Class Experience - This fun and enriching one day class will offer your child the chance to learn about the history of computers, in regard to the early abacus all the way to the high tech machines that are now present almost everywhere. Additional learning experiences will involve learning what software and hardware are as they apply to how computers work, and a super cool interactive chance to select hardware components to build your very own simulated personal computer! The following topics will be taught: * The History of Computers - Past to Present * Hardware: What is it and examples of * Software: What is it and examples of The Structure of the class will entail: * Initial Introduction to the class * Student experience sharing * Class expectations and rules * What will you learn today? * Interactive Google Slide presentation featuring computer history, software and hardware * Student Hands-on activities: identifying computers throughout history, hardware and software, putting together a computer - simulation * Class Summary * Certificates My teaching style is very supportive and nurturing. I encourage and support: discovery, curiosity, creativity and project-based learning. No prior knowledge of these topics is needed. My hope is that all who participate learn and have fun!
During this class, students will learn the following:
* Computer History from the distant past to present day
* What is Computer Hardware and examples
* What is Computer Software and examples
* How to build a simulated PC online
* Internet Access * PC or Mac Computer * Microphone * Speakers (internal or external)
Classes I will be teaching:
* Attention All Programmers! the Turtles Want You to Be a Python Icon!
* Be a Cybersecurity & Internet User Hero! All About Online Safety Awareness
* Calling All Explorers, a Virtual Hike Into the Beauty of Nature Awaits You!
* Calling All STEM Scholars! Plan, Build, and 3D Print Your Very Own Mars Rover!
* Play Ball! Sports Card Collecting
* Take a Dip Into the Chips, a Guided Virtual Tour Inside a Computer!
* Tech Time With Mr. Friedman - How Did Computers Evolve and What Makes Them Tick?
My Professional Background:
I have been a teacher of students for over 30 years. I have taught students from as young as kindergarten all the way to adults. The majority of my teaching years have been involved with technology instruction and STEM. I live in Pennsylvania with my wife Connie and my faithful chocolate lab, Scout.
My Educational Philosophy includes the following:
* Every student deserves a safe and nurturing learning environment
* Classroom atmosphere that allows for joy, adventure and discovery
* Students do quite well when they are active learners: they engage with the learning material by reading, listening, writing, speaking, reflecting and using technology
* Staunch supporter of differentiated instruction where the teacher teaches to each student’s unique style of learning: auditory, visual, tactile and kinesthetic. This style of instruction ties in well with Howard Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences
* An effective teacher is one who is well prepared and organized. They also provide consistent feedback to their students
* I support the development of 21st century skills in my students
A Tidbit of coolness about me:
* My name is stored on a CD that is currently on the surface of Mars!