TECHNOLOGY

WEEK SIX DAY ONE  

Lesson Title: Introduction to Using E-mail

Subject Matter/Life Skill Area: Technology Strand  

Learning Level/Prerequisite Skills: 9^th grade reading/math level, working knowledge of the Internet  

Lesson Length: One hour  

Instruction Type: Whole group discussion with individuals working separately at their computers.  

Overview and Rationale:  

Students will have the opportunity to gain an understanding of how to use electronic mail. Students will understand how to set up an email account.  

Learning Objectives/ Skills:  

At the completion of this lesson, students will be able to utilize an e-mail system for correspondence.  

Skills: Writing, creative thinking, reasoning, self-management, understands systems  

Materials/ Equipment Needed:  

Pencil and paper

Chalkboard and chalk

Computers with Internet and e-mail access

Diskette

Handout: Everything E-mail

How to Prepare:

This session will incorporate some whole class instruction but will mainly allow students the opportunity to learn about using email from an Internet source. The instructor should be familiar with the e-mail service provider that is available and how to send and receive e-mail.

Introduction / Warm up / Review:

Ask students if they can explain what email is and who has it. Let students know that they will be learning about email and how to use it effectively.

Presentation of Lesson:

Pass out the handout to students and allow some time for students to skim the handout, about five minutes. Facilitate a class discussion on the handout, particularly making note of any links students want to visit when they go online.

Practice / Activity:

Have students log on to the address listed on the handout. (http://everythingemail.net/email_help_tips.html) Allow students time to find the Internet site and read information that is available on using email, about thirty minutes.  

After students have located information, bring class back to a whole class discussion on information they found. Write responses on board.  

Application / Transfer:  

If available, help students set up e-mail accounts using a free service provider or one available in the classroom. List students' addresses on the board and have them send email to each other. Allow some time in the next technology class for checking email.  

Reflection by Teacher:  

Were students able to access the Internet site and find relevant information about using email? Were students successful in setting up their email account and sending email?  

Planning for Next Lesson:  

Become familiar with tomorrow's lesson utilizing Microsoft Word memo templates.    

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TECHNOLOGY

WEEK SIX DAY TWO  

Lesson Title: Using Microsoft Word Templates to Write a Memo 

Subject Matter/Life Skill Area: Technology Strand  

Learning Level/Prerequisite Skills: 9^th grade reading/math level, working knowledge of the Internet  

Lesson Length: One hour  

Instruction Type: Whole group discussion with individuals working separately at their computers.  

Overview and Rationale:  

Students will have the opportunity to gain an understanding of how to use a memo template in Microsoft Word. Students will write a memo.  

Learning Objectives/ Skills:  

At the completion of this lesson, students will be able to utilize memo templates to construct a memo designed for the workplace.  

Skills: Writing, creative thinking, reasoning, self-management, understands systems  

Materials/ Equipment Needed:

Pencil and paper

Chalkboard and chalk

Computers

Diskette

How to Prepare:

This session will incorporate some whole class instruction but will mainly allow students the opportunity to learn how to use the memo templates in Microsoft Word. The instructor should be familiar with the memo templates that are available in Microsoft Word.

Introduction / Warm up / Review:

Facilitate a discussion on memos by asking students to describe the contents of a memo and what a memo might be used for.  As they do, write responses on board, under the headings of 'Contents' and 'Uses.'

Presentation of Lesson:

Using the 'Uses' column, outline a memo and its contents on the board. Walk through the various headings and the content of the memo. Leave the example on the board.

Practice / Activity:

Have students turn on their computers and open Microsoft Word. They should select 'New' from the File menu, and then the Memos Tab. Give students time to practice using the Memo templates, typing the example outlined on the board. Allow thirty minutes for this practice activity.

Application / Transfer:

Have students pair up with another student. Students can work together to draft a memo. If students are able, they can draft the memo while the partner is dictating and then change so that the other partner can draft the memo also.

Reflection by Teacher:

Students should be familiar with templates located in Microsoft Word and should feel comfortable accessing them. Students should also understand the content and uses for using a memo.

Planning for Next Lesson: 

Students will be using Microsoft Word to type their letters to employment agencies, or they can choose to type a cover letter. This activity will be self-directed, simulating a task to be done in the workplace.  

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TECHNOLOGY

WEEK SIX DAY THREE  

Lesson Title: Using Microsoft Word to Type a Job Assignment: Cover Letter or Letter to Employment Agency  

Subject Matter/Life Skill Area: Technology Strand  

Learning Level/Prerequisite Skills: 9^th grade reading/math level, working knowledge of the Internet  

Lesson Length: One hour  

Instruction Type: Individuals working separately at their computers.  

Overview and Rationale:  

Students will have the opportunity to gain put to practice the skills that they have been learning in Microsoft Word. The assignment is to work independently drafting and typing a letter to an employment agency. If students have a particular job they are interested in, they may choose to type a cover letter instead.  

Learning Objectives/ Skills:  

At the completion of this lesson, students will be able to utilize word processing skills to draft and type a letter. Students will be able to work independently, solving formatting and word processing dilemmas by using onscreen help or by seeking help from another source (text, partner).  

Skills: Writing, creative thinking, reasoning, self-management, understands systems  

Materials/ Equipment Needed:  

Pencil and paper

Chalkboard and chalk

Computers

Diskette  

How to Prepare:

This session will incorporate skills previously acquired by students during the technology strand. Students will draft their own letters using multiple sources of information, and will type their letters using word processing skills. Be prepared to offer suggestions when students are looking for information sources. Encourage students to use onscreen help in Microsoft Word.

Introduction / Warm up / Review:  

Facilitate a brief discussion on projects students will be working on during this period. Write the names of students on the board along with their tasks. Instruct students to cross off their name when the task has been completed. Students should save to a diskette and print several copies of their product.  

Presentation of Lesson:  

Ask students to identify sources of information that can be used for resources. Examples would be any text that gives examples of job seeking correspondence and onscreen help. Students may also access other students for information providing it does not interfere with production.  

Practice / Activity:  

Allow students the opportunity to decide whether they would like to draft their letters by hand or in Microsoft Word. Students should be able to begin and complete this assignment without significant direction from the instructor.  

Application / Transfer:  

When students have completed their letter, have students pair up with another student who has also completed their letter. Students can work together to edit each other's letter. They may want to print a hard copy for the editing process. If changes are necessary, partners go back to their computers and make the necessary changes. Encourage students to print another copy after the final revision.

Reflection by Teacher:  

Students should be familiar with Microsoft Word and should feel comfortable accessing appropriate word processing features available. Students should also understand the uses of onscreen help.  

Planning for Next Lesson:   

Students will be using the typing and GED software to assess their progress.    

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TECHNOLOGY

WEEK SIX DAY FOUR  

Lesson Title: Technology Review and Assessment  

Subject Matter/Life Skill Area: Technology Strand  

Learning Level/Prerequisite Skills: 9^th grade reading/math level, working knowledge of the Internet  

Lesson Length: Two hours  

Instruction Type: Group activity with presentations  

Overview and Rationale:  

Students will have the opportunity to team-teach the skills that they have been learning in Microsoft Word, Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing, and the GED software. This assignment will group students into groups no larger than two students per group and give them the opportunity to give a presentation on their assigned topic.  

Learning Objectives/ Skills:  

At the completion of this lesson, students will be able to teach skills learned from one of three programs: Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing, Microsoft Word, or GED software.  

Skills: Listening, speaking, creative thinking, reasoning, self-management, understands systems