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Instructional ComputerInstructional Computer
TECH2111
Dr. Alaa SadikInstructional & Learning Technologies Department
www.alaasadik.net/courses/[email protected]
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Instructional ComputerInstructional Computer
TECH2111
ApplicationsApplicationsWord-Processing, Word-Processing, SpreadsheetSpreadsheet & &
DatabaseDatabase
Lecture Five
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ApplicationsApplicationsWord-Processing, Word-Processing, SpreadsheetSpreadsheet & &
DatabaseDatabaseWhy use applications?
Improve productivityMake it faster to produce and organize instructional materials.
Improve appearanceProduce polished-looking materials.
Improve accuracyCreate and keep precise records and materials.
Support interaction Encourage cooperative group-learning activities.
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1. Definition
2. Features and capabilities
3. Advantages
4. Using applications in the classroom
5. Teaching students to use applications
ApplicationsApplicationsWord-Processing, Word-Processing, SpreadsheetSpreadsheet & &
DatabaseDatabase
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1. Definition of word processing
2. Features and capabilities of word processing
3. Advantages of using word processing
4. Using word processing in the classroom
5. Teaching students to use word processing
Word-ProcessingWord-Processing
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Word-ProcessingWord-Processing
Definition of word processing
The creation, input, editing, and production of words in documents and texts by means of a computer system.
Definition of word processing software
Computer programs that allow documents to be typed, revised, formatted and printed quickly and efficiently.
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Features and capabilities of word processing1. WYSIWYG editing
2. Storing documents for later use
3. Erasing and inserting text
4. Searching and replacing words
5. Moving or copying text
6. Wrapping lines and
7. Justifying text
8. Checking and correcting spelling
9. Reviewing style and grammar
10. Creating tables
11. Inserting and editing graphics
12. Tracking changes
Word-ProcessingWord-Processing
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Advantages of using word processing1. Time savings
modify documents instead of creating new ones, correct more quickly…
2. Better appearancesdocuments look more professionals, polished, accurate typing, appropriate font size, good-looking fonts…
3. Shared methodssharing documents easily among students, exchange ideas, edit others’ materials, track changes…
Word-ProcessingWord-Processing
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Using word processing in the classroom
to create:1. Welcome and permission letters for events and trips
2. List of class rules
3. Periodic student progress letters to parents
4. Frequently exercises and exams
5. Student information sheets and handouts
6. Annual reports for the school
7. Lesson plans
8. Newsletters
9. Reports and assignments
10. Language writing and structure activities
11. Foreign language activities
Word-ProcessingWord-Processing
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Teaching students to use word processing1. Dealing with toolbars and menus
2. Moving cursor and typing correctly
3. Highlighting and changing text font and size
4. Naming and saving files in different formats
5. Adjusting margins and page prosperities
6. Inserting objects (e.g. equations)
7. Searching and replacing words
8. Drawing and editing graphics
Word-ProcessingWord-Processing
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1. Definition of spreadsheets
2. Features and capabilities of spreadsheet
3. Advantages of using spreadsheets
4. Using spreadsheets in the classroom
5. Teaching students to use spreadsheets
SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets
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Definition of spreadsheets
A spreadsheet is a table, grid or matrix of data that shows data in rows and columns and used to perform a wide variety of simple to complex calculations.
Definition of spreadsheets software
A computer program that allows the user to enter text and numbers into a table with rows and columns, and then maintain and manipulate those numbers using the table structure.
SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets
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Features and capabilities of spreadsheets1. Calculations and comparisons
2. Automatic recalculations
3. Copying of cells
4. Lining up information in columns
5. Creation of graphs that correspond to data
6. Creation of custom functions
SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets
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Advantages of using spreadsheets1. Saving time
calculate quickly, recalculate easily, update data faster…
2. Creating chartscreate different types of chars, chart wizard, chart prosperities…
3. Answering “what if” questions (problem-solving)visualize the impact of changes, recalculate changes, transform data…
4. Motivationplay with numbers, immediate feedback, explore the relationship between inputs and outputs…
SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets
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Using spreadsheets in the classroom
to create:1. Score and record keeping
2. Attendance charts
3. Timetables
4. Illustration of abstract concepts
5. Graphical demonstration
6. Problem-solving activities
7. Sharing formulas and solutions
SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets
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Teaching students to use spreadsheets1. Format cells
2. Develop formulas
3. Visualize numerical data
4. Automate calculations
5. Exchange data
SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets
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1. Definition of databases
2. Features and capabilities of databases
3. Advantages of using databases
4. Using databases in the classroom
5. Teaching students to use databases
DatabasesDatabases
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DatabasesDatabases
Definition of databases
A database is a system designed to store information in a way that makes it easy to locate later.
Definition of database software
Computer programs that allow users to store, organize, and manipulate information, including both text and numerical data.
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Features and capabilities of databases1. Allowing changes to information (not document)
2. Sorting information alphabetically or numerically
3. Searching for information
4. Automatically creating reports or summaries
5. Merging with word-processing documents
DatabasesDatabases
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Advantages of using databases1. Reducing data redundancy
multiple location access, central database, customized reports…
2. Simplifying accessunique identifier, simple interface, accessible forms…
3. Saving time easily make changes, central access, anytime access…
4. Allowing comparisons of informationsearching data, filtering of data, sorting data…
5. Safeguarding privacy and securitysecure access, different levels of access, data backup
DatabasesDatabases
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Using databases in the classroom
to:1. Create Inventorying and locating instructional resources
2. Supply teachers’ and students’ information
3. Store and retrieve records
4. Plan instruction and enhance learning
5. Design research and study skills
6. Enhance problem-solving and decision-making skills
DatabasesDatabases
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Teaching students to use databases1. Create a new database using Wizard
2. Create new tables by entering data
3. Create forms in design mode
4. Understand the different between database components
5. Export data to Word document
6. Search and filter data
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Discussion &Conclusion