Grade 2/3 ICT
Skill OneWhat can my computer do? How does it work?
Familiarisation. Organising files and folders. Exploring the EDUSTAR program Talk typing. Google searches. Handy hints and tips. |
Skill TwoLearning to touch type:
Learn to type on BBC Bitesize - Dance mat typing http://www.bbc.co.uk/guides/z3c6tfr Complete Pre-test and skill checks on the following website: http://www.sense-lang.org/typing/tutor/keyboarding.php |
Skill ThreeComputers rely on codes to understand you and what you want. Some on line web applications that demonstrate this process are: |
Photo Scavenger hunt
Using publisher, you are going to create a unique brochure from a fun photo scavenger hunt.
You need to include 3 photos per section of your brochure.
Your scavenger hunt items are as follows:
You need to include 3 photos per section of your brochure.
Your scavenger hunt items are as follows:
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Please download the following file: Blank_brochure_template
Save this file into your ICT folder to get started.
Save this file into your ICT folder to get started.
blank_brochure_template.pub | |
File Size: | 95 kb |
File Type: | pub |
Make a meme
Using a meme generator, you are to create a meme related to what you have learnt about the Australian Gold Rush and Sovereign Hill.
A meme should be funny by making an inference (a conclusion, summary, observation, deduction etc) on what the person/object is saying.
You need to complete the following steps:
1. Save two images about the Australian Gold Rush or Sovereign Hill in your ICT folder.
2. Make an inference about what is being said (appropriate and tasteful).
3. Add text to create the meme.
4. Save your meme in your ICT folder
You can use the following website to create your meme by clicking this button below::
A meme should be funny by making an inference (a conclusion, summary, observation, deduction etc) on what the person/object is saying.
You need to complete the following steps:
1. Save two images about the Australian Gold Rush or Sovereign Hill in your ICT folder.
2. Make an inference about what is being said (appropriate and tasteful).
3. Add text to create the meme.
4. Save your meme in your ICT folder
You can use the following website to create your meme by clicking this button below::
QR Codes
What is a QR Code?
Abbreviated from quick response code.
It is a machine-readable code consisting of an array of black and white squares, typically used for storing URLs or other information for reading by the camera on a smartphone.
Abbreviated from quick response code.
It is a machine-readable code consisting of an array of black and white squares, typically used for storing URLs or other information for reading by the camera on a smartphone.
You can make your own QR Codes using designated 2D barcode generators, some of which are listed below; however you should first consider why it is that you want a QR Code and how you will use it. QR Code generators that are currently available include:
As a class we are going to play a game to gain a better understanding of how to scan and use QR Codes.
Click the below button to find 9 separate QR codes, each code will bring up a photo clue, your job is to find this object that is around the school and take a photo of it.
Once you have found and taken a photo of the object, return to class to find the next clue.
Click the below button to find 9 separate QR codes, each code will bring up a photo clue, your job is to find this object that is around the school and take a photo of it.
Once you have found and taken a photo of the object, return to class to find the next clue.
Google translate
Using Google Translate, you are to search up a word that you have been given in class and translate this word into Japanese into either Kanji, Katakana or Hiragana. (Below is an example of the google translate webpage and what it should look like)
https://translate.google.com.au/ On a piece of A4 paper, you are to draw this translation. Your next task, using the IPad, scan with the google translate app to see if it makes sense. (To the right is a picture of the App icon) Using blu-tack, add this to the wall and collaborate with your class mates to make a sentence. You're next task will be to translate from a worksheet. |
use_google_translate_to_find_out_what_this_writing_says.docx | |
File Size: | 17 kb |
File Type: | docx |
EMoji
A new language?
What is an Emoji?
It is a small digital image or icon used to express an idea, object or emotion in electronic communication.
Emoji are most commonly used in modern communication apps such as your smartphone’s text messaging or social networking apps such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat.
Below are two messages that have Emojis embedded in the text. Can you 'read between the lines' to work out what is being said? What do the Emojis mean?
It is a small digital image or icon used to express an idea, object or emotion in electronic communication.
Emoji are most commonly used in modern communication apps such as your smartphone’s text messaging or social networking apps such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat.
Below are two messages that have Emojis embedded in the text. Can you 'read between the lines' to work out what is being said? What do the Emojis mean?
You can use Emojipedia to search different categories and popular Emojis to find out what they mean and how you can use them.
Click on the image below to follow the link OR copy this URL: http://emojipedia.org/
Click on the image below to follow the link OR copy this URL: http://emojipedia.org/
Create your own emoji using PIZAP, you can access this by clicking the picture below or copying the following URL: https://www.pizap.com/pizap-app.php?initialstate=emoji
Save you Emoji into your ICT folder so that you can share it with the class.
Save you Emoji into your ICT folder so that you can share it with the class.
To extend yourself, choose a Christmas song that you like, rewrite it in the style of an Emoji story.
Swap and see if someone else can read your story.
Swap and see if someone else can read your story.