It was great to see so many of you, yesterday! The first day of classes went well, with 170 students enrolled in morning classes, it seemed like the day was very smooth.
There are always problems when you have so many people together, but THIS group of people is great! The classes have been compacted, since we lost use of the second floor, one class is out in the 'boondocks' in another building, and still... it was a very easy first day.
Now, this is from my perspective. I hope all the students feel the same. It is sometimes full of anxiety and fear of the unknown to start a new school, job, life... but everyone I saw yesterday, seemed to be at ease.
First days are full of 'orientation' which is a nice way to say you learn about the school's policies, rules and regulations. There was paperwork, paperwork, and more paperwork. The real learning will take place, I promise!
For the Computer Literacy classes, we will not begin for a while. I will be recruiting for the class on Thursday, meeting new students and visiting with returning students. This semester is going to be a bit different. I have tried to find a way to understand how much each student knows before we begin classes. This way, I can teach the very beginner, guide those who have more training, and facilitate taking the MOS exam for the students who are about ready.
Our classes are going to be set up a bit different as well. The first 2-3 weeks will be only the 'New Students'. This way, I will be able to teach those new students who have no computer skills, how to use the computer, how to use Word 2016, and the various levels of the class how to complete projects.
I know this is using up precious time that you could be working on computer skills, and this is why I have decided to open up those weeks to you, the returning student as well. I will be concentrating on the new students, but I will also have projects for you to work on as well.
The class will be noisy, possibly crowded, and you will have to work 'on your own' but I will be there if you are confused or need help. So, I encourage you to join in.
Now... about our room. As you know, Falcon Academy has joined the college this year. This means that we do not have the lab on the second floor of Deadrick to use, they have also commandeered the extra labs in Wilkerson Hall. So, we believe that we will be using the lab in 135 in the ET building... that is the Electronics Technology Building. I will post a map for the first day of classes, and will have maps in Deadrick Hall so you can find your way.
This room is very nice. The computers are very new, and the space is large. All of the computers face the front of the room, which is very nice. We will have wonderful technology to use!
Have a great first week, and remember to check back in to this page to learn more of what we are doing!
There are always problems when you have so many people together, but THIS group of people is great! The classes have been compacted, since we lost use of the second floor, one class is out in the 'boondocks' in another building, and still... it was a very easy first day.
Now, this is from my perspective. I hope all the students feel the same. It is sometimes full of anxiety and fear of the unknown to start a new school, job, life... but everyone I saw yesterday, seemed to be at ease.
First days are full of 'orientation' which is a nice way to say you learn about the school's policies, rules and regulations. There was paperwork, paperwork, and more paperwork. The real learning will take place, I promise!
For the Computer Literacy classes, we will not begin for a while. I will be recruiting for the class on Thursday, meeting new students and visiting with returning students. This semester is going to be a bit different. I have tried to find a way to understand how much each student knows before we begin classes. This way, I can teach the very beginner, guide those who have more training, and facilitate taking the MOS exam for the students who are about ready.
Our classes are going to be set up a bit different as well. The first 2-3 weeks will be only the 'New Students'. This way, I will be able to teach those new students who have no computer skills, how to use the computer, how to use Word 2016, and the various levels of the class how to complete projects.
I know this is using up precious time that you could be working on computer skills, and this is why I have decided to open up those weeks to you, the returning student as well. I will be concentrating on the new students, but I will also have projects for you to work on as well.
The class will be noisy, possibly crowded, and you will have to work 'on your own' but I will be there if you are confused or need help. So, I encourage you to join in.
Now... about our room. As you know, Falcon Academy has joined the college this year. This means that we do not have the lab on the second floor of Deadrick to use, they have also commandeered the extra labs in Wilkerson Hall. So, we believe that we will be using the lab in 135 in the ET building... that is the Electronics Technology Building. I will post a map for the first day of classes, and will have maps in Deadrick Hall so you can find your way.
This room is very nice. The computers are very new, and the space is large. All of the computers face the front of the room, which is very nice. We will have wonderful technology to use!
Have a great first week, and remember to check back in to this page to learn more of what we are doing!
