Presentation of the Proposal and Reflections

Assignment 3: Presentation of the Proposal and Reflections

Refer to the Scenario for the Assignments. (in the red)

Assignment Scenario:

You will be using this scenario as the guide for your assignments in this class for the quarter.

Assume that your supervisor has appointed you to lead a committee tasked with providing a research-based proposal for integrating emerging technologies into an educational need for your organization (i.e. K12, higher education, corporate or military training). You will develop the proposal in stages, which will culminate in a final project that is due in Week 10. Keep in mind that the proposal must be focused on education or training with an emphasis on new technologies. You will need to include a sample outline of how these technologies will be applied in your institution.

Using the list provided here, you must propose the integration of at least two (2) emerging technologies into the educational need you have selected for your organization. You are welcome to select two (2) from this list or select one (1) from here and research one (1) additional technology of your choosing. The two technologies combined must help to support your learning goals and create an engaging environment for your learners.

  1. Etale – Digital Age Learning is      located at www.etale.org and provides access to      educational documentaries across a wide range of topics.
  2. Edmodo, located at www.edmodo.com.      Similar to what Facebook and Twitter do for social media, Edumodo is      designed specifically for educators to trade materials, connections, and keep      all members of the school community in touch.
  3. Twiddla, located at www.twiddla.com,      can be integrated into a training session or lesson for K-12 students.      (Twiddla is an online tool that allows students to set up a Web-based      meeting playground. Students have the ability to set up conference calls,      too. )
  4. Evernote, located at www.evernote.com,      helps to organize different kinds of media in one place. With everything      in one place, this tool is especially useful for sharing ideas for team      teaching and collaboration across districts or locations.
  5. Softchalk, located at www.softchalk.com,      provides a cloud based solution for collaboration and lesson planning, as      well as a way to link content from multiple courses in one place in the      cloud.
  6. Blogger, located at www.blogger.com,      or KidsBlog, located at http://kidzblog.en.softonic.com/,      both provide user-friendly tools to create blogs.
  7. SocialMention, located at http://socialmention.com/,      is a social media search engine that highlights content useful for many      different kinds of instruction and topics.
  8. KhanAcademy, located at www.khanacademy.org, provides videos for math, science,      computer programming, history, art, and more. These videos are suitable      for both K-12 and self-study for adult learners.

Provide a slide presentation in which you:

1. Present the final project you proposed by using a presentation software tool of your choosing, with at least fifteen (15) main topics / slides in your presentation, as well as a title slide and references slide. (Note: The title and references slides are not part of the 15-slide requirement)

2. Provide coherent, clear, organized and substantive content that can be easily understood by the audience.

3. Provide audio narration of the presentation slides as if you were delivering the speech. (Note: If you do not have access to a microphone, then you should provide detailed speaker notes with your presentation.)

4. Provide links to the two (2) productivity / technology tools you chose which demonstrate the application of the tool into a lesson or training.

5. Provide a brief demonstration or explanation of how these tools will be utilized by your organization.

6. In addition to the presentation slides, create an infographic or flowchart to summarize your presentation. This should be something that can be displayed where members of your organization can get an overview of the new technologies being implemented.  

7. Provide at least five (5) academic references, including at least (1) reference from EdWeek. All references should be published within the last three (3) years.

Note: If you have never created an infographic, you can find free templates at http://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/free-ppt-infographic-templates-designs-ht

Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:

· Follow APA for formatting guidelines. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.

· Include a cover slide containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover slide and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

· Examine the foundations on which integration strategies are based.

· Identify the many types of software and media tutors and tools, and the potential benefits and integration strategies.

· Determine the various ways to integrate technology across the curriculum.

· Evaluate how technology can change the content and methods of education.

· Analyze how technology can support the learning of diverse students.

· Use the curriculum to integrate technology.

· Use technology and information resources to research issues in integrating technology into education.

· Write clearly and concisely about integrating technology into education using proper writing mechanics.

RUBRIC IS LISTED BELOW PLEASE MAKE SURE THE CRITERIA FALLS IN THE A COLUMN 

Points: 280

Assignment 3:   Presentation of the Project

Criteria

Unacceptable

Below 70% F

Fair

70-79% C

Proficient

80-89% B

Exemplary

90-100% A

1. Present the final project you proposed by using a   presentation software tool of your choosing, with at least fifteen (15) main   topics / slides in your presentation, as well as a title slide and references   slide. (Note: The title and references slides are not part of the   15-slide requirement)

Weight: 15%

Did not submit or incompletely presented the final project   you proposed by using a presentation software tool of your choosing, with at   least fifteen (15) main topics/slides in your presentation, as well as a   title slide and references slide.

Partially presented the final project you proposed by   using a presentation software tool of your choosing, with at least fifteen   (15) main topics/slides in your presentation, as well as a title slide and   references slide.

Satisfactorily presented the final project you proposed by   using a presentation software tool of your choosing, with at least fifteen   (15) main topics/slides in your presentation, as well as a title slide and   references slide.

Thoroughly presented the final project you proposed by   using a presentation software tool of your choosing, with at least fifteen   (15) main topics/slides in your presentation, as well as a title slide and   references slide.

2. Provide coherent, clear, organized and substantive content   that can be easily understood by the audience.

Weight: 15%

Did not submit or incompletely provided coherent, clear,   organized and substantive content that can be easily understood by the   audience.

Partially provided coherent, clear, organized and   substantive content that can be easily understood by the audience.

Satisfactorily provided coherent, clear, organized and   substantive content that can be easily understood by the audience.

Thoroughly provided coherent, clear, organized and   substantive content that can be easily understood by the audience.

3. Provide audio narration of the presentation slides as   if you were delivering the speech. (Note: If you do not have access to   a microphone, then you should provide detailed speaker notes with your   presentation.)

Weight: 10%

Did not submit or incompletely provided audio narration of   the presentation slides and/or detailed speaker notes with your presentation.

Partially provided audio narration of the presentation   slides and/or detailed speaker notes with your presentation.

Satisfactorily provided audio narration of the   presentation slides and/or detailed speaker notes with your presentation.

Thoroughly provided audio narration of the presentation   slides and/or detailed speaker notes with your presentation.

4. Provide links to the two (2) productivity / technology   tools you chose which demonstrate the application of the tool into a lesson   or training.

Weight: 10%

Did not submit or incompletely provided links to the two   (2) productivity/technology tools you chose which demonstrate the application   of the tool into a lesson or training.

Partially provided links to the two (2)   productivity/technology tools you chose which demonstrate the application of   the tool into a lesson or training.

Satisfactorily provided links to the two (2)   productivity/technology tools you chose which demonstrate the application of   the tool into a lesson or training.

Thoroughly provided links to the two (2) productivity/technology   tools you chose which demonstrate the application of the tool into a lesson   or training.

5. Provide a brief demonstration or explanation of how   these tools will be utilized by your organization.

Weight: 10%

Did not submit or incompletely provided a brief   demonstration or explanation of how these tools will be utilized by your   organization.

Partially provided a brief demonstration or explanation of   how these tools will be utilized by your organization.

Satisfactorily provided a brief demonstration or   explanation of how these tools will be utilized by your organization.

Thoroughly provided a brief demonstration or explanation   of how these tools will be utilized by your organization.

6. In addition to the presentation slides, create an   infographic or flowchart to summarize your presentation. This should be   something that can be displayed where members of your organization can get an   overview of the new technologies being implemented.

Weight: 10%

Did not submit or incompletely created an infographic or   flowchart to summarize your presentation.

Partially created an infographic or flowchart to summarize   your presentation.

Satisfactorily created an infographic or flowchart to   summarize your presentation.

Thoroughly created an infographic or flowchart to   summarize your presentation.

7. Provide at least five (5) academic references,   including at least (1) reference from EdWeek. All references should be   published within the last three (3) years.

Weight: 10%

No references provided.

Does not meet the required number of references; some or   all references poor quality choices.

Meets number of required references; most references high   quality choices.

Meets number of required references; all references high   quality choices.

8. Writing Mechanics, Grammar, and Formatting

Weight: 5%

Serious and persistent errors in grammar, spelling,   punctuation, or formatting.

Partially free of errors in grammar, spelling,   punctuation, or formatting.

Mostly free of errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation,   or formatting.

Error free or almost error free grammar, spelling,   punctuation, or formatting.

9. Appropriate use of APA in-text citations and reference   section

Weight: 5%

Lack of in-text citations and / or lack of reference   section.

In-text citations and references are provided, but they   are only partially formatted correctly in APA style.

Most in-text citations and references are provided, and   they are generally formatted correctly in APA style.

In-text citations and references are error free or almost   error free and consistently formatted correctly in APA style.

10. Information Literacy / Integration of Sources

Weight: 5%

Serious errors in the integration of sources, such as   intentional or accidental plagiarism, or failure to use in-text citations.

Sources are partially integrated using effective   techniques of quoting, paraphrasing, and summarizing.

Sources are mostly integrated using effective techniques   of quoting, paraphrasing, and summarizing.

Sources are consistently integrated using effective   techniques of quoting, paraphrasing, and summarizing.

11. Clarity and Coherence of Writing

Weight: 5%

Information is confusing to the reader and fails to   include reasons and evidence that logically support ideas.

Information is partially clear with minimal reasons and   evidence that logically support ideas.

Information is mostly clear and generally supported with   reasons and evidence that logically support ideas.

Information is provided in a clear, coherent, and   consistent manner with reasons and evidence that logically support ideas.

 
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How Can We Stop Bullying / Cyberbullying Now?

Assignment 3: How Can We Stop Bullying / Cyberbullying Now?

Due Week 10 and worth 260 points

Per the text and assigned course readings, bullying in general and cyberbullying in particular are ongoing issues which many students today experience, often with tragic consequences. As an educator, one important job you will have is to develop safeguards against bullying in your classroom. 

Imagine that you are asked to give a presentation at a conference on a K-12 public school teacher who is preparing to cover the topic of bullying and cyberbullying in your class. To prepare for the presentation, you first have to do some research on your topic. 

Write a five to seven (5-7) page paper in which you:

  1. Define the terms “bullying” and “cyberbullying”, and specify the main difference(s) between these two terms. 
  2. Design a lesson which addresses both bullying in general and cyberbullying specifically, focusing on the following elements:
    1. Learning objectives of the lesson
    2. Measurement method(s) use to determine student learning and lesson effectiveness
    3. Description of lesson type (i.e. lecture, interactive, peer learning activity, etc.)
    4. Materials needed for the lesson
    5. Costs and funding for the lesson
  3. Use at least four (4) peer-reviewed academic resources in this assignment. Note: Wikipedia and many Websites do not qualify as academic resources. Peer-reviewed academic resources refer to articles and scholarly journals that are reviewed by a panel of experts or peers in the field. View this video for more information on obtaining peer-reviewed academic resources through your Blackboard course shell.

Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:

  • Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.
  • Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length. 

What Is Cyberbullying

Cyberbullying is bullying that takes place over digital devices like cell phones, computers, and tablets. Cyberbullying can occur through SMS, Text, and apps, or online in social media, forums, or gaming where people can view, participate in, or share content. Cyberbullying includes sending, posting, or sharing negative, harmful, false, or mean content about someone else. It can include sharing personal or private information about someone else causing embarrassment or humiliation. Some cyberbullying crosses the line into unlawful or criminal behavior.

The most common places where cyberbullying occurs are:

  • Social Media, such as Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and Twitter
  • SMS (Short Message Service) also known as Text Message sent through devices
  • Instant Message (via devices, email provider services, apps, and social media messaging features)
  • Email

Special Concerns

With the prevalence of social media and digital forums, comments, photos, posts, and content shared by individuals can often be viewed by strangers as well as acquaintances. The content an individual shares online – both their personal content as well as any negative, mean, or hurtful content – creates a kind of permanent public record of their views, activities, and behavior. This public record can be thought of as an online reputation, which may be accessible to schools, employers, colleges, clubs, and others who may be researching an individual now or in the future. Cyberbullying can harm the online reputations of everyone involved – not just the person being bullied, but those doing the bullying or participating in it. Cyberbullying has unique concerns in that it can be:

Persistent – Digital devices offer an ability to immediately and continuously communicate 24 hours a day, so it can be difficult for children experiencing cyberbullying to find relief.

Permanent – Most information communicated electronically is permanent and public, if not reported and removed. A negative online reputation, including for those who bully, can impact college admissions, employment, and other areas of life.

Hard to Notice – Because teachers and parents may not overhear or see cyberbullying taking place, it is harder to recognize.

Laws and Sanctions

While all states have criminal laws that apply to bullying, not all have special statutes that apply to cyberbullying or bullying that takes place outside of school. Schools may take action either as required by law, or with local or school policies that allow them to discipline or take other action. Some states also have provisions to address bullying if it affects school performance. You can learn about the laws and policies in each state, including if they cover cyberbullying.

Frequency of Cyberbullying

The 2014–2015 School Crime Supplement – PDF (National Center for Education Statistics and Bureau of Justice Statistics) indicates that, nationwide, about 21% of students ages 12-18 experienced bullying.

The 2015 Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) also indicates that an estimated 16% of high school students were bullied electronically in the 12 months prior to the survey.

 
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Motivational Methods Paper

Consider the following scenario:

Within your organization, upper management has decided that your team’s department must be downsized, and it is up to each team manager to begin preparing his or her team for the changes. One of the changes to be addressed involves motivational techniques. As team, you must research and understand various motivational methods to lead and implement change within your area.

Write a 1,000- to 1,400-word paper in which your team discusses the motivational methods you would use when introducing such a significant change to your organization. Address the following:

  • Which three motivational methods would you as a manager apply? Explain the methods using the theoretical concepts from your reading. Use three of the theories in chapter 3 of your reading.
  • Describe how each of the motivational methods would be applied specifically to the situation AFTER the downsizing has happened (NOT to determine who should be downsized or before the downsizing). Give specific examples of how you will implement the method/theory in your newly downsized department.

Cite two to three sources to support your team’s position. One may be your textbook.

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.

 
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Importance Of Teams

Consider the following scenario:

As the management team of a busy call center for a health care organization, you note that the volume of calls has doubled over the past year. Although you do not have the budget to hire additional staff, you do have an additional $20,000 to spend on your department to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Write a 700- to 1,400-word essay, using the five step planning process that describes how your team might improve efficiency and customer service in your department by focusing on teamwork. Address the following in your team’s proposal:

  • Describe briefly each of the five steps of the planning process
  • Identify how each of the steps will be applied in the given situation. Give specific examples.
  • Explain why teams are essential to health care
  • Outline how teams are used in other industries (examples might be aviation, auto racing, and the military.. or any other industry)
  • Determine how teamwork lessons from other industries might be applied to the health care industry

Cite at least two references, one of which may be the course textbook, to support your position.

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.

Click the Assignments File tab to submit your assignment. Each team member should enter the assignment section and attest to their participation on the assignment.

 
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