8B Assignments
Quarter 4
Week 36 (May 16th - 20th)
Mr. Kent is hopeful he will see students next Monday and will show them his 8th grade yearbook at that time.
Any student who may not have completed his/her 3rd and final SRI attempt should do so today. The class will need to be quiet, if this is the case.
Anyone who has not brought his/her flash drive home, should do so today.
Students will complete an end of year survey found at this link:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LBCQM8K
Complete this Brainteaser Quiz. Take your time. Think each question through. View the correct answers when done.
http://www.gotoquiz.com/the_brainteaser_quiz
See if you can read this...
Any student who may not have completed his/her 3rd and final SRI attempt should do so today. The class will need to be quiet, if this is the case.
Anyone who has not brought his/her flash drive home, should do so today.
Students will complete an end of year survey found at this link:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LBCQM8K
Complete this Brainteaser Quiz. Take your time. Think each question through. View the correct answers when done.
http://www.gotoquiz.com/the_brainteaser_quiz
See if you can read this...
Week 33 (April 25th - April 29th)
THURSDAY
UNIT: Smartphone Technology
After completing the AT&T texting while driving documentary quiz, test your skills with this texting while driving simulation. Good Luck!
http://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2009/07/19/technology/20090719-driving-game.html?_r=0
UNIT: Smartphone Technology
After completing the AT&T texting while driving documentary quiz, test your skills with this texting while driving simulation. Good Luck!
http://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2009/07/19/technology/20090719-driving-game.html?_r=0
MONDAY
UNIT: Smartphone Technology
This is the students’ last chance to make changes to their Smartphone Cyberbullying Comics and their Quarter 4 Blog Entries. Avi had to start his Comic over last class so they have more work to do than most.
UNIT: Smartphone Technology
This is the students’ last chance to make changes to their Smartphone Cyberbullying Comics and their Quarter 4 Blog Entries. Avi had to start his Comic over last class so they have more work to do than most.
- Go to: www.bitstripsforschools.com
- Class: 8B Tech
- Class Passcode: 8622
- Select your name from the drop down menu.
- Enter one's password. Mrs. Bach has copies of the passwords if needed.
- Check to see if Mr. Kent has given you feedback for revisions for your Smartphone Cyberbullying Comic. Remember that we want to use AS MUCH DETAILS. Remember the comic MUST INCLUDE AT LEAST 4 PANELS.
- Complete Quarter 4 / Blog 1 by logging into your Kid Blog account. Students who cannot remember their password that they created, should type their entry in Microsoft Word and save it to their flash drive. Mrs. Bach does not have a copy of the Kid Blog passwords. REMEMBER TO REPLY TO AT LEAST 2 CLASSMATE’S COMMENTS (ADDING SUBSTANCE TO THE CONVERSATION), IN ADDITION TO YOUR INITIAL REPLY TO THE QUESTION(S).
- Complete Quarter 4 / Blog 2 by logging into your Kid Blog account. Students who cannot remember their password that they created, should type their entry in Microsoft Word and save it to their flash drive. Mrs. Bach does not have a copy of the Kid Blog passwords. REMEMBER TO REPLY TO AT LEAST 2 CLASSMATE’S COMMENTS (ADDING SUBSTANCE TO THE CONVERSATION), IN ADDITION TO YOUR INITIAL REPLY TO THE QUESTION(S).
Week 31 (April 11th - April 15th)
THURSDAY
- Go to: www.bitstripsforschools.com
- Class: 8B
- Class Passcode: 8622
- Select your name from the drop down menu.
- Enter one's password. Mrs. Bach has copies of the passwords if needed.
- Continue to work on one's Smartphone Cyberbullying Comic. Use as much details as possible. Check to see if Mr. Kent has given you feedback for revisions. Remember the comic must include 4 panels.
MONDAY
- Go to: www.bitstripsforschools.com
- Class: 8B
- Class Passcode: 8622
- Select your name from the drop down menu.
- Enter one's password. Mrs. Bach has copies of the passwords if needed.
- Continue to work on one's Smartphone Cyberbullying Comic. Use as much details as possible. Check to see if Mr. Kent has given you feedback for revisions. Remember the comic must include 4 panels.
Week 30 (April 4th - April 8th)
- Go to: www.bitstripsforschools.com
- Class: 8B Tech
- Class Password: 8622
- Select your name from the drop down menu.
- Individual Password:
*You Create This*
Quarter 3
Week 27 (March 7th - March 11th)
THURSDAY
UNIT: Mobile Devices
UNIT: Mobile Devices
- Work
MONDAY
UNIT: Mobile Devices
UNIT: Mobile Devices
- Work
Week 26 (February 29th - March 4th)
THURSDAY
UNIT: Mobile Devices
UNIT: Mobile Devices
- View a video about mobile device statistics. https://youtu.be/GRiwUCXPo8U
- Begin working on a Smartphone Project, incorporating topics of "apps" and "texting."
smartphone_project_template_grade_8_2015-2016.ppt | |
File Size: | 230 kb |
File Type: | ppt |
MONDAY
- Complete Blog Q3 / #2.
- Make any necessary corrections on Blog Q3 / #1.
Week 25 (February 22nd - February 26th)
THURSDAY
- Work
MONDAY
- Work
Week 24 (February 15th - February 19th)
THURSDAY
- Work
MONDAY
- Work
Week 23 (February 8th - February 12th)
THURSDAY
- Work
MONDAY
- Work
Week 22 (February 1st - February 5th)
THURSDAY
- Work
MONDAY
- Work
Week 21 (January 25th - January 29th)
THURSDAY
weeks_21-22_8th_grade_interview_project_directions_using_audacity_2015-2016.doc | |
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File Type: | doc |
MONDAY
- Work on Audacity Interview Project.
weeks_21-22_8th_grade_interview_project_rubric_2015-2016.doc | |
File Size: | 35 kb |
File Type: | doc |
Week 20 (January 18th - January 22nd)
THURSDAY
SRI (Scholastic Reading Inventory)
SRI (Scholastic Reading Inventory)
- 2nd Attempt of SRI (Scholastic Reading Inventory) Assessment
- Take Reading Comprehension assessment.
- Print scores, Recommended Reading Reports, and Growth Reports to Mrs. McBride.
MONDAY
- No class due to no school.
Week 19 (January 11th - January 15th)
THURSDAY
- Work in groups to complete the Audacity Interview Notes. Fill-out the template below. Print only with Mr. Kent's permission
8th_grade_interview_project_interviewer___interviewee_notes_2015-2016.doc | |
File Size: | 25 kb |
File Type: | doc |
MONDAY
- Work in groups to complete the Audacity Interview Notes. Fill-out the template below. Print only with Mr. Kent's permission
8th_grade_interview_project_interviewer___interviewee_notes_2015-2016.doc | |
File Size: | 25 kb |
File Type: | doc |
Quarter 2
Week 18 (January 4th - January 8th)
THURSDAY
- Work in groups to complete the Audacity Interview Notes. Fill-out the template below. Print only with Mr. Kent's permission
8th_grade_interview_project_interviewer___interviewee_notes_2015-2016.doc | |
File Size: | 25 kb |
File Type: | doc |
MONDAY
- No class due to no school.
Week 17 (December 14th - December 18th)
THURSDAY
Students have earned a "free" day during which they can access teacher approved web sites and iPad apps. Any students needing to complete missing work, will do so at this time, as well.
Students have earned a "free" day during which they can access teacher approved web sites and iPad apps. Any students needing to complete missing work, will do so at this time, as well.
MONDAY
Complete the large Christmas Word Search on ABCYA. There are 15 words that need to be found.
http://www.abcya.com/christmas_word_search.htm
Work on A Blocky Christmas and complete at least 5 levels before the end of class.
http://www.abcya.com/a_blocky_christmas.htm
Complete the large Christmas Word Search on ABCYA. There are 15 words that need to be found.
http://www.abcya.com/christmas_word_search.htm
Work on A Blocky Christmas and complete at least 5 levels before the end of class.
http://www.abcya.com/a_blocky_christmas.htm
Week 16 (December 7th - December 11th)
Week 15 (November 30th - December 4th)
THURSDAY
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MONDAY
- Work on Signature Animation and Snowman Animation projects.
week_15_signature_animation_grade_8.pdf | |
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week_15-16_snowman_gif_animation_grade_8.pdf | |
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Week 14 (November 16th - November 20th)
THURSDAY
UNIT 4: Web Design
UNIT 4: Web Design
- Continue to work on Weebly Company Web Site Project, due by the end of today's class.
MONDAY
UNIT 4: Web Design
UNIT 4: Web Design
- Continue to work on Weebly Company Web Site Project, due by the end of next class.
Week 13 (November 9th - November 13th)
THURSDAY
UNIT 4: Web Design
UNIT 4: Web Design
- Continue to work on Weebly Company Web Site Project.
MONDAY
UNIT 4: Web Design
UNIT 4: Web Design
- Continue to work on Weebly Company Web Site Project.
Week 12 (November 2nd - November 6th)
THURSDAY
UNIT 4: Web Design
UNIT 4: Web Design
- Continue to work on Weebly Company Web Site Project.
MONDAY
UNIT 4: Web Design
UNIT 4: Web Design
- Continue to work on Weebly Company Web Site Project.
Week 11 (October 26th - October 30th)
THURSDAY
UNIT 4: Web Design
UNIT 4: Web Design
- Continue to work on Weebly Company Web Site Project.
MONDAY
UNIT 4: Web Design
UNIT 4: Web Design
- Continue to work on Weebly Company Web Site Project.
Week 10 (October 19th - October 23rd)
THURSDAY
UNIT 4: Web Design
UNIT 4: Web Design
- Open directions/requirements for Weebly Company Web Site Project and review them aloud as a class.
- Continue to work on your company web site!
weebly_web_company_web_site_project_directions___requirements_grade_8_2015-2016.docx | |
File Size: | 287 kb |
File Type: | docx |
weebly_web_site_project_powerpoint_slide_directions_grade_8_2015-2016.pptx | |
File Size: | 4998 kb |
File Type: | pptx |
MONDAY
UNIT 4: Web Design
UNIT 4: Web Design
- Open directions/requirements for Weebly Company Web Site Project and discuss them as a class.
weebly_web_company_web_site_project_directions___requirements_grade_8_2015-2016.docx | |
File Size: | 287 kb |
File Type: | docx |
- View a Weebly introductory video, allowing you insight into what you are about to dive into.
https://youtu.be/VlURuZWSoXw
- Here is a PowerPoint slide show with step by step screen shots of the steps you will take to build your web site.
weebly_web_site_project_powerpoint_slide_directions_grade_8_2015-2016.pptx | |
File Size: | 4998 kb |
File Type: | pptx |
Quarter 1
Week 9 (October 12th - October 16th)
THURSDAY
UNIT #4: Web Design
UNIT #4: Web Design
- Type responses in Microsoft Word to the following questions, in preparation for a company web site project.
- What type of company do you want to form?
- What would be a good company name?
- What are some ways your company can help out the community?
MONDAY
- Practice with mouse skills:
Mousercize: https://www.pbclibrary.org/mousing/mousercise.htm
- Practice typing skills:
ABC Rain: http://www.powertyping.com/rain.shtml
- Introduce web site project and ask students to start brainstorming ideas for their web site.
Week 8 (October 5th - October 9th)
THURSDAY
UNIT #3: Blockly Coding (5 Classes)
UNIT #3: Blockly Coding (5 Classes)
- "Play Lab" Coding: https://studio.code.org/sections/DKYLNX
MONDAY
UNIT #3: Blockly Coding (5 Classes)
UNIT #3: Blockly Coding (5 Classes)
- "Flappy Bird" Coding: https://studio.code.org/sections/DKYLNX
Week 7 (September 28th - October 2nd)
THURSDAY
- Complete Blog Q1 / #2.
- Make any necessary corrections on Blog Q1 / #1.
MONDAY
UNIT #3: Blockly Coding (5 Classes)
UNIT #3: Blockly Coding (5 Classes)
- Practice Coding using Code.org
- Finish the Hour of Code assignment. https://studio.code.org/sections/DKYLNX
Week 6 (September 21st - September 25th)
THURSDAY
UNIT #3: Blockly Coding (5 Classes)
UNIT #3: Blockly Coding (5 Classes)
- Complete Blog Q1 / #1.
- Practice Coding using Code.org
- Work on the Hour of Code assignment. https://studio.code.org/sections/DKYLNX
MONDAY
UNIT #3: Blockly Coding (5 Classes)
UNIT #3: Blockly Coding (5 Classes)
- Practice Coding using Code.org
- Work on the Hour of Code assignment. https://studio.code.org/sections/DKYLNX
Week 5 (September 14th - September 18th)
THURSDAY
UNIT 2: HTML Coding (6 Classes)
UNIT 2: HTML Coding (6 Classes)
- Take Quia assignment with multiple choice and true/false questions on HTML Coding Notes.
- Check for completion of HTML Coding Notes.
MONDAY
UNIT 2: HTML Coding (6 Classes)
UNIT 2: HTML Coding (6 Classes)
- Practice image coding
- http://www.w3schools.com/html/tryit.asp?filename=tryhtml_intro
- Complete a final assessment for HTML Coding.
http://www.w3schools.com/html/tryit.asp?filename=tryhtml_intro
Week 4 (September 7th - September 11th)
THURSDAY
UNIT 2: HTML Coding (6 Classes)
UNIT 2: HTML Coding (6 Classes)
- Re-do HTML Coding Classwork #1 if choose to do so.
http://www.w3schools.com/html/tryit.asp?filename=tryhtml_intro - Complete HTML Coding Classwork #2.
http://www.w3schools.com/html/tryit.asp?filename=tryhtml_intro - Complete HTML Coding Classwork #3.
http://www.w3schools.com/html/tryit.asp?filename=tryhtml_intro
MONDAY
- No School (Labor Day Weekend)
Week 3 (August 31st - September 4th)
THURSDAY
UNIT 2: HTML Coding (6 Classes)
UNIT 2: HTML Coding (6 Classes)
- Practice HTML Coding:
http://www.w3schools.com/html/tryit.asp?filename=tryhtml_intro - Finish HTML Coding Classwork #1.
http://www.w3schools.com/html/tryit.asp?filename=tryhtml_intro - Start typing additional HTML Coding Notes (Background, Hyperlink, Button, Image).
MONDAY
UNIT 2: HTML Coding (6 Classes)
UNIT 2: HTML Coding (6 Classes)
- Take notes on HTML coding. Save the Word document as Last Name First Name HTML Coding Notes.
- Practice HTML Coding:
http://www.w3schools.com/html/tryit.asp?filename=tryhtml_intro - Work on/Complete HTML Coding Classwork #1.
http://www.w3schools.com/html/tryit.asp?filename=tryhtml_intro
Week 2 (August 24th - 28th)
THURSDAY
UNIT #1: MLA Formatting (2 Classes)
UNIT #1: MLA Formatting (2 Classes)
- Collect Flash Drives (Due 8/27/15 for full credit).
- Review MLA Heading / Paper Formatting.
- Kagan activity to correct incorrect part of MLA item on a slip of paper.
- Type one 5-sentence paragraph about your goals for the year. This will be sealed in an envelope and opened in May. Let's work together to achieve your goals!
- Here is an example of your goals assignment that Mr. Kent typed.
mla_style_three_goals_to_begin_8th_grade_year_teacher_example_2015-2016_quarter_1_grade_8.pdf | |
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UNIT #2: HTML Coding (6 Classes)
- View video about a 1981 prediction of the Internet impacting newspapers.
http://www.wimp.com/theinternet/ - View video from 1995 about what students think of the Internet.
http://www.wimp.com/perfectlypredicted/ - View a screen shot of one of the first web sites:
http://www.w3.org/History/19921103-hypertext/hypertext/WWW/TheProject.html
MONDAY
UNIT #1: MLA Formatting (2 Classes)
UNIT #1: MLA Formatting (2 Classes)
- Collect Flash Drives (Due 8/27/15 for full credit.)
- Organization flash drives with stickers and yarn.
- Create an 8th grade technology folder on each student flash drive, labeled as Last Name First Name 8th Grade Technology.
- Review MLA Heading / Paper Formatting.
- Correct Mistake-Filled MLA Example.
correcting_mla_mistakes_quarter_1_classwork_grade_8.docx | |
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File Type: | docx |
MLA Resources
- https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/747/01/
- http://www.fmtusd.org/Page/8773
- https://depts.washington.edu/trio/quest/citation/apa_mla_citation_game/http://www.wwnorton.com/college/english/write/writesite/citation_practice_drills/citation_practice_drills.aspx
- http://www.lib.jmu.edu/tictactoe/
- http://www.grammar-quizzes.com/wrcite1_book.html (nice because it has pictures)
- http://www.grammar-quizzes.com/writing_citations.html
- http://www.richlandcollege.edu/library/pdfs/mla-exercise.pdf
Week 1 (August 17th - 21st)
Thursday
- Collect Flash Drives (Due 8/27/15 for full credit.)
- 1st Attempt of SRI (Scholastic Reading Inventory) Assessment
Monday
- Collect Flash Drives (Due 8/27/15 for full credit.)
- View / Discuss Introduction PowerPoint
- Teacher Qualities Answer Garden: http://answergarden.ch/view/185356
- 8th Grade Year Answer Garden: http://answergarden.ch/view/185358
- Distribute motivational item for 8th Grade Valedictorian Scholarship.