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Introduction to Computers and Computer Vocabulary
Objectives:
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The learner will correctly identify, spell and pronounce parts of a computer work station.
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The learner will correctly verbalize commands using "point to" "click on," "go to," "push" and "find."
Duration:
2 hours
Materials:
Activities:
High-Beginning and Low-Intermediate Learners:
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Learners take the computer skills assessment inventory.
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Teacher models expectations by identifying parts of computer using workstation vocabulary, flashcards and commands.
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Learners identify parts of computer using vocabulary and commands through uses of substitution drill.
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Paired learners write names of parts of the computer and place them at correct locations at workstation.
High-Intermediate Learners:
Objectives:
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The learner will perform self assessment of irregular verbs.
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The learner will use irregular verbs in written and spoken sentences
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The learner will copy, paste and save an irregular verb reference sheet into a word processing file.
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The learner will begin a Web project applying grammar and Internet search skills (see directions on the Web Project assignment sheet).
Activities:
Learners follow this sequence of activities for 30-60 minutes at the beginning of each lesson, continuing until completion of the list:
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Teacher introduces learners to the Irregular Verb Page.
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Learners print Basic Irregular Verbs 1 sheet and conduct an independent self-assessment (answers found by clicking on the link at the bottom of the page.
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Learners compose a sentence for each verb they missed; teacher checks for accuracy.
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Learner pairs continue self-assessment by orally quizzing each other, with each learner making note of the verbs missed by the other; continue until learner misses 5 verbs. Each learner uses the correct verb form in a sentence of their own composition and reads sentence aloud to partner. Teacher supervises and checks sentences for accuracy.
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Learners copy and paste the Irregular Verb Page into a word processing file, print and place in notebook for continued reference.
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Learners play Irregular Verb Jeopardy, keeping track of score for each game.
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Learners begin the Web Project as described in project directions.
Assessment:
High-Beginning and Low-Intermediate Learners: Teacher conducts chain drill using computer component flash cards, making notes of learner progress.
High-Intermediate Learners: Teacher observes learner progress, making note of problem areas and providing correction and additional practice as required.
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