Final Research Project

After a few months of research, writing, editing and always thinking I have completed my research task the moment has finally arrived for the final draft to be handed in. This whole research assingment was a great learning experience. I did my research on interactive quizzes in a CAT classroom, you can read the report if you follow this link.

Excel assessment

A class assessment was done on calculations done in excel, we were expected to draw up an invoice certain functions and formulas had to be used in order for the invoice to be completed correctly. We were also expected to know how to clear the formulae from the invoice to create new invoices.

Analysing data - computer stock

In class this week we did a test based on analysing data, we had the choice of either doing the test in Excel or in Access. I chose to do my test in Excel, the test was based on computer stock, and we were given a list of questions which we had to answer. The information was provided in Excel and I had to do the calculations in Excel and provide the answers in a Word document. You can click here to view my test.

HTML and web design

We were required to create a meaningful website by editing a policy using Notepad. The website had to focus on the ethical use of information and communication for CAT at my school.  The aim of this task was to admit the policy to suite my school. You can click here to view my website.

PowerPoint of Research project

As part of the research assignment students are required to do an oral presentation based on their research. This presentation was marked and added to our Computer Applications Technology didactics mark. This presentation was done using the Microsoft PowerPoint click here to view my presentation.

Research Project

Computer Applications Didactics is one of the subjects that I am required to pass in order for me to obtain my B.Ed Hons degree. The main purpose of this subject was for students to conduct a research assignment; I chose to do my research assignment on Interactive assessment in a Grade 10 Computer Applications Technology classroom. If you follow this link you can view my research project.

Presenting Information

When we do surveys will try and find answers or results to certain things. Most times the results differ depending on the participants involved in our surveys. Instead of writing long lists of results it’s easier to present the information in a graph as it could be easier to understand. Click on the link to view an example of graphs that was created based on the results of a survey on Microsoft Access.

Survey Questions

In our Tuesday evening sessions we have been spending lots of time on Microsoft Access. I have designed a survey to try and gauge how much people have learnt about Microsoft Access. Click on the link to view the survey.

Communication Modes

We can use excel to create graphs based on data collected. We can then use these graphs to interpret the data. By doing this our graphs will serve a purpose instead of just being a picture. Click on the link to view an example of interpreting a graph.

Creating a interface in Access

I was required to create a database. When this database is opened it should open with a interface based on the autoexec macro. This activity was fun and sometimes even challenging, but really interesting. Click on this link to view my database.

HTML QUIZ

In the link below you will find an example of an html quiz. The questions used in the quiz is based on surveys and questionaires as well as two questions based on my research assignment. Please follow this link to open the survey.

Access Quiz

These days in schools, we need to find fun and innovative ways to ensure our learners know what is happening. So instead of doing the traditional question and answering we can use html quizzes to test them. The learners will find it fun as they can get their results immediately and can see which questions they got wrong. To view an example of an htm quizz click here

Describe bookmark folder structure - repeat and learning styles

This week we were expected to create a list of websites using favourites, the saved websites had to be based on the websites that we will be using for our research assignements. In class we did a HTML test which showed which learning style is best suited to each individual. To see a report on bookmarks and favourites as well as the results of my html test click here.

Write clear instructions on how to use …

Part of any educator’s job is to give instructions and to ensure the instructions are clear and straight to the point. The instructions must be set in such a way that it makes it simple for the person carrying out the task to understand. Click here to read a set of instructions and follow this link to do the quiz using the instructions.

Working smart in the CAT classroom (time)

Anybody that knows me well and reading this post, is probably having a good laugh right now as time management is one of my biggest challenge. This assignment really gave me a reality check as too how much time I am wasting by not planning my time correctly. To view a brochure based on time management click on the link.

Using images in the CAT classroom

As an educator it can often prove to be a great challenge to ensure all our learners fully understand a concept or topic being explained. We always need to keep in mind that we need to accommodate for our visual as well as our auditory learners. Many learners don’t often like reading long text, therefore inserting images with meaning often helps. We don’t realise how much we use images whether it be on a monitor, poster or card. Follow this link to read more about images.

Educational value of a blog

Blogging has taken the world by storm. It seems as if blogging has become the way in which society keeps up with current trends and happenings around the world. Gone are the days of watching the news or reading a newspaper to ensure you updated. All you need to do now is search the internet using your cellular phone or computer and it’s almost guaranteed that the information will be available to you on a blog. If you still aren’t sure about what all this blogging fuss is about, then you should click on this link to read some more.

Welcome

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Computer Lab at Gardens Commercial High

Welcome to a blog that has been created by a student for learners. This blog will focus on the subject Computer Application Technology as well as any other interesting events that take place at Gardens Commercial High School.

Let’s use this space as a platform to discuss and share ideas of interest.