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I've never used this site before but I just visited and tried to re-create the scenario. If you export without naming the files it gives them semi-randomized file names.
For example, I tried it twice and my computer saved…"
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Keep the lab germ-free
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Hi teachers. How do you all keep your equipment clean in your labs? I'm currently dealing with finger smudges on monitors and younger students who haven't learned to cover their sneezes. Everyone…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jen Zupp Feb 6.
Google SketchUp (free 3D design software)
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Hi teachers,I'm wondering if any of you are using Google SketchUp in your computer labs. If so, could you share some of what you're doing? For those of you unfamiliar with it, I invite you to watch…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Mike Harvey Jan 28.
Scratch (Programming)
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I'm interested in talking with teachers who may have experience getting students programming using Scratch or similar software. The idea of it is to get kids programming simple animations or games.…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Vicky S Nov 12, 2012.
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Simulating Communication Delays (Mars Rovers)
Hi folks.I need a little help from any programming gurus. In short, I'm looking for a way to program to NXTs so that one can give the other movement commands, but with a 3-5 second delay.I was recently inspired by an article I read which described the implications of the 20 minute communication delay between earth and the rovers on Mars, like Curiosity. I'm designing a two part lesson, involving NXTs which are controlled by a second NXT via bluetooth. In the first part of the lesson, students…See More
Jacqui Murray replied to Mike Harvey's discussion NXT Display on computer monitor? in the group Robotics & Electronics & LEGOS"I just checked out that link. That is cool. I'm forwarding it to the rest of my team."
Mike Harvey replied to Mike Harvey's discussion NXT Display on computer monitor? in the group Robotics & Electronics & LEGOS"I figured it out!
I HIGHLY suggest you check out this software: http://bricxcc.sourceforge.net/utilities.html
I'm still just getting used to it, but the second icon from the end of the list of tools mirrors the NXT on the monitor. Not only…"
Jacqui Murray replied to Mike Harvey's discussion NXT Display on computer monitor? in the group Robotics & Electronics & LEGOS"Wow, that's a great question. There must be. I hope someone knows."
Mike Harvey added a discussion to the group Robotics & Electronics & LEGOSNXT Display on computer monitor?
Hi Teachers,I'm currently working with a student who has significant learning disabilities. She is accompanied by an aide who is very shy around technology and has an especially hard time seeing what is on the display of the NXT. I'm determined to make things work but I'm struggling. Do any of you know if there might be a way to mirror what's on the NXT's display to a computer's monitor? I think blowing it up would help the aide to help the student and allow them to work together without…See More
Mike Harvey replied to Cheryl Beisel's discussion User Names/Passwords"Hi Cheryl. I use the initials of the school, the first few letters of their teacher's name, and their classroom number (1-24). This way they can help each other if they forget and no personal information is used. Three capital…"
Mike Harvey replied to Mike Harvey's discussion Sub Lessons in the group Robotics & Electronics & LEGOS"Thanks Lisa! We do have BrainPop, so I will check that out for sure. I had no idea they had a module on it. I'll also watch the video. Maybe there's a portion of it worth watching in our short class. Thanks again!"
Lisa Hines replied to Mike Harvey's discussion Sub Lessons in the group Robotics & Electronics & LEGOS"I found "Where's my Robot?" on YouTube, if you need to show a movie instead.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EPfUFMmiS5A
It's 49 minutes long, so I don't know how that fits into your schedule, but its an option if…"
Jacqui Murray replied to Mike Harvey's discussion Sub Lessons in the group Robotics & Electronics & LEGOS"Oooh, Voki's are wonderful. They're talking avatars. I use them for privacy training in digital citizenship and to create the introduction to 5th grade IB Exhibition projects. They are easily self-taught. Can you embed into Google Docs? If…"
Mike Harvey replied to Mike Harvey's discussion Sub Lessons in the group Robotics & Electronics & LEGOS"Good call Jacqui. I've set them up with journals using Google Docs. It's always good to get practice describing what they've been doing. I'd have to be careful it was something they could answer without my…"
Jacqui Murray replied to Mike Harvey's discussion Sub Lessons in the group Robotics & Electronics & LEGOS"How about blogging about the experience? Problem-solving and critical thinking skills used. Do you have blogs?"
Mike Harvey added a discussion to the group Robotics & Electronics & LEGOSSub Lessons
Hi Teachers,I was hoping some of you might be willing to share what you would have a robotics class do if you couldn't be there to facilitate. I'll be taking my first personal day since starting to teach Lego Robotics and I'm realizing it's way too much to try to pass off on a substitute. On a given day I have two 25-minute 5th grade classes back-to-back. I'm sure there are valuable things I can have the kids do that one day that wouldn't involve getting robots out and programming them. Are…See More
Mike Harvey replied to Michelle Renner's discussion Qualifications for your position"Hi Michelle. Your posts hit close to home because it's exactly what I'm working through right now. Let me explain how things are going and it may give you some hope.
My current qualifications are two certifications, one in general ed…"
Nicholas McDonald replied to Mike Harvey's discussion Disable special keys and functions in the group Macintosh in Elementary Education (PK-8)" I have everything administered through a MacPro server and we use profile manager to configure keyboard settings just an idea also you could use apple's RDM"
Ingrid Jones replied to Mike Harvey's discussion Disable special keys and functions in the group Macintosh in Elementary Education (PK-8)"Great, I'm doing it today. thanks for the quick response."
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- About Me
- This is my first year teaching technology but I have been working with children for 15 years. This has included work in outdoor recreation and special education. I have also studied computer engineering at the undergraduate level.
- How are you involved with educational technology?
- I teach computers/technology at the elementary level, primarily grades 3-5. I teach everything from typing to Algodoo to SketchUp to NXT robotics.
- How often do you see each of your classes?
- Grades 3 and 4 - once a week
Grade 5 - twice a week
- How long do you see each class?
- Grades 3 and 4 - 45 minutes, Grade 5 - 30 minutes
- Website:
- http://falmouthschools.org
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