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tutorialStand-Alone Instructional Resource - StAIRDawn R. HarrisCEP 811

Purpose-The purpose of this project is to help the learner understand similarities and differences between word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software programs and then to be able to apply this knowledge when choosing which type of software to use in a given situation. This is required curriculum and our 8th grade students in Michigan are tested on this concept in their end-of-eighth-grade Technology Assessment.Audience - I teach 6th and 8th grade career and computer literacy classes. I have approximately 150 students per marking period; 80% are 8th graders, 20% are 6th graders. I have general education students, academically talented students, and special education students. The special education students have one or more of the following impairments: learning disabled, emotionally impaired, cognitively impaired, or physical or otherwise heath impaired.Multiple Strategies-1) The instructional strategy of guiding students to identify similarities and differences (Marzano) is used to enhance students understanding of and ability to use the appropriate digital tool. Representing similarities and differences in graphic form is also used.2) The deductive approach is used in the following way: General concept is presented Specific examples are listed Students practice respondingThis approach is incorporated in both the instructional portion of the StAIR and the response to quiz questions sections.3) The inductive approach is used in the following way:Specific examples are presented General concepts are listed Students practice respondingThis approach is incorporated in the response to quiz questions sections of the StAIR.4) Multimedia supports multiple intelligences. Visual- Students read text, a poster, and tables of information. They also watch a video.Auditory- Sound is incorporated as a way to reinforce correct responses and to alert the learner when incorrect answers are given. For fun, an AC/DC Excel music video is included.Kinesthetic- Interactions are built into the StAIR requiring students to respond to questions and to move the program along via action buttons.5) Since students will be using this material in a self-directed manner, Learning Styles and Strategies (Felder and Silverman) also apply in the following interactive features including:Intuitive(learners often prefer discovering possibilities and relationships)Hyperlinking: Links to other slides, other material and third party content such as external websites.Sensing(learners tend to like learning facts)Hyperlinks are used to detailed information on other slides and external websites.Sequential(Learners tend to gain understanding in linear steps)The presentation is well structured and easy to navigate.Visual, Verbal, and Active Learning Styles and Strategies apply similarly to those listed above for visual, auditory, and kinesthetic in MI theory.6) The instructional strategy of Reinforcing effort and providing recognition (Marzano) is also used in the feedback the learner gets from responding to questions.

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A word processor, or word processing program, does exactly what the name implies, it processes words. It also processes paragraphs, pages, and entire papers. Some examples of word processing programs include Word, Writer, Pages, and Google Docs.

Word Processors4Word Processors are often part of a Productivity SuiteTo learn more, watch this short video about Google Docs

Name of Word ProcessorProductivity SuiteWordMicrosoft OfficeDocumentsGoogle DocsWriterOpen OfficePagesiWorkWord ProcessorMicrosoft Works5

Word Processor: Common Uses

ReportsLetters Resumes EssaysBrochures

6Popular FeaturesCommonly used features that make word processors effective tools include:Spell and grammar checkFont choices like style, size, and colorBulleted and numbered listsColumns, tables, and alignmentAdding pictures, shapes, WordArt, or clip art

7So to summarize.Word processors are a productivity tool.Word processors are used for creating documents like reports, letters, and resumes.Popular features on word processors assist the user in formatting text, graphics, and layout.

8Productivity Tools QuizQuestion 1Word, Documents, and Pages are all examples of______________________.

A) productivity suitesB) presentation softwareC) spreadsheet programsD) word processing programs

9Productivity Tools QuizQuestion 2Renee Smith has to write a persuasive essay for her language arts class. What would be the best tool for her to use for this assignment?A) presentation softwareB) productivity toolsC) a spreadsheetD) a word processor12SpreadsheetsA spreadsheet is a table used to store various types of data. The data is arranged in rows and columns to make it easier to store, organize, and analyze the information.Spreadsheets have a number of built in features and tools, such as functions, formulas, charts, and data analysis tools that make it easier to work with large amounts of data.

17To review the basic parts of a spreadsheet, study the poster from this link:

Name of Spreadsheet ApplicationProductivity SuiteExcelMicrosoft OfficeLotus 1-2-3Lotus SmartSuiteCalcOpen OfficeNumbersiWorkSpreadsheetsGoogle DocsSpreadsheetMicrosoft WorksHow did they do that?

Spreadsheets are often part of a Productivity SuiteCheck this out!18 Popular FeaturesFavorite features that make spreadsheet software an effective productivity tool include:ChartsFormulasFunctionsSortGraphs

21So to recapSpreadsheets are a productivity tool.Spreadsheets are used for creating tables of data and are good for storing, interpreting, and modifying many different types of information.Popular features on spreadsheets assist the user in making calculations, generating forms and reports, and creating graphs and charts.

22Productivity Tools QuizQuestion 3Nancy Lo has to develop a budget to see when she will be able to afford the iPad she has been saving for. What would be the best tool for her to use for this project?A) presentation softwareB) productivity suitesC) a spreadsheetD) a word processor23Presentation SoftwareThis software is used to create presentations of slides containing text and graphics (and also incorporating sound and visual effects). These presentations can be projected from a computer display projection unit, or the slides can be printed out onto transparencies.

31Name of Presentation SoftwareProductivity SuitePowerPointMicrosoft OfficeShowZohoKeynoteiWorkPresentationsGoogle DocsImpressOpen OfficePresentationsCorelPresentation software is often part of a Productivity Suite

32Presentation Software: Common UsesStudentReportsBusiness Presentations Photo Albums

Teacher Presentations Sales Presentations33Popular FeaturesFavorite features that make presentation software an effective tool include:Font options like style, size, and colorDesign theme templatesTransitions & AnimationsGraphics ToolsAudio & Video

34So to reviewPresentation software is a productivity tool.Presentation software is used for creating slide shows to illuminate presentation topics to an audience.Popular features in presentation software like page layout, design template, images, sound, and text features make it easy for even a novice to make a good looking presentation in a short amount of time.

35Productivity Tools QuizQuestion 5Charles Washington has to do a demonstration speech for his exploratory class. What would be the best tool for him to use for this assignment?A) presentation softwareB) productivity suitesC) a spreadsheetD) a word processor36Productivity Tools QuizQuestion 6Impress, Keynote, and PowerPoint are all names of ______________________.A) presentation softwareB) productivity suitesC) spreadsheet programsD) word processing programs

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Congratulations! You have completed theTutorialGood Job!50Resources21 Things for Students http://www.21things4students.net/Tech Terms.com The Tech Terms Computer Dictionary http://www.techterms.com/definition/wordprocessorWikipedia Office Suite http://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Office_suiteWebTools4U2Use http://webtools4u2use.wikispaces.com/Word+Processing+&+Productivity+Tools#Learn More!About.com Spreadsheets http://spreadsheets.about.com/od/s/g/spreadsheet_def.htmGoogle Docs http://www.google.com/google-d-s/documents/eHow Spreadsheets for Beginners http://www.ehow.com/about_4707412_spreadsheets-for-beginners.htmlAbout .com How to Choose Presentation Software http://www.5min.com/Video/How-to-Choose-Presentation-Software-145249082NCWiseOwl.org http://www.ncwiseowl.org/kscope/techknowpark/MiniPosters/Poster13.htmlExcelACDC.org http://excel.acdc.com/

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