Word+Processing

=Module 1 Day 1=
 * __13th. September 2007__**

We will begin the course with any remaining essential administration. Introduction to the Computer Suite - accessing resources. Atomic Learning. Where do I save my work? How do I take it away? - CD ? Flash Drive? Email as an attachment? How do I join a discussion page?
 * __Word Processing in 2 hrs. ( Remember this is not ECDL!)__**
 * __Session 1.00__**

Why process words using computers? Are there times when the technology get in the way? What are the advantages of word-processing? What do you actually need to be able to do with a word-processor as an adult. When should children start word-processing? Have look at the website for teaching touch typing. [|www.typeonline.co.uk] and [|www.typing-lessons.org]
 * __Session 1.01__**

Do we copy type or create?

MS WORD is the common word processor on most computers. There are alternatives but the icons tend to be similar across most applications. What can you do with Word? You will find an abundance of support in the Help menu and on Atomic learning. There is no need for mountains of paper.
 * __Session 1.02__**

Task - create a social story. To do this we need to look at the website [|www.polyxo.com] Social stories are concrete word and (at times) picture-based stories written to aid comprehension. This is an opportunity to create a useful first resource and practice your word-processing skills.
 * __Session 1.03 ( Collaborative Activity)__**

//At night I need to brush my teeth so they are clean. I put the toothbrush in my mouth. First I brush in the back on the bottom. Next I brush in the back on the top. Then I brush in the front on the bottom. Last I brush in the front on the top. When I am done brushing my teeth I can spit out the toothpaste. I can rinse off my tooth brush after I spit. When I am ALL DONE I can have something special.//
 * Example**

How would you improve this instruction sheet using the tools of the word processor? Ideally it should fit an A4 sheet. Save and print for your portfolio.


 * __Lunch Break__**

Introduction to Google Docs Use [|**Google docs**] to write piece of poetry on Autumn Leaves with colleagues. Convert the finished poem to a Word document, finish off, save and print for your portfolio.
 * __Session 1.04 Developing Collaborative Word Processing__**

In this session we will discuss today's learning experience. Pace, Pitch, Challenge The independent study tasks will be outlined - see below. Begin your learning log. Express your views on the current discussion topic.
 * __Session 1: 05 : Plenary__**

Basic Level__** //Here are some optional exercises ( basic skills) for those who need to practice further.(You might want to work with children on the task.)//
 * __Independent Studies :__** **__Extending your skills

You can find lots of extra practice and ideas for working with children at [|**Teaching Ideas**]

__**More advanced skills**__ [|**Atomic Learning**] has some excellent lesson accelerators. Try one of the activities. Three are recommened below.(You might want to work with children on the task.) Log on and then search the Lesson Accelerators [|Extra! Extra ! ( Word 2003 PC or Word 2004 Mac) Key 29927] [|Escape from the Rainforest ( Word 2003 PC or Word 2004 Mac) Key 27242] [|News Flash ( Word 2003 PC or Word 2004 Mac) Key 23691]


 * __Task on__ __Technology in your school__**

Read the document 'Supporting learning and teaching with ICT'

Think about these questions. Type brief notes on **one** of these topics. Save and print to your portfolio.
 * What school equipment do you think falls into the category Technology?
 * What are your experiences of using technology in school?
 * Identify three advantages and disadvantages of using technology in school.
 * Why use computers in schools? Are they a help or a hindrance?
 * When should children learn to type?