Computers Course

I have been teaching this dynamic Computers Course for over 18 years. Topics include Google Drive or Microsoft, design software, website development, creating videos, computer crime, e-waste, staying safe online, artificial intelligence and many more! The resources are regularly updated with new videos, images, student exemplars and instructions.

Note: This course explores a variety of Educational Technology Websites. The Website Names are not listed in this description due to trademark guidelines.

TOPICS

1. Course Outline & 10 Amazing Tech

2. Google Classroom

3. Google Drive

4. Microsoft

5. Future Tech Bundle

6. Google Online Safety Roadshow

7. Introduction to Computers

8. Design Software

9. Dynamic Presentation Tools

10. Google AutoDraw

11. Computer Crime

12. E-Waste

13. Google Sites

14. Tech Jobs

15. Google Image Search

16. Google My Maps

17. Computer Repair Investigation

18. Artificial Intelligence

19. Create Videos

20. Mind Maps

21. Growing Up Online

22. Website Builder

23. Google Activity

24. E-Commerce

25. Social Networks

26. Cloud Based Storage

27. Internet History

28. Animated Presentations

29. Summative Activity

30. Exam

31. Extras

BONUS: The resources in this Computers Course are in PDF format. After you have purchased, you can email me and request the editable versions of the resources.

UPDATES: Many resources in this bundle were recently redesigned with new screenshots and instructions to match the current versions of the websites that students utilize to make websites, presentations, videos etc. Whenever this bundle is updated, buyers will get free access to the updated version by simply downloading the product files again under their "my purchases" tab.

TOPIC DESCRIPTIONS FOR COMPUTERS COURSE

1. COURSE INTRODUCTION

• Course Outline

• About Me Poster

• Future Tech Videos

2. GOOGLE CLASSROOM

Google Classroom is your mission control for class. Create classes, distribute assignments, send feedback, and see everything in one place. Instant. Paperless. Easy. (google.com/edu/products)

For Teachers…

1. Create a class with just a few clicks

2. Add your students by sending them a class code or adding them directly

3. Create an assignment. You’ll be able to see who’s completed the assignment and who’s still working on it.

4. Archive and delete a class at the end of the semester or school year.

For Students…

1. Everything is in one place. Join the class in one click and then have all of the materials at your fingertips.

2. Start a conversation. Communicate privately with your teacher or ask questions to the whole class.

3. Submit assignments. Attach anything to your assignments (Google Docs, links or photos)

(google.com/edu/products)

• This is a step-by-step guide for teachers and students who are new to using Google Classroom.

• Screen shots and instruction bubbles are used to show how to get started and easily navigate within Classroom.

• The following topics are covered in this teacher and student guide…

1. Create a Class

2. Post to Classroom Stream

3. Stream Options (Create Question, Assignment or Announcement)

4. Share a Class Code

5. Invite Students (Select Students by Directory, Contacts or Groups)

6. Class Overview

7. Add Class Materials (Files, Drive Documents, YouTube Videos, Links)

8. Google Drive Classroom Folders (Moving Files to Classroom Folders)

9. Calendar

10. Student Settings

11. Google Classroom from the Student's Perspective (Printed Handout or Electronic Copy for Students)

GOOGLE CALENDAR

This guide utilizes screenshots and instruction bubbles to show teachers and students how to use Google Calendar. Use Google Calendar in conjunction with other Google Apps including Google Drive and Google Classroom.

3. GOOGLE DRIVE (Documents, Sheets, Slides, Drawings, Forms)

Google Drive

• Create and share your work online and access your documents from anywhere.

• Manage documents, spreadsheets, presentations, surveys, and more all in one location.

• These Google programs are FREE.

• These lessons contains screen shots, activities, marking schemes, tips and instructions for using Documents, Slides, Sheets, Drawings and Forms within Google Drive.

* Documents is similar to Microsoft Word

* Slides is similar to Microsoft PowerPoint

* Sheets is similar to Microsoft Excel

* Drawings is similar to Microsoft Publisher

* Forms is a useful tool to help you plan events, send a survey or give students a quiz

UPDATE: Lessons for the new Google Add-ons and Updates have been added.

Google DOCS

• Create and share your work online and access your documents from anywhere

• The lesson and activities contain screenshots, tips, activities and instructions for setting up a free account and creating/editing Documents using Google drive.

Google SLIDES

• This lesson and activity contains screen shots, tips and instructions for using Presentations within Google Drive. It also includes 7 activities students can do using Google Slides along with Marking Schemes.

Google SHEETS

• This lesson and activity contains screenshots, tips, activities and instructions for using Spreadsheets within Google Drive.

Google FORMS

• Google Forms is a useful tool to help you plan events, send a survey or give students a quiz

This lesson and activity contains screenshots, instructions, an activity and marking scheme to enable teachers and students to use Google Forms. It also includes 2 activities.

Google DRAWINGS

• Easily create, share, and edit drawings online

• Edit drawings online in real time with anyone you choose

• Insert text, shapes, arrows, scribbles, and images from your computer

• Insert drawings into other Google documents, spreadsheets, or presentations

This lesson and activities includes screenshots and instructions to enable teachers and students to use Google Drawings.

Files, Folders, Sharing and Collaborating

• When you create a Doc, Sheet, Slide, Drawing or Form, it is saved to your My Drive

• You can move these documents into Folders to help organize your files

• Folders help organize files so that they can quickly be retrieved at a later date

• Sharing work and Collaborating on group projects are two helpful features of Google Drive

TOPICS

Documents

• Copying

• Rename

• Grid View, Sort Options, Hide Details, Settings, Preview

Folders

• Creating Folders

• Moving Files to a Folder

• Location of Folders

• Changing Colors of Folders

• Viewing Files in a Folder

Sharing and Collaborating

• Viewing Files “Shared with Me”

• Adding Collaborators

• I have taught computers for over 14 years and I notice that many students do not know how to save documents to folders (even in Microsoft Office)

• Also, how you move/access files and folders in Google Drive is different than Microsoft Office

• Use this lesson to teach students about files, folders and sharing within Google Drive

4. MICROSOFT 365 (DESKTOP AND ONLINE VERSIONS)

Note: email me after purchase if you need previous versions of Microsoft Office

A. MICROSOFT WORD

• Bulleted and Numbered Lists

• Bold, italics, Underline

• Align and Center Text

• Inserting (Tables, Pictures, Shapes, SmartArt, Charts, Header, Page Numbers, WordArt, Textboxes, Video)

• Page Layout (Page Size, Margins, Orientation, Page Color)

• References (Table of Contents, Bibliography, Endnotes and Footnotes, Citation)

• Mailings (Labels)

• Review (Spelling and Grammar, Thesaurus)

• View (Zoom, Print and Web Layout)

WORD Activities (Instructions, Marking Scheme, Student Exemplars)

• Formatting a Document

• Setting Up a Page

• WordArt

• Creating Images using Shapes

• Using Picture Tools to Add and Move Images

• Creating a Resume

B. MICROSOFT PUBLISHER

• Font (Bold, Underline, italics, Color, Size, Style)

• Shapes (Insert, Re-order, Fill, Outline, Transparency)

• Pictures (Insert Online Pictures, Format Picture Style, Crop, Recolor, Brightness and Contrast)

• Text Box (Insert, Format)

• Borders and Accents

• Calendar and Page Parts

• Table (Rows, Columns, Color Scheme, Line Width and Color)

• Page Design (Background Color, Built-in Color Schemes, Margins, Page Orientation, Page Size)

• Mailings (Mail Merge)

• Review (Check Spelling, Thesaurus)

• View (Zoom into and out of Document)

PUBLISHER Activities

• Brochure

• Events Poster

• Business Cards

• Cereal Box

C. MICROSOFT EXCEL

• Excel Features and Entering Information

• Rows vs. Columns

• Creating Spreadsheets

• Types of Spreadsheets

EXCEL Activities

• Creating and Formatting Spreadsheets

• Calculating and Analyzing Data

D. MICROSOFT POWERPOINT

• Format Text (font color/style, underline, italics, bold, bulleted lists, align text)

• Changing Slide Layouts

• Creating New Slides

• Inserting Shapes, Text Boxes, Tables, WordArt, Pictures

• Arranging Shapes

• Constructing SmartArt and Charts

• Design (Slide Layout)

• Slide Backgrounds

• Transitions and Custom Animation

• Slide Show (Setting up the show)

• Review and Viewing the Presentation

POWERPOINT Activities (Fun Themes)

• Tech Gadget

• Snack Treat

• Tech Sharing

5. FUTURE TECH

Show these dynamic videos and have students respond to the questions contained in this resource! These videos are suitable for most grade levels and are designed to spark curiosity and discussion. Kids love seeing videos about new gadgets and technology related stuff.

TOPICS FOR FUTURE TECH #1

1. Smart Contact Lenses

2. Electronic Ink Temporary Tattoos

3. Digital Sneakers

4. Robotic Orb

5. Future of Flirting

6. Hyperloop Tube

7. Scuba Dive Tankless

8. Doodling Robot

9. Water Animation

10. Facial Recognition Toilet Paper Dispenser

11. 3D Printed Home

12. No Snooze Alarm Clock

Many more topics in Future Tech #2 and Future Tech #3!

6. GOOGLE SAFETY ONLINE ROADSHOW

Google recently launched their Online Safety Roadshow on YouTube to help protect kids on the web.

This series contains 5 excellent videos with tips for staying safe online…

Tip 1: Think Before You Share

Tip 2: Protect Your Stuff

Tip 3: Know and Use Your Settings

Tip 4: Avoid Scams

Tip 5: Be Positive

This digital citizenship activity includes video links and questions so that students can be safer online . Each of these videos are short and engaging (between 1 and 2 minutes in length).

7. INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS

• Functions of Computers (IPSO)

• Operating Systems

• RAM vs. ROM

• Ergonomics

8. DESIGN & DESKTOP PUBLISHING TOOL

Design Posters, Presentations, Cards and Social Media layouts! This is one of my top 3 EdTech tools - my students and I use it all the time!

Why use this amazing website?

1. Easy to use

2. Stunning layouts

3. Unique font options

4. Huge gallery of captivating images and icon options

5. Free to use (some images/icons can be purchased)

Use it in your classroom anytime your students need to design something.

• This lesson includes easy to follow step-by-step instructions, screenshots and student exemplars to show students how to use this website.

• It also includes 3 activities for students to complete using their software including social media designs

9. DYNAMIC ONLINE PRESENTATION TOOL

• This presentation tool helps students organize and share their ideas

• It offers Free cloud-based presentation software

• Present ideas on a virtual canvas using this storytelling tool

• Instead of slides and bullet points (PowerPoint), this tool offers a zoomable canvas, which makes it fun to explore ideas

This lesson contains instructions, tips, screen shots, student exemplars, 2 activities and a marking scheme.

10. GOOGLE AUTODRAW

Google recently launched this new drawing tool that pairs machine learning with drawings from artists to help students create images quickly. It is really simple to use and fun for all ages.

"Machine learning is a type of artificial intelligence (AI) that provides computers with the ability to learn without being explicitly programmed. Machine learning focuses on the development of computer programs that can change when exposed to new data." (http://whatis.techtarget.com/definition/machine-learning)

"Fast Drawing For Everyone"

This step-by-step guide (lesson and activities) shows teachers and students how to use the AutoDraw drawing tools. It includes easy to follow screenshots and text bubbles as well as 2 activities.

11. COMPUTER CRIME

UPDATE: This resource has recently been redesigned to investigate current Computer Crime and Hacking topics and trends and includes new videos and online articles!

BONUS: HACKERS VIDEO #2 QUESTIONS

• It contains cutting edge, up-to-date information about computer viruses, hacking and encryption

• You can view this video online for free right now through several links, through Netflix or by purchasing it at Amazon.com

• The video has 4 segments. Questions and summary information are included for each segment

TOPICS

1. Social Engineering Attacks

2. Stuxnet Virus

3. Encryption

4. Keeping Our Data Safe

12. E-WASTE

Electronic waste or e-waste is broadly defined as anything that is being thrown away by consumers that contains a circuit board. The 1st law of the Digital Age is “Newer is Better”. Old TV’s, phones and computers become obsolete electronic garbage called e-waste. Digital Dumping is the practice of exporting outdated equipment to developing countries like China and India. Peasant farmers, working for just $8/day, with burned hands are breaking down America’s Computers.

This presentation includes a link to a video investigation that explores Digital Dumping.

Students will…

• Explore the common toxic components in digital devices and their effects on the body

• Examine more environmentally friendly ways of dealing with electronic waste

• Create an e-waste digital poster (Student Exemplars included)

13. GOOGLE SITES

• Google Sites is a free and easy way to create and share websites

• No technical programming skills are required

• Collaborate with others to create and refine sites, just like other Google Docs

• It’s surprisingly easy to make a high-quality website

14. TECH JOBS

This lesson describes the following Tech Jobs...

1. Programmer

2. Systems Analyst

3. Web Developer

4. Network Administrator

5. Computer Technician

6. Graphic Designer

7. Database Administrator

8. Mobile Applications Developer

9. SEO Specialist

It also includes...

• Tips on applying for jobs

• The importance of networking

• Job search activities

• Careers test

• Online articles (reading and questions)

15. GOOGLE IMAGE SEARCH

Students will learn how to filter results by…

1. Size (Large, Medium or an Exact Size)

2. Color (Full Color, Black and White, Transparent)

3. Type (Face, Photo, Clip Art, Line Drawing, Animated)

4. Time (Anytime, Past 24 hours, Past Week, Custom Range)

5. Usage Rights (Labeled for Reuse and Noncommercial Use)

This lesson includes screen shots and instructions to enable students to effectively find images using Google’s Search Tools for images

16. GOOGLE MY MAPS

With My Maps, you can:

• Create a map

• Draw lines, shapes, or placemarks on the map

• Import data including addresses and place names

• Organize your map with layers to hide or show different kinds of content

• Style your content with different colors, placemark icons, and line widths

This lesson includes screen shots and instruction bubbles to show teachers and students how to use Google My Maps.

17. COMPUTER REPAIR INVESTIGATION

• The purpose of this investigation is to see if computer repair companies really know what they are doing and if they are charging the correct prices

• Many people are desperate to get their technology fixed and do not know much about their devices

• Marketplace TV rigged an apartment in Toronto, Canada with hidden cameras

• They created a small problem to a computer and called in 10 repair techies

• Only 30% of the techs were able to diagnose the problem

• In all of their testing, one techie performed poorly in every way – service, diagnosis, price and privacy

• They went to London Ontario to interview one of the founders of the company about this employee

• They interviewed 3 guys that used to work for computer repair companies

Marketplace TV found out…

• Tech Training is inconsistent (Here is a manual you are learning on your feet)

• Employees are encouraged to overcharge

• Techies sometimes copy private information

• Many computer owners don’t know much about their computers which makes it easy to scam people

This activity has a link to the 25 minute video, summary slides and questions.

18. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

Everyone is talking about Artificial Intelligence right now with the recent launch of ChatGPT.

This lesson and activity explores the following questions:

1. What is Artificial Intelligence (AI) ?

2. What is ChatGPT?

3. What is an Application Programming Interface (API)?

4. How do people use AI to market products and services?

After the lesson, students will perform an activity involving online research to answer a series of questions about this topic.

19. VIDEO EDITOR

• This tool is the leading online video creation platform for video editing, collaboration, and sharing across any device.

• Drag and drop your videos, trim and choose from pre-made themes to set a unique style.

• Online video editor that makes it easy to capture, create, view and share your movies

• Add video, images, text and transitions with ease

20. MIND MAP ONLINE TOOL

• Use this website tool to capture and organize your ideas

• Used as a mind-map, it helps students think and learn visually

• Students can capture facts, thoughts, and images and learn to create relationships between them

This lesson includes screen shots, step-by-step instructions and a video to show teachers and students how to get started with using this website It also includes an activity along with several student exemplars.

21. GROWIING UP ONLINE

Digital media and the World Wide Web have transformed modern culture

* Is technology moving faster than we can adapt to it?

* Is our 24/7 wired world causing us to lose as much as we've gained?

* How has technology changed the way we learn?

* How has technology changed the way we conduct war?

* How is the internet transforming childhood?

This lesson contains links to view 2 (60 minute +) videos along with a series of response questions for students to consider and answer during various segments of the videos.

22. WEBSITE BUILDER #2

• Web creation made simple

• No coding

• FREE, Drag-and-drop website development platform

This lesson includes screen shots, instructions, topic ideas, student exemplar and a rubric to enable students to create websites

23. GOOGLE ACTIVITY

• Why is creativity very important to a company like Google?

• Who started Google and how did they do it?

• What is it like to be a Google Intern?

• How did Google win Advertiser of the Year?

• What are AdWords and Analytics?

This lesson contains links to articles, infographics and videos. It has been in development for 6 years and has been used, tested and updated with many classes

24. E-COMMERCE

e-commerce or electronic commerce is using the internet to exchange information and conduct business.

Topics and Activities...

1. Advantages of e-commerce

2. Comparison shopping

3. Reasons why customers are reluctant to shop on-line

4. Security Risks

5. Encryption

6. Electronic Data Interchange

7. Spamming

8. PayPal

9. e-tailers

10. Click and Mortar companies

11. Bricks and Clicks

12. E-commerce examples

13. Activity #1 Buying Stuff On-line

14. Activity #2 Find an e-commerce site

15. Activity #3 Comparison Shopping

16. Activity #4 Preparing to set-up and e-commerce business

25. SOCIAL NETWORKS INVESTIGATION

• This resource contains information and videos about popular social networks

• Show the short video clips through the links on the slides

• Discuss the information students learned from the video or have students write/type the summary information on the slides

• Questions are included for students to analyze each company

EXTRAS: INFOGRAPHICS CREATOR

• An infographic is an image such as a chart or diagram used to represent information or data

• Most infographics are fun to read and provide valuable information

• It has an easy to use editor with drag and drop features that allows people to create infographics

26. CLOUD BASED STORAGE

This resource explains Cloud Based Storage and explains how to use Dropbox, Google Drive and OneDrive to store data in the cloud

· Common places to store your data include your computer, phone, USB or external hard drive

· Cloud based storage lets you save photos, docs and videos and automatically backs up your stuff so if your computer breaks down or you lose your phone, your data is safe

· Cloud based storage is not saving your data in the air or space

· It is saving your files on someone else’s large servers rather than on (or in addition to) your device that has limited storage

· Options for Cloud Storage include Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive and Apple’s iCloud

27. INTERNET HISTORY

Students will investigate the development of the Internet and the World Wide Web. This presentation includes summary slides of important historical dates as well as links to videos and online articles. Discussion questions and activities are included for student engagement and understanding.

TOPICS...

1. Internet and World Wide Web Definitions

2. ARPANET

3. TCP/IP and Tim Berners-Lee

4. World Wide Web Timeline

5. First Webpage (article)

6. Internet Archive (article and video)

7. History of the Internet (video)

8. What is the Internet…Really? (video)

9. Where Good Ideas Come From (video)

28. ANIMATED PRESENTATIONS

• Animate your presentations!

• Create professional-looking animated explainer videos and animated presentations

• Simple to use interface

• Wide variety of animation tools right at your fingertips

• Dynamic characters, eye-popping images, and active text sequences

• Capture audience attention and imagination

This lesson includes screen shots, instructions and tips for creating animated presentations using Powtoon.com. It also includes a video activity for students to create using this website.

29. SUMMATIVE ACTIVITY

This is an end of year/semester activity to evaluate your students ability to use information technology software (Microsoft Office or Google Drive).

Students will showcase their word processing, spreadsheet, desktop publishing, presentation software and website design skills.

Students will perform electronic research and examine current issues related to the impact of information and communication technology.

Specifically, students will complete the following requirements…

1. Research a technology device

2. Website comparison

3. Competitor Analysis

4. Security Software Comparison

5. Create a Presentation

6. Create a Flyer

* Marking Schemes are provided for each section

* Student Exemplars are included to help students understand how their completed projects should appear

* Curriculum Expectations covered for each section of this project are listed at the bottom of each of the PowerPoint slides

30. EXAM

This Computers Exam consists of 3 parts for Google Drive or Microsoft Office

1. Formatting Assignment

2. Spreadsheet and Graphs

3. Poster

This exam is designed to last 1.5 hours and I have been using it for 3 years

This exam includes student exemplars and a marking sheet

31. EXTRA RESOURCES

More EdTech resources, Apple vs. Microsoft Investigation, Tech News

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