Monday, December 17, 2007
12/17/07 - Exam Day & New Project
Today I don't have to do the final, which is a detailed mla essay about what you have learned in this class. Juliet and I will be probably be presenting our project towards the end of the testing time, but Mister Bjerke said we might have to wait to present. I hope it goes well...
Working on this project relates to TEKS 6(b), identifying, selecting, and sequencing the proper computer resources to complete a project; 9(b), developing a plan for completing a project; 11(b), describing how technology has affected individuals, societies, cultures, economies, and environments; 13(b), applying critical-thinking strategies to the analysis and evaluation of proposed technological solutions; and 15(a), preparing technical reports and presentations. I am soooo tired.
Well, we are going to do our presentation at another time. Maybe after the break? I do not know...
Friday, December 14, 2007
12/14 - New Project
Today I worked on Chapter 7; I got to page 222, step 9. I learned about altering text. (This included formatting, changing fonts and font colors, etc.) I also learned about creating and saving different character and paragraph styles, applying effects to text, and about typing on a path. The work I did today relates to TEKS 2(d), identifying and describing roles of computer technology, (because we are applying the things we learn to creating posters, logos...) and 3(c), using graphic software to create and modify images. I am so happy that we only had to finish up to Chapter 5!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yay! Peace and Love!
Thursday, December 13, 2007
12/13 - New Project
Today I worked on Chapter 6 again. I am still not quite finished with it. There are a few more pages, but I got the part that involves creating things you actually save is finished. I'm staying after school today to work, but I can only stay until five. Hopefully I will be able to get Chapter 6 done with, and at least start Chapter 7. Today I learned about using Live Color to color objects. (I liked doing this section because it is so colorful! Not to mention, professional-looking...) I learned, also, about creating color groups to use for a specific artwork. I think I'm starting to get the hang of Illustrator. My work today relates to TEKS 3(c), using graphic software to create and modify images, and 4(b), conducting research and experimentation in computer technology. Plus, the essay/presentation I am doing for my semester exam relates to TEK 6(b), identifying, selecting, and sequencing the proper computer resources to complete a project.
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
12/12 - New Project
Before...
Finished Pear!!!
Finished Color Practice!
Today I finished Chapter 5 and the first section of Chapter 6. I got to Creating Color Groups, step 5, withing Chapter 6. I learned about adding color to pictures. This involved learning about color groups, global colors, and pantones. My work today relates to TEKS 6(a), describing properties and characteristics of computer-related hardware and software, and 11(b) relates to the essay and presentation I'm doing on green building; describing how has affected individuals, societies, cultures, economies, and environments.
Finished Pear!!!
Finished Color Practice!
Today I finished Chapter 5 and the first section of Chapter 6. I got to Creating Color Groups, step 5, withing Chapter 6. I learned about adding color to pictures. This involved learning about color groups, global colors, and pantones. My work today relates to TEKS 6(a), describing properties and characteristics of computer-related hardware and software, and 11(b) relates to the essay and presentation I'm doing on green building; describing how has affected individuals, societies, cultures, economies, and environments.
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
12/11- new section
After
Today I continued working on Chapter 5; a particularly long and involved section. I came in early this morning to work on it, but by the time class started I realized I had made a major mistake and had to start the section over. I am currently on page 144. My goal was to reach Lesson 11, but I might have to drop that to Lesson 9... I am currently creating the pear. Today I learned about altering shapes using the direct selection tool (as well as others), and more about creating curved lines. (It makes a lot more sense to me today than it did yesterday.) To create an upward curve, you create an anchor point using the pen tool by clicking a desired position on your artboard. You then drag up on the handle that appears. Next, you click on the location you want for the next anchor point and drag the handle down. This relates to TEKS 7(b), following safety manuals, instructions, and requirements, and 9(b), developing a plan for completing a project, since I am currently having to plan for my semester presentation/essay and illustrator project.
Monday, December 10, 2007
12/10 - new project
finished
Today I finished Chapter 4 and got through page 131 of Chapter 5. There are lots of individual projects involved in Chapter 5, so I have lots of pictures today. The major things I learned about involved creating lines and curves. This relates to TEKS 3(c), using graphic software to create and modify images, and 18(h), completing work according to established criteria. I find creating curves a bit hard; hopefully I'll get the hang of it tomorrow.
Today I finished Chapter 4 and got through page 131 of Chapter 5. There are lots of individual projects involved in Chapter 5, so I have lots of pictures today. The major things I learned about involved creating lines and curves. This relates to TEKS 3(c), using graphic software to create and modify images, and 18(h), completing work according to established criteria. I find creating curves a bit hard; hopefully I'll get the hang of it tomorrow.
Friday, December 7, 2007
12/7
Today I worked on chapter four again. I still did not get to finish though!!! Frustration mania. I think I'll have to go in early every day next week. I REALLY hope I can finish. Ahhhhhhhhhh! I learned from today's lessons about about how to change the viewpoint of text, how to alter the appearance of objects by rotating, etc., and about creating a logo. These things relate to TEKS 2(d), identifying and describing roles of computer technology, and 3(c), using graphic software to create and modify images. This weekend I will be working on my semester exam project; writting the MLA paper on green building.
Thursday, December 6, 2007
12/6 New Project
Today I took the Pop Quiz, which was not bad at all. Then I had to work on the Chapter 4 project again. I did not finish, sadly, but I will try to come in early tomorrow to get some more finished. I learned from this lesson how to change the size of objects and about a few different ways to rotate them. This relates to TEKS 3(c), using graphic software to create and modify images, and 7(b), following safety manuals, instructions, and requirements.
Wednesday, December 5, 2007
12/5
Before
After
Using Live Trace to create shapes:
Today I finished chapter 3; Creating Shapes. I learned about tracing options and about creating polygons, spirals, and stars. My work today relates to TEKS 18(h), completing work according to established criteria; 9(b), developing a plan for completing a project; and 3(c), using graphic software to create and modify images. Tomorrow I will try to complete chapter four. I will probably have to come in early.
Tuesday, December 4, 2007
12/4 - New Project - Ch.3
After
Today I worked on the Chapter 3 project for Adobe Illustrator. I learned about using the Polygon tool, using smart guides and what they can be helpful for, using graphs and rulers, etc. This relates to TEKS 3(c), using graphic software to create and modify images, 7(b), following safety manuals, instructions, and requirements. Tomorrow I will continue with the Pencil.ai project. I really need to go faster so I can get everything done! Ahh!
Monday, December 3, 2007
12/3 - new project
Finished
Today I finished the Selecting/Aligning beginning project (the one with the planes). Since I you didn't really make any changes on to those pictures, I did not post a picture for it. However, I shall list some of the things I learned from the project; how to select, group, and ungroup objects, as well as what these actions can be used to do. After finishing that, I worked on the flower picture. That assignment was basically the application of the skills learned in the airplane/apple/fish/hat steps. And after that, I did the french fries project. I learned from that how to hide an object, how to select certain similar objects at once, how to change line thickness, about aligning objects to different reference points, etc. My work today relates to TEKS 3(c), using graphic software to modify an image, and 6(a), describing the properties and characteristics of computer-related hardware and software.
I am also currently working on my semester presentation/essay/handout. This relates to TEKS 18(b), using teamwork to solve problems (since I'm working with a partner), and 6(b), identifying, selecting, and sequencing proper computer resources to complete a project. (This TEK also applies to what we learned about reliable sources the other day.)
Friday, November 30, 2007
11/30 - finish project - new project
After
Today we took the Three Weeks Exam; Charlie, Maude, Yolanda, and Kermit. I got a 95%. I also will be working on the last bit of the Flowers Illustrator project. I finished the 'Exploring on your own' section, which was basically a review of what I learned yesterday. Now, I'm starting the Pre-French Fries/Selecting and Aligning Project. Since I just started in the last few minutes of class, I haven't made any changes yet, I've only gotten to the selecting and deselecting practice. What I did today relates to TEKS 3(c), using graphic software to create and modify images, and 6(a), describing properties and characteristics of computer-related hardware and software.
Thursday, November 29, 2007
11/29
Today I will be working on the flowers project again. Yesterday I learned about the control panel(located at top) , tools panel(on the left), and the panels at the right. I learned how to access different tools through these panels and how to change their locations. I also learned about zooming in and out on your image and how to view it in different ways (ex: outline). Today I start with the section titled "Using the Zoom tool". I have completed the steps in the sections titled Scrolling through a document, Using the Navigator panel, Displaying the Help Contents, Using keywords, links, and the index, and Locating a topic using the index. (Tomorrow, I need to finish 'Exploring on your own'.)
One thing specifically that I learned was that you can keep a tool selected and use Zoom or the Hand tool at the same time by choosing your tool, positioning it in the artboard area, pressing Ctrl+spacebar (just spacebar for hand tool), and click or drag to see a higher magnification of the desired area of your artwork ( or drag to scroll to the area you want to see). I learned that the Navigator panel is used to quickly view different sizes of the artwork. (To reach it you go to Window, Navigator.) Now I know how to look things up in the help menu as well.
This relates to TEKS 4(b), conducting research and experimentation in computer technology, and 7(b), which includes following directions.
Ah, here's another one; working on the semester presentation with a partner relates to TEKS 18(b); using teamwork to solve problems.
One thing specifically that I learned was that you can keep a tool selected and use Zoom or the Hand tool at the same time by choosing your tool, positioning it in the artboard area, pressing Ctrl+spacebar (just spacebar for hand tool), and click or drag to see a higher magnification of the desired area of your artwork ( or drag to scroll to the area you want to see). I learned that the Navigator panel is used to quickly view different sizes of the artwork. (To reach it you go to Window, Navigator.) Now I know how to look things up in the help menu as well.
This relates to TEKS 4(b), conducting research and experimentation in computer technology, and 7(b), which includes following directions.
Ah, here's another one; working on the semester presentation with a partner relates to TEKS 18(b); using teamwork to solve problems.
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
11/28 - New Project
Today I worked on the new flower project. This project is basically just practicing navigation of Adobe Illustrator. Because we aren't actually creating anything, I can't really paste pictures of the work I've done. I learned how to move different panels and tool bars, how to just alter the workspace in general, and view your work in different formats. This relates to TEKS 6(a), describing the properties and characteristics of computer-related hardware and software, and 7(b), following instructions and requiremens.
For my Semester-Final-Replacement-Presentation Juliet and I will be working on a fifteen-minute powerpoint on greenbuilding (as well as the outline, mla paper, and handout). I think I might also do the Six Weeks Test Replacing Presentation on the history of printing.
For my Semester-Final-Replacement-Presentation Juliet and I will be working on a fifteen-minute powerpoint on greenbuilding (as well as the outline, mla paper, and handout). I think I might also do the Six Weeks Test Replacing Presentation on the history of printing.
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
11/27
Really finished!
Today I looked up definitions for the words that we need to know for our 3rd Six Weeks test. I think that I might try to do the presentations instead if I have time. I also had to move my snowflakes. Tomorrow I have to start the next Adobe Illustrator project. Today I learned some new words and definitions related to Illustrator. This relates to TEKS 6(a), describing properties and characteristics of computer-related hardware and software, and altering my snowboarder image relates to TEKS 18(h), completing work according to established criteria.
Today I looked up definitions for the words that we need to know for our 3rd Six Weeks test. I think that I might try to do the presentations instead if I have time. I also had to move my snowflakes. Tomorrow I have to start the next Adobe Illustrator project. Today I learned some new words and definitions related to Illustrator. This relates to TEKS 6(a), describing properties and characteristics of computer-related hardware and software, and altering my snowboarder image relates to TEKS 18(h), completing work according to established criteria.
11/27 Definitions
CMYK - the four process colours used as standard for full colour printing: Cyan, Magenta, Yellow and Black (known as the Key, hence "K").
four color process printing - printing and reproduction of full color images using the four process printing colors (cyan, yellow, magenta, and black) to create an image with an indefinite number of resultant colors.
RGB - The primary additive colors used in display devices and scanners. Commonly used to refer to the color space, mixing system or monitor in color computer graphics. (Red, green, blue)
additive color - Color created by superimposing light rays, adding(superimposing) the three physical primaries (lights) - red, blue, and green - will produce white. The secondaries are magenta, yellow, and cyan.
subtractive color - The color model of ink on paper, in which the primary colors (cyan, magenta, and yellow), when taken away, make white. Sometimes called reflective color. See also CMYK; additive color.
vector image - image created with basic geometrical primitives, such as points, lines, curves, and polygons, in computer graphics.
raster image - a data structure representing a generally rectangular grid of pixels, or points of color, viewable through a computer monitor, paper, or other display medium. They are commonly stored in image files with varying formats.
pixel - One of the small units that make up an image on a computer or television screen. It is derived from the words picture and element to make pixel.
path - in a graph, sequence of vertices such that from each of its vertices there is an edge to the next vertex in the sequence. The first vertex is called the start vertex and the last vertex is called the end vertex. Both of them are called end or terminal vertices of the path. The other vertices in the path are internal vertices.
Adobe Illustrator - vector based drawing program developed and marketed by Adobe Systems
swatch - A color sample
mask - In color separation photography, an intermediate photographic negative or positive used in color correction. In offset lithography, opaque material used to protect open or selected areas of a printing plate during exposure.
laser printer - a high quality image printing system using a laser beam to produce an image on a photosensitive drum. The image is transferred on to paper by a conventional xerographic printing process. Currently, most laser printers set at 300dpi with newer models operating at up to 600dpi.
inkjet printer - An inexpensive printer that uses finely directed sprays of cyan, magenta, yellow, and (usually) black ink to produce the text and images. Color printout is achieved in one pass. Inkjet printers support many different media sizes and output resolutions.
toner - a powdery substance used instead of ink in laser printers - contained in cartridge
Bibliography
http://www.graphicdesign.co.uk/jargon/
http://www.compulabel.com/index.asp?Page=Glossary&Letter=F
http://printoriumbookworks.islandblue.com/PrintingGuide/Glossary/tabid/62/Default.aspx
http://www.khsd.k12.ca.us/bhs/Perry/art%20vocabulary.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vector_graphics
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raster_graphics
http://art.cadmus.com/da/glossary.jsp
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Path_%28graph_theory%29
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adobe_Illustrator
http://www.printmatch.com.au/work/terms.html
http://www.paperspecs.com
http://www.purdue.edu
http://wwwca.kodak.com
http://www.smartcomputing.com
four color process printing - printing and reproduction of full color images using the four process printing colors (cyan, yellow, magenta, and black) to create an image with an indefinite number of resultant colors.
RGB - The primary additive colors used in display devices and scanners. Commonly used to refer to the color space, mixing system or monitor in color computer graphics. (Red, green, blue)
additive color - Color created by superimposing light rays, adding(superimposing) the three physical primaries (lights) - red, blue, and green - will produce white. The secondaries are magenta, yellow, and cyan.
subtractive color - The color model of ink on paper, in which the primary colors (cyan, magenta, and yellow), when taken away, make white. Sometimes called reflective color. See also CMYK; additive color.
vector image - image created with basic geometrical primitives, such as points, lines, curves, and polygons, in computer graphics.
raster image - a data structure representing a generally rectangular grid of pixels, or points of color, viewable through a computer monitor, paper, or other display medium. They are commonly stored in image files with varying formats.
pixel - One of the small units that make up an image on a computer or television screen. It is derived from the words picture and element to make pixel.
path - in a graph, sequence of vertices such that from each of its vertices there is an edge to the next vertex in the sequence. The first vertex is called the start vertex and the last vertex is called the end vertex. Both of them are called end or terminal vertices of the path. The other vertices in the path are internal vertices.
Adobe Illustrator - vector based drawing program developed and marketed by Adobe Systems
swatch - A color sample
mask - In color separation photography, an intermediate photographic negative or positive used in color correction. In offset lithography, opaque material used to protect open or selected areas of a printing plate during exposure.
laser printer - a high quality image printing system using a laser beam to produce an image on a photosensitive drum. The image is transferred on to paper by a conventional xerographic printing process. Currently, most laser printers set at 300dpi with newer models operating at up to 600dpi.
inkjet printer - An inexpensive printer that uses finely directed sprays of cyan, magenta, yellow, and (usually) black ink to produce the text and images. Color printout is achieved in one pass. Inkjet printers support many different media sizes and output resolutions.
toner - a powdery substance used instead of ink in laser printers - contained in cartridge
Bibliography
http://www.graphicdesign.co.uk/jargon/
http://www.compulabel.com/index.asp?Page=Glossary&Letter=F
http://printoriumbookworks.islandblue.com/PrintingGuide/Glossary/tabid/62/Default.aspx
http://www.khsd.k12.ca.us/bhs/Perry/art%20vocabulary.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vector_graphics
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raster_graphics
http://art.cadmus.com/da/glossary.jsp
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Path_%28graph_theory%29
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adobe_Illustrator
http://www.printmatch.com.au/work/terms.html
http://www.paperspecs.com
http://www.purdue.edu
http://wwwca.kodak.com
http://www.smartcomputing.com
Monday, November 26, 2007
11/26/07
Finished!
Today I will work on the snowboarder project and try to finish. It was supposed to be due before the break, but since we took notes that day, the due date is today, I think.
Well, I did finish. Hooray! I learned what the transparency panel can be used for and how to create a symbol from a picture you have already saved in AI. This relates to TEKS 3(c), using graphic software to create and modify images, and 18(h), completing work according to established criteria. 15(c), identifying and applying science principles used in computer technology, also relates because we recently learned some about color theory in relevance to monitor displays. Oh, plus, TEKS 18(g) relates to this; using time management techniques to develop and maintain work schedules and meet deadlines!
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
Nov. 20 - the last day
Look! I've learned to save with RGB color!
Today our snowboarder projects were supposed to be due, but the due date has been bumped to next week. Whew! I worked on mine for a few minutes, but then we took notes again. I really didn't get to change much at all, but I will post my before and after pictures when we all sadly come back from the break. Today Mr. Bjerke told us about color theory. I learned about additive and subtractive color and that the first uses red(r), green(g), and blue(B) to create different colors while the second uses cyan(c), magenta(m), yellow(y), and black(k). I also learned that you should change jpg's to RGB from CMYK when you post them on a blog. Today's lessons relate to TEKS 2(e), using computer technology to record and present information, and 3(c), using graphic software to modify images. Have a good Thanksgiving. Yay! 5-day weekend!
Monday, November 19, 2007
november 19
Today I didn't get to work very much on the illustrator project. We took notes for most of the period. I learned about stripping format on Word, using paste special, sending to microsoft ppt, and using edit & replace. Learning about these things relates to TEKS 15(a); preparing technical reports and presentations, and 6(a); describing properties and characteristics of computer-related hardware and software.
Friday, November 16, 2007
Nov. Sixteenth
Before
After
Today I worked on the Illustrator project again. We ran out of time to check assignment logs so we'll do that on Monday. Plus, at some point, I have to work on the report of positions since I'm a documentation manager. Today I learned how to take the background out of images and how to add and alter text in Illustrator. I got more practice with changing colors as well, and with following precise instructions. What I did today relates to TEKS 7(b); following safety manuals, instructions, and requirements, and to 3(c); using graphic software to create and modify images.
Thursday, November 15, 2007
fifteenth of november
Today I worked on the Illustrator project again. I got to page 20. I learned how to change colors and subtract shapes. I also learned how to add a picture, or layer, from photoshop. Plus, I got more practice with creating jpg's and adding them to my blog. Using the packet to do these things relates to TEKS 7(B); following safety manuals, instructions, and requirements. Learning these different processes also relates to TEKS 3(C); using graphic software to create and modify images.
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
11/14
Today Mr. Bjerke's blog says that we need to "start illustrator". I've opened Adobe Illustrator, but I'm not exactly sure what to do now. Today I also need to figure out how to post pictures of the project I'm working on from the beginning of class and the end (before and after).
Now I know what to do. We just got a packet of instructions.
Today I learned how to create rectangles and ellipses, change colors, and the basics of how to use Adobe Illustrator. This relates to TEKS 3(c), using graphic design software to create and modify images. This also relates to TEKS 18(h), completing work according to established criteria.
- new project
- after: see above picture
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Nov. Thirteenth
Today we are researching Adobe Illustrator. I learned that Adobe Illustrator CS3 (creative suite 3) recently came out; an updated version of this software. Adobe Illustrator is a program which can is used for design and publishing. Illustrator is a vector-based postscript drawing program. It functions by generating curved paths (Bezier curves) connected by modifiable anchor points. A vector based drawing program creates the various elements of the image as individual vector objects which retain their characteristics and do not become part of a "bitmap". (A bitmap is an image represented as a 2-D array of brightness values for pixels. Researching Adobe Illustrator relates to TEKS 2(d), identifying and describing the roles of computer technology, and 4(b), conducting research and experimentation in computer technology.
Friday, November 9, 2007
Ninth of November
Today I took the 2nd six weeks exam. It is 59 questions long. It's not too bad. I worked on my table for our next presentation. I learned how to stop automatic capitalization and more about table formatting in general. I also realized that I need to change my table so that there is only one word per cell. This relates to TEKS 18(H); completing work according to established criteria.
Thursday, November 8, 2007
11/8/07
Today I'm working on the chart some more for the new project. I also worked on the second six weeks test review. It is incredibly long. Working on this project relates to TEKS 2(E); using computer technology to record, locate, analyze, present, and exchange. TEKS 4(A) relates to my project subject; reporting on innovative and emerging computer technologies. Tomorrow is my birthday...
Wednesday, November 7, 2007
November Seventh
Today I worked on the table for the next presentation, which I am doing on the new solar-powered plane being engineered by Bertrand Piccard in Switzerland. I found out about this new development in technology on the Inhabitat blog. I might have to come in early to get a bit more done tomorrow; I didn't get a huge amount done today and have to format the table to fit on the page. Finding a subject for this project related to TEKS section 4(E), conducting research in technology.
Tuesday, November 6, 2007
November 6
Today I read about Nichelle Narsisi's "Except You" campaign. It seems like a good idea; you hear all the time "you can make a difference ", but the idea that you cannot do something is more likely to catch your attention.
Several people gave their presentations today as well. I learned about how recycling electronics can help the environment and families who cannot afford new electronics. (I learned about different places you can take your electronics to for recycling too.) I also learned about open office software, which I really didn't know much about at all. Plus, I learned about different careers in technology, which relates to TEKS sections 17(A & B). Other related parts of TEKS include 2(E), describing roles of computer technology, and 11(B), describing how technology affects societies, individuals, etc.
Several people gave their presentations today as well. I learned about how recycling electronics can help the environment and families who cannot afford new electronics. (I learned about different places you can take your electronics to for recycling too.) I also learned about open office software, which I really didn't know much about at all. Plus, I learned about different careers in technology, which relates to TEKS sections 17(A & B). Other related parts of TEKS include 2(E), describing roles of computer technology, and 11(B), describing how technology affects societies, individuals, etc.
Monday, November 5, 2007
11/5/07
On the Inhabitat blog I read about Solar Cynergy's new solar LED lights. These lights are eco-friendly and reliable and can be used in commercial lighting! Lights like these that you can buy for your home charge automatically during the day and turn on automatically at dusk. I also read about Behnaz Sarafpour who has an environmentally-friendly clothing collection. It's really cool... These things relate to TEKS section 4(B) conducting research in computer technology.
Friday, November 2, 2007
November Second
I just read about the furniture company Formway on the TreeHugger blog. It seems really cool; this company focuses on sustainability and being environmentally friendly, while creating lovely, aesthetically pleasing furniture. Also through TreeHugger, I read about Scott Specht's Zero House, a 650 sq. ft. home which generates it's own electricity from a canopy roof. Zero House collects it's own water in a 2,700 gallon cistern on it's roof and processes it's own waste using a composting system. Plus, I saw some really awesome shoes from Simple (shoes for a happy planet). What I did today relates to TEKS 4(A); reporting on emerging technologies.
November 2
Hooray - it is Friday. One week until my birthday. I will get my progress report today since we didn't get through the whole class yesterday. I think we will be presenting our first presentations today. I don't mind going today.
Well, I just gave my presentation. I think it went pretty well. Plus, I'm glad to have it over with. Giving my presentation relates to the TEKS requirement 2(D); identifying and describing the roles of computer technology. This also relates to TEKS requirement 17(B); describing a variety of careers available in computer technology.
Well, I just gave my presentation. I think it went pretty well. Plus, I'm glad to have it over with. Giving my presentation relates to the TEKS requirement 2(D); identifying and describing the roles of computer technology. This also relates to TEKS requirement 17(B); describing a variety of careers available in computer technology.
Thursday, November 1, 2007
11/1/07
Right now I am working on getting up to blog #30. I think I might do a few blogs this weekend, but I'm going to try to just do a few extra today and tomorrow. Lately I have learned more about adding pictures to blogs. It's quite easy. Plus, it makes blogging much more interesting. I don't really know what to put a picture of today. Learning how to put pictures to your blog relates to section 4(b); conducting research and experimentation in computer technology.
The first day of November
My birthday is soon. And Halloween was good. Today Mr. Bjerke looked over my powerpoint. I also got my progress report and need to get it signed tonight. I ran through my presentation a few times and worked on my 30 blogs. I learned that we should have at least 20 blogs completed by today. What I did relates to 18(h) again; completing work according to established criteria.
Wednesday, October 31, 2007
Oct. 31
What I worked on today also relates to TEKS 18G and 18H. These TEKS require a student to manage time in order to meet deadlines and to complete work according to established criteria. I learned today that important points should be emphasized in presentations by being repeated three times, three times, THREE times. Also, I learned that text on presentations should be 30 pt. at the smallest.
Happy Halloween!!!
Today I tweaked my presentation some more. I changed all the text to size 30 and practiced the talk that will go with each slide. I think I'll have Mister Bjerke check mine again, just to be sure. Today's work relates to TEKS requirement 17B; describing various careers involving computer technology - the subject of my presentation.
I cannot wait for to trick-or-treating!
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
The Day Before Halloween
Today I added the finishing touches to my first presentation. (I added the insight slide and some pictures for the hook.) I learned more about presentation formatting and got to practice changing slide order and adding slides. What I did today relates to section 15-A; preparing technical reports and presentations. Tomorrow I am wearing my halloween costume... I cannot wait!
Monday, October 29, 2007
Oct. 29
Today I worked on my PowerPoint. This gave me some good practice with changing background color and other general aspects of formatting. Mr. Bjerke came and checked our presentations; I need to work on the structure a bit, but mine is pretty much finished. What I did today relates to the TEKS requirement 2E; using computer technology to record, locate, analyze, present, and exchange information. Also, requirement 15A is relative to today's work; preparing technical reports and presentations.
Friday, October 26, 2007
10/26/07
Today I worked on my presentation. I decided to start over completely because I had to change it so much. I'll have to work on it this weekend... grr. What I did today relates to the same TEKS requirements that I used yesterday and the day before. Creating this PowerPoint meets the requirement that students should complete their work according to established criteria and should prepare technical reports and presentations.
Thursday, October 25, 2007
10/25/07
Today we're taking notes on presentation format. I'll be changing my PowerPoint today... I have to choose a better font and rewrite the information in bulleted format. I also have to fix the margins and positioning of the text on the slides. What I'll be doing today relates to the TEKS requirement that students should complete their work according to established criteria and should prepare technical reports and presentations.
10/25/07
Today we're taking notes on presentation format. I'll be changing my PowerPoint today... I have to choose a better font and rewrite the information in bulleted format. I also have to fix the margins and positioning of the text on the slides. What I'll be doing today relates to TEKS section 18(H); completing work according to established criteria. Also, this relates to TEKS section 15(A); preparing technical reports and presentations.
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
10/24/07
Today I imported my finished powerpoint onto the computer and saved it into my H-drive. Then, we took notes on how to make better presentations using PowerPoint. I learned from Mr. Bjerke's presentation that most of the information on a slide should be on the upper part of the page and that you should have at least 50% contrast between your text and background colors. I learned that you should have 1" margins (at least) on all four sides of the slide and that your font should have consistent line thickness (and should not be too thin), be around size 40, and be sans-serifs. I was also reminded that slides should NOT contain complete sentences. I will be altering my presentation quite a bit. What we did today relates to the TEKS requirements that students should complete their work according to established criteria and should prepare technical reports and presentations.
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
10/23/07
Today I worked on my powerpoint. I'm almost finished, but I'll have to work on it tonight. Mainly what I have to do now is find the pictures for the presentation. (I think all the information is on it already.) What I did today relates to the TEKS requirement that says students must use computer technology to record, locate, analyze, present, and exchange information.
Monday, October 22, 2007
Maker Faire
My favorite part of Maker Faire was the craft area. They had a focus mainly clothing and bags, and this area inluded the Swap-o-Rama where you could bring in your own clothes and take what other people brought.
Swap - O - Rama
clothing exchange
Stitch Demo
One demo that I watched at Maker Faire was at the Stitch booth. The person there was talking about different ways to transfer patterns or drawings onto fabric for embroidering. She mentioned that graphite paper worked well on most fabrics and that white graphite paper was good for especially dark fabrics. You use these papers to trace your design onto your stitching surface and they, unlike some other mediums used for this purpose, usually do not leave unwanted smears on your fabric. Also, she talked about different types of backing that you can place on the inside of stretchy fabric to make it an easier surface to embroider. (There are lots of different types - some stay on permanently, others you peel off after you've finished stitching. There are also different thicknesses; she recommended a somewhat thin type.)
Recycled plastic bag backpacks at a craft booth
Screenprinting Demo
Also in the craft area, there was a really cool screen-printing demonstration. They had a selection of prints and ink colors to choose from and blow dryers set up so that you could dry the print on your clothing before leaving.
Green Cars
Another neat part of the Maker Faire were the green/environmentally-friendly cars. There was a whole area devoted to alternative vehicles.
Art Cars
There was also a lot full of art cars. My two favorites were the Cameravan and the YarnCar.
There was also a car covered in astroturf, one decorated with sculpted metal, one covered with snowballs, one painted to look like bricks, etc.
CameraVan
YarnCar
Bike-Music Sculpture
One last thing that I saw was a sculpture made of a bike with metal funnels attached on each end. It had strings attached on the front end and different music boxes attached to the other. The metal funnels projected the music pretty loudly when you plucked a string or turned a music box. It was a very interesting and unique piece of art.
Overall, Maker Faire was a cool experience... I'll probably try to go again next time!
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