Schedule


 * __ 661 Assignment Detail: __**


 * Assignment 1 – Due Day 2 – 9AM – 10% of grade**

Create a PowerPoint to show entire class that explains your chosen “part”. Description How it works as part of the computer What it looks like (picture/drawing) What is the cost of your part Size/options How long will it last – if you can find it. Where can you buy it (3 places with prices) Options – if there are any

What is needed to set up YOUR home network for a desktop computer, one wireless laptop and a printer? List all __networking__ equipment with costs (include all wiring and network cards). What steps need to be completed to get it all to work? Be sure to address security and settings! There are many web sites that describe this process. You may also share your findings with each other. I am also available for assistance. Attach this document to the assignment tab in the course shell. See rubric for grading specifications. You do not actually need to purchase and install these things – BUT if you have them – explain how they are set up and accessed!
 * Assignment 2 – Networking - Due by Day 2 – 2PM– 10% of grade - Upload**

Talk to your district Technology Coordinator or other technology leader who is involved with purchasing technology in your district. Prepare a document that outlines the requirements and specifications for computers and related technology in your district. (make a table) Is this technology purchased on bid or just as needed? When is the purchase made? How is software purchased? How are computers set up and by whom?
 * Assignment 3 –School District Specs Due by Day 3 – 5PM – 10% of grade – Upload**

You might work with a colleague for the interview, however – prepare your own analysis of the requirements and installation. Attach this document to the assignment tab in the course shell.


 * Assignment 4 – Field Trip presentation – Day 3 – 7PM - Group - 10% of grade**

Tour a technology using or building business with class mates and produce a PowerPoint presentation about their uses of technology and how they purchase and choose computers and related technology.

Create a 5 minute PowerPoint presentation about your tour and what you learned. Include at least 2 pictures of the business or their technology and one quote from an employee of the business. This will be a group presentation and grade!

Create an analysis document that compares 2 brands of computers and make a choice based on cost and value. Choose either a laptop or desktop computer and include ALL parts needed – including networking and printing. Choose an actual budget you can afford. Your findings will be presented to the class – use PowerPoint or handouts.
 * Assignment 5 – Due Day 4 – 9AM – 20% of grade - Upload**
 * Purchasing a Computer** –

Define specifications for computer – Choose desktop or laptop and minimum specifications – including: Processor, memory, hard drive, monitor, keyboard (extra), video cards, network cards, printer/scanner, etc. – set minimum specs for each. Relate your choices to your district guidelines.

General layout: Pg. 1 – list of specifications – including budget Pg. 2 – Comparison chart (table or Excel) include cost & upgrades Pg 3/4– write an analysis and reasons for choice.

Attach this document to the assignment tab in the course shell. You will present your findings to class on last day of class (this can be a powerpoint, handouts, or just web sites). (9AM)


 * Assignment 6 – paper AND presentation - Day 4 - 10AM – 10% of grade**

Research new technology paper, or other class related topic presentation (5 minutes), done between weekend classes. Present in on Day 4. This needs to be completed before the second weekend.

a. Research some "cutting edge" technology and write a 2 page summary of how it could be used in or impact education. **UPLOAD -** Attach this document to the assignment tab in the course shell.

b. Produce a simple Presentation of your findings – use Powerpoint or handouts (5 minutes)

Key to Access Smart Pen Smart Phones DVRs BluRay I-pod Touch MP3 players Bluetooth HDTV Nanotechnology Digital Video Cameras Linux Next-generation cell phones Blogs WebCasting New Macs Tabletop Computers Podcasting Response Systems Document Cameras Skype
 * Possible Topics: - Explore for new-better ones**

Class Participation – 20% (10% each weekend) Vocab list Parts ID - labs Game Live Discussions Online Discussions – 10% - You MUST read ALL posts and logon at least twice each week! Week 1 - Your computer experiences Week 2 – TIP – on computer use Week 3 – Computer Help/troubleshooting web site/Virus Week 4 – Mac vs PC
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