On the Right Track
Technology Design Cycle Report
Introduction
Identify the Problem
''However, if we focus on the learning
opportunities offered by assessment and see
assessment as part of the teaching and learning
experience, it is vital that students fully
understand requirements and that the assessment
task is framed by as much conversation and
preparation as possible.''
Research
Through my research, I know that spreadsheets can help students make their assessment tasks. Here are background information on spreadsheets:
- Spreadsheet is a computer program with can be found in Microsoft Excel. It is used to organize and analyze data. The data can be converted into different graphs such as pie char, line graph, bar chart, etc.
- The first spreadsheet program was called Visicalc . written for the Apple 2 computer.
- There are also formulas that can be typed on a spreadsheet cell which can make easier calculations.
What is a Standalone Presentation and steps for making it effective
Idea #1: Only include the essentials
Don't make slides or the presentation too long. You only need the essential information. You may get emotional about cutting points out, but you will have to. Outline your message so that it flows well.
Idea #2: Give them a roadmap
Give your audience a clear idea of what you will be covering. Make sure to live up to their expectations. One easy way is to use an agenda of your points.
Idea #3: Use title slides for each main point
Since the viewer can’t hear you transition between points, you need to give them a way to know that you are moving to the next point. Use a consistent design so they recognize it each time.
Idea #4: Recap the key points at the end
Since most people wont take notes as they flip through the slides, you need to recap the key points at the end so they remember your message.
Idea #5: Use large visuals with explanations
If you don’t have great visuals, just create a Word document and send it instead. If you are using PowerPoint, make the photos, diagrams, or graphs fill the screen. Add explanatory text so the viewer understands the point.
Idea #6: Use narration slides
Not every point can be made with a visual. Sometimes you should use a text slide to keep the story moving along. It doesn't need to be a transcript, just the key phrases that move the viewer along.
Idea #7: Build your points
A stand-alone presentation typically has two to five times the number of slides as a delivered presentation. Each slide delivers one point and this keeps the presentation moving along at a good pace. Either use the PowerPoint animation effects and send the file as a PowerPoint Show file so it opens in Slide Show mode, or create the builds over multiple slides.
Make sure to make the audience flow through your presentation to the end so they can take away some info from your standalone.
Design Brief
Design Specifications
- be stand alone
- be appropriate in length (not to long or too short)
- for MYP students (audience)
- outline assessment criteria, how each assessment criteria is graded and how and overall grade is calculated
- use a good balance of images and text
- when information and/or images are used from other sources - it must be referenced
The spreadsheet created must:
- include all subject
- include all assessment criteria
- allow for multiple units of work
- calculate averages, when appropriate
- include overall grade
- use different cell colours for different subjects
- include a heading
Testing Methods
My spreadsheet will be tested by someone and they will give me feedback and assess me on the 7 criteria.
The people who will be assessing the test are Oudom, Hanbeen, Eric, Sereirath and Dina
2.)Was there a careful balance between text and image in the standalone product?
3.)Were all classes covered in the standalone?
4.)Was there a clear instruction
5.)Was the colour scheme and font choice and layout stylish and effective?
2.) Was colouring used effectivlry on the spreadsheet?
3.) Did the Spreadsheet use the formulas for average? For sum? For sorting data? and for sell merge & bordering & shading?
4.) Did the spreadsheet have a good title?
5.) Was the layout good?
For Comments:;
1.) Name 3 things you liked about the standalone presentation2.) List key facts from the standalone
3.) Name 3 things you liked about the spreadsheet
4.) Name 3 things that should be change so the spreadsheet is better
5.) Name 3 things that should be change so the standalone is better
- Language A
- Language B
- Technology
- Mathematics
- Humanities
- Arts
- Science
- Physical Education
- Music
I will now examine in greater depth with assessment for each subject.
Technology Class
There are 6 components marked out of 6. The maximum mark in technology is 36
A.) Investigate-6/6
B.) Design-6/6C.) Plan-6/6
D.) Create-6/6
E.) Evaluate-6/6
F.) Attitudes-6/6
I got this information from conducting an interview with my teacher, Mr.Luke Watson.
Mathematics Class
There are 4 Criteria In MYP mathematics
A.) Knowledge and Understanding-8/8
B.) Investigating Patterns-8/8
C.)Communications in Mathematics-6/6
D.) Reflection-6/6
I got this information on http://www.kaustschools.org/
Science Class
There are 6 Criteria in MYP Science. The maximum mark is out of 36
A.) One World-6/6
B.) Communication in science-6/6
C.) Knowledge and understanding of science-6/6
D.) Scientific inquiry-6/6
E.) Processing data-6/6
F.) Attude-6/6
Source: http://www.saintjamesacademy.org/AssessmentCriteria
Language A Class
There are 3 Criteria In MYP language A
A.) Content-10/10
B.) Organization-10/10
C.) Style and language mechanics-10/10
Source: http://www.saintjamesacademy.org/AssessmentCriteria
Humanities Class
There are 4 criteria in MYP humanities. The maximum mark is out of 28
A.) Knowledge-10/10
B.) Concepts-10/10
C.) Skills-10/10
D.) Organization and presentation-8/8
Source: http://www.saintjamesacademy.org/AssessmentCriteria
Language B
There are 5 criteria in MYP Language B
A.) Speaking and listening(message and interaction)-8/8
B.) Language-8/8
C.) Writing-8/8
D.)Writing(Language)-8/8
E.) Reading Comprehension-16/16
Source: http://www.saintjamesacademy.org/AssessmentCriteria
Visual Arts
There are 4 criteria in MYP Visual Arts
A.) Knowledge and Understanding-8/8
B.) Application-10/10
C.) Reflection and evaluation-8/8
D.) Personal Engagement-8/8
Source: http://www.saintjamesacademy.org/AssessmentCriteria
Physical Education
There are 4 criteria For MYP Physical Education
A.) Use of Knowledge-8/8
B.) Movement composition-6/6
C.) Performance-10/10
D.) Personal engagement-8/8
Source: http://www.saintjamesacademy.org/AssessmentCriteria
Music Class
There are 4 criteria in MYP Music
A.) Knowledge and Understanding-8/8
B.) Application-8/8
C.) Reflection and evaluation-10/10
D.) Personal engagement-8/8
Source: http://www.saintjamesacademy.org/AssessmentCriteria
Bibliography
All of my sources
http://www.saintjamesacademy.org/AssessmentCriteria
"IB MYP Assessment Criteria." Program. Saint James Acadamy, n.d. Web. 03 Sept. 2013.
"The KAUST School." The KAUST School. The KAUST School, n.d. Web. 03 Sept. 2013.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spreadsheet
"Spreadsheet." Wikipedia. Wikimedia Foundation, 28 Aug. 2013. Web. 03 Sept. 2013.
http://nisc.edu.kh/upper_school/myp_8
"Upper School." Northbridge International School Cambodia, Phnom Penh. N.p., n.d. Web. 03 Sept. 2013.