√ Create a Wordle about you

A wordle is a word cloud

Go to http://www.wordle.net/

Create a wordle, add 20 words that describe you into the box, use comma and space or return between words then create

Use the layout, font, and color menus at the top or Randomize at the bottom to get your word tag where you want it.

ONce you are happy with the look of your wordle, take a screen shot of it by using apple, shift and 4 all together this gives you a cross-hair on your mouse pointer. Drag this from one side to another to take a picture of your wordle.

Now insert it into your website portfolio.

√ Complete your Portfolio Web site

Use the attached checklist to make sure you have all the elements required >>>>>>>>

√ Build vocabulary database on Google Docs

Log into your Google docs area, https://www.google.com/a/jeffcoschools.us/ this time instead of choosing your web site, you will go to the document area.

Under New menu choose Spreadsheet

Copy the headers for each column.

Word, Part of Speech, Prefix, Definition, and Use in a Sentence

Places to find words:

• You have a dictionary on your computer in Apps.
• A good online dictionary is Merriam-Webster http://www.merriam-webster.com/ it has a feature to say the word for difficult new words. You can also try "word of the day" and it's archive for other options for words.
• BrainyFlix: http://www.brainyflix.com/words These are words from the ACT and SAT tests you will take in High School.
• Free Rice http://Freerice.com is another good resource

Here is a list of important prefixes. Learn these and you'll ace the ACT and SAT tests in high school!

SAVING, IMPORTANT! Save inside of the browser window, NOT THE TOP WINDOW File>save and close

After you create your database add two words to it, one from Brainyflix and one from Meriam-Webster. You will add two words each Tuesday and Thursday to build your database.

Color different parts-of-speech different colors like blue for nouns and red for verbs.

√ Bookmark sites you go to frequently, your google docs, typing games, web site and places you will use to get your words.

√completed web site
pages list

√ Create a Google Calendar

1. Log in to your Google docs. Across the top you will see

Choose Calendar. Note that there are several view options, week, month...

Place your birthday on the calendar

Place Winter holiday and Spring Break on your calendar

Add any tests or projects upcoming from other classes

Add computer class assignments due Friday: Database, Calendar, Map, Fun Stuff and Brainyflix

pages

√ Insert your calendar into your Web site. Create a new page in your web site called "Calendar" Under the Insert menu, choose calendar. Use the calendar you set-up in the instructions above.

√ Create a Map Page Label your new page Map- Under Insert, choose Map. Navigate to your home or school (3900 Kipling, Wheat Ridge, Colorado 80033

Now go to http://maps.google.com and get directions from your home to school using the new bicycling directions. You can also choose public transit. Take a screen shot of the directions and place this image on your map page. Identify what is on the map for your visitors.

√ Insert your Vocab Database into your web site From the insert menu, choose SPREADSHEET and then choose your Vocab database.

√ Customize your web site To add background color or images to your site go to More actions

then under Site appearance> Colors and fonts

and finally to page background image, choose custom and browse for the image you want for your background.

You may also change colors for text in this area. Make sure your text is readable on your background. Make your site your own but do not make it ugly!

√ important! Close your site to editing from everyone in Jeffco!

Under manage sites above, choose Sharing under site settings

Under anyone in Jefferson County Public Schools may Choose VIEW not edit. Save changes and go back to your site.

√ Create a Fun Stuff page

After you create a new page, use the Insert menu to add "More Gadgets" Use this to add fun and interesting Fun Stuff page.

√ Create a Brainyflix flashcards here: http://www.brainyflix.com/flashcards/new

Choose the Brainypic Builder tab

Fill in the form.

You will find a definition of your word on the right side of your screen.

Use Google Image search to find an image to match your word.

Drag it to your desktop once you find an image you like

Upload an image from your desktop.

The Source is the web address of the image. http://....

Create a sentence using the word in a way that helps the viewer to understand the meaning.

Use your first name, last initial like ALISONS

You can use your email or mine: alison@heyalison.com. Brainyflix often has contests. If you win, I'll pass along your prize!

Once you are done with two BrainyFlix flashcards, take screen captures, using "Apple Shift and 4" together. Then drag from corner to corner. This will create an image on your desktop.

√ Create a new page called Brainyflix. Insert both images and describe what you did to create the flashcards.

Assessment

√ Put finishing touches on web site, Check that all pages are complete. Check for capitols at the beginning of sentences and I and check your spelling. People from all over Jeffco look at these pages. Present your work in a way that makes you look your best!

.Review a peers web site and give feedback on their project.

When you have been checked off, save your site and enjoy some free time.

Great work this week!