T175 Networked Living: Exploring Information and Communication Technologies First Meeting.
Exploring Technologies TIJ101
Transcript of Exploring Technologies TIJ101
Exploring TechnologiesTIJ101
DISCOVER YOUR FUTURE
What makes Exploring Tech Unique @ ODSS?
Introduction to something new
Exploratory course (think buffet?)
Students rotate through shops!
Hands-on practical experience
Not a “Boys course” anymore with average 8 females in ever class (grade 9 award)
4 related, but different shops and subject areas are explored each semester
Benefits of Shop Rotations
4 fun skilled trade learning experiences
4 different teachers
different teaching styles
4 weeks in each shops
✓ Students are able to make informed choices for their grade 10 course selections
Students experience:
Area of Focus
TIJ101 includes:
Woodworking
Welding
Design
Foods
“BIG” IdeaDevelop hands-on skills, techniques, and procedures by completing fun challenging projects & assignments
Learning Outcomes
Learn to be Creative and Innovative
Using tools and machinery effectively, understanding the importance of working Safely
Project Based Learning which builds persistence and problem solving skills
Woodworking
Swivel Box
Bridge Build/Contest
CO2 Car build & race
BBQ Scraper
Projects/Activities:
Welding
Candle Holder
Action Stick Person
Word
Welded name
Projects/Activities:
Design & Drafting
Design a Dream Bedroom
Design and press tee shirt
Design Magazine Cover
Design & Print 3D Character
Projects/Activities:
Foods
Projects/Activities:Learning culinary skillsBaking- cookies, breads etcSafe food handlingSpecialized tools and equipment
Evaluation
A grade will be given to the student at the end of each rotation
The grades from each rotation will be averaged at the end of the semester for a final mark
Unit testing will be completed at the end of each rotation
What if I can’t fit grade 9 Tech into my Course Selection?
Any student can take any tech course in grade 10
Construction, Auto, Cosmo, Machine Shop, Welding, Foods & Design (see tech map in the 300 at the 400)
There is no rotating tech after grade 9
Starting in grade 10 students specialize in a particular tech course (1 shop, 1 teacher all semester)