Monday, December 8, 2014

CODE.ORG - DAY 3 (Happy Computer Science Education Week!)

ACADEMIC/LEARNING OBJECTIVE

Students will learn basic computer programming using Code.Org online.  Students will understand the basic vocabulary used in programming.  Students will also be able to explain why it is important for everyone to learn to code and how it can provide equity in our society.


STUDENTS WILL ENTER THE CLASS QUIETLY AND BEGIN WORKING!

READ ALL DIRECTIONS BELOW BEFORE STARTING WORK!


Today is the start of Computer Science Education Week!  We are part of 180 nations and thousands of schools worldwide who are concentrating on Computer Science this week!


WATCH PRESIDENT OBAMA'S MESSAGE TOGETHER FIRST! 

(CLICK HERE)  

STEP 1:  GOOGLE+ COMMENT WITH SUBSTANCE

You May Watch Individually Or As A Class At The Teacher's Discretion.


Students will start by watching the video: "Can We Auto-Correct Humanity?

(Click the Title To Watch)
  Open your Google+ page!  You need to go to the Crossroads 2014-2015 Community Page and look for a posting that says "HUMANITY".  Post a 3-4 Sentence COMMENT about the video.  Your post should explain how you think the speaker in the video is right or wrong, and why.  Support your thoughts with at least 2 facts (not your opinion).  You may have to search the internet for support for your opinion.  If the substitute teacher wants to lead a discussion about this topic, let them!


STEP 2:  Complete Your Code.Org "Hour Of Code" Program


If You Cannot Log In To CODE.ORG Go To Code.Org, Click Learn And 

Work On One Of The Levels Without Signing In!


Students will sign into their CODE.ORG account with their classroom GMAIL Address and the password they created on Wednesday.  Students will continue to work on the programming levels in order on their individual lesson page.  They can use headphones for watching the training videos only!  NO MUSIC OR OTHER VIDEOS ALLOWED! 

Most of you should be done with your HOUR OF CODE and have joined our INTRO COURSE. There will be some repeated material, but the INTRO COURSE has a number of additional lessons that you might be interested in.


CODE.ORG INTRO COURSE LINK (CLICK HERE)

STEP 3:  Peer Programming Day!

Today you must use Peer Programming to complete any levels.  Find a partner, watch the PEER PROGRAMMING Video (Click Here), then work together to work on the Code.Org Levels.  You will work on levels for the partner with the fewest levels complete first.  Then you can work on levels for the other partner.  You may only use one laptop per partner team at a time.  You may not have any other laptops open while you work.  No music or other videos playing except for the ones that are on the Code.Org Website!


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Integrity (13 Characteristics)

13 Characteristics of People Who Have Integrity

1. They Value Other People's Time: They value their own time so they also value the time of other people. They know you have plenty of other places you need to be and won’t hold you up. If you spend time with them, it is likely they will thank you for that as well.

2. They Give Credit Where It Is Due: They do not take credit for things they did not do. They will always credit those who deserve it. If you help this person with a project he or she will likely mention your name so you can take credit for your work.

3. They Are Authentic: They are their truest forms. You won’t catch them in a lie or being fake.

4. They Are Always Honest: They are honest people that feel no need to lie as it is important for them to get to where they need to get in life honestly.

5. They Never Take Advantage Of Others: They are not the kind of people who will take advantage of someone else. They love to build people up and help them get where they need to be. Taking too much from someone else will never be an issue with someone who has a lot of integrity.

6. The Do Not Argue Over Disagreements: They will talk through things in a civil manner or not talk at all. You cannot and will not force this person into arguing over something completely ridiculous. I find this to be a very respectable trait.

7. They Give Most People The Benefit Of The Doubt: They try to see the good in everyone. I think this is because they feel like maybe there are more people in this world that also have integrity. That being said, if you take advantage of them too much they will get rid of you.

8. They Know When Something Is Bothering Someone: They have a great intuition that lets them know when something is going on. If someone is down in the dumps they will notice. Chances are they will actually do what they can to cheer you up.

9. They Believe In Others: They accept your word as truth until it is dis-proven. That being said, they do not take lying well. And once you lie to them, it is unlikely that they will ever take your word again.

10. They Apologize First: If they have done something wrong they will come to you and apologize. This is just how they are. They own up to their mistake and try to make things right.

11. They Are Humble: They do not quite know their own worth. While they are very important and do so much good they don’t quite see it. You should remind them of it.

12. They Do Good When They Can: They are always helping other people. They love to know that they have improved someone’s life. It gives their lives meaning.

13. They Are Always Kind To Those Who Need It: Giving kindness can go a long way. When someone looks like they need a little pick me up these people deliver. They can brighten up almost anyone’s day.

If you are someone who has true integrity, thank you for being who you are and thank you for all that you do. You really do actually make a difference in society, please keep up the good work. If you feel no one else is proud of you, know that I am.

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