Welcome to OLA Technology
Welcome to the new OLA technologies program!
Throughout the course of this 2015-2016 school year your child/children will learn many different computer skills that will help out as they advance in an ever changing, technological world and better prepare them for their high school studies. So what materials will be covered?
(Material subject to change as new technology becomes available and/or emerges)
Throughout the course of this 2015-2016 school year your child/children will learn many different computer skills that will help out as they advance in an ever changing, technological world and better prepare them for their high school studies. So what materials will be covered?
(Material subject to change as new technology becomes available and/or emerges)
Grade 7
Word Processing Software
Grade 7 students will learn the basics of Microsoft Word. This program sets the industry standard for word pressing and is essential for future studies and the work force. Students will learn the basic tools of the program in order to successfully format a document with modifications such as: fonts, colours, emphasis notations, page set-up, alignment and a variety of other tools. Students will also learn various hot-keys in order to speed up word processing.
Grade 7 students will learn the basics of Microsoft Word. This program sets the industry standard for word pressing and is essential for future studies and the work force. Students will learn the basic tools of the program in order to successfully format a document with modifications such as: fonts, colours, emphasis notations, page set-up, alignment and a variety of other tools. Students will also learn various hot-keys in order to speed up word processing.
Localized Presentation Software
In order to send a powerful or influential message, you must be able to convey your point with purpose and professionalism. Microsoft PowerPoint is the tool many use to perform their presentations and with the multiple presentations one is expected to deliver throughout their schooling, it is vital to a student to learn this software. Students will learn skills such as: creating a presentation, formatting information, the dos and donts of successful presentation, theme selection, animations and a variety of other tools.
In order to send a powerful or influential message, you must be able to convey your point with purpose and professionalism. Microsoft PowerPoint is the tool many use to perform their presentations and with the multiple presentations one is expected to deliver throughout their schooling, it is vital to a student to learn this software. Students will learn skills such as: creating a presentation, formatting information, the dos and donts of successful presentation, theme selection, animations and a variety of other tools.
Spread Sheet Software
In a workplace where quick computing and comprehensive calculations are required, students will learn how to put these much needed skills to the test. Students will learn skills such as: formulas, cell formatting and adjustments (i.e.: monetary, scientific, etc...), multiple sheets and basic coding (time permitting).
In a workplace where quick computing and comprehensive calculations are required, students will learn how to put these much needed skills to the test. Students will learn skills such as: formulas, cell formatting and adjustments (i.e.: monetary, scientific, etc...), multiple sheets and basic coding (time permitting).
Website Design & Creation
This element of our course will focus on the ability to design and create a free website using the free web-based platform Weebly. Students in Grade 8 will be asked to create their own personal websites about any topic of their choice. They will be asked to design then create a professional website with 3 different multimedia elements and a running blog. This website will also be a hub for other courses in order for students to showcase their work and projects for other courses.
This element of our course will focus on the ability to design and create a free website using the free web-based platform Weebly. Students in Grade 8 will be asked to create their own personal websites about any topic of their choice. They will be asked to design then create a professional website with 3 different multimedia elements and a running blog. This website will also be a hub for other courses in order for students to showcase their work and projects for other courses.
Augmented Reality
This is quickly becoming one of the fastest growing technologies in the world. Originating in Europe, this field of technology allows its users to create a living world onto of the world they already live in. It allows life to occur in inanimate objects and hidden features and advertising in companies. This technology, coupled with the infinite imagination of a child, is truly a limitless technology.
This is quickly becoming one of the fastest growing technologies in the world. Originating in Europe, this field of technology allows its users to create a living world onto of the world they already live in. It allows life to occur in inanimate objects and hidden features and advertising in companies. This technology, coupled with the infinite imagination of a child, is truly a limitless technology.
Cloud Presentation Software
With presentations occurring in multiple locations using multiple operating platforms, cloud computing is quickly emerging as the next big thing. Students will learn what cloud computing is and how it can benefit them as opposed to static computing (i.e.: working on one computer and physically bringing your work on a USB drive with you). Students will learn how to create a Prezi, how to create an account on Prezi, the addition of elements (i.e.: movies, pictures, audio clips) and a variety of other tools.
With presentations occurring in multiple locations using multiple operating platforms, cloud computing is quickly emerging as the next big thing. Students will learn what cloud computing is and how it can benefit them as opposed to static computing (i.e.: working on one computer and physically bringing your work on a USB drive with you). Students will learn how to create a Prezi, how to create an account on Prezi, the addition of elements (i.e.: movies, pictures, audio clips) and a variety of other tools.
Move Production & Editing
Throughout a student's education they will be asked to produce a variety of presentations. Occasionally, students feel uncomfortable presenting in front of their peers. Learning to create professional videos, complete with text overlays, basic special effects and editing tricks, students will learn to wow their audiences with a few clicks!
Throughout a student's education they will be asked to produce a variety of presentations. Occasionally, students feel uncomfortable presenting in front of their peers. Learning to create professional videos, complete with text overlays, basic special effects and editing tricks, students will learn to wow their audiences with a few clicks!
I look forward to working with your child/children throughout the year. Should you have any questions, comments or concerns about the program please do not hesitate to contact me. I have an open door policy and it will always be open to my students and their families! Click here to e-mail me.
Happy Computing!
- Mr. Hebert
Happy Computing!
- Mr. Hebert
