MS Tech: Careers Assignment

Use the internet to search for jobs graphic arts.  Try to find out as much as possible about these types of jobs. You should try and find out what kind of responsibilities a graphic artist has. You should also try and find out the general qualifications or skills that are necessary for this job.

After you have completed your search you are going to “apply” to a job. You are going to apply for a job as a graphic artist at WXYZ a TV station. To apply you must include three things:

1.       An application letter

a.       Should be in a business format

b.      Should be addressed to Andrew Tippett, General Manager WXYZ

c.       Should say that you are interested in applying for the job

d.      Should say in general terms why you are will suited for this job (experience, hard worker etc)

2.       A Resume

a.       You will use the “modern” Resume template in word

b.      You will fill it in with “Imaginary information” about yourself. Your internet search will help you know what kind of education, experience and skills you should have.

3.       And a portfolio of your work

a.       You will create two examples of your work. You can use any program: paint, PowerPoint, publisher etc.

b.      One should be a new and updated Logo for WXYZ.

c.       The second should be a “full screen” graphic.

Example of TV Logos:

Examples of Full Screen Graphics:



AV Production

Video Production Basics: How to Become a Better Videographer:

http://youtu.be/baO9OXMdOkI

Light Kit:

http://www.digitaljuice.com/djtv/detail.aspx?sid=51

Field of View:

http://www.digitaljuice.com/djtv/detail.aspx?sid=92

MS TECH: Careers Intro

Intro:

http://youtu.be/GV6OpNBryuQ

Broadcasting:
http://youtu.be/jG07K9eCaVw

Healthcare IT:
http://youtu.be/UJD9dZ6Ep9g

HS Comp Apps: WORD Test Review

Study Table 1-1 on beige p. 34

What is the Ribbon?

What are tabs?

Know the different types of Microsoft office programs

Study Table 1-1 on green pg. 5

How do you change a page’s orientation?  Pg. 15

Know about the office clipboard Pg 36

Auto format as you type – pg 56

Quickparts pg 58

Fonts – Pg 80

Font effects - pg 89 table 4-1

Aligning Text – pg 108

Multilevel List – Pg 128

Resizing an object – Pg 151

Drawing Shapes – pg 160 (table 6-2)

Smart Art -Pg 170, 171  

Word Art – Pg 172

How do you access graphics options?

Headers, Footers & Page #’s – pg 184

Cover Pages Pg 191

Research tools - Pg. 195

Tables – Pg 198, 202

Templates – Pg. 211

Mail Merge – Pg. 217

Customizing Word – Pg 233

Comments – Pg 231

Steve Jobs speech at Stanford

Wikileaks Scandal

What Kind of Documents can be created with word?

Collaboration, Comments, Tracked Changes – Pg 224

What is the difference between the cut and copy option?

Know several names of common fonts

Know the difference between a theme and a template.

WIKILEAKS Critical Thinking Lesson

Review:

http://cnn.com/video/data/2.0/video/world/2010/12/28/ctw.wikileaks.in.review.cnn.html

The Journalists

http://cnn.com/video/data/2.0/video/world/2011/06/09/larsen.wikiwars.act4.cnn.html

Analysis

http://cnn.com/video/data/2.0/video/us/2011/09/02/jk-wikileaks-crowley-townsend.cnn.html

You are going to write a one page response to the videos and our discussion. Some things to consider: Do you think that wikileaks is a legitimate media organization? Are the wikileaks leaks a good thing for government transparency? Or do they compromise national Security? Is Jullian Assange unfairly criticized or ostracized? Should he be charged with a crime? If he is charged, does this create a dangerous precedent? This will be a 50 point assignment. There are no right or wrong answers. You will be graded on the quality and depth of your response.

MS Tech - Making the Test

Middle School Making the Test Activity

Using the notes that you have taken over the study skills unit you are going to create a test. This test should be at least 20 questions. It should contain at least 5 true and false questions, 5 short answer questions and 10 multiple choice questions.  You should also include the answers to all of your questions. This will be a project grade so you will need to do your best work. You should use Word to make your test.

MS TECH: Test Taking

True & False Questions:

http://www.geosoc.org/schools/pass/tsttak2.htm

http://www.studygs.net/tsttak2.htm

Matching:

http://www.geosoc.org/schools/pass/objectivetest.htm

Short Answer:

http://www.studygs.net/tsttak5.htm

http://www.geosoc.org/schools/pass/tsttak5.htm

Multiple Choice:
http://www.geosoc.org/schools/pass/tsttak3.htm

Essay:

http://www.geosoc.org/schools/pass/tsttak4.htm

Test Tips:

http://pbskids.org/itsmylife/school/teststress/article10.html

Memorial Design

http://www.911memorial.org/webcasts-exploring-911

Use paint to create your own 9/11 memorial design.

MS TECH - Study Time - Scheduling & Time Management

1) Intro Video

http://pbskids.org/itsmylife/video/index.html?anchor=time

2) How organized are you?

INTERPRETATION:

6-10:  Terrible Planner. 

You should consider using new tools and processes to help you plan effectively. A great first step would be to take a time management course.

11-15:  Below average planner. 

You may already have a planning system, but using it more effectively will help to reduce the stress and lack of control you feel in your life.

16-20:  Average planner. 

Your planning system is working, but you can do better. You may need help focusing on priorities, dealing with urgent interruptions or writing your daily plan.

21-25:  Above-average planner. 

Your planning system is working well.  Keep up the good work, with periodic reviews to be sure you’re planning around what matters most in your life.

26-30:  Excellent planner--or candidate for burnout? 

You have mastered planning and should experience the serenity that comes from taking charge of your life.  But make sure you’re in control of your planning rather than letting it control you.

3) How much time do you spend...?
2) Your Daily Schedule:
http://www.studygs.net/schedule/

On your notes write the 4 things you spend the most time doing from greatest to least. Be sure to include how much time you spend on these activities. Respond to your findings


Note Links:


Priorities:
http://pbskids.org/itsmylife/school/time/article4.html
Scheduling Tips:
http://www.ucc.vt.edu/stdysk/htimesug.html