IT final post

Q1: List 5 things you have learnt this semester?

• How to make and use a blog
• How to create memes
• How to use the snipping tool
• How to plan a trip on tripadvisor
• How to edit photos

Q2: What website/app did you most enjoy?

I most enjoyed using memegenerator. I never knew how to make memes and it is really fun and easy to use. It was also great how the website showed you other peoples memes.

Q3: What have you been pushed to do that you found challenging, yet have achieved?

What I did find challenging this semester was finding out how to use websites without someone telling me how to use it. I faced this challenge by exploring the website as best I could.

Q4: What would you change in future Y8 IT courses?

I would change that we got more class time to do the things and that there was a bit more instruction in how to use the websites.

Q5: What other websites/apps would you have liked to explore?

I would like to have explored a simple game making website.

Q6: Get a parent to comment on this blog!

Picture editing

PicMonkey and Inpaint

1.PicMonkey lets you edit photos. It lets you add backgrounds and things onto the picture. It lets you change the style of the picture. Also it lets you take stuff out to make a spot the difference thing.
2. From this............

                                                                    
                                                                       .......to this

                                                                 Spot the differences!

 3. http://www.picmonkey.com/?utm_expid=54526581-14.z28JiMSASTe2DlAFJ1wmzw.0&utm_referrer=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bing.com%2Fsearch%3Fq%3Dpicmonkey%26src%3DIE-TopResult%26FORM%3DIETR02%26conversationid%3D 
4. You could use this to make posters for school things. Also when you have a photo for a project but you need to take something out.
5.It was easy to use. It gives you all the tools to use. Although some tools were unable to be used because you had to actually purchase the program.

Prezi

Prezi

1. Prezi is a super complex presentation generator. It lets you make presentations that zoom in/out, move, play videos, etc.
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3. https://prezi.com/7hnootfntng0/edit/#16
4. You could use this in any subject that wants you to make a PowerPoint. Mainly IT. Or you could use this in CED, English etc.
5.It is easy to use. No challenges except that I had to look up a you tube video to put a video into  Prezi. Lots of instructions.  

Tripadvisor

Tripadvisor

1. tripadvisor lets you find cheap hotels. Also it lets you find attractions as well as retaurants and other things.

3. http://www.tripadvisor.com.au/Attractions-g293983-Activities-Jerusalem_Jerusalem_District.html
4. you could use this in not many subjects. Unless they need you to make an itinerary.
5. I did not face any difficulties. E$xcept that it is hard to find a certain hotel.

Identity theft

Methods of identity theft:

• Phishing: sending e-mails from your bank asking for passwords. In Australia we have lost a lot of money to identity theft in the last 10 years.
• Phone calls: Calls from your company saying someone has broken into your account and ask for your passwords.
• steal you wallet which usually has drivers licence, money, credit cards and personal info.

Other methods:

• Dumpster diving: thieves go through your trash for personal info in e-mails you have deleted
• Change of address: thieves change your address so all your mail goes to them.
• Mail theft: Stealing your mail from your front door out of your letter box
• Overlay: thieves can install things into ATM's so when you insert the card the information is sent straight to them.

Bad things that can happen if your identity is stolen:

• Thieves can take money out of your accounts and leave you in debt.
• They can go on a shopping spree with your money
• They can ruin your reputation for when you are trying to get a job.
• Give you a bad driving reputation.

Behaviours that can deter thieves from stealing your identity:

• Not have any accounts or passwords in the first place
• Cancel credit cards and other things if stolen
• Get identity theft prevention programs or software protection
• Protect purse and wallet at all times
• Monthly check credit card usage
• Cancel credits you aren't using
• Shred personal documents

Fakebook and SMS generator

Fakebook

1. Fakebook is like Facebook except fake. It lets you make a false profile that is private. You design everything from posts-comments. Also lets you make a fake SMS between people.

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3. http://www.classtools.net/FB/1966-59awgX      http://www.classtools.net/SMS/index.php
4. You could not use this in any subjects. Unless they require you to use fake Facebook. Maybe in home group to show how to be safe on Facebook. Or in a subject that wants you to make fake SMS's
5. I did not face any troubles. Although there is a lot of adds. I saved it and did not lose my progress like some others did.

Explain everything

Explain everything

1. Explain everything is an app that lets you make tutorials. You can record your voice and write at the same time.
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3.   https://itunes.apple.com/au/app/explain-everything/id431493086
4.You could use this in maths to explain certain math stuff. Also in any other subjects that require you to make tutorials.
5. I only faced one complication, I could not get it onto computer. Other than that it is easy to use. Great tutorial maker.

Instant crossword puzzle and word searches

Instant crossword puzzle and word searches

1.This website lets you create crossword puzzles. It also lets you make word searches
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3. http://www.puzzle-maker.com/crossword_Preview.cgi
4. You could use this in English to make word searches to revise things. Also  in French to revise things. In any subject you need to revise things.
5. I did not have any problems. It is straight forward and easy to use.

Google docs

Google docs

Google docs is a free version of certain word programs. It lets you create documents and transport them to different computers.

URL link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cVY7vkNyEpYtOjCr6BOkGNRB5yAvinEcUXMWpCrmEP4/edit

You could use this in any subjects you use word. It is pretty similar. It is much easier to share.

I did not face any challenges. It is straight forward and easy to use. If you face troubles scan the whole screen.

Coggle

1. Coggle lets you create mind maps. It lets you make easy connections and interesting mind maps.
2. screenshot at the top
3. URL link: https://coggle.it/diagram/VRCVyW_ekJwoneId
4. You could use this in a range of subjects to make mind maps. It would be great for science to revise for things. By making mind maps of what you're studying.
5. I did not face to many challenges. The only challenge was getting pictures onto the mind map. I solved this by getting help from the teacher. We figured out that you just had to save the picture then drag it from you pictures. 

Graphjam

Graphjam

 

1. This website lets you make graphs and memes. Also it lets you view other peoples memes.
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   URL link: http://builder.cheezburger.com/FlashBuilder/GraphJam
4. You could use this website in Maths to make graphs. Also in science to make charts and other things. It is good for any subject that requires a graph.
5. I only faced one difficulty. Finding how to make a graph. I solved this by asking for help. Other than that it is very easy to use.

Meme generator

Meme generator

 

1. Meme generator lets you make memes. The program lets you also post them and make your own pictures.
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   URL link: http://memegenerator.net/instance/60306546
4. You could not use this in any subjects. It is simply a website to make funny videos.
5. I did not face any difficulties. Except that the website is very slow.

 

 

Ngram

Ngram

 

1. Ngram lets you look up certain words and see how much they have been used. You can search up anything from names to toys.
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3.  URL link: https://books.google.com/ngrams/graph?content=Marvel+superheroes%2C+DC+superheroes&year_start=1968&year_end=2008&corpus=15&smoothing=3&share=&direct_url=t1%3B%2CMarvel%20superheroes%3B%2Cc0%3B.t1%3B%2CDC%20superheroes%3B%2Cc0
4. You could use this best in English. To look up words that you don't know. Also to look up how much certain words are used.
5. I did not face any challenges. It is very easy to work. You don't even need a tutorial.



SurveyMonkey

For every application you will need to present……..

1.    The name of the Website/application: Survey Monkey

2.    What it does (2-3 sentences): It lets you make surveys. It also lets you send them to people to complete and return results.

3.    Screenshots/shots of your final product:

4.    URL link to your solution: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?PREVIEW_MODE=DO_NOT_USE_THIS_LINK_FOR_COLLECTION&sm=luTkWdQPF8tru1TaH7tDCeieHDMgxDeiFE7_2F6xreXzc_3D

5.    How could you use this and in which subjects (3-5 sentences): You could use this in a number of subjects to make surveys on them. It would be great for maths to test if students are understanding the stuff they are learning. It would be the same for any other subject.

6.    What challenges did you face and how did you overcome them (3-5 sentences): Challenges I faced was getting people to reply to the survey. Also that getting a picture of the survey  was very hard through that I struggled to find a page where I could view the survey. I solved this by simply looking harder.

Time glider

For every application you will need to present……..

 

1.    The name of the Website/application: Time glider

2.    What it does (2-3 sentences: It is a timeline program that lets you make numerous timelines. You can put in dates and lots of info.

 

3.    Screenshots/shots of your final product:

4.    URL link to your solution: https://timeglider.com/login

5.    How could you use this and in which subjects (3-5 sentences): You could use this in a few subjects. Especially History to make historically accurate timelines. Also in English if you are required to make a timeline.

6.    What challenges did you face and how did you overcome them (3-5 sentences): I did not find any problems. Except that I forgot my password to get an accurate URL to my timeline. I could not figure out how to fix it.

 

Voki

For every application you will need to present……..

 

1.    The name of the Website/application: Voki

2.    What it does (2-3 sentences): Voki lets you make videos to post to the world. It lets you do this without using your own face.

3.    Screenshots/shots of your final product:

4.    URL link to your solution: http://www.voki.com/create.php

5.    How could you use this and in which subjects (3-5 sentences): You could use this in any subject that requires you to make videos that teach a lesson. You coul use it in maths to teach people things you learn. You coul use it in IT to teach how to use programs.

6.    What challenges did you face and how did you overcome them (3-5 sentences): I did not face any challenges. It is a very straight forward program. It is Extremely easy to use.

Quizlet

For every application you will need to present……..

 

1.    The name of the Website/application: Quizlet

2.    What it does (2-3 sentences): Quizlet is a flashcard program for subjects that is free. It lets you make flashcards and do a range of fun activities with them to help you remember them.

3.    Screenshots/shots of your final product:

4.    URL link to your solution: http://quizlet.com/73475702/chemistry-flash-cards/

5.    How could you use this and in which subjects (3-5 sentences): You could use this to make flashcards to revise on tests. Especially in English, science and history where you need to know the definitions of things. It would also be great for any other subject where you need to learn descriptions.

6.    What challenges did you face and how did you overcome them (3-5 sentences): I did not face any challenges. It is a simple to use website. Although I almost lost my stuff by accidently clicking back but luckily Quizlet saves itself as it goes on.

Glogster embedded

Glogster

For every application you will need to present……..

1.    The name of the Website/application: Glogster

2.    What it does (2-3 sentences): Glogster is a modern day version of posters. It lets you make digital posters.

3.    Screenshots/shots of your final product: Click below to view the glog.

http://pitto.edu.glogster.com/jayden-inferno/

4.   URL link to your solution: http://pitto.edu.glogster.com/jayden-inferno/

5.    How could you use this and in which subjects (3-5 sentences): You could use this in any subject that requires you to make a poster. For instance in english if you had to make a poster. Also in CED you could make an awesome poster about God.

6.    What challenges did you face and how did you overcome them (3-5 sentences): A big challenge I faced was getting the glog onto blogger. I overcame this by just getting a link to the site. So now all you have to do is click on the link in the smaller print then select the go to link option and your there.

Free and cheap stuff on the web

FREE and cheap stuff on the web

1. Subway- free six inch sub, Cold Rock- free cold rock ice cream , Nando's- free meal, Muffin Break- free muffin and The Cheesecake Shop- $5 coupon. All free on your birthday. URL: http://www.ez007.net/FreeSamplesAustraliaByMailOnly/free-stuff-on-your-birthday-in-australia-birthday-freebies/  24/2/15
2. You can get a bit of extra cash by making money by blogging for websites and doing daily posts for them. I don't think this is a scam because there are lots of websites that ask people to do this. URL: http://www.moneymagpie.com/article/45-ways-to-make-extra-money 24/2/15
3. A website a found that had free coupons and vouchers for Melbourne was: Melbourne coupons and vouchers. URL:http://www.groupon.com.au/coupons/melbourne    Another website was Spreets. URL: http://spreets.com.au/home/Melbourne

The last Algonquin

1. It was written by Theodore L. Kazimiroff

2. This story is about an algonquin indian called Joe two trees and his struggle through life as the last one of his clan. After most of his clan is killed or sold into slavery he flees to manhattan where he kills a robber in an act of self-defence. Then he gets a back breaking job. He quietly lives in Pelham bay park which is in a corner of New York. Finally, around the time of the civil war Joe realises there is no point in him living in a white world so he goes back to where he was born to live the rest of his life alone. Then many years later he entrusts his legacy to a boy scout.

3. I do not think it is appropriate for a ten year old child because it has a lot of racism. Also it has murder in it.

4. You could buy it from an internet web site the cheapest I found it was $7.80

5. There is a movie of the book and you can find it online at you tube. URL: www.youtube.com/watch?v=alPQvkWM9nI

4. I found a site where you can get a free retro lollie hamper just by entering a competition. URL: https://www.magicfreebiesuk.co.uk/?gclid=Cj0KEQiAvKunBRCfsum9z6fu_5IBEiQAu4lg4qvSb9prw18ZOLzO-TowD3F52dCmruptM40o2JMac0UaAtvb8P8HAQ

 

 

 

 
 
 

Storybird

For every application you will need to present……..

 

1.    The name of the Website/application: Storybird

2.    What it does (2-3 sentences): Storybird is a website that lets you make your own stories. When making the stories you have a range of different templates to choose from. It also provides pictures for you to use in your stories.

3.    Screenshots/shots of your final product:

4.    URL link to your solution: https://storybird.com/books/khrty5tz6j/edit/

5.    How could you use this and in which subjects (3-5 sentences): You could use this program in a range of subjects. It would be perfect for English. In English you write lots of stories this website would allow you to make proper stories. Also it could be used in CED and other subjects where you write stories.

6.    What challenges did you face and how did you overcome them (3-5 sentences): A challenge I faced was finding out how to use it. I solved this by just trying the different tools. Also for the photos I struggled to find the photos I needed. I solved this by just looking harder.

 

Strip generator

Comic creators

 

1.    The name of the Website/application: Strip generator

2.    What it does (2-3 sentences): Strip generator lets you make funny comics. It allows you to make comics quickly and safely as the website provides the pictures.

3.    Screenshots/shots of your final product:

4.    URL link to your solution: http://stripgenerator.com/strip/886921/david-and-goliath/view/all/

5.    How could you use this and in which subjects (3-5 sentences): You could use this to make quick funny comics. It would be great for art as it incorporates art into it. Also it could be used in English to make comics of stories you write.  I.T. to learn how to make comics.

6.    What challenges did you face and how did you overcome them (3-5 sentences): I did not really face any challenges. It was pretty straight forward. It had easy to follow instructions. It also had easy to use tools.

The power of videos to teach cont.

Choose one video to answer these questions

1.     What was it about (50-100 words): It was about a guy telling people about how Lego is for adults as well as kids and that the Age limit on the boxes is just a suggestion. He tells this by relating it to his family and when he first bought Lego for his son. The boxes age limit was 8-12 and his son was 4 so he was a bit nervous about getting it but he decided the age limit is just a suggestion and Lego is for all ages.

2.     What is one interesting fact you learned (1-2 sentences): I learnt that Lego is for all ages. The ages on the boxes are just a suggestion.

3.     What did the presenter do to make it interesting (1-2 sentences): He had made the TED logo out of Lego. Which he had slightly broken so he could assemble it.

4.     How can this site be useful for your education (1-2 sentences): This site is useful for my education because I can find videos on things I'm learning about.

The power of videos to teach

Answer on both videos

1.     What was the title of the video: Legos for grown ups 

2.     What is the URL: http://www.ted.com/talks/hillel_cooperman_legos_for_grownups

3.     Date and time of when you accessed it: 10/02/2015, 10:01 AM

4.     A screenshot of the video:

The power of videos to teach

Answer on both videos

1.     What was the title of the video: Blog

2.     What is the URL: https://www.commoncraft.com/video/blogs

3.     Date and time of when you accessed it: 10/02/2015, 9:54 AM

4.     A screenshot of the video:

 

Blogger

For every application you will need to present……..

 

1.    The name of the Website/application:

Blogger

2.    What it does (2-3 sentences):

Blogger lets you post blogs to the world. It also lets you get to tell the world stuff safely.

3.    Screenshots/shots of your final product:

 

4.    URL link to your solution: https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=6562009095295182206#editor/target=post;postID=8709985072090503257

5.    How could you use this and in which subjects (3-5 sentences): We could use this to post homework to our teachers. Wecould use this in IT as we use computers a lot. Also we use it for any subject that we use computers for projects.

6.    What challenges did you face and how did you overcome them (3-5 sentences): I did face some challenges. 1: I struggled to post my blog it wouldn't work. I had to wait a while then try again and it worked. 2: I also didn't do this blog on my previous one , I did it on anew one so I copied and pasted it on my old blog.

Hello People!

Hello People!

 

Hi my name is Jayden and I am teaching myself a variety of Applications and apps to assist me in learning, remembering, studying, being more creative, sticking to deadlines and solving problems, skills which I will need for life. I hope you enjoy this!!!