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Computer Graphic Design

Plans for Success 2020-21

Objective:

  • I can read and understand the class Plan for Success, and share it with my parents/guardians and prove that my parents and I understand and agree to its contents by returning it with my and their signatures so that we can all understand our rights and responsibilities as learners.

Links:

Computer Graphic Design 1-2 Plan for Success 2020-21Download

Topics Discussed:

  • Computer Graphic Design 1-2 Plan for Success

Assignment:

  1. Hey, you’re back! It’s good to see you again. Today, we’re going to take care of some official business called the Plan for Success.
  2. When you get to the college or university level, every class you’re going to take has something called a syllabus. It’s basically a legal document that defines what you can expect from the professor, and what they expect from you. It’s a pretty important thing! The Plan for Success is essentially the same thing for this class.
  3. Why is it so important? Well, since it’s a legally binding document, if a professor violates the terms of the published syllabus in a way that a student feels negatively affects them, that student can take the professor to court. Side note: please don’t take me to court. If you see a problem with the Plan for Success, just let me know and I’ll fix it.
  4. I’m going to point out the important parts of the Plan for Success for you today, but it’s your responsibility to read it in full and make sure you understand it, because everything we do from here on out is going to be governed by this document. If you have any questions about the document, make sure you take time to ask me so I can explain anything you don’t understand.
  5. Once you’ve read it and fully understand it, sign it at the bottom to signify your understanding and agreement to follow the plan.
  6. Put it someplace safe, and take it home with you. Show it to your folks tonight, and tell them what we talked about today. Make sure they understand what you’re getting into, and have them sign it to confirm that they understand the details. Send the signed copy back to me by the end of next week (August 14th, 2020).

Assigned: August 6th, 2020
Due Date: August 14th, 2020

Computer Graphic Design, Intro to CGD, Welcome

The Growth Mindset and Looking for the Helpers

Objectives:

  • I can use Teams for online learning by participating in class and group activities which will be measured by completed journal entries and assignments so that I can effectively learn in a virtual environment.

Links:

Today’s Class Presentation (Google Slides)

Topics Discussed:

  • Journal Entries
  • Growth Mindset
  • Netiquette
  • Finding the Helpers
  • Student Information Form

Assignment:

  1. Hey, you’re back! It’s good to see you again. Today, we’re going to change things up a bit with a class presentation in Google Slides. All today’s instructions and activities are linked in this presentation slideshow. You can open it and follow along, or just follow along with me as I guide you through it.
    • You can even open it up later if you want to look through it again, or if you missed today’s class and need to catch up.
  2. Today, we’re going to learn about what a Growth Mindset is, why it’s important for everyone to have one, and how to start developing your own Growth Mindset.
  3. We’re also going to learn about Netiquette – the fine art of communicating politely when using online media. (Very important in both the online classroom, and when conducting professional communications online! It even helps to make a good impression even if you’re communicating with people online who you don’t know personally!)
  4. Remember on day one when I talked about Mister Rogers, and what he said about “Finding the Helpers”? Well, I found that video, and today we’re going to talk about what it means to “Find the Helpers”, and discuss ways that you might even be the Helper that someone else needs to find.

Posted: August 5th, 2020