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Henry Ford Community College CIS 221/Spring 2014Henry Ford Community College CIS 221/Spring 2014

June 4, 2014June 4, 2014PowerPoint PresentationPowerPoint Presentation

Kimberli FordKimberli Ford

PurposePurpose

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• http://www.brainpop.com

• Description: A group of educational websites with hundreds of short Flash-based movies and activities for students in grades K-12 covering a variety of subjects.

• Usage in the Classroom:– You can show the videos and do the activities

as a class using an interactive whiteboard.– Students can view the videos and do the

activities as a computer center– You can use the accompanying lesson plans to

help you plan your lessons using the BrainPop resources.

– Use BrainPopESL to help English Language Learners work on their vocabulary

Brain Pop/Brain Pop Jr.

Description: A site that has NUMEROUS resources for teachers and students such as lesson plans, printables, articles, educational videos, interactive whiteboard lessons, computer games, book wizards, interactive e-books, and even a classroom webpage builder.

Usage in the Classroom:

You can show the videos and do the activities as a class using an interactive whiteboard.

Students can view the videos and do the activities as a computer center

You can use the accompanying lesson plans and resources to help you plan lessons.

http://www2.scholastic.com/browse/teach.jsp

Scholastic

Pros:• Web-based• Age appropriate activities• Sorted by age and subject• Integrated into core subjects• Research-based resources for teachers• Most of the content is freeCons:• Some content requires paid subscription• Must have internet access• Site can be a bit overwhelming so it takes some

time to learn all of the resources

PBS Kids and PBS Kids PBS Kids and PBS Kids LabLabPros:

Effortlessly accessible, very high-quality graphics and abundance amount of resources for kids, teachers and parents from both PBS Kids and PBS Kids Lab.

Cons:Because of the abundance amount of resources may be overwhelming. The large variety of information to consume, children may need some parent/teacher guidance to access specific television programs and/or specific games related to the television program. http://www.pbskids.org/go

http://pbskids.org/lab/

PBS Kids and PBS Kids Labs

Description:

Easily accessible learning tools that features children favorite PBS characters in a variety of curricular areas. Very simple to use--but monitor if game play is your goal and not simply video viewing. Most games use the mouse or very few keyboard keys (arrows, space bar, etc.) to operate. All of the sections do require sound, so headphones may be necessary. Students may also need assistance finding the games related to each show in the beginning as there are several sections. Great for Pre-K and primary grade levels as skill review. All of the games relate to an academic or social skill--and are also good for teaching basic mouse and keyboard skills. Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood focuses on social skills. Super Why and Word Girl work on literacy skills. Sid the Science Kid, Dinosaur Train, and Cat in the Hat each deal with math and science concepts. Cat in the Hat and Wild Kratts are great for animal lovers. The Electric Company covers a wide variety of topics including literacy, math, and problem solving

• Technical Skills

• Motivation

• Engagement

• Puts students in an active role

• Increased self-esteem

• Accomplishment of more complex tasks

• Attention to audienceResources

www.googleimages.comwww.pbskids.org

www.scholastic.orgwww.brainpop.org

About MeMy name is Kimberli Ford. I am currently a 2nd year student at Henry Ford Community College. I am anticipating receiving my Associate degree in Liberal Arts in the winter of 2014, then I will transfer to Oakland Community College for a year of additional studies for Mental health/Social work so I will be eligible to apply for licensing as a Social Worker Technician from the State of Michigan. I will then pursue my bachelors degree from Wayne State school of social work.

I made a decision to become a social worker after having a childcare facility for 14 years and seeing the need of many of the children and families in my care who had multiple needs and no resources, all while being a single mother myself to four beautiful children I was weathering a storm however, I had to stand strong. It was then I realized my passion to help others. So understanding there is truly a need that must be met in order to provide families with stability and encouragement while continuing to cope with challenges. This has made it even clearer for me that I must continue my ambition and follow my passion.