Hello, substitute

My 1st-period Computer Training class should do the following:

1. Use the Internet to find the following:
   1. A good web page that explains the difference between the binary number system and the decimal number system.
   2. A good web page that shows how to convert binary numbers to decimal equivalents.
   3. A good web page that shows how to convert decimal numbers to binary equivalents.
2. When they’re finished, they need to save each web page in their Favorites (called Bookmarks in Firefox). That way I can check on Monday. Tell them I will give them a grade for doing it right.

Tell them to please use their regular Windows XP computers. Ask Riki for help. He’s really a helpful kid.

Thanks. Look below for my instructions for 2nd and 3rd periods (Entrepreneurship classes).

Hello, substitute

Both my 2nd and 3rd period Entrepreneurship classes should work quietly on their PowerPoint presentations. The instructions are right below this entry. Scroll down to see it. If anyone gives you any trouble, please write down their names. Let them know Mr. Ross will take away their work ethic points. I hope they’re nice to you. Thank you.

Our Communication and Interpersonal Skills Presentation

Here are the guidelines for your new PowerPoint assignment:

1. Explain all (all) the key points of Ch. 8 and Ch. 10, using the best communication skills you already know.
2. Do your best to write headings, subheadings, key points and bulleted lists on your slides.
3. Use good graphics to communicate your message.
4. Most important: Write a narrative or script for each slide that explains the points of that slide, and be prepared to present most of your message by the spoken word. That means saying more than what is on the slide, and don’t read your message from the slide — except for the main points that organize your speech.
5. Make sure you create a complete bibliography (citations page) to show where you got everything.

You will be graded on:

1. Your spoken message and its effectiveness.
2. The design and use of graphics.
3. The organization of your key points, headings, subheadings and bulleted lists.
4. The completeness of the coverage of the material in Ch. 8 & 10.

Do your best. I plan to begin the presentations on Nov. 19.