NEW CLASSES FOR 2000-2001 (DRAFT 5/11/2000)

Create!

Create a multiple choice test in Word Learn how to format text, use numbering and lettering, indent, create proper spacing on the page, add page numbers, and spaces for name and date. [Class 510 exempt] Create a certificate in Word Use page borders, vertical centering, text formatting, font tricks, tables, and WordArt to create a certificate. Create a reading comprehension test in Word Practice techniques for copying and pasting, indenting, numbering and bulleting, creating line numbers, page numbers, text formatting, page layout, and inserting images. Create a simple (text-based) slide show in PowerPoint Learn how to create text boxes, format text, change backgrounds, advance text and slides automatically, etc. [Class530 exempt] Create an intermediate (image-based) slide show in PowerPoint Use images from clip-art, Internet, digital camera, and/or scanner to make a highly visual presentation in PowerPoint. Create charts in Excel Use small sets of data to create bar, pie, and other basic charts in Excel Create a HyperStudio presentation Intro to Hyperstudio: text, images, paint tool, etc. Create a simple webpage How to make a webpage with text and links to other pages. [Class 800 exempt] Create an intermediate webpage A webpage with graphics, interesting backgrounds, font manipulation, lists. [Class 800 exempt] Create an advanced webpage Use tables, basic frames, basic javascript, and other tricks to create dynamic webpages. Create Internet scavenger hunts Create a scavenger hunt worksheet based on a specific topic using no more than three websites to find answers to questions. [Class 715/730 exempt]

Become an Expert!

Digital camera expert Using the Sony Mavica digital camera to take pictures; how to focus, manage files, set quality, change image settings, open files in PhotoEditor, save files with new filenames, etc. Scanner and Microsoft Photo Editor expert Use the scanner to scan images, then manipulate those images in PhotoEditor; learn how to crop, adjust colors, change size, and save, with explanations of different image file formats (such as.gif,.jpg, and.tif). Internet search engine expert Learn how to use several different search engines more effectively than ever before, and practice using the right tool for the job. File management expert How your network file folder works, how to clean it out, how to find out useful information about your files; also includes explanations of filename extensions and how they denote what program can use a particular file. InFocus Projector expert Using the InFocus LP425z projector in your classroom or lab; how to set it up, connect it to your computer, TV, or VCR, etc. AverKey PC-TV connection expert What you need to know to never have a problem with your AverKey PC-TV unit again.

Master your Software!

Master Mathville The Mathville series covers basic math skills for all grades. Master Graphers and Cruncher These programs can be used for graphing and spreadsheets. Master Math Companion 1 & 2/Vocabulary Companion/Vocabulary-Social Studies Companion These programs can be used to create a variety of worksheets. Master JumpStart Typing A popular typing program for grades 2-6. Master GroupWise Make the most of the in-district e-mail program; learn the tricks for managing your address book, sending messages to multiple recipients, checking to see whether a message has been read, etc. Master Netscape Tricks and tips for using Netscape more effectively, including bookmark management, opening multiple windows, using the What's Related button, changing certain preferences, etc. Master Science Court How to use the various Science Court titles in your classroom. Master SIRS Gradebook Using the SIRS Gradebook program; how to set up your students, assignments, grades, get useful information out of the program, etc. Master Spelling Toolkit How to use this program to create spelling exercises for your students. Master Money Challenge and Money Town Two programs that teach money skills.