Brooklyn College Summer Session II Course Wednesday, July 16, 2008 Integrating Word into the Curriculum 4:00-8:00 p.m. Instructor: Valrie Edwards

Contact Information  Valrie Edwards  

Agenda  Welcome & Introductions  Course Outline & Expectations   Why integrate technology?  Integrating Microsoft Word  Homework-

Why integrate technology?  Benefits  Real time info, local & global collaborations, communication, motivational, quick access to experts, quick assessment,  Issues  Training, funding, working equipment, time, not mandated by administration, equity

Steps to consider…  identify appropriate technologies to enhance your teaching and improve student learning  incorporate audio and visual elements, (including animation, charts, movie clips, images, etc.), to engage students more deeply and support different learning styles  preparing yourself for using technology  build effective technology related assignments  prepare students for online learning- use, safety and copyright concerns  discover ways in which technology can facilitate communication  identify appropriate technologies to help you manage your classes  identify potential assessment tools and techniques

Integrating Word for Teaching & Learning  Using the Standard Word Toolbar Buttons  Using the Formatting Word Toolbar buttons  Entering & editing text  Inserting & editing images  Using Page options: orientation, borders & shading  Field Trip Permission Form  Create a Sign  Book report Template  Design a Newsletter

Homework  Create a newsletter to promote an upcoming class/school project using Word Use different font size on headings Add bullets Bold headings Add an image Add a border Add shading