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6th grade PSSA brochure

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PA Standards-


 * NETS.1.6-8: Students demonstrate creative thinking, construct knowledge, and develop innovative products and processes using technology.
 * NETS.2.6-8: Students use digital media and environments to communicate and work collaboratively, including at a distance, to support individual learning and contribute to the learning of others.
 * NETS.6.6-8: Students demonstrate a sound understanding of technology concepts, systems and operations.
 * NETS.1.6-8: Students demonstrate creative thinking, construct knowledge, and develop innovative products and processes using technology.

Objectives -


 * * The various ways to select text
 * Using insert mode
 * Working with toolbars
 * Changing menu and toolbar
 * Using the Formatting Palette
 * Entering text into a document
 * Using Save and Save As
 * Working with the Toolbox
 * Cut, Copy, and Paste
 * Creating columns
 * Modifying columns
 * Evening Out Column Length
 * Resizing objects
 * Scaling
 * Object Size palette
 * Modifying tool behavior || * Create folders in Save As
 * Document views
 * Zooming and Full Screen views
 * Basic text editing
 * Working with the Clipboard
 * Drag and drop editing
 * Using undo and redo
 * Spelling and grammar check
 * Using the custom dictionary
 * Working with fonts
 * Changing character case
 * Flipping and Rotating Objects
 * Using Free Rotate Mode
 * Setting object preferences || * Place a Border Around Text
 * Page borders
 * Creating a Draw Object
 * Selecting objects
 * Object placement
 * Fill effects
 * Formatting lines
 * Resizing objects
 * Deleting an object
 * Clip Art Task Pane
 * Inserting a picture
 * Picture Formatting Options
 * Creating WordArt
 * Modifying WordArt
 * WordArt placement ||

__Tech lab__ - WP and graphic design

Evidence of best practice – students will be able to refer to the video and helpful tips on my wiki at anytime they get stuck and Model lesson before students are allowed to complete task.

__Activity__- Students will create a 3 panel brochure promoting good skills for the PSSA. The PSSA brochures can be used as a bookmark or a trifold as well.


 * __Guidelines __**
 *  panel 1=Title of brochure (10) - make it appealing and eye catching add 1-2 pictures (10) **
 * panel 2 = 8 terms used on the PSSA's (4math and 4reading) (25) include a picture (10) - words need to stand out (underline, change color, bold, etc 15) **
 * panel 3= 3 PSSA strategy //during// the test (math or reading) (20) & 3 testing tips //before// the test (20) **


 * Picture make your brochure more appealing **

**Create a rough copy on paper first**

You will use a template in Microsoft Word for a 3 panel brochure. Design it as you please but include all the items needed on the 3 panels. do NOT go outside the margins


 * 1) Choose a template from Microsoft Word for a 3 panel brochure
 * 2) plan your visual brochure in your mind (where will put your text?, what pictures will you want?, will you move things around the template?, which tips will you include?, Will you change the text design?
 * 3) start on panel 1 - design an interesting front
 * 4) look at panel 2 guidelines and decide what tips you will include. Make a nice presentation and have word art and/or picture
 * 5) look at panel 3 guidelines and decide what tips you will include. Make a nice presentation and have word art and/or picture

Scoring Guide:
 * template used
 * panel one - intersting, appealing and eye catching
 * panel two - 8 terms, defined (4 of each subject)
 * panel three - PSSA strategies
 * three pictures
 * spelling correct (no red or green lines)
 * the brochure is appealing and eye catching
 * the brochure is readable

 Before the Test
 * Eat well. Studies show that you need good nutrition to concentrate and perform your best.
 * Bring the right supplies. Bring your pencils, erasers, pens, rulers, compasses, calculators, or whatever else you'll need on test day.
 * Get at least 8 hours of sleep before the test
 * Eat a healthy breakfast
 * Set your alarm and have a backup alarm set as well.

 During the Test > See how many sections and what types of questions are on the test. Consider how much time to allow for each section, basing your decision on the point value of each. You don't want to spend too much time on a question that counts for only a few points. > From your first look at the test, take quick notes on ideas you might forget. For example, you may want to outline your answers to written response and essay questions right away.
 * Read the directions. Never assume that you know what the directions say. For example, some questions may have more than one correct answer.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Answer easy questions first. Answering easier questions may jog your memory about useful facts. You may also come across information that can help you with other questions.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Answer every question. Unless there's a penalty for wrong answers, it can't hurt to try.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Ask questions. If a question isn't clear, talk to your teacher. If that's not possible, explain your answer in the margin.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Identify key words. This will help you focus on the main idea of challenging questions.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Rephrase difficult questions. To understand questions better, rewrite them in your own words, but be careful not to change the meaning.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Organize your thoughts before you write. Spend some time organizing your responses to short-answer and essay questions. You'll reduce the time you need to revise.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Write neatly. Be sure you don't lose points on answers the instructor can't read.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Use all of the time you're given. If you finish early, don't race out. Use the extra time to proofread and edit your answers.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">read question before passage
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">context clues
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">process of elimination
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Review the whole test before you start.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Jot down your first thoughts.

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