This week we will begin our next section on electronic communication and online safety. We will answer the following Essential Questions:

• Once you locate credible information, what criteria will determine if you can legally use it?
• What are the types of electronic communication?
• What personal information should I protect when online?
• What are warning signs and precautions related to online safety?
• What are online hazards and how do I safeguard my computer?

Here is the agenda for our first week:

Monday, February 1: INCLEMENT WEATHER DAY

Tuesday, February 2: Obj. 1.02 The student will understand how to validate, authenticate, and legally use information from the Internet.

• Video: Copyright or Wrong?
• Group Activity: Interpreting Copyright Law
• Obj. 1.02 Outline Study Guide
• Obj. 1.02 VoCATS Study Guide
• Quiz 1.02 Tuesday!!

Wednesday, February 3 (EARLY RELEASE DAY): Obj. 2.01 The students will recall components of electronic communication.

• Quiz: Obj. 1.02
• Notes/discussion: Electronic Communication PowerPoint
  • Students complete Graphic Organizer
• Email practice

Thursday, February 4: Obj. 2.01 The students will recall components of electronic communication.

• Download Skype for Instant Messaging
• Setup webcameras for video calling
• Text Messaging Practice

Friday, February 5: Obj. 2.01 The student will remember the rules of online safety.

• Notes/discussion: Online Safety PowerPoint
  • Students complete Graphic Organizer
• Begin 2.02 Student Activities

Previous Weeks:

Jan. 21-29