16, 2011 | | Welcome
Focus/Review:
2.01 Raster & Vector Graphics (students will review notes taken previously on differences)
Objective:
2.01 Investigate and discover graphic image design.
Vocabulary: graphics, color depth, compression, lossless, lossy, portability, transparency, raster graphics, GIF, JPEG, BMP, PNG, TIFF, vector graphics, AI, CDR, DXF, EPS, PLT, SVG, WMF, pixilated, clip art, photographs, art work, resolution, PPI, DPI, aspect ratio, cloning, cropping, filters, gradients, layering, patterns, textures, rotating
New Information:
Graphics & Copyright (page 96)
Compare JPG and GIF graphics (page 97)
Guided Practice:
GIMP introduction - see documents on class website under GIMP tutorials (practice #1 and #2)
Independent Practice (on your own):
(1) Compare GIF & JPG pg. 99
(2) 2.01 “Investigate Vector Software Programs”, page 104
What did you learn today?
Homework: (1) Identify the Image File Type on page 105; (2) Vector or Raster on page 107;
(3) Final Analysis on page 109.
DUE DATES: Articles for Newsletter are due tomorrow (3/8/11) - should be submitted as a MS Word document. SAVE to P:// drive in Newsletter article folder.
Mar 06, 2011 | | Multimedia & WD
Focus/Review:
Questions from 4.01/4.02/4.03 - show some of the “Circle Maps” that students created.
Objective:
4.02 Can you demonstrate how to use a handheld device?
Vocabulary: Graffiti, applications found on a handheld computer, parts of handheld (title & menu area, launcher, hard buttons, built-in keyboard, categories, writing area, scroll buttons, soft buttons
New Information:
Preview PowerPoint presentations on 4.02 from class website.
Guided Practice (teacher’s help):
(1) Distribute 4.01 “Input Devices Vocabulary” and point out vocabulary that will not be demonstrated in class.
(2) Distribute 4.02 “Identify the Parts” handout
Independent Practice:
(1) Students will work on “Questions to Think About” and “Identify the Applicaton” with an assigned partner. Answers can be found in the notes and on the class website.
(2) Students will be able to explore the PALMs with a partner and test the applications/features noted on the class website.
What did you learn today?
Go over questions from 4.02 - students can write down questions and answers in their notes. (SMART activity)
Mar 06, 2011 | | Digital Communication Systems
Focus/Review:
Microtype (Alphabetic & Numeric Lessons)
TURN IN QUIZ CORRECTIONS
Competency 1 TEST tomorrow (Friday)
Objective:
1.04 What are some alternative input devices and how are they used?
3.01 Can you define the purposes, components, and uses of speech recognition software?
Vocabulary: digital cameras, digital camcorder, tablet PC, graphics tablet and pen, handheld computers (Personal Digital Assistant, Pocket PC, Palm, built-in software for these devices) Scanner (Flatbed, Handheld, Magnetic, Business Card, Photo & Negative, Barcode), Biometric devices (retinal, signature, probe), Web Camera, SmartBoard (Interactive Whiteboard), Headset with microphone (USB with volume control and on/off switch), Web Cell Phones (SMARTphone), Web TV, USB Flash Drive or Pen Drive, Miniature Storage Devices (Smart Media, Secure Digital Media), xD Picture Card, Flash memory, Memory stick), Smart Cards, Global Positioning Device (GPS)
speech engines, sound card, multimedia chip, voice profile, accuracy rate, continuous speech, discrete speech, neural net, accents, inflection, training, productivity, carpal tunnel syndrome, USB headphone microphone, Dual Ear Headphone Microphone with volume and on/off controls, Dragon Naturally Speaking, Microsoft Office XP (2003) Speech Recognition, IBM Via Voice, L&H(Lernout & Hauspie) Voice Express, acoustic model, automatic speech recognizer, dictation mode, jargon, language bar, new line command, new paragraph command, phrase, profile, pronunciation, repetitive strain injury, say what you see, scratch that, speech balloon, speech dictionary, speech vocabulary, train, USB, voice command mode
New Information:
3.01 Notes (4th period only)
Guided Practice (teacher’s help):
No new assignments
Independent Practice:
(1) Continue with ”Higher Order Thinking Skills” questions for Friday’s test on Competency 1. Create 10-15 test questions from all notes, handouts, etc. given since the beginning of the semester. Question starters are provided in the link below. Students must compose questions according to the LEVEL assigned. Questions must be typed, the level indicated in parentheses and the answer keyed in red font below the question. Students should include their name on their printed document. GOOGLE Documents will also be introduced.
Click on the link below:
Question Creation Help
(2) If time permits, Voice Recognition Training (dictate 4-5 stories as time allows).
(3) If time permits, continue or finish 1.04 Alternative Input Devices PhotoStory Project (include 2-3 pictures for each AIP, background music and voice over)
(4) If time permits, see Mrs. Voigt for pink and orange VR handouts (dictating/editing text and documents).
What did you learn today?
Quiz corrections for quiz given Tuesday. TURN IN TODAY!
Feb 23, 2011 | | Digital Communication Systems
Focus/Review:
Microtype (Alphabetic & Numeric Lessons)
Objective:
1.04 What are some alternative input devices and how are they used?
3.01 Can you define the purposes, components, and uses of speech recognition software?
Vocabulary: digital cameras, digital camcorder, tablet PC, graphics tablet and pen, handheld computers (Personal Digital Assistant, Pocket PC, Palm, built-in software for these devices) Scanner (Flatbed, Handheld, Magnetic, Business Card, Photo & Negative, Barcode), Biometric devices (retinal, signature, probe), Web Camera, SmartBoard (Interactive Whiteboard), Headset with microphone (USB with volume control and on/off switch), Web Cell Phones (SMARTphone), Web TV, USB Flash Drive or Pen Drive, Miniature Storage Devices (Smart Media, Secure Digital Media), xD Picture Card, Flash memory, Memory stick), Smart Cards, Global Positioning Device (GPS)
speech engines, sound card, multimedia chip, voice profile, accuracy rate, continuous speech, discrete speech, neural net, accents, inflection, training, productivity, carpal tunnel syndrome, USB headphone microphone, Dual Ear Headphone Microphone with volume and on/off controls, Dragon Naturally Speaking, Microsoft Office XP (2003) Speech Recognition, IBM Via Voice, L&H(Lernout & Hauspie) Voice Express, acoustic model, automatic speech recognizer, dictation mode, jargon, language bar, new line command, new paragraph command, phrase, profile, pronunciation, repetitive strain injury, say what you see, scratch that, speech balloon, speech dictionary, speech vocabulary, train, USB, voice command mode
New Information:
Nothing new today
Guided Practice (teacher’s help):
(1) Students will receive continued assistance with voice recognition profile training
(2) Directions for “Higher Order Thinking Skills” questions for Friday’s test on Competency 1 will be discussed. Students will create 10-15 test questions from all notes, handouts, etc. given since the beginning of the semester. Question starters are provided in the link below. Students must compose questions according to the LEVEL assigned. Questions must be typed, the level indicated in parentheses and the answer keyed in red font below the question. Students should include their name on their printed document. GOOGLE Documents will also be introduced.
Click on the link below:
Question Creation Help
Independent Practice:
(1) Work on questions for test (see above).
(2) If time permits, Voice Recognition Training (dictate 4-5 stories as time allows)
(3) If time permits, continue or finish 1.04 Alternative Input Devices PhotoStory Project (include 2-3 pictures for each AIP, background music and voice over)
What did you learn today?
Quiz corrections for quiz given yesterday
Feb 23, 2011 | | Digital Communication Systems
Focus/Review:
1.03/1.04 QUIZ
Microtype (Alphabetic & Numeric Keyboarding)
Objective:
1.04 What are some alternative input devices and how are they used?
3.01 Can you define the purposes, components, and uses of speech recognition software?
Vocabulary: digital cameras, digital camcorder, tablet PC, graphics tablet and pen, handheld computers (Personal Digital Assistant, Pocket PC, Palm, built-in software for these devices) Scanner (Flatbed, Handheld, Magnetic, Business Card, Photo & Negative, Barcode), Biometric devices (retinal, signature, probe), Web Camera, SmartBoard (Interactive Whiteboard), Headset with microphone (USB with volume control and on/off switch), Web Cell Phones (SMARTphone), Web TV, USB Flash Drive or Pen Drive, Miniature Storage Devices (Smart Media, Secure Digital Media), xD Picture Card, Flash memory, Memory stick), Smart Cards, Global Positioning Device (GPS)
speech engines, sound card, multimedia chip, voice profile, accuracy rate, continuous speech, discrete speech, neural net, accents, inflection, training, productivity, carpal tunnel syndrome, USB headphone microphone, Dual Ear Headphone Microphone with volume and on/off controls, Dragon Naturally Speaking, Microsoft Office XP (2003) Speech Recognition, IBM Via Voice, L&H(Lernout & Hauspie) Voice Express, acoustic model, automatic speech recognizer, dictation mode, jargon, language bar, new line command, new paragraph command, phrase, profile, pronunciation, repetitive strain injury, say what you see, scratch that, speech balloon, speech dictionary, speech vocabulary, train, USB, voice command mode
New Information:
3.01 Notes (1st period today and 4th period on Thursday).
Guided Practice (teacher’s help): Students will be assisted with setup and training computer for voice recognition
Independent Practice:
(1) Voice Recognition Training (dictate 4-5 stories as time allows)
(2) Finish PhotoStory Project (save to P:/ drive)
What did you learn today?
Students will self-check their quiz and then begin corrections.
Feb 22, 2011 | | Digital Communication Systems
Focus/Review:
1.03/1.04 QUIZ tomorrow
Objective:
1.04 What are some alternative input devices and how are they used?
3.01 Can you define the purposes, components, and uses of speech recognition software?
Vocabulary: digital cameras, digital camcorder, tablet PC, graphics tablet and pen, handheld computers (Personal Digital Assistant, Pocket PC, Palm, built-in software for these devices) Scanner (Flatbed, Handheld, Magnetic, Business Card, Photo & Negative, Barcode), Biometric devices (retinal, signature, probe), Web Camera, SmartBoard (Interactive Whiteboard), Headset with microphone (USB with volume control and on/off switch), Web Cell Phones (SMARTphone), Web TV, USB Flash Drive or Pen Drive, Miniature Storage Devices (Smart Media, Secure Digital Media), xD Picture Card, Flash memory, Memory stick), Smart Cards, Global Positioning Device (GPS)
speech engines, sound card, multimedia chip, voice profile, accuracy rate, continuous speech, discrete speech, neural net, accents, inflection, training, productivity, carpal tunnel syndrome, USB headphone microphone, Dual Ear Headphone Microphone with volume and on/off controls, Dragon Naturally Speaking, Microsoft Office XP (2003) Speech Recognition, IBM Via Voice, L&H(Lernout & Hauspie) Voice Express, acoustic model, automatic speech recognizer, dictation mode, jargon, language bar, new line command, new paragraph command, phrase, profile, pronunciation, repetitive strain injury, say what you see, scratch that, speech balloon, speech dictionary, speech vocabulary, train, USB, voice command mode
New Information:
Nothing new today
Guided Practice (teacher’s help): Students will be assisted with setup and training computer for voice recognition
Independent Practice:
(1) Voice Recognition Training (dictate 4-5 stories as time allows)
(2) Continue with PhotoStory Project 1.04 (include 2-3 pictures for each AIP, background music and voice over)
What did you learn today?
N/A
Feb 22, 2011 | | Digital Communication Systems
Focus/Review:
Review 1.04 PowerPoint presentation on Alternative Input Devices — discuss the similarities and differences
Objective:
1.04 What are some alternative input devices and how are they used?
3.01 Can you define the purposes, components, and uses of speech recognition software?
Vocabulary: digital cameras, digital camcorder, tablet PC, graphics tablet and pen, handheld computers (Personal Digital Assistant, Pocket PC, Palm, built-in software for these devices) Scanner (Flatbed, Handheld, Magnetic, Business Card, Photo & Negative, Barcode), Biometric devices (retinal, signature, probe), Web Camera, SmartBoard (Interactive Whiteboard), Headset with microphone (USB with volume control and on/off switch), Web Cell Phones (SMARTphone), Web TV, USB Flash Drive or Pen Drive, Miniature Storage Devices (Smart Media, Secure Digital Media), xD Picture Card, Flash memory, Memory stick), Smart Cards, Global Positioning Device (GPS)
speech engines, sound card, multimedia chip, voice profile, accuracy rate, continuous speech, discrete speech, neural net, accents, inflection, training, productivity, carpal tunnel syndrome, USB headphone microphone, Dual Ear Headphone Microphone with volume and on/off controls, Dragon Naturally Speaking, Microsoft Office XP (2003) Speech Recognition, IBM Via Voice, L&H(Lernout & Hauspie) Voice Express, acoustic model, automatic speech recognizer, dictation mode, jargon, language bar, new line command, new paragraph command, phrase, profile, pronunciation, repetitive strain injury, say what you see, scratch that, speech balloon, speech dictionary, speech vocabulary, train, USB, voice command mode
New Information:
Nothing new today
Guided Practice (teacher’s help): Students will be assisted with setup and training computer for voice recognition
Independent Practice:
(1) Voice Recognition Training (dictate 4-5 stories as time allows)
(2) Continue with PhotoStory Project 1.04 (include 2-3 pictures for each AIP, background music and voice over)
Feb 22, 2011 | | Digital Communication Systems