7IT (7A, 7C, 7E, 7G) Using Excel for graphing

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Please save you Excel book (file) in your Home drive.



3. You need to use Excel to create a pictograph for the following data.


Type of Music CD sold Number
Rock 12
R&B 18
Country 10
Classical 16
Jazz 14


Key - you picture represents 4 CDs


4. Life Expectancy of Animals

Animal Life Expectancy
Grizzly Bear 25
Cheetah 14
Elephant 35
Giraffe 10
Lion 15

7A, 7C, 7E, 7G Assignment 1

Part 1:

All students should have four files saved on the network.

xy are YOUR initials.

beforeacrosticxy.doc (four questions before / Planning stage in the design process)
afteracrosticxy.doc (answer to four questions after / evaluate stage in the design process)

Your acrostic poem.

xyacrostic.doc (in H: home drive)
xyacrostic.doc (in shared drive - so everyone has access to it...including me!)

Part B

By Wednesday of next week all students have assessed themselves (self assessment)
assessed four peers (peer assessment)

Part C - to be completed by March break....
Microsoft Excel - introduction
Excel vocabulary Crossword - Activity 2
Graphing with Excel - Activity 1


Acrostic assignment is as follows:
I.T. microsoft assignment
At the end of this activity, students will:
· explore using Microsoft Word and its drawing tools
· use proper naming of files and save in two different places on the network (H: home and shared drives 0196 Student folder)
· use the Design Process to ensure that he/she follows directions, makes use of space and spell checks a written assignment(Hint: to find the drawing tools go to View --> Toolbars ----> Drawing)

Task: Using Microsoft Word, create an acrostic poem using your name.Acrostic poem hint: The words used in your poem should be adjectives that describe you and be appropriate to the grade level 7.

Each word should start with the letter from your name.
Design brief: (design specifications)
Include the following· a title (you may use word art)· your first and last name· one graphic
You must fill the entire 8 x 11 “ page.You will be marked on spelling, word use, and design.

Design process: Plan
(It will be helpful for you to read over the ENTIRE assignment before starting on Step 1)


Step 1 Create a word document and answer the following questions in complete sentences:
Save your reflection as beforeacrostic your initials. Eg. beforeacrosticbs.doc

1. How will I make sure that my word use and spelling is accurate?
2. How will I find appropriate words for every letter of your first and last name?
3. How can I make an acrostic poem about me eye-catching and interesting to look at?
4. How will I make sure that I completed all aspects of the assignment accurately and completely?

Part II Design Process - Create
Saving: Create a folder in your home H: drive labeled 7IT projects.

Your acrostic poem file should be saved using your initials and the word acrostic
e.g. Bart Simpson bsacrostic.doc – would be the documents name.
Save in shared drive as well.

There is a simple rubric. You will also do a peer assessment (mark your own peers).

Rubric: 1 With assistance2 With some assistance3 Accurately4 Creatively and independently

Design (use of space and readability) 1---2---3---4
Spelling/grammar 1---2---3---4
Word Use 1---2---3---4
Saving (only Miss R will mark) 1---2---3---4
Design Process - Evaluate

Create a new document called afteracrosticbs.doc (your initials though)
This is your reflection. The first was your plan on how to complete the assignment. This reflection is for you to write what you actually did. If you changed your plans or strategy, please write about it.

1. How did I make sure that my word use and spelling was accurate?
2. How did I find appropriate words for every letter of your first and last name?
3. How did I make an acrostic poem about me eye-catching and interesting to look at?

4. What did you learn about how you complete an assignment by going through this activity?

7A, 7C, 7E, 7G word drawing toolbar IT assignment Feb.

Microsoft Drawing Toolbar

Part 1:

Create a new document in word.

Save your document in your H: (home drive) as drawing tools (yourinitials)

Part 2:

Using the Drawing Toolbar

Go to View  Toolbar  Drawing on the top part of your new word document.

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For the rest of the period, experiment using a variety of the tools of the drawing toolbar.

1. Word Art Click on the Blue slanted capital A.

2. Change the size.

3. Change some of the view properties (colour).

Note: You can move and size the WordArt drawing object with the mouse just as you would with any other drawing object.

You can edit a selected WordArt object by clicking the WordArt command on the Format menu or by right-clicking the WordArt object and then clicking Format WordArt. (Shortcut is Alt + o)You may also double-click a WordArt object to redisplay the Edit WordArt Text dialog box.

Part 2.

You can choose your WordArt object once again, then click on the Shape button on the WordArt toolbar.

(It says Abc on the face of the icon.) A grid of 40 different shapes appears.

Part 3

Create a text box.

You can go to Insert  Text book (from the pull down menu) or you can choose the box with A and writing (beside the eclipse).

Once you click on the icon, you can draw a box of any size.

Double click the text book to change its properties.

Note: If you change the line color to “no line” the box will disappear.

Any text that you type will seem to float in the air.

This is a great method to organize pieces of data on a page. Eg. text and photos that you would like to arrange.

You can also change the fill (experiment) what happens when you click “image”?

Part 4: Inserting photos into a word document

Do NOT copy and paste images.

To remind you how to save images.

First find an APPROPRIATE image on the internet.

Right click.

Choose “save picture as:”

Name your image.

Save to you 7 IT folder.

Now try drawing a text box and THEN inserting a picture into the text box.

The text box allows you the freedom to move the picture around.

Part 5: Experiment with a number of tools in the drawing toolbar.

Using the drawing toolbar practice

Complete the Drawing Toolbar exercise.






Write a reflection about your activity today using Microsoft Word.
Type in complete sentences. (Don't forget to spellcheck.)
Remember no MSN/chat language for I.T. - it's still school.

Design Process journal - Feb. ____



Today I ..........(What did you do?)


Today I learned....(Explain anything new that you tried and/or learned.)


I still wonder about.....(any questions? please ask I'll show you next week).

Acrostic IT assignment (7A, 7C, 7E and 7G)

An Acrostic - about me!

Guiding question: What skills do I need in order to accurately complete an assignment on time?

At the end of this activity, students will:

• explore using Microsoft Word and its drawing tools

• use proper naming of files and save in two different places on the network (H: home and shared drives 0196 Student folder)

• use the Design Process to ensure that he/she follows directions, makes use of space and spell checks a written assignment

(Hint: to find the drawing tools go to View --> Toolbars ----> Drawing)

Task: Using Microsoft Word, create an acrostic poem using your name.
Acrostic poem hint: The words used in your poem should be adjectives that describe you and be appropriate to the grade level 7.
Each word should start with the letter from your name.

Design brief: (design specifications)

Include the following
· a title (you may use word art)
· your first and last name
· one graphic

You must fill the entire 8 x 11 “ page.
You will be marked on spelling, word use, and design.

Design process: Plan

Step 1

Create a word document and answer the following questions in complete sentences:

1. How will I make sure that my word use and spelling is accurate?

2. How will I find appropriate words for every letter of your first and last name?

3. How can I make an acrostic poem about me eye-catching and interesting to look at?

4. How will I make sure that I completed all aspects of the assignment accurately and completely?

Part II Design Process - Create

Saving: Create a folder in your home H: drive labeled 7IT projects.
Save your reflection as beforeacrostic your initials. Eg. beforeacrosticbs.doc

Your acrostic poem file should be saved using your initials and the word acrostic

e.g. Bart Simpson bsacrostic.doc – would be the documents name.

There is a simple rubric. You will also do a peer assessment (mark your own peers).

Rubric: 1 With assistance
2 With some assistance
3 Accurately
4 Creatively and independently


Design (use of space and readability) 1---2---3---4
Spelling/grammar 1---2---3---4
Word Use 1---2---3---4
Saving (only Miss R will mark) 1---2---3---4


Design Process - Evaluate
Create a new document called afteracrosticbs.doc (your initials though)

This is your reflection. The first was your plan on how to complete the assignment. This reflection is for you to write what you actually did. If you changed your plans or strategy, please write about it.

1. How did I make sure that my word use and spelling was accurate?

2. How did I find appropriate words for every letter of your first and last name?

3. How did I make an acrostic poem about me eye-catching and interesting to look at?

4. What did you learn about how you complete an assignment by going through this activity?

7IT "Back to School" - using TEL to submit work, word page design

Back to school!?

Name: ______________

Messages can be written, verbal or non-verbal.

You are going to practice communicating messages using images, saving and attaching documents to TEL, as well as using the Word Drawing toolbar (eg. Drawing text boxes) and arranging images, during this quick assignment.

Guiding question: How can I communicate my emotions and feelings using technology?

Task:

Part A: Using Microsoft Word and one page 81/2 x 11 communicate how you are feeling about returning to school for 2008!

You must:

• use the entire page space (think of elements of design, use of space, use of pictures, arrangement of pictures)

• use images that communicate your feelings (show don’t tell)

• be appropriate and honest

Part B:

Save your document and send it to Miss Reinsalu using TEL communication software.

You must attach the document to a message and send it to her via valia.reinsalu@tel.tdsb.on.ca

To log-in to TEL from home please go to: http://tel.tdsb.on.ca/

Your rubric:

Use of images: 1-2-3-4 _____

Use of space: 1-2-3-4 _____

Communicate message effectively: 1-2-3-4 _____

Timeliness 1-2-3-4 _____

Follows instructions 1-2-3-4 _____

Overall mark: _______

Additional comments:

Attaching files/pictures using TEL (web version)

How to save an attachment

1. Go onto your TEL account at home via http://tel.tdsb.on.ca

2. Create a new message.

On the left hand side go to create.

Choose:

New Message

3. Click on Browse. You will then need to find where your documents/files/photos are on your computer hard drive (or USB).

4. Double click on your file name. Then click ATTACH.

Your file will have been attached to your message.

Send the message to yourself or to your conference.

(

Remember to click the word ADD after typing the name in the To: field. The message will only be sent to names that have a person and trash box beside them.)

Group project checklist (I.T. spending $10,000)

Group project (checklist)

Step by step list for group project completion

Note: bold items should be saved in shared drive and presented as part of your proposal

• Group name

• Group consensus on how to spend money $10,000

• Rough copy survey (individual) include the sample

(who you want to give survey to)

• Nine group PROCESS JOURNALS (TEL)

• Good copy -survey (group)

• Collection of survey results

• Graphing of one survey question results (individual)

• Good copy -graphing of one survey question results (group)

Remember Area of Interaction guiding question:

How best can I display data in a visual way to show information?

• Collection of item(s) / service(s) prices

• Creation of spreadsheet of prices (including tax) up to $10,000

• Overall proposal presentation plan (who is saying what, when to present to the class)

• Presentation

• Individual group and self-assessments (three process journal entries)

Survey (step-by-step) 7 I.T.

How to write a survey.

Notes:

1. Decide what information you want to gather from the survey.

Eg. You want to spend 10,000 and you want to know if students/staff at the school would be interested

in HOW you want to spend the money.

2. Keep the survey as short as possible, asking only those questions that will provide the information you need.

Eg. Don’t ask about garbage when you want to know about people’s opinions on gym equipment.

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My blog is: http://classofmissreinsalu.blogspot.com

To get onto tel at home go to:

http:// tel.tdsb.on.ca

Note: You should be working on this over the next three days.

n this case, close-ended questions are better than open-ended.

You want to be able to tally the answers AND then graph your results later.

Closed questions can be:

A ratings scale like:

Example (circle one) We need more gym equipment at school.

Strongly agree agree neutral/no opinion disagree strongly disagree

Are better than…

strongly agree strongly disagree

(You want to get and compile information that is easier to graph later.)

Another type of closed question can be a simple.

e.g.

We need more gym equipment.

Yes No Maybe

Or give choices

If we bought new equipment, we should spend it on.

a) balls (soccer, volleyball) b) jerseys c) lacrosse d)other

If other, what ideas do you have? (Please list a few.)

* Note this is an open question but good for providing evidence when

you do your presentation later. "Some people thought we should get

more equipment for things such as: ....)

When you get back your surveys, you tally the results and graph them.

The graphs will help give proof to why YOUR ideas are best.

1. Decide on your area to spend the money.

2. Think of questions to ask on your survey.

3. Design a survey (individual)

4. Meet with your group to share your surveys.

5. Decide on what part(s) will go on your ONE group survey.

6. Do a good copy of the survey, save it and e-mail it to Miss Reinsalu.

(Use your tel: valia.reinsalu@tel.tdsb.on.ca)

Please also e-mail me if you have questions.

This is for grade 7 I.T. classes only...please see next post (and previous post for links and work)

Congratulations, Milne Valley is $10,000 richer!

How would YOU improve the school?

If YOU had $10,000 to improve the school, what would you do?

Which group, subject and/or area would you devote your newly found funds to? How would you make that decision? How could you decide?

You and your group have been assigned to fact-find and then create a presentation that will convince student council, Ms. Bell and Ms. Cooper where the $10,000 should go.

You have been given one time funding only. So you should spend as much money close to $10,000 (including tax), or you will lose the remaining funds.

Some ideas could be: Green team (environmental improvements), Extracurricular (additional resources, sports equipment, etc.), Educational (guest speakers, trips), Equipment (computer, white boards, instruments, art supplies and/or other items to be purchased for school use).

Use on-line internet catalogues / databases, surveying the student population and other resources to help you research. Be realistic. Consult the TDSB web site to make sure your plan would be allowed in a school.

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Guiding question: How can I best present information / data in a meaningful way using Excel?

Area of interaction: Approaches to learning.

After completing this assignment you will:

- further developing problem solving and decision making skills
- use spreadsheet program functions in order to communicate information
- fine tune group organizational skills
- learn how to keep a process journal
- use communication software to work with others

Area of Interaction: Community and Service: How best can I make a difference in my local school community?

Curriculum ties: Mathematics (data management - graphing) (numeration - calculation spreadsheet)
Visual Arts - developing visual presentation (graphs and data)
Language Arts - oral and visual communication (using visual presentation to communicate information, communication software - design process journal posts, oral group presentation of findings)

During your presentation, you and your group will keep a “design process journal.” You will post a message to your class conference three times a week to discuss: what you did, what you changed, what you decided to change/why and other information to keep on track.

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Final Presentation Checklist

Your final presentation should include:

• Your proposal (explanation of what your group thinks the money should be spent on and why (use evidence from survey and your graph to back up your opinions)

• A sample of your survey (of school needs / wants) printed out

• One graph (best showing the needs of the school based on student survey or other information to back up your plan eg. If you decide to buy new t.v., a graph to compare ) printed out

• One spreadsheet (itemized with taxes) of your spending plan

• Implementation plan (a timeline of where and how the school will use the $10,000)

• Nine group process journal entries, three individual process journal entries using TEL communication software
  

During your presentation, you and your group will keep a “design process journal.” You will post a message to your class conference three times a week to discuss: what you did, what you changed, what you decided to change/why and other information to keep on track.

My group members are: __________________________________

Date assigned: ______________________ Date due: ________________________

Group Name : __________________________

Calculate
Using spreadsheet calculations, show your invoicing (eg. How you spend your 10,000 including taxes for each item)

Survey your student population where should the money be spent? if you’ve decided on what to use the money for which item(s) should you choose? Eg. Sports equipment, what kind?

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TO HELP YOU STAY ON TRACK, YOU MAY WANT TO FOLLOW THESE STEPS

INVESTIGATE

1. Identify appropriate categories of information that can be represented using Excel.(Think: What can I put on a spreadsheet and do calculations?)

2. Find appropriate factual information. (Go to the internet, find other data sources and collect your own data using a survey. If you need help distributing your survey, see me (Miss Reinsalu) for assistance.)

3. Find out the appropriate type of charts to be used to represent the data you collected in a meaningful fashion. (charts eg. Graphs: remember when to use bar graphs, pie graphs, scatter plot and line graphs)

PLAN

Excel worksheet and graph

4. A) Outline some ideas for the different layout of your data in the table (tabular) form. Have at least one per group member.

Choose one table (or ideas from each table) to make your final presentation chart. Post one design process post to explain why you chose the table format that you did.

4. B) Outline some ideas about how your graph will look (at least one per group member).

Choose one graph (or ideas from each graph) for your final presentation. Post one design process post to explain why you chose the graph format that you did.

5. Prepare a one-minute presentation which will outline why you chose to collect the data that you did. What is the usefulness of the data presented in the chart and in graphical as well as in the tabular (t-chart) form as well.

CREATE

6. Create Excel worksheet which will contain the survey data both as a chart (on the spreadsheet) and as a graph. (This is your group's good copy. Remember that I am
marking all steps in the process though.)

7. Indicate on the bottom of your Excel worksheet your name, your class and
the date created. Save your document in your shared folder.

EVALUATE

8. Each group member must do a self assessment. How did you work as part of the team?
How were you able to collaborate eg. sometimes work at consensus to agree on a particular action and/or idea. Each student should post an entry to your process journal.

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Process journal prompts (suggested)

Investigate and Plan stages

First entry: subject line: process journal entry 1 (group name)

Today we accomplished:

Today we planned:

Next we will:

Second entry:

Today we ….

We changed …..

We changed the plan because…..

Next we will…

Third entry: (collection of survey information)

Today we…..

We changed ----

We changed the plan because….

Next we will…..

(minimum three – end of first week)

Create stage

Fourth entry: Creation of data spreadsheet

Fifth entry: Creation of graph

Sixth entry: Choice of data spreadsheet for good copy and why

Seventh entry: Choice of graph for good copy and why

Eighth entry: Today we accomplished

Today we changed..

We changed because…

Next we will….

Ninth entry: Evaluate (group evaluation of making sure all steps and parts are complete)

We are finished are project because…

We are sure because…

Next we will…

Tenth entry: ONE ENTRY PER GROUP MEMBER Subject: Planning the presentation Group name

(parts to be presented by each person)

Today we….

We learned….

Next I will….

Eleventh entry: ONE ENTRY PER GROUP MEMBER Subject: After the presentation Group name

Today I ….

I learned…..

Next time I will….

Twelfth entry: ONE ENTRY PER GROUP MEMBER

Subject: Self evaluation group name

After looking at the rubric

I would give us ____ for Criterion A because….

I would give us ____ for Criterion B because….

I would give myself ___ for Criterion E because…..

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Assessment Criteria (A, B and E)

CRITERION A—INVESTIGATE

0 (R)	The student has not reached a standard described by any of the descriptors
50-59 1-2	The student shows little knowledge and ability in identifying and applying technological research skills. There is hardly any attempt to analyse the problem about how to spend $10,000 for school improvement..
60-69 3-4	The student demonstrates some knowledge and ability I when identifying and applying technological research skills .Some comments are there about the significance of the solution, about how to spend $10,000 for school improvement.
70 - 79 5-6	The student demonstrates clear and consistent application of technological research skills. Personal comments, original thought about the need and some analysis of the significance of product or solution, about how to spend $10,000 for school improvement, for students are evident.
80 - 100 7-8	The student demonstrates excellent foresight when identifying and applying technological research skills. There is high degree of questioning and critical analysis. A clear understanding of the potential significance of the product or solution about spending $10,000 is manifest.

CRITERION B—PLAN

0 (R)	The student has not reached a standard described by any of the descriptors below.
50-59 1-2	The student shows limited ability to identify and consider priorities about using Excel to present data (spending spreadsheet and/or graphing survey data). The student is unable to predict outcomes. The explanation about the presentation is unclear.
60 - 69 3-4	The student shows some ability to identify priorities and consider outcomes about using Excel to present data (spending spreadsheet and/or graphing survey data). There is adequate communication of ideas. Time required for each activity is also mentioned.
70 - 79 5-6	The student demonstrates consistently the ability to identify priorities and consider possible outcomes about using Excel to present data (spending spreadsheet and/or graphing survey data) within a given timeframe. Ideas are communicated effectively. Time required for each activity is clearly mentioned with major tasks divided into subtasks.
80-100 7-8	The student show excellent ability to identify and consider a wide range of resources and strategies when using Excel to present data (spending spreadsheet and/or graphing survey data). The ideas are thoroughly developed and communicated. The work shows an outstanding level of time management and logical planning.

CRITERION E:PERSONAL ENGAGEMENT AND INDEPENDENCE

This criterion focuses on an overall assessment of two aspects.

A, The students personal engagement (motivation, general attitude ,confidence etc..)

B, The degree of personal independence (and interdependence on the group) in his/her work.

50 - 59 (level 1) 1	The student has displayed a satisfactory standard in one aspect listed above (personal engagement to group project / personal independence and group interdependence).
60 - 69 (level 2) 2	The student has displayed a satisfactory standard in both of the aspects listed above (personal engagement to group project and personal independence and group interdependence).
70 - 79 (level 3) 3	The student has displayed a high standard in one aspect listed above and satisfactory standard in the other above (personal engagement to group project / personal independence and group interdependence).
80 - 100 (level 4) 4	The student has displayed a very high standard in both aspects listed above (personal engagement to group project / personal independence and group interdependence).

Excel Create a Crossword 7 I.T.

Excel Crossword



Create a Crossword
First create a new document in a word processing program.

The word processing program that I use is _____________________________________.

Write the definitions of 10 of the following words:
To discover the words open up the Excel or another SPREADSHEET program to remind you of what the words mean. Please be specific and detailed.

sheet tab -

cell -

range -

row -

column -

value -

label -

functions -

formula bar -

auto cell -

spreadsheet -

calculations -

mean -

menu bar -

sum -

save your file: yourinitialscrossword eg. miss reinsalu vrcrossword

2. Now go to http://www.crosswordpuzzlegames.com/create.html
Copy and paste your 10 words and definitions (Hint) into the spaces provided.
Click: Create my crossword.
Select your crossword and clues. Copy and paste them onto your word document.

Save everything.

Send the file to Miss Reinsalu.

Print a copy out and hand in one at school.

spreadsheet vocabulary crossword

Please copy and paste the following list into a word processing document.
sheet tab
cell
range
row
column
value
label
functions
formula bar
auto cell
spreadsheet
calculations
mean
menu bar
sum

Go to (click) Make your own crossword and create a crossword.
(Choose 10 words from the list.)
Go to the Excel program to help you create your definitions in your own words.
Start ---> Programs---> Microsoft Excel




Once you have your crossword COPY and PASTE it into a word document.
Save the document into your shared drive *your intials and spreadsheet eg. vrspreadsheet.doc

You will be assessed:

- accuracy and clarity (quality) of definitions 1-2-3-4
- spelling and grammar (syntax) 1-2-3-4
- design 1-2-3-4
- following instructions 1-2-3-4

IT first assignment now overdue Sept. 21, 2007

Here is a copy of the first I.T. assignment.
Note: Miss Reinsalu will still accept assignments. However, no more class time will be given unless a student has been absent or missed classes for other reasons.

Microsoft Word and its tools
Name: __________________

(Hint: to find the drawing tools go to View --> Toolbars ----> Drawing)

Using Microsoft Word, create an acrostic poem using your name.
The words used in your poem should be adjectives that describe you.
Each word should start with the letter from your name.

You must include the following
· a title (you may use word art)
· your first and last name
· one graphic

Your graphic should fill the entire 8 x 11 “ page.
You will be marked on spelling, word use, and design.
Create a folder in your home H: drive labeled IT projects.
Save your file using your initials and acrostic e.g. Bart Simpson (bsacrostic.doc).


Before you start think about:
How will I make sure that my word use and spelling is accurate?
How will I find appropriate words for every letter of your first and last name?
How can I make an acrostic poem about me eye-catching and interesting to look at?

Rubric
Level
1
2
3
4

With assistance
With some assistance
Accurately
Creatively and independently
Design (use of space and readability)




Spelling/grammar




Word Use




Saving





Once you're done, answer the following questions by creating a second file. Please save it to your home drive AND to the shared drive on the network with your class name.
Please use complete sentences.

Reflection:
What steps did I take to complete this assignment and following the directions?
How did I make sure that my word use and spelling was accurate?
How did I find appropriate words for every letter of your first and last name?
How did I make an acrostic poem about me eye-catching and interesting to look at?

I.T. class reading

reading number 1

The Design Process

(adapted from http://www.bergen.org/technology/despro.html (for more details go to the web site)

The design process is used in manufacturing. Usually a need is identified and the inventor/designer meets the need. Once the prototype is approved, the design is manufactured (built as per specifications).

THE PROBLEM – also think of as a “need” remember the Greatest Canadian Invention? What need did each of the inventors try to fill?

THE DESIGN BRIEF- think of it as the “solution” or meeting the need
PROBLEM: Blind people cannot play many of the indoor games available to sighted people.
· DESIGN BRIEF: Design a game of dominoes that can be played by blind people.
· PROBLEM: The handle of a pot becomes too hot to hold when the pot is heated.
· DESIGN BRIEF: Design a handle that remains cool when the pot is heated.

INVESTIGATION

FUNCTION: A functional object must solve the problem described previously. The basic question to ask is “How will I use this?”
APPEARANCE: How will the object look? The shape, color, and texture should make the object attractive.
MATERIALS: What materials are available to you? You should think about the cost of these materials. Are they affordable? Do they have the right physical properties, such as strength, rigidity, color, and durability?
CONSTRUCTION: Will it be hard to make? Consider what methods you will need to cut, shape, form, join, and finish the material.
SAFETY: The object you design must be safe to use. It should not cause accidents.

DEVELOPING ALTERNATIVE SOLUTIONS

CHOOSING A SOLUTION

MODELS AND PROTOTYPES

TESTING AND EVALUATING

(Does it work? Does it meet the design brief? Will modifications improve the solution?)

MANUFACTURING

production of item. “The company is satisfied with the design. It knows that it is marketable (will sell). It must decide how many to make. Products may be mass-produced in low volume or high volume. Specialized medical equipment is produced in hundreds. Othe products, for example nuts and bolts, are produced in large volume. Millions may be made.

The task of making the product is divided into jobs. Each worker trains to do one job. As workers complete their special jobs, the product takes shape. Mass production saves time. Since workers train to do a particular job, each becomes skilled in that job. Also, automatic equipment does such things as:
· Cut and shape materials
· Weld parts together
· Spray on final finishes

Think of “How do they make that?” videos.
The process must be recorded checked and rechecked so that the manufacturing is reproducible.


Draw a diagram to help you remember the Design process.
(use arrows or lines to show the process)

I.T. classes Design Process Power Point assignment

Power Point / Design Process

Name: ___________________

1. Read over the note about the steps to the design process

   eg. Steps that are taken from an idea to an actually manufactured product.

2. Make a sketch (first with a pencil in the box below, then use the word drawing tool bar) to isolate the steps of the “Design Process.”

(Note: there are six main steps in the note.

MYP outlines five key ideas...............

• investigate

• design

• plan

• create

• evaluate.

(Use both notes to help you define what the five MYP steps are.)

3. Choose an object that can be manufactured (You may use a real object OR create a new one. Please check and get Miss Reinsalu to approve.)

My object is ____________________________________________________________ .

I chose this object because __________________________________________________

4. Research some of the history of the invention and development of the object.

From what you learn, create a power point presentation that would teach a class about the five main steps of the Design Process.

Refer to the rubric to see how your project will be marked. (Minimum 6 pages.)

Due date: _____________________________

(please turn page over – PTO)

An example.......

Investigate

Step 1: Problem: (the need / want to be filled)

eg. A pot's handle gets hot when cooked.)

Describe the problem as clearly as you can.

Design

Step 2: Design Brief (how you hope / intend to solve the problem)

eg. Create a handle that will NOT get hot when cooked (without having to wear something extra on your hand).

Describe the solution that you want.

Plan

Step 3: Research (what is available, what can you use, find, invent to solve the problem. What is possible?)

eg. Scientists work on many different kinds of materials in research. Or There are some other cooking utensils that use a particular substance that won't get hot using regular cooking temperatures.

Create

Step 4: Think of alternate solutions / pick the “best” one

(Out of all the possibilities, which solution is the most effective? Works the best? Is the cheapest? Damages the environment and animals left? Uses current technology versus one yet to be invented or developed? Pros and cons.

eg. One company has the patent on material X so we will use material Y. It's a bit more expensive but the company producing Y is willing to produce the material for us quickly and uses solar power.

Evaluate

Step 5. Create prototype/model and test out

Try your choice out in real life and laboratory situations.

eg. Try out the pot in a variety of situations. Test it in a lab, at homes and even restaurant settings. Collect information from users about how the pot looks, cooks and (MOST IMPORTANTLY) does the handle stay cool?

Finally, manufacture and/or start process again.

eg. Material Y DOES not get hot under normal conditions, but laboratory testing shows that after five uses, the handle falls off. Start again (or maybe find a better way to attach the handle!)

If everything is okay and the prototype is appropriate have a manufacture run. If you still need to work out some details, start again. Fine tune your model, research some more, create another model/prototype and retest again.

Immediate questions: ____________________________________________________________________

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I.T. microsoft assignment

Microsoft Word and its tools
Name: __________________

(Hint: to find the drawing tools go to View --> Toolbars ----> Drawing)

Using Microsoft Word, create an acrostic poem using your name.
The words used in your poem should be adjectives that describe you.
Each word should start with the letter from your name.

You must include the following
· a title (you may use word art)
· your first and last name
· one graphic

Your graphic should fill the entire 8 x 11 “ page.
You will be marked on spelling, word use, and design.
Create a folder in your home H: drive labeled IT projects.
Save your file using your initials and acrostic e.g. Bart Simpson (bsacrostic.doc).


Before you start think about:
How will I make sure that my word use and spelling is accurate?
How will I find appropriate words for every letter of your first and last name?
How can I make an acrostic poem about me eye-catching and interesting to look at?

Rubric: 1 With assistance
2 With some assistance
3 Accurately
4 Creatively and independently


Design (use of space and readability)
Spelling/grammar
Word Use
Saving


Once you're done, answer the following questions. Please use complete sentences.

Reflection:

How did I make sure that my word use and spelling was accurate?
How did I find appropriate words for every letter of your first and last name?
How did I make an acrostic poem about me eye-catching and interesting to look at?