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Classroom Link Portfolio CD-ROM User Guide

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Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................. 1

NEW TO THIS EDITION ................................................................................................. 1

FEATURES..................................................................................................................... 1

INSTALL AND LAUNCH THE CLASSROOM LINK PORTFOLIO DATABASE............ 2

INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE ..................................................................................... 2

Review the Readme files and system requirements .................................................. 2

Install the Classroom Link Portfolio Database Application....................................... 2

Windows/PC.....................................................................................................................................................2 Macintosh.........................................................................................................................................................3

LAUNCH THE CLASSROOM LINK PORTFOLIO APPLICATION ................................ 3

Windows ........................................................................................................................ 3

Mac OS9/OSX ............................................................................................................... 3

THE HANDS-ON WITH TECHNOLOGY HOME SCREEN............................................. 4

TECHNICAL SUPPORT ................................................................................................. 4

CLASSROOM LINK PORTFOLIO: ORGANIZATION AND NAVIGATION.................... 5

HOME SCREEN.............................................................................................................. 5

MAIN NAVIGATION LINKS............................................................................................ 5

BACK LINK .................................................................................................................... 6

NAVIGATION BUTTONS ............................................................................................... 6

THE ASSURE MODEL ................................................................................................... 7

OPEN THE MODEL........................................................................................................ 7

VIEW THE STEPS .......................................................................................................... 7

BACK.............................................................................................................................. 7

ABOUT AND HELP FEATURES.................................................................................... 8

ABOUT ........................................................................................................................... 8

HELP............................................................................................................................... 8

PRINT HELP/ABOUT TOPICS....................................................................................... 8

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BUILD YOUR PORTFOLIO............................................................................................ 9

ABOUT THE CLASSROOM LINK PORTFOLIO DATABASE ....................................... 9

ASSURE Lesson Plans ................................................................................................. 9

Technology Resource Evaluations.............................................................................. 9

Portfolio Development Activities ................................................................................. 9

Professional Development Portfolios.......................................................................... 9

ACCESS THE BUILD YOUR PORTFOLIO DATABASE ............................................. 10

GLOSSARY OF FUNCTIONS ...................................................................................... 10

Create ........................................................................................................................... 10

Help .............................................................................................................................. 10

Print .............................................................................................................................. 10

Search .......................................................................................................................... 11

Show All ....................................................................................................................... 11

Sort Records List View ............................................................................................... 11

Spell Check.................................................................................................................. 11

ASSURE LESSON PLANS DATABASE: GETTING STARTED.................................. 12

ACCESS THE LESSON PLANS DATABASE ............................................................. 12

LESSON PLANS LIST VIEW ....................................................................................... 12

FUNCTIONS: What Can I Do from The Lesson Plan List View?.............................. 13

Browse the List of Lesson Plans ............................................................................... 13

Sort the List ................................................................................................................. 13

Show Sample Lessons ............................................................................................... 13

Open/View a Lesson ................................................................................................... 13

Edit a Lesson Plan ...................................................................................................... 14

Search the Lesson Plan Database............................................................................. 14

Show All ....................................................................................................................... 15

Print Plans ................................................................................................................... 15

View Help ..................................................................................................................... 15

Create a new ASSURE Lesson Plan .......................................................................... 15

ANATOMY OF THE LESSON PLAN: .......................................................................... 16

EXPLORE A SAMPLE LESSON.................................................................................. 16

DETAIL SCREENS....................................................................................................... 16

Navigating the Lesson Plan Template....................................................................... 16

What Can I Do From the Lesson Plan Detail Screens?............................................ 17

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LESSON PLAN FUNCTIONS....................................................................................... 17

Create a new ASSURE Lesson Plan .......................................................................... 17

Duplicate a Lesson Plan ............................................................................................. 17

Delete a Lesson Plan .................................................................................................. 18

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS .......................................................................................... 18

Spell Check.................................................................................................................. 19

Print a Lesson Plan..................................................................................................... 19

View Help ..................................................................................................................... 19

CREATING ASSURE LESSON PLANS....................................................................... 20

OPEN A NEW ASSURE LESSON PLAN..................................................................... 20

DESCRIBE THE LESSON............................................................................................ 20

ASSIGN NETS STANDARDS ...................................................................................... 21

A: ANALYZE LEARNERS............................................................................................ 22

Enter Learner Characteristics .................................................................................... 22

S: STATE OBJECTIVES .............................................................................................. 23

Add a New Objective................................................................................................... 23

Editing Objectives....................................................................................................... 23

Deleting Objectives..................................................................................................... 23

S: SELECT METHODS, MEDIA, AND MATERIALS.................................................... 24

Add Methods ............................................................................................................... 24

Add Media .................................................................................................................... 24

Add Materials............................................................................................................... 25

U: UTILIZE MEDIA AND MATERIALS......................................................................... 25

Environment Preparation ........................................................................................... 26

Audience Preparation ................................................................................................. 26

R: REQUIRE LEARNER PARTICIPATION .................................................................. 27

Initial Activities............................................................................................................ 27

Follow-Up Activities.................................................................................................... 28

E: EVALUATE AND REVISE ....................................................................................... 28

RETURN TO THE LESSON PLAN LIST VIEW............................................................ 29

TECHNOLOGY RESOURCE EVALUATIONS DATABASE ........................................ 30

OPEN THE DATABASE ............................................................................................... 30

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LIST VIEW .................................................................................................................... 30

SELECTION RUBRICS ................................................................................................ 31

Print a Selection Rubric.............................................................................................. 32

Show/Hide List of Selection Rubrics......................................................................... 32

CREATING TECHNOLOGY RESOURCE EVALUATIONS ......................................... 33

OPEN A NEW TRE RECORD ...................................................................................... 33

TRE DETAIL SCREEN ................................................................................................. 34

Description .................................................................................................................. 34

Strong and Weak Points ............................................................................................. 35

CRITERIA RATINGS .................................................................................................... 35

Recommended Action ................................................................................................ 36


Delete an Evaluation ................................................................................................... 36

Print a Technology Resource Evaluation.................................................................. 36

View Help ..................................................................................................................... 37

Spell Check.................................................................................................................. 37

Search Evaluations ..................................................................................................... 37

Show All ....................................................................................................................... 38

Print Evaluations......................................................................................................... 38

PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES DATABASE............................................ 39

YOUR DATABASE OF NETS·T PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES............. 39


CREATING PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES............................................. 40

PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY DETAIL VIEW............................................ 40

Describe the Activity................................................................................................... 40

Overview ...................................................................................................................... 41

DEMONSTRATE COMPETENCY ................................................................................ 41

Return to the Portfolio Activity Detail Screen........................................................... 44


Delete Activity ............................................................................................................. 44

Print Portfolio Development Activities ...................................................................... 44

Search .......................................................................................................................... 44

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PORTFOLIOS DATABASE................................. 45


CREATE A PERSONAL PROFILE............................................................................... 45

CREATING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PORTFOLIOS.................................. 47

OPEN A NEW PORTFOLIO ......................................................................................... 47

PORTFOLIO DETAIL SCREEN.................................................................................... 47

Description .................................................................................................................. 47

Personal Information .................................................................................................. 48

Personal Statement..................................................................................................... 48

Image............................................................................................................................ 48

ASSIGN PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES.................................................. 49

Edit Your Portfolio....................................................................................................... 50


Print a Personal Profile............................................................................................... 50

Create a Professional Development Portfolio........................................................... 50

Delete a Professional Development Portfolio........................................................... 50

Spell Check.................................................................................................................. 50

Print a Professional Development Portfolio ............................................................. 51

Help .............................................................................................................................. 51

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Introduction

Learning the ropes of the teaching profession can sometimes be a confusing process. Trying to determine

what type of lesson plan to use, or deciding which media format to use to accompany that lesson, can be a

challenge. Moreover, the time you spend choosing lesson plans and media can divert attention from the

most important aspect of teaching: meeting the needs of the students.

The Classroom Link Portfolio grew out of a desire to use technology as a tool to support a major portion

of what teachers do: plan and implement learning experiences for their students. It is designed to make the

planning process easier for you, the teacher. In addition, Classroom Link Portfolio CD-ROM is built upon

the premise that media can be incorporated into teaching to ASSURE good learning.

This edition of the Classroom Link Portfolio CD-Rom has been fully updated and redesigned, with

enhanced tools for building and maintaining your own lesson plan database, technology resource

evaluations, and dynamic professional portfolios. Additionally, this update provides increased connection

to the International Society for Technology in Education’s (ISTE) National Educational Standards for

Teachers (NETS). Lesson plans can be connected to the standards for teachers (NETS·T) and students

(NETS·S); portfolio development activities can be connected to the NETS·T and associated with one or

more NETS·S based professional portfolios.

Within this User’s Guide, you will find step-by-step instructions for installing and using the Classroom

Link Portfolio as well as additional tips, information, and references to discussions in the main text that

will assist you in the decision-making process as you build your database of lesson plans, technology

evaluations, and portfolio activities and compile your teaching portfolio.

NEW TO THIS EDITION

The Classroom Link Portfolio software has been updated to include expanded lesson planning, resource

evaluation, and portfolio building features, and to offer a more user-friendly environment. These updates

include

• Sample ASSURE lesson plans,

• Printable Selection Rubrics,

• Redesigned, interactive ASSURE lesson plan and technology Resource Evaluation templates,

• New, comprehensive Help feature,

• Increased connection to the NETS·T standards, and

• Ability to create one or more NETS·T-aligned Professional Portfolios.

FEATURES

The Classroom Link Portfolio application is organized into three major sections, which can be entered

using the navigation links available at the bottom of the home page. Links at the bottom of each screen

within the portfolio builder also allow you to easily navigate between components of the software.

• ASSURE Model: Review the Assure Model by clicking on the link at the bottom of the screen.

Connect to the review from any screen in the database and return to the function using the back

button in the upper left of the screen.

• Build Your Portfolio: Enter the portfolio builder to create and review ASSURE Lesson Plans,

Technology Resource Evaluations, Portfolio Development Activities, and Professional Portfolios.

Navigation buttons allow you to toggle between sections and to access help topics from any screen.

• About: Link to a menu of additional information and tips for using the CD, which can also be

accessed from any screen within the CD.

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Install and Launch the Classroom Link Portfolio Database

Before you can begin exploring the Classroom Link Portfolio Database, you must install the software

from the Classroom Link Portfolio CD onto your computer’s hard drive. Once installed, the software will

be located on your computer; as you create new records, add images, and build portfolios, these records

are stored on your computer, within the database. (The CD is necessary only to install the software on

your computer. Once you install the software on your computer, you will not need to insert the CD to use

the application. It is not possible to access the database to add records and build portfolios directly on the

CD.) This chapter will guide you through the quick and easy installation process and describe how to

launch the Classroom Link Portfolio Database.

INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE

Insert the Classroom Portfolio CD into your computer’s CD drive. It will take a second to load. Open the

appropriate folder for your operating system (OS9, OSX, or PC).

Review the Readme files and system requirements

1. Minimum System Requirements for Windows

• Intel/AMD compatible computer 486/33 or later

• 32 MB of memory

• 40 MB of hard disk space

• Microsoft Windows 98, Me, NT 4.0(SP3 or later), 2000

• A mouse

• CD-ROM drive, at least 2X or faster

2. Minimum Software Requirements for Macintosh: The CD-ROM software supports Mac OS version

8.1 through Mac OS 9.1. [Mac OS 8.6 or later required for Web Companion and ODBC features.]

Macintosh OSX Hardware Requirements:

• Apple G3 computer or higher (excluding G3 upgrade cards)

• 128MB of RAM required

• Hard Disk and CD-ROM drive

Macintosh OS 9 Hardware Requirements:

• Power Macintosh Computer or later

• 32MB of RAM required

• Hard Disk and CD-ROM drive

Install the Classroom Link Portfolio Database Application

Windows/PC

1. Access (or return to) the CD drive folder and open

the setup.exe file.

2. The Windows installation wizard will open.

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3. Click on the Next button and follow each step of the installation wizard. Upon installation, a shortcut

will be automatically added to your computer desktop, and the Hands-On application will be added to

your start menu.

Macintosh

1. To install the program, simply drag the folder titled "Classroom Link Portfolio Folder" to the selected

destination on your hard drive. (Note: To properly copy software, be sure that you drag the folder to a

destination on your hard drive, such as the Applications Folder, and not simply to your desktop.)

LAUNCH THE CLASSROOM LINK PORTFOLIO APPLICATION

Windows

1. Locate the application shortcut. During installation, a shortcut called

“HandsOn Technology” is automatically placed on your computer

desktop.

2. Double-click on the desktop shortcut icon to open the database.

Mac OS9/OSX

1. The Classroom Link Portfolio application is

located in the Classroom Link Portfolio folder that

you copied to your computer’s hard drive during

installation. Locate the folder on your hard drive

and double-click to open it.

2. Within the folder, double-click on the Classroom

Portfolio application to launch the database.

Can’t find the Windows shortcut?

You can launch from the Start Menu: Click on Start in the lower left corner of the desktop to display

the menu. Select All Programs. Click on Classroom Portfolio in the displayed list. A shortcut will appear next to the listing. Click on this shortcut to open the application. (Right-click on the shortcut here to copy and paste it onto your desktop.)

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THE HANDS-ON WITH TECHNOLOGY HOME SCREEN

It will take a second or two for the application to launch. The opening, or Home, screen will be

automatically displayed:

The Home screen is your gateway to enter and navigate between each component of the Classroom Link

Portfolio application.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

If you experience problems with this software, contact the Prentice Hall technical support.

• By telephone: 1-800-677-6337 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. CST, Monday through Friday.

• Online: Fill out the web form located at http://247.prenhall.com/mediaform.html

If possible, please be at your computer when contact tech support. Our staff will need certain

information about your system to help us efficiently solve your problem; please have the following

information ready:

• product and title and product ISBN

• computer make and model

• RAM available

• hard disk space available

• graphics card type

• sound card type

• printer make and model

• network connection

• detailed description of the problem, including the exact wording of any error messages.

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Classroom Link Portfolio: Organization and Navigation

Launch the Classroom Link Portfolio, as described in the preceding section, and then familiarize yourself

with the organization and basic navigation of the Classroom Link Portfolio database by trying out each of

the navigation features as it is described. (To complete the walkthrough, you must have the Classroom

Link Portfolio application installed on your computer.)

HOME SCREEN

Upon starting the Classroom Link Portfolio software, the first screen to appear is the home page, which

includes title information as well as links to the three main components of the application: the ASSURE

Model, Build Your Own Portfolio, and About features.

MAIN NAVIGATION LINKS

Three blue text links, labeled in the figure above, are located along the bottom of each screen in the

database. Use these Main Navigation Links to enter or move between components of the Classroom Link

Portfolio application:

ASSURE Model This brief review of the Assure Model is available from any screen in the database.

About This section includes additional information and help for using features of the Classroom Link

Portfolio.

Build Your Portfolio This section of the software includes interactive templates and tools for creating and

managing your Classroom Link Portfolio database, including ASSURE Lesson Plans, Technology

Resource Evaluations, Portfolio Development Activities, and Professional Portfolios.

Home Within each of the three main components, a Home link also appears. This link returns you to the

home page (pictured above).

Try It! Launch the database and explore the main navigation links, as well as the Back link.

Build Your Portfolio Click on this link to open the Build Your Portfolio database, providing access to the Lesson Plans, Technology Resource Evaluations, Portfolio Development Activities, and Professional Portfolios database.

ASSURE Model Click on this link to open to the

interactive ASSURE Model for lesson planning.

About Click on this link to access the

complete listing of topical information and Help for each

feature and function of the database.

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BACK LINK

Throughout the database, blue Back links are located in the upper left corner of the screen. These links return

you to the screen and database function you originally came from.

NAVIGATION BUTTONS

Within the Build Your Portfolio component of the Classroom Link Portfolio application, large color-

coded navigation buttons are located along the top of each list view. These buttons make it easy to move

between major functions of the Build Your Portfolio section—simply click on the button to open the

desired feature.

Back Click on the Back link to return to the

screen and database function you

originally came from.

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The ASSURE Model

This section of the Classroom Link Portfolio application provides a brief review of the ASSURE model

for planning and implementing lessons using technology and media. You may wish to review the model

before creating a lesson, technology resource evaluation, or portfolio activities. You can access the model

from any component of the Classroom Link application by following the steps below.

OPEN THE MODEL

Connect to the review from any screen in these sections of the CD using the ASSURE Model

navigation link.

VIEW THE STEPS

You can choose to view individual steps using the navigation buttons at the top of the screen, or

review the steps in sequence using the Next link located in the lower right corner of each screen (A

link labeled Previous appears on subsequent screens and links to the previous step of the model.)

BACK

You can connect to the model from nearly any screen within the database. Once your review is

complete, click on the Back link in the upper left corner and return to the screen you came from to

resume your planning, evaluation, or other portfolio work.

View the Steps Click on a letter to

display the title and summary for the corresponding

step, or use the Next link to view them sequentially.

Next Click here to view the

next step of the model.

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About and Help Features

The Help and About features provide easy access to topically organized descriptive information, useful

tips, and instructions for each feature of the Classroom Link Portfolio database.

ABOUT

1. Click the blue About text link at the bottom of any screen to display the Classroom Link Portfolio

Help, with the topic “About the Portfolio” displayed for your reference.

2. To view additional topics from within the Help function, click on a topic in the menu list; use the

scroll bar to view additional topics in the list. The text for each topic will appear in the right-hand

window. Use the arrows on the right edge of the screen to scroll through the text.

3. Once your review is complete, click on the Back link in the upper left corner to return to the screen

you came from.

HELP

Link directly to topical information and tips for screens/features within the Build Your Portfolio section

of the software.

1. Click on the Help button located in the upper right corner of any screen

to display information and instructions for the screen/function you are

using.

2. Review the information, Browse additional topics, and/or print the

information.

3. Once your review is complete, click on the Back link in the upper left

corner to return to the screen you came from.

PRINT HELP/ABOUT TOPICS

Two print functions are available:

• Print Topic: Click on the button to print just the topic you are viewing.

• Print All: Click on the button to print the entire contents (all topics) of the About/Help documentation.

Back Link Returns you

to the database screen you

came from.

Topic List Click on a

topic to view information and help. Use

the scrollbar along the right edge to

browse the list.

Print

Print just the topic you are viewing or

print contents of all topics.

Topical Information. Information for

the highlighted topic is automatically

displayed in the window.

Use the

scrollbar/arrows to move through the displayed

text.

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Build Your Portfolio

ABOUT THE CLASSROOM LINK PORTFOLIO DATABASE

Build Your Portfolio is the interactive component of the Classroom Link Portfolio and contains four

sections—ASSURE Lesson Plans, Technology Resource Evaluations, Professional Development

Activities, and Professional Development Portfolio—that allow you to create and manage a

comprehensive planning and portfolio database that can be used throughout your teaching career. Each of

these components is designed to build upon concepts and information presented in Instructional

Technology and Media for Learning, Eighth Edition:

ASSURE Lesson Plans

To ASSURE good learning, it is necessary to plan. The lesson planning template provides an interactive,

electronic version of the ASSURE model presented in Chapter 3 (pages 46–79) of the text and enables

teachers to create lessons that incorporate media into good teaching. Additionally, nine sample lesson

plans, each based on an ASSURE Case in Practice presented in chapters 4–12 of the text, have been

added the database to provide users with real-life examples using the ASSURE model in practice.

Following the ASSURE template and using the sample cases and authors’ hints as guidance in decision

making, users can create new lessons, modify existing ones, print them out, and save them to the

electronic database, making the planning process (and recordkeeping both efficient and effective. These

lessons comprise a database that teachers can use in the classroom, for professional development, and as

part of a teaching portfolio.

Technology Resource Evaluations

When determining what instructional material is most appropriate, it is important to consider lesson

objectives and learner needs and to systematically evaluate materials according to relevant criteria. This

section of the CD provides users with interactive templates for each Selection Rubric located within the

main text. The electronic templates can be used to create new resource evaluations, modify existing

evaluations, print them out, and build an electronic database of evaluations for use in the future.

Evaluations in the database can then be used in the classroom, with lesson plans, and as part of a Portfolio

Development Activity that can be added to a Professional Teaching Portfolio. Additionally, users can

print blank forms for each Selection Rubric for use off-site or in the classroom.

Portfolio Development Activities

This feature allows you to create customized reflective portfolio items for the NETS·T. Each activity

serves as evidence of your professional development and competency in meeting the standards. The

interactive Portfolio Activities template allows you to customize each record by linking it to the

appropriate ISTE NETS·S standard and then demonstrating your competency using your ASSURE

Lesson Plans and Technology Resource Evaluations, and/or adding images, descriptions, and a reflective

statement. Each activity becomes part of your personal database and can be added to one or more

Professional Development Portfolios.

Professional Development Portfolios

Professional development portfolios can be used for many purposes: for graduation, course, or

accreditation requirements, to document personal growth, for job searches, and other situations. This

feature of the Classroom Link Portfolio CD enables you to assemble NETS·T standards-based,

customized electronic portfolios for any purpose or audience using the records in your collection of

Portfolio Development Activities. The portfolio builder allows users to create one or more new portfolios

as well as a personal profile, manage existing portfolios, and track their progress in meeting the

competencies outlined by the NETS·T standards. Additionally, an updated print function allows users to

print the full contents of any portfolio or to print a standards-based outline of the contents, which can be

used for record keeping or review.

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ACCESS THE BUILD YOUR PORTFOLIO DATABASE

Open the Build Your Portfolio feature to access the Lesson Plans, Technology Resource Evaluations,

Portfolio Development Activities, and Professional Development Portfolios databases. (Detailed

information and instructions on using the templates and features of these four components is provided in

the sections that follow.)

1. Open the Build Your Portfolio database using the navigation link at the bottom of the home page (or

from any screen within the ASSURE Model).

2. The first screen of the Build Your Portfolio database is the list view screen of the ASSURE Lesson

Plans component.

3. Use the navigation buttons located across the top of each screen to move between the four major

components of the database.

GLOSSARY OF FUNCTIONS

The following functions are common throughout the four components of the Build Your Portfolio

database. Where applicable, the buttons for these functions, as shown below, are located near the top of

each screen on which they are available. Additional functions are available only within specific

components of the database and are described in the appropriate section of this guide.

Create

Clicking the Create button will add a new record to the Portfolio database, the type of which is

dependent upon which list view or detail screen you are viewing at the time.

Help

You can quickly reference Help documentation by clicking the Help button. When you are ready to

return to the Classroom Portfolio, simply click the Back button located in the upper left corner.

Print

To print the record you are viewing, click on the print icon in the upper right corner of the screen.

A preview of the document will open. Click on the button labeled Continue (on the left side of the

window) to proceed with printing. Several print options are available throughout the database, as

described below.

Navigation Buttons

Click to access each

section of Build Your Portfolio.

Main Navigation

Links

Connect to other

main components of the Classroom Link Portfolio.

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Printing from a List View. To print all of the records shown in the list view in their entirety, click on the print

icon in the upper right corner of the screen. This function allows you to print all records in this section of

the database, or to print all records for a found set following a search.

Printing within a Lesson Plan, Technology Resource Evaluation, or Portfolio Development Activity record. To print

the record you are viewing, click on the print icon in the upper right corner of the screen. All fields from

each screen of the record will be printed. For Portfolio Development Activities, each associated Lesson

Plan, Technology Resource Evaluation, and Image Artifact associated with the activity will also be

printed.

In the Professional Development Portfolio. Two print options are available:

• Print Profile: The professional profile provides an overview of the current portfolio. The Profile lists

the activities you have associated with this portfolio, organized by the NETS·T Standards.

• Print Portfolio: To print the full content of the current portfolio, choose the Print Portfolio function.

This function will print the content of your Personal Profile, Professional Profile listing, and each of

the Portfolio Development Activities associated with the portfolio, including Lesson Plans,

Technology Resource Evaluations, and Image Artifacts included in each activity.

Search

The search function allows you to locate and list records that meet specific criteria, for instance,

lesson plans for grade level 3. Click on the Search button to display the search screen. Enter

desired criteria in the appropriate field(s), and then click the button labeled Perform Search. Criteria are

not case-dependent, and full or partial words can be entered. Search results will be listed in the list view.

To return to the full list view, click on the Show All button (shown below). If your search returns no

matches, or fewer than expected, try using fewer restrictions by decreasing the number of criteria or using

partial terms. To cancel your search, click on the Cancel button.

Show All

This function refreshes the list screen, returning all items to the list view. Use this function to

return to the full listing from the found list of a search, or after selecting to Show Samples in the

ASSURE Lesson Plans and Technology Resource Evaluations.

Sort Records List View

Sort records in any list view using any of the displayed headings. Click on the desired column heading.

The list of records will be sorted using the contents of the appropriate column and will be arranged in

ascending alphabetical order.

Spell Check

The check the spelling in a specific field, click on the cursor within the desired field and then click

on the Spell Check button. To check the spelling for all fields on the screen, click outside of the

fields (click on the background) and then choose the spell check feature. A dialog box will appear in front

of the current screen. Questionable words will appear in the field titled Word, followed by a list of

options for replacing the term. Correct the questionable term by choosing one from the list or by editing

the term within the display field and clicking the Replace button.

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ASSURE Lesson Plans Database: Getting Started

The ASSURE Lesson Plan portion of the Classroom Link Portfolio allows you to create, view, and edit

your own lesson plans using the ASSURE template and to view sample ASSURE Lesson Plans based on

the ASSURE Cases in Practice found in chapters 4–12 of the textbook.

This section of the user guide provides step-by-step instructions to acquaint you with the basic format and

features of the ASSURE Lesson Plans database. You are encouraged to walk through your own copy of

the database, following the steps to complete as many of the “Try It!” tasks as you can to gain a complete

understanding of the dynamic features and resources in the database. (Note that you must have the

database installed on your computer to complete the actions described here.)

ACCESS THE LESSON PLANS DATABASE

Open the Build Your Portfolio feature using the main navigation link. The first screen of the Build Your

Portfolio feature is also the first screen of the lesson plan database, the Lesson Plans List View. If you are

already in the Build Your Portfolio database, click on the green navigation button at the top of the screen

to open the Lesson Plans database from any other section.

LESSON PLANS LIST VIEW

The first time you open the lesson plans database, the list view will include nine sample lesson plans

displayed on a pale yellow background. Each new lesson you create will be added to your database and

listed here as well. The lessons you create will be highlighted in gray and will be displayed below the

sample lessons.

The list view includes the following fields:

• ASSURE Lesson Plan Title – Lessons are arranged in alphabetic order by title.

• Subject – Helps you categorize and search lesson plan database.

• Grade Level – Searchable field characterizes the appropriate audience.

• Creation Date – The date you created the lesson (for user-created lessons only).

• Date Implemented – Date the lesson was used in the classroom.

Sample Lessons Preloaded

samples are highlighted with yellow

in the list.

Your

Lessons Lessons you create will be

highlighted gray, as shown in this

example.

Navigation

Buttons Click these to move

between sections of Build Your

Portfolio.

Main Navigation

Links Connect to other

sections of the Classroom

Link Portfolio.

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FUNCTIONS: What Can I Do from The Lesson Plan List View?

Before creating new lessons and adding them to your database, take a few minutes to explore the sample

lesson plans and to familiarize yourself with the functions available from the lesson plan list view.

Browse the List of Lesson Plans

Use the scrollbar and up/down arrows along the right edge of the database window to move up and down

through the list.

Sort the List

To sort a list, click on the appropriate column heading in the list view. The list of records will be

displayed in ascending alphabetical order.

Show Sample Lessons

Sample Lesson Plans are highlighted in yellow and are listed above the lesson plans you create. Upon

installation, Show Samples is activated by default—an X appears in the checkbox next to Yes when the

function is turned on, and sample lessons are included in the list. When the No box is checked, samples

are hidden and only your lessons will be displayed in the list. (Note that the samples are only hidden, not

deleted.)

1. Click the box next to No to display an X and hide sample lesson plans in the list view.

2. Click in the box next to Yes to display an X and to reactivate Show Samples, displaying the furnished

lesson plans in the list.

Open/View a Lesson

View the contents of any lesson plan.

1. Locate a lesson in the list view by browsing or searching

2. Click on the title in the list view. The first detail screen will open; both sample and user-created

lesson plans are presented in the lesson plan template.

3. Use the large green navigation buttons along the top of the screen to navigate between detail screens

within each lesson.

4. To return to the list view, click on the blue “Back to Lesson Plan” link in the upper left corner of the

screen.

Show Samples Click Yes to

show sample lessons in list or No to hide them.

Open/View a Lesson Plan

Click on any title to view the lesson

plan. Edit lessons you create.

Create Plan Click to open a new lesson.

Browse

Scroll through the list of lesson plans.

Show All Refresh the list to display

all lesson plans.

Search Find lessons

that meet the criteria you choose.

Print All

Print all of the lesson plans displayed in

the list.

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Edit a Lesson Plan

You may edit any lessons you create. Open/view the lesson and then edit it within the detail screens.

Search the Lesson Plan Database

The search function allows you to search the database of lessons you create to locate those meeting

criteria you enter on the search screen.

1. Click on the Search Icon in the list view to display the Search screen. Your search criteria may

include one or more of the following fields, which are defined within the lesson plans: Lesson Plan

Title; Subject Area, Grade Level, Creation Date, Date Implemented, NETS·S, or NETS·T that are

defined within the lesson plan; and User-Created.

2. Enter values for one or more of the criteria choices.

3. Click on the Perform Search button to display the search screen. To cancel the search and return to

the list view you came from, click the Cancel button.

4. Your search results will be displayed in the Lesson Plan list view:

5. If no lessons meet your criteria, an error message box will appear in the window:

Click Okay to begin a new search.

Cancel to return to the list view.

6. After completing your search, click on the Show All button to refresh the list view.

Perform Search Cancel Search Click Perform and

complete the search or Cancel it and return to the list view.

Descriptors Enter your criteria in one

or more of the text fields.

Tip If your search produces fewer result than expected—or none at all—try revising your criteria:

• Use a partial term or word in the title field. A lesson must contain the precise phrase and spelling you enter.

• Use fewer criteria.

• Check the grade level and consider a less (or more) specific value.

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Show All

This function refreshes the list screen, returning all items to the list view. Use this function to return to the

full listing from the found list of a search.

1. After performing a search, click on Show All to refresh the lesson plan list.

2. On the search screen, Show All is linked to the Cancel Search button. Click on Cancel Search to

return to the full list view.

Note: Sample lessons are only included in the restored list when Show Samples is activated.

Print Plans

You may wish to print the full contents of a set of lessons, such as one located using search. Print Plans

sends all of the lessons in the current list view to the printer you select.

1. Click on the Print Plans button.

2. A preview of the document will open.

3. Click on the button labeled Continue (on the left side of the window) to proceed with printing.

4. A dialog box will appear in front of the current screen. To cancel printing the plans, click on Cancel

in the dialog box, or hit the escape key.

View Help

Connect directly to the information and help section, Lesson Plans Overview and List View.

1. Click on the Help button.

2. The help section will open to the appropriate topic.

3. When you are finished reviewing the help topic, click the Back link on the Help screen to return to

the lesson plan list view.

Create a new ASSURE Lesson Plan

To create a new lesson, click on the Create Plan button while in the list view. You will be automatically

directed to the detail view of the first step of the model, A: Analyze Learners. (You may also use the

Create Plan button from the Analyze Learners step.)

How do I print single lesson?

You must be viewing the single lesson that you wish to print (unless your search returned only one result!). Open the lesson from the list view, and then choose the print icon in one of the detail screens.

*See complete directions for printing a single lesson plan on page 18 of the following section, “Anatomy of a Lesson Plan.”

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Anatomy of the Lesson Plan: Explore a Sample Lesson

Before you begin creating new lesson plans, view a sample lesson plan to familiarize yourself with the

template organization and navigation and to get an idea of what a completed lesson plan looks like. The

sample lesson “Visual Literacy and Writing” is used for this walkthrough.

DETAIL SCREENS

Navigating the Lesson Plan Template

Lessons plans are displayed in a template with six sections: Each step of the ASSURE Model each has its

own detail screen.

Try It! Follow the steps below to explore a sample lesson and familiarize yourself with the detail screens.

Then explore other sample lessons to view examples of different types of lessons.

1. From the List View, open the lesson “Visual Literacy and Writing.” The lesson plan template will

open, displaying the first detail screen, A: Analyze Learners. Each detail screen has several common

features.

2. Using your mouse, click anywhere in the display window to activate the scrollbars that allow you to

move through the contents of fields containing large blocks of text.

3. Click on each hint button to view a popup window with helpful tips. To close the hint box, click

anywhere in the green background of the display window.

4. Gray navigation buttons at the top each detail screen allow you to toggle between sections of the

lesson plan. Explore the contents and organization of each detail screen by clicking on the appropriate

button. The letter for the active step will turn blue and the screen will automatically open. The name

of each step is displayed at the top of the screen.

Back to

Lesson Plan List Return to the

Lesson Plan List View.

Navigation Buttons Toggle between detail screens

for the current lesson plan.

Browse Scrollbars in each text box allow you to

move through the contents.

Hints

Click on Hint buttons to view helpful

tips for creating each step.

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5. Return to the list view using the Back link, and explore additional sample lessons.

What Can I Do From the Lesson Plan Detail Screens?

A number of functions are available from the lesson plan detail screens. The lesson plan functions are

available only from the A: Analyze Learners screen, including Create Plan, Delete Plan, and Duplicate

Plan, while the additional functions are available throughout the template.

Note that a number of functions are disabled in the sample lessons. You may view or print samples, as

well, and you can access the create function. Sample lessons cannot be edited, so the delete, spell-check,

and duplicate functions are disabled. Choosing one of these functions will display an error message; click

okay to close the message box.

LESSON PLAN FUNCTIONS

Several functions are available only on the Analyze Learners screen of the lesson plan template: Create

Plan, Duplicate Plan, and Delete Plan. Access these functions using the buttons located along the top of

the Analyze Learners screen.

Create a new ASSURE Lesson Plan

This feature is available from either the lesson plan list view or the A: Analyze Learners detail screen

within the lesson plan template.

1. Click on the Create Plan button.

2. You will be automatically directed to the detail view of the first step of the model, (Analyze

Learners).

Duplicate a Lesson Plan

You may wish to create a second version of a lesson you’ve created, perhaps to modify or adapt it for

another audience or subject. The duplicate function creates a second copy of the current lesson plan,

allowing you to create modified version without re-entering all of the content.

1. From the list view, locate and open the lesson you wish to duplicate.

2. Click on the Duplicate Plan button.

3. A confirmation dialog box will appear.

4. Click OK to create the copy and proceed to the list view,

or click cancel to return to the current lesson plan without

making a copy.

5. You will be automatically returned to the Lesson Plan list

view, where the copied version of your lesson plan will appear.

6. Open the lesson plan copy by clicking on its title in the list view.

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Tips on Entering and Editing Text in the Database Fields

1. Activating the Desired Field: Click in the desired field to begin entering text.

2. Creating Lists: To create a list, hit enter at the end of each of each item.

3. Replacing Text: Use the cursor to select any block of text you wish to replace, then simply type the correct text

or delete the existing text and enter the new information.

4. Adding New Text to Existing Content: Place the mouse where you wish to add or insert new text, click once,

and type.

5. Using Cut and Paste: You may wish to copy

and paste text from another source—such as a word-processed document—into a database

text field. This can be especially useful when adding large blocks of text to a lesson plan: you can compose and edit the text in a word

processing program before copying it into the desired text field.

1. Select and copy the desired text in the

original document

2. Click in the desired location/field.

3. Choose Edit in the Toolbar at the top of the

database window.

4. On the pull down menu, choose Paste

Unformatted Text.

Keep in mind that formatting such as fonts, bold,

and italics will not be carried over into the database program, although line breaks, tabs,

and numbered lists will be carried over in the text field.

7. Enter a new title for the duplicate lesson.

8. Edit the lesson within the ASSURE template detail screens.

Delete a Lesson Plan

Lesson plans can be deleted only from the A: Analyze Learners screen. Note that deleting a lesson plan

permanently removes it from the Classroom Portfolio database. Once deleted, the lesson plan cannot be

recovered.

1. From the list view, locate and open the lesson you wish to delete.

2. Click on the Delete Plan button.

3. A confirmation dialogue will appear.

• Click Delete to permanently remove the

lesson and return to the list view, or

• Click Cancel to return to the detail

screen without deleting the lesson.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

Three additional functions are available on detail screens

throughout the lesson plan template: Spell Check, Print

Plan, and Help. Buttons for these functions are located in

the upper right corner of each main detail screen within the

lesson plan template.

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Spell Check

The Spell Check function allows you to check the spelling of all fields within the current screen or to

check the spelling of a single active field.

1. To check the spelling in a specific field, place the cursor within the desired field and click once. To

check the spelling for all fields on the screen, place the cursor outside of the fields (on the

background) and click once.

2. Click on the Spell Check button. A dialog

box will appear in front of the current screen.

3. Questionable words will appear in the field

titled Word, followed by a list of options for

replacing the term.

4. Correct the questionable term by choosing

one from the list or by editing the term

within the display field, then clicking

Replace.

5. If the word is correctly spelled but not

recognized by the pre-loaded dictionary, you

can choose Skip to ignore the word once, or

click Learn to add the word to the spell

check dictionary.

6. If you would like to view the surrounding text, click context. A window will appear at the bottom of

the spell check box, displaying the phrase in which the word is used.

7. Click on Cancel to close the spell check window without completing the check.

8. When the spell check function is done, the Word field will be empty, and a button labeled Done will

appear. Click done to close the spell check box.

Print a Lesson Plan

1. Click the Print button in the upper right corner of any detail screen.

2. The preview screen will automatically open.

Use the rolodex icon to view each page of

the formatted lesson plan.

Click on the lower card to go forward

one page at a time, and on the upper card to

go back.

3. Click Continue to print the lesson.

4. When printing is complete, you

will be automatically returned to the

detail screen you came from.

View Help

1. Click on the Help button.

2. When you are finished reviewing the help topic, click the Back link on the Help screen to return to

the lesson plan list view.

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CREATING ASSURE LESSON PLANS

Now that you are familiar with the lesson plan template, you are ready to create a new lesson plan. This

section of the walkthrough is short step-by-step tutorial in which you will create a new lesson plan. Later,

you can apply these steps when editing lessons you have created.

OPEN A NEW ASSURE LESSON PLAN

1. The Create Plan function opens the lesson plan template. There are two ways to begin a new lesson:

• From the ASSURE Lesson Plan list view screen:

Click on the Create button to open a new

lesson

• From the A: Analyze Learners step of any

ASSURE Lesson Plan: Click on the Create

button to exit the lesson plan you are viewing and

begin a new one.

2. A new, empty lesson plan will open to the A: Analyze Learners screen.

DESCRIBE THE LESSON

Before you begin the lesson plan, enter a general description of the lesson. This information will appear

on each screen of the lesson plan but can be entered and edited only from the A: Analyze Learners screen.

Once you have entered a title, you may complete the descriptions and template screens in any order. For

this walkthrough, we will move through the steps in order: A, S, S, U, R, and E.

Title: The cursor will automatically appear in the title field. A title is required for every lesson plan

and must be entered in this field before proceeding to subsequent fields.

Try It! Enter the title, Backyard Ecosystems.

Creation Date: Enter the date on which the lesson plan is created, formatted as MM/DD/YYYY.

Try It! Enter today’s date.

Subject: Enter one or more subjects. If your lesson has several subjects, the field will automatically

expand as you type.

Try It! Enter the subject Ecology.

Grade Level: The grade or grades for which the lesson is appropriate.

Try It! The grade level for this example lesson is Middle School (if you prefer, you could also

list specific grades, such as 6, 7, 8).

Date Implemented: The most recent date on which the lesson plan was used in a classroom,

formatted as MM/DD/YYYY. Since this lesson has not yet been implemented, this field is empty.

Describe Lesson

Click and type in

each field to name and describe your new lesson.

Assign Standards

Click field label to

open the standards assignment screen.

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ASSIGN NETS STANDARDS

Each lesson plan can be aligned with up to three of ISTE’s National Educational Technology Standards

for students (NETS·S) and three standards for teachers (NETS·T).

1. Click the blue field label for either standard set to view the NETS Assignment Screen. The right side

of the screen will automatically display the standard set for the link you select.

Try It! Click on the NETS·S link to open the assignment screen with the student standards displayed.

2. Scroll through the list of standards to locate the appropriate standard.

3. Select the standard by clicking on the arrow to the left of the standard number in the list. The selected

standard number will appear in the appropriate list of assigned standards on the left half of the screen.

4. Repeat the selection process for each standard you wish to assign.

Try It! Assign NETS·S standard 1b and 2a.

5. To unassign a standard, click on the right-pointing arrow

next to the standard number in the list of assigned standards.

A confirmation dialog box will appear. Click on Unassign to

remove the standard from the lesson, or Cancel if you do not

wish to unassign it.

6. Click on the labeled tabs to toggle between the two standards lists. Repeat the selection process for

the second set of standards.

Try It! Click on the NETS·T tab to view the standards for teachers. Scroll through the NETS·T list

and select standard 3c.

7. When you are done assigning standards, click on the blue Back to Lesson Plan link in the upper left

corner of the screen. You will be returned to the Analyze Learners screen. Note that the newly

assigned standards are now displayed in the description fields.

Now that you’ve entered the descriptive information, you can begin using the ASSURE template to build

your lesson. We will begin here on the Analyze Learners screen, but you can complete the steps in any

order.

Standards

Lists

• Click on the

tabs to toggle between the lists.

• Scroll through

the list.

• Select/assign

standards that apply to your lesson.

Assigned Standards Standards

you select appear in the list windows.

Assign Button Click on the left-arrow to select

the standard and assign it to the lesson plan.

Unassign Button Click on the

right-arrow to remove the standard from

the lesson plan.

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A: ANALYZE LEARNERS

In this step, you will analyze the learners or target audience for this lesson plan and enter appropriate

descriptive information about them. For a review of the Analyze Learners process, connect to the

ASSURE Model using the main navigation link at the bottom of the screen, or refer to pages 49–52 of the

textbook.

Enter Learner Characteristics

1. Using your mouse, place the cursor in the field in which you wish to enter information, then click

once to activate field. When the field is activated (ready for data entry or editing), the lines within

each box will disappear and a blinking cursor will appear. Also, activating the fields allows you to use

the scrollbars at the right of each window. We will begin with general characteristics.

2. Enter General Characteristics. Describe the learners, including age and demographics.

3. Move the cursor to the Entry Characteristics box and click once to activate it.

4. Describe the Entry Characteristics—prerequisite skills, target skills, and attitudes of the learners.

5. Describe students’ Learning Style by once again clicking and typing in the designated text box.

Try It! Create example characteristics such as those shown in the illustration. Refer to the Tips box

on the following page, and take a moment to explore the Hints for each step as well.

6. When you are finished characterizing the target audience, click on the first S of the ASSURE

navigation buttons to open the next template screen, State Objectives, or click on any other letter to

create and edit information within that step/detail screen.

General Characteristics Describe the

learners, such as age and demographic information.

General Characteristics Enter information about students’ learning styles. Entry

Characteristics Characterize learners’

prerequisite knowledge.

Navigation Buttons Click to toggle

between steps of the ASSURE template.

Hints Click to display helpful tips for each field.

Lesson Plan Functions

Create, Delete, or Duplicate lessons only from the

Analyze Learners detail screen.

Additional Functions

Print, use Spell Check, or connect to Help.

Hints

Throughout the ASSURE lesson planning template, hints are provided that will assist you in completing each

section of the lesson plan:

• To view a hint, click on the Hint button next to the step or field you are creating.

• A yellow popup window will appear, displaying the helpful tip.

• When you are finished reading the hint, click outside of the box to close the window.

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S: STATE OBJECTIVES

This step allows you to create objectives that identify what the learner will accomplish and define goals

that can be used for learner assessment. To review information on creating objectives, see pages 53–56 of

the textbook, or link to the ASSURE Model using the main navigation link at the bottom of the screen.

Add a New Objective

1. Click on the Add Objective button (circled above). Enter descriptive information by clicking and

typing in each field. For new objectives, the cursor will automatically appear in the number field.

2. Number: Enter an objective number by clicking and typing in the field. To create sub-lists for any

objective, enter the main objective number and sub-list designation (such as 1-1 or 1a)

3. Objective Type: This optional field allows you to create a type or category for each objective. You may

wish to categorize your objectives according to the learning domains discussed in the text: cognitive,

affective, motor skill, and interpersonal (p. 56), or you may wish to designate which is the main

objective and which are secondary. Review the sample lesson plans for examples of how some

teachers choose to categorize their objectives.

4. Objective Description: Create statements to describe what learners should get out of the lesson, or what

will be achieved in the lesson. Consult the Helpful Hundred list for examples of action verbs that can

help you state observable performance in your objectives.

Try It! Create the objective: “Explore relationships between living things and their environments.”

Add a second objective: “Identify common reasons for species becoming endangered.”

Editing Objectives

1. Locate the existing objective you wish to edit.

2. Click on the description in the objectives list to display the editable text in the bottom half of the screen.

3. Edit the objective using the number, type, and description fields.

Deleting Objectives

1. Click on the delete [X] button next to objective you wish to delete.

2. A confirmation dialog box will appear:

Click Delete to permanently remove the objective

Click cancel to return without deleting the objective.

Objectives List

Objectives you create appear in the list.

To view the full text of an existing

objective, click on its description.

Add Objective Click on the [+] button to create

a new objective.

Delete an Objective Click on the [X]

to delete the objective.

Create / Edit Objective

Create the Number, Type, and Description

for the objective. View and edit the full text of an

existing objective.

Helpful Hundred

Scroll through the list of action verbs for

effective objectives.

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S: SELECT METHODS, MEDIA, AND MATERIALS

To fulfill the objectives of your lesson plan, it is necessary to develop and follow a systematic plan for

selecting and using media and materials (see pages 56–61 of the textbook). In this section, you can describe

and view the methods for the lesson plan, along with the listings of necessary media and materials.

Add Methods

1. Place the cursor in the Methods field and click once to activate it.

2. Type in the Methods field to enter your text.

3. You may wish to create a list or to cut and paste from another program—instructions are available in

the box, Tips on Entering and Editing Text in Database Fields, on page 18 of this user guide.

4. To edit Methods, simply click in the field, use the scrollbar to browse your existing content, then

highlight and edit or add additional text.

Try It! Enter the text “Allow students to experience research and learn about ecology using a hands-

on approach. Assign groups to help students learn cooperatively.”

Add Media

1. Click on the button labeled Add Media to create a new list entry. A new line record will be activated,

with the cursor in the cell labeled Type.

2. Define the first type of media used for the lesson (such as audio, video, text, etc.).

3. Describe the media. Hit the tab key to move the cursor into the right-hand column, or manually click

in the description cell, then type your description

4. To view tips on identifying media for use, click on the Hint button.

5. To permanently remove an item from the list, click on the corresponding delete button.

Methods Click and type to enter or edit

methods.

Media Your media will appear in the

list.

To view the full

text of an existing item

Media Your materials will appear in

the list.

Click on the

description to view full text.

Add Media Click on the [+] button to create

a new list item.

Add Materials Click on the [+] button to create

a new list item.

Delete an Item Click [X] to

remove a Media or Materials item.

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2 3

4

5

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6. Repeat steps 1–3 for each item you wish to add to the list of media.

7. To edit an existing item, click once in the appropriate field, then select and edit text as desired.

Try It! Create several list items, such as video, audio, and Internet.

Add Materials

1. Click on the button labeled Add Materials to create a new list entry. A new line record will be

activated, with the cursor in the cell labeled Type.

2. Enter a name or type for the first item in the materials list (such as TV, VCR, computer, etc.).

3. Describe the material type. Hit the tab key to move the cursor into the right-hand, or manually click in

the description cell, then type your description

4. To view tips on identifying materials for use, click on the Hint button.

5. To permanently remove an item from the list, click on the corresponding delete button.

6. Repeat steps 1–3 for each item you wish to add to the list of materials.

7. To edit an existing item, click once in the appropriate field, then select and edit text as desired.

Try It! Create several list items, such as computers, audio recorders, etc.

U: UTILIZE MEDIA AND MATERIALS

In this step, you will create a plan for using the selected media and materials to implement the methods of your

lesson plan; you may also view and edit existing lesson plans. See pp. 62–63 of the textbook for a discussion

of this process, including the “5 Ps” of well-researched utilization procedures: Preview the Materials, Prepare

the Materials, Prepare the Environment, Prepare the Learners, and Provide the Learning Experience.

1

2 3

4

5

Environment Preparation

Click and type to enter or edit procedures.

Audience Preparation

Click and type to enter or edit procedures.

Browse

Use the scrollbars/ arrows to

move through the contents.

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Environment Preparation

Outline necessary actions to prepare the environment, including the classroom, facilities, resources, and

any equipment that will be used.

1. Place the cursor in the Environment Preparation field and click once to activate it.

2. Type in the field to enter your text.



4. To view tips on audience preparation, click on the Hint button.

5. To edit the contents of the field, simply click in the field and enter your additions or changes. Use the

scrollbar to browse your existing content.

Try It! Explore the hints and create several steps, such as

• Set up computer workspaces with Internet connections and appropriate video software.

• Select an area outside of the school for students to complete the field portion of the study. Divide it

into sections for each group.

Audience Preparation

Describe the plan for preparing the learners to complete the lesson, including any preparation, skills, or

groupings that are necessary to use the materials and media included in the lesson. Additionally, consider how

you will present the lesson (review showmanship techniques on pages 64–65 and throughout the text).

1. Place the cursor in the Audience Preparation field and click once to activate it.







Try It! Explore the hints and create several steps, such as “Review ecosystems of the world.” and

“Discuss research methods.”

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R: REQUIRE LEARNER PARTICIPATION

Active participation enhances learning. Additionally, students should receive meaningful feedback,

whether from the teacher, other students, or through self-check activities. (See pages 66–67 of the

textbook for a full discussion of conditions necessary for effective learning.) This feature of the ASSURE

Lesson Plan template allows you to outline new (and edit existing) activities that allow learners to

practice their knowledge and skills and receive feedback on their progress.

Initial Activities

Create a plan for the active learning process:

• Questions to Ask: Identify questions that will help learners focus and understand the objectives.

• Activities to Do: Plan activities that require learners to practice skills that build toward the objective,

require participation, and allow for immediate feedback.

• Skills to Practice: List skills that learners must master in order to achieve the objectives of the lesson.

Use the steps that follow to enter information for each section:

1. Place the cursor in the desired field and click once to activate it.







Try It! Explore the hint and enter content in each of the fields. Try using different formats, such as list or

paragraph form. For additional examples, explore the sample lessons.

Initial Activities

Click in each field

to enter text for Questions,

Activities, and Skills.

Follow-Up Activities

Click in each field to enter text for Questions,

Activities, and Skills.

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Follow-Up Activities

Plan activities that provide reinforcement and further opportunities for learners to build upon skills and

goals defined by the lesson objectives:

• Questions to Ask: Identify questions that build upon knowledge and skills gained in the initial activities.

• Activities to Do: Plan supplemental activities that allow learners to build upon skills learned in the initial

activities.

• Skills to Practice: List skills that reinforce the lesson objectives and build upon those in the initial

activities.









Try It! Explore the hint and create content for each field. Explore different formats or cut and paste text

from another source.

E: EVALUATE AND REVISE

Evaluation and revision are essential for planning and carrying out effective instruction. This portion of

the ASSURE Lesson Plan template allows you to plan and record your assessments of learner

achievement, to evaluate the methods, media, and materials used in the lesson, and to then use your

findings to draw conclusions and come with a plan for revising the lesson plan if necessary. See pages

68–74 of the textbook for a more detailed discussion of evaluation and revision.

Evaluate and Revise

Click in desired field to enter your plan, the

results of your evaluations, and any revision notes.

Back Link Click to return to the list view. Print Plan

Print your complete lesson plan (available

from any detail screen).

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The Evaluate and Revise screen has four sections:

• Learner Evaluation Plan: Create a plan for evaluating student learning. Design assessments that reflect the

acceptable performance defined for each lesson objective.

• Evaluation of Learner Achievement: After assessing individual students, characterize the results for this

lesson. Evaluate the effectiveness and impact of the lesson plan. Click and type in the appropriate text

field to describe these activities.

• Methods and Media Evaluation: Evaluate the effectiveness of the methods, media, and materials in assisting

the learners meet the objectives.

• Revision Notes: After evaluating the lesson, include notes regarding possible modifications or revisions

that could be made to the lesson plan. If you wish to save the lesson plan for inclusion in a portfolio, this

step will provide useful insights into your growth as a professional. You might also choose to revise the

lesson or create a new lesson based on these revision notes.






4. To view tips on audience preparation, click on the Hint button. For additional guidance, review the

sample lessons.



Try It! Explore the hint and create content for each field. Explore different formats or cut and paste text

from another source. If you have not yet tested the spell check feature, run the spell check function after

you add text to the fields (see page 19 of this user guide for instructions on using spell check).

RETURN TO THE LESSON PLAN LIST VIEW

1. Now that you have completed your lesson, click on the blue Return to List View link.

2. Your new lesson will be highlighted in gray in the list view.

Your new lesson is

highlighted in gray.

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Technology Resource Evaluations Database

This section of Build Your Portfolio has two parts: the preloaded Selection Rubrics and your Technology

Resource Evaluations.

Selection Rubrics: Ten Selection Rubrics from the textbook Instructional Technology and Media, Eighth

Edition, are preloaded in the database. You may view and print these rubrics directly by opening the read-

only version displayed in the list view, or you can use an interactive version of any rubric to create a

Technology Resource Evaluation (TRE). The read-only versions can be accessed from the TRE list view.

Technology Resource Evaluations: The TRE template allows you to create a database of Technology

Resource Evaluations using interactive versions of the Selection Rubrics. These evaluations can then be

used in the classroom, with lesson plans, and as part of a Portfolio Development Activity that can be

added to a Professional Teaching Portfolio.

OPEN THE DATABASE

Click on the light blue Technology Resource Evaluations navigation button from any main screen within

the Build Your Portfolio database. The Technology Resource Evaluations list view will automatically

open.

Try It! Open the Technology Resource Evaluations database and follow the steps below to

familiarize yourself with this section of the database and learn to create a new evaluation.

LIST VIEW

The first time you open the Technology Resource Evaluations (TRE) database, the list view will include

ten Selection Rubrics displayed on a pale yellow background. As you create TREs, they will be added to

your database and listed here as well. The evaluations you create will be highlighted in gray and will be

listed below the rubrics.

Selection Rubrics

Click on a title link to view the rubric in the detail view.

Show Samples Click Yes to

display selection rubrics or No to hide them in the

list view.

Your TREs Your evaluations will be highlighted

gray, as in this example. Click on a title to view the

evaluation.

Browse Scroll through

the list of records.

Print Evaluations

Print all of the evaluations displayed in

the list.

Show All

Refresh the list to display all records.

Search Find TREs that meet

the criteria you choose.

Create Plan Click to begin a

new evaluation.

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SELECTION RUBRICS

The Selection Rubrics are designed to help you evaluate instructional material using established criteria

appropriate for each type of material (displayed under Category in the list view). Each of the Selection Rubrics

that is presented within the main text is available as a form that you may review or print. Take a moment to

explore the Selection Rubrics, as you will use an interactive version of them when you create your own TREs.

View a Selection Rubric

1. Click on a title in the list view.

2. Try It! Open the rubric Simulations and Games.

3. The detail screen of the selected rubric will be displayed, displaying the description fields as well as

the print button. (Note that the selection rubric is not editable. You must create a TRE to access an

interactive version of the rubric. See the following section on creating a TRE.)

4. Click on the button labeled Criteria Ratings to view the criteria ratings table detail screen.

The criteria rating detail view

will automatically open. (Note

that you may only view the

criteria for selection rubrics.

To complete a rubric, you

must create a TRE.)

5. After viewing the table, use

the back link to return to the

detail view.

Print

Print a formatted copy of the Selection

Rubric.

Criteria Ratings Click to view the

rating table.

Back

Return to the list view.

Descriptive Information

Description fields will be shown in the

print version.

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Print a Selection Rubric

You may print a formatted version of the rubric that can be filled in by hand.

1. Open the detail screen for the rubric you wish to print by clicking on the title in the list view.

2. Click on the print button located in the upper right corner of the detail screen.

3. In the preview window, click on the button labeled Continue.

4. When printing is complete, you will be automatically returned to the detail screen.

Show/Hide List of Selection Rubrics

You can choose to view or hide the Selection Rubrics in the list view.

1. To show the Selection Rubrics in the list view, click in the box next to Yes.

2. After selecting Yes, click on the Show All button to refresh the screen show the list of sample rubrics.

3. To hide the rubrics in the list view, click in the box next to No.

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Creating Technology Resource Evaluations

You may create evaluations using any of the Selection Rubrics presented with the textbook: Audio

Formats, Audiovisual Equipment, Computer Hardware, Computer Software, Multimedia, Printed

Materials, Simulations and Games, Video, Visual Materials, and Web Resources. Each Selection Rubric

provides an appropriate systematic procedure for appraising instructional materials for a given media

format. Each evaluation you create will be added to the TRE database.

OPEN A NEW TRE RECORD

Begin a new Technology Resource Evaluation from the TRE list view, while viewing the detail screen of

a Selection Rubric, or from the detail screen of a TRE within your database.

1. From one of the screens listed above,

click on the Create button to enter

the TRE template.

Try It! From the TRE list view, click

on the Create TRE button.

2. You will be automatically directed to the rubric selection screen.

1. Click in the display field to display the pull down list of Selection Rubrics.

2. Scroll through the list and locate the desired rubric.

3. Click on the rubric type to select it.

Try It! Select Simulations and Games.

3. Click on Create to enter the TRE template detail screen, or click Cancel to return to the list view.

2. Selecta Rubric Scroll through the

dropdown list to select the rubric you will use.

3. Create

Click create to begin the new evaluation.

1. View List of Rubrics Click in the

display field to

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TRE DETAIL SCREEN

The TRE detail screen displays an editable version of the selection rubric, containing descriptive fields

related to the type of media or technology for which it was designed.

Description

Several fields are present in all or most of the evaluations (as appropriate) and can be used as criteria in

the search function for the TRE database:

• Title: A title is required for every technology resource evaluation and must be entered in this field before

proceeding to subsequent fields.

• Keywords: Enter up to 3 key words for the resource. Keywords will help you categorize and catalog your

evaluations and can be used as a search criteria for the TRE database.

• Manufacturer or Source: Record the manufacturer or source from which you materials can be obtained.

This information allows you to compare products from different companies or sources and makes it

easier to locate the materials or search for updates if you choose to use the media or technology for a

lesson or productivity application.

• Subject Area: When applicable, record the subject area(s) for which the technology or media is

appropriate.

• Date: Enter the date on which you complete the evaluation.

Each rubric also includes additional fields in which you can record relevant descriptive data that will help

you to characterize and evaluate the media or technology resource.






Try It! Create content for each field. Explore different formats or cut and paste text from another

source. If you have not yet tested the spell check feature, run the spell check function after you add

text to the fields (see page 19 of this user guide for instructions on using spell check).

Description

Enter descriptive information about the resource you are evaluating.

Strong / Weak Points Evaluate the

resource’s strengths and weaknesses.

Recommended

Action Your decision on using the resource.

Criteria Ratings

Connect to the interactive ratings table.

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Strong and Weak Points

As you carry out the evaluation of a given resource, record your assessment of its strengths and

weaknesses in the fields provided.





CRITERIA RATINGS

Each rubric lists relevant criteria for the resource, along with descriptions of characteristics for a high,

medium, and low rating. The TRE template provides an interactive, electronic version of the rubric, in

which you can select and record your rating for each criterion by following the steps outlined below.

1. Click on the Criteria Ratings button to open the interactive ratings table.

2. Each criterion is listed along with three possible ratings: High, Medium, and Low. Click in the gray

ratings box for the desired criterion to open the selection screen.

1. Select a Rating: Click in the appropriate

rating description box.

2. Once selected, the rating box will be

highlighted green.

3. To change the rating, click on a

different description box.

4. Return to Criteria List: After selecting

the rating, click on Finished

to return to the criteria list.

5. The rating you selected will

be indicated in the criteria

rating list.

3. Repeat step 2 for each criterion.

4. Once you have evaluated all of the criteria, click the Finished button on the criteria list screen to

return to the TRE detail screen, or use the Back link in the upper left corner of the screen.

Criteria List Each criterion

is listed along with three possible

ratings: High, Medium, and Low.

Rating

Click on a rating to view the detailed criteria and select a

rating. Your selections will be displayed here.

Finished Register your choices and return to the

detail screen.

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Recommended Action

The final step of your evaluation is to record your recommended action. Based on the ratings you

assigned during your evaluations, and considering the strengths and weaknesses you noted, determine the

recommended action and record your conclusion by clicking and typing in the text field.


Delete an Evaluation

Technology Resource Evaluations can be deleted only from the detail screen.

1. Click on the title in the list view to open the detail screen.

2. On the detail screen, click

on the Delete TRE button.

3. A confirmation dialog box will appear:

Click Delete to permanently remove the

evaluation, or

Choose cancel to return to the detail view.

Note: Deleting a Technology Resource Evaluation permanently removes it from the Classroom Portfolio

database. Once deleted, the Evaluation cannot be recovered. Selection Rubrics may not be deleted from

the Portfolio.

Print a Technology Resource Evaluation

You can print a single evaluation from any detail screen within the evaluation.

1. Locate the evaluation in the list view and click on the title to open the detail screen.

2. Click on the Print button in the

upper right corner of the screen.

3. A preview screen will appear.

Click on the rolodex icon to preview each

formatted page.

Click the Continue button to print the

evaluation.

4. When printing is complete, you will be automatically returned to the TRE detail screen.

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View Help

Topical help documentation is available from most screens within the TRE section.

1. Click on the Help button to access topical help

documentation.

2. You will directed to the TRE topic of the Help documentation.

3. From the Help screen, use the back link to return to the evaluation screen you started from.

Spell Check

The Spell Check function allows you to check the spelling of all fields within the current screen or to

check the spelling of a single active field. See page 19 of this user guide for detailed instructions for using

spell check.

Search Evaluations

This function, available from the list view, allows you to search across all evaluations displayed in the list

view. (Note that the Selection rubrics are not included in the search results.)

1. Click on the Search button in the

list view to open a search screen.

2. On the search screen, enter your

desired criteria in the appropriate

fields.

3. Click on Perform Search to

complete the search, or click

Cancel to return to the list view.

4. Your results will be displayed in the list view.

5. Click Show All to refresh the list view and return all records to the list.

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Show All

Click on the Show All button in the list view to

restore all of the Interactive Resource

Evaluation records in the database to the list

view. This function can be used to refresh the

list after performing a search.

Print Evaluations

Clicking on the print button on the list view screen allows you to print the

full content of all evaluations displayed in the list view, similar to the Print

Lesson Plans function available in the Lesson Plan list view.

A confirmation dialog will appear, allowing you to proceed, or cancel,

printing all of the displayed records.

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Portfolio Development Activities Database

YOUR DATABASE OF NETS·T PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES

A professional development portfolio should be a thoughtfully prepared, purposeful collection of your

accomplishments in meeting a specific set of goals, such as the NETS·T, targeted to a specific audience,

such as instructors, administrators, employers, parents, peers, etc. The first step toward creating such a

portfolio for presentation is to begin collecting evidence of—and reflecting upon—your accomplishments

and growth as a professional. This feature of the Classroom Link Portfolio allows you to create a

collection of reflective Portfolio Development Activities to document your professional development and

to demonstrate your competencies as outlined by the NETS·T.

Additional information and links to the ISTE NETS for teachers, as well a chart correlating chapter topics

to the ISTE NETS·T, can be found in the ISTE Information module of the companion website at

http://www.prenhall.com/smaldino.

The following websites offer information, links to online resources, and samples of teaching portfolios.

• The Electronic Portfolio Boom: What's it All About?

http://www.syllabus.com/article.asp?id=6984

• Selected Resources on the Internet - Portfolios

http://library.uww.edu/subject/portfolio.html

• Selling Yourself: Creating the Ultimate Teaching/Interview Portfolio

http://www.teachnet.com/how-to/employment/portfolios/index.html

OPEN THE DATABASE

1. Click on the purple Portfolio Development Activities button to open the database.

2. The opening screen, or list view, provides a listing of all existing Activities in the database. Initially,

the list view will contain only field headings. As you create Portfolio Development Activities, they

will appear in the list view (as shown in the example), displaying information for each of these fields

that you enter while creating the activity.

Create Activity

Create a new portfolio activity.

Portfolio

Activities List Activities you create will be

listed. Click on a title to open the activity record.

How do I Sort a List? Sort the list of activities by clicking on any

heading. The list will be sorted alphanumerically according to the entry for the heading you choose.

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Creating Portfolio Development Activities

1. The Create Activity button opens the template. There are two ways to begin a new portfolio activity:

• From the Portfolio Development Activities list

view screen: Click on the Create button

to open a new record

• From the detail screen of any portfolio

development activity: Click on the Create

button to exit the activity you are viewing and

begin a new one.

2. A new activity will open and you can begin to enter information in the Detail View screen.

PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY DETAIL VIEW

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Describe the Activity

The detail view includes several fields into which you can enter descriptive information about your

activity:

• Activity Title: Assign a meaningful title to the activity by entering text in the field.

• Name: Your name as you wish it to appear in the activity record. When you begin a new Portfolio, your

name will automatically appear if you have already created a personal profile in the Professional

Development Portfolio section, but the field contents can be edited if desired.

• Source of Project: The source for your activity. Preservice sources might include Individual Assignment;

Group Assignment; Student Teaching; Classroom Experience; or Internship. Activities created by

inservice teachers might be designated Inservice Activity or can be given another meaningful source

description.

• Supervisor: Your professor, supervisor, or mentor, if applicable.

• Course Name: For activities completed as part of a teacher training or certification course.

• Course Number: Enter a course number, if applicable.

Description

Enter descriptive information about your activity.

Demonstrate Competency Click to choose NETS standard, assign lessons

and TREs, and add images to the activity

Overview Add a detailed

description of the activity.

Additional

Functions Print or delete the activity, begin a

new record, run spell check or access help.

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• Interning School: Record the name of the school at which you carried out the activity if it was completed

while interning or student teaching or as part of a classroom experience.

• Date Created: The date on which you create or complete the portfolio activity record (mm/dd/yyyy).

• Date Completed: The date when the activity or assignment was actually completed (mm/dd/yyyy).

• Acceptable Grade Received: Yes, No, or another designation to reflect the result of evaluation or

assessment provided for the assignment or project on which the activity is based.

• Project Type: A short description or classification of the type of activity you are recording. Some basic

examples of project types include Classroom Observation, Student Teaching Experience, Lesson Plan,

Technology Resource Evaluation, Microteaching Project, Integrated Unit, etc.

• Subject: The student subject area in which the activity was carried out

• Grade Level: The student grade level for which the activity was planned or carried out.

Use the steps that follow to enter information for each section listed above:





Try It! Create a practice activity titled Teaching Science: Ecosystems. Enter information in the

description fields, practice assigning standards, lesson plans, and TREs, and try adding an image.

Overview

Click in the text box and enter a brief description of the activity. Discuss details that will tie together the

Lesson Plans, Technology Resource Evaluations, and Image Artifacts, describing the process you used,

how you carried out the activity, and how the activity impacted student learning.

DEMONSTRATE COMPETENCY

From this screen, you will designate a NETS·T Standard for the activity, assign lesson plans and

technology resource evaluations, add images, and create a rationale to build the artifact portion of the

activity that provides evidence of your accomplishments in meeting the standard.

Assigned Items The Nets

standards, lesson plans, and TREs you assign will be

displayed in the list fields.

Rationale Your reflection and explanation

of how the standard is met.

Selection Lists Click on the

desired tab to open the desired assignment list or

to add images.

Assign Item Click on left-facing arrow next to the

desired standard, lesson plan, or TRE to assign it to

the activity.

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NETS·T Standard

Each Portfolio Development Activity (PDA) you create can be associated with one NETS·T standard.

(You can create multiple activities for each standard.) Upon opening the Demonstrate Competency detail

screen, the NETS·T selection list is displayed by default.

1. Use the scrollbar/arrows to

browse the list and locate the

desired standard.

2. Assign the standard by clicking

on the left-facing arrow located

to the left of the standard text.

3. The standard will appear in the

field listing on the left side of the

screen.

4. To delete your selection, click on

the right-pointing arrow in the in

NETS·T standard field on the left

half of the screen.

5. A dialog will appear to confirm your deletion.

• Click Unassign to remove the standard from this

activity.

• Click Cancel to return to the assignment screen without

removing the standard.

ASSURE Lesson Plans

Attach any lesson plans you used in the activity.

1. Click on the tab labeled ASSURE

Lesson Plans to view a list of

lesson plans.

2. Use the scrollbar/arrows to

browse the list and locate the

desired lesson.

3. Select the lesson plan by clicking

on the arrow located to the left of

the title.

4. The lesson plan title will appear

in the first empty field of the list

on the left half of the screen.

5. To delete a selection, click on the

right-pointing arrow in the in list

of selected plans. A dialog will

appear to confirm your deletion.

6. Repeat steps 2–4 for each lesson you wish to assign. If more than three lesson plans are used in one

activity, use the scroll bar in the selected activities list to browse the list.

Technology Resource Evaluations

Click on the tab labeled Technology Resource Evaluations to view a list of available records. Attach

resource evaluations you used in the activity using the same method as for Lesson plans.

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Adding Images

Import images such as photographs and scanned documents or student artifacts that illustrate the activity.

The following files types can be imported (note that the image you wish to import must be located on

your computer hard drive):

• JPEG (.jpg/.jpeg)

• Graphic Interchange Format (.gif)

• Bitmap (.bmp)

1. Click on the tab labeled Artifact Images to

view the import function.

2. Click on the Import button in the first

empty line. This will open a dialog

window in which you choose an image.

(Note: If you have already imported one or

more images, use the import button in the

first empty line or you will replace the

existing image next to the button you

click.)

3. In the Insert Picture window, locate the image file

you wish to use, select it and click Open.

4. A thumbnail image will appear in the

list window. To preview the full-size

image, click on the thumbnail image.

5. The full image will appear in the large

Image Viewer box.

6. To add a caption, click in the text box

to the right of the image and enter a

short description of the image.

7. To delete an image and its caption,

Click on the button labeled X, located

to the right of the import button.

8. A confirmation dialog box will appear.

• Click Delete to permanently remove the image from the

activity, or

• Click cancel to return to the assignment screen without

deleting the image.

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Rationale

In this personal reflection, describe how your planning and implementation, as well as the lessons you

learned, impacted student learning and demonstrate your growth and accomplishment as a professional.

Provide a clear explanation of how this activity, its components, and your learning provide evidence that

demonstrates your competency with respect to the NETS·T standard you selected for the activity.

1. Place the cursor in the Rationale field and click once to activate it.

2. Create your rationale by typing in the text box, or cut and paste text from a word-processed reflection.

Return to the Portfolio Activity Detail Screen

When you are finished demonstrating your competency, click on the Back link to return to the detail

screen.


Delete Activity

A Portfolio Activity can be deleted only while viewing the Activity Detail screen. Click on the

Delete Activity button to remove the plan from the database. (Note: Deleting an activity

permanently removes it from the Classroom Portfolio database. Once deleted, it cannot be recovered.)

Print Portfolio Development Activities

From the list view, you may print the current displayed set of Activities by clicking on the Print

button located in the upper right corner of the screen. If you wish to print a single Activity detail,

click the title of the specified Activity to view the Detail Screen and click the Print button in the upper

right corner of the screen.

Search

The search function allows you to locate and list records on the list view screen that meet specific

criteria, for instance, lesson plans for grade level 3. Click on the Search button to display the

search screen. Enter desired criteria in the appropriate field(s), and then click the button labeled Perform

Search. Criteria are not case-dependent, and full or partial words can be entered. Search results will be

listed in the list view.

To return to the full list view, click on the Show All button (shown below). If your search returns no

matches, or fewer than expected, try using fewer restrictions by decreasing the number of criteria or using

partial terms. To cancel your search, click on the Cancel button.

Rationale Describe your reasons

for choosing this activity as proof of your competency for the selected standard.

Back Return to the

activity detail screen.

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Professional Development Portfolios Database

This feature of the Classroom Link Portfolio enables you to assemble one or more portfolios to

demonstrate your professional development and accomplishments in meeting the competencies set forth

in the ISTE National Educational Technology Standards for Teachers (NETS·T).

OPEN THE DATABASE

Click on the orange Portfolios navigation button at the top of any Build Your Portfolio screen. The Portfolios List

View will open. Initially, the list will be empty; as you create portfolios, they will appear in the orange window.

CREATE A PERSONAL PROFILE

Prior to starting work on your first portfolio, create a personal profile. This profile includes information

about you and your education, as well as a personal statement. It is not necessary to enter information in

every field; unused fields will be exempted from the printed version of the profile.

1. Open the Personal Profile Detail Screen. Click on the Personal Profile button located at the top of the

Professional Portfolios list screen to open the personal profile detail screen.

Create Portfolio

Create a new teaching portfolio.

Portfolio List

Your portfolios will be listed in gray.

Click on a title to

open the portfolio.

Click on a heading to sort the list.

Personal Profile Connect to the personal profile

detail screen to create or edit your profile.

Use the scrollbar/ arrows to move

through the list of portfolios you create.

Contact Information

Import Image

Add an image to your profile. A reduced version

is displayed in the preview window. Education

Information

Personal

Statement Create a statement

about yourself or describe your teaching philosophy.

Clear Image Permanently

remove the image from your profile.

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Why create a personal profile?

Data from your profile will be automatically entered in the personal

information fields each time you create a new portfolio, alleviating the need to re-enter the information for

each portfolio.

2. Enter Your Contact Information. Click in each field to activate it,

then type your information for each field:

Name State

Address Zip

Address (2) Phone

City Email

3. Add Educational Information. Click and type in each field:

Institution

College/Department

Major

4. Create a Personal Statement. Click and type in the field or copy and paste a prepared statement about

yourself or your philosophy of teaching. (See detailed instructions on copying and pasting on page 18

of this user guide.)

5. Add an Image. Include an image of yourself or one that relates to your identity as a teacher.

1. Click on the Import button.

2. The Insert Picture dialog window will open.

3. Locate the image file you wish to use, select it,

and then click Open.

Files of the following types can be imported:

JPEG (.jpg/.jpeg)

Graphic Interchange Format (.gif)

Portable Network Graphic (.png)

Bitmap (.bmp—this format may not always

function on Windows operating systems.)

Note that the image must be located on your computer

hard drive.

4. A reduced version of the image will appear in the

image preview window on the profile screen.

5. To replace existing image, simply repeat the import

process, selecting a new image.

6. To delete the existing image, click the Clear button

beneath the import button.

The image will be deleted from the personal profile,

but existing portfolios containing the image will not

be affected.

6. Return to the Professional Development Portfolio List Screen. Click on the blue Back to Portfolio List link,

located in the upper left corner of the screen.

7. Editing/Updating Your Personal Profile. Open the profile detail screen and edit or update the desired

fields. Editing your profile will not affect any existing portfolios, but any changes you make will be

reflected in new portfolios you create.

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Creating Professional Development Portfolios

As you move through the description and assembly process, carefully consider the purpose and audience

for the portfolio. Include information and activities that best reflect your growth as a professional and

reinforce the purpose of the presentation.

OPEN A NEW PORTFOLIO

1. From the Portfolio List View, click on the button labeled Create Portfolio to open a new portfolio.

2. A new, blank Professional Development Portfolio record will open to the detail screen.

PORTFOLIO DETAIL SCREEN

Describe your portfolio, edit personal information, and connect to the

activity assignment screen.

Description

Several description fields are available:

Portfolio Title: Assign a meaningful title.

Portfolio Type: Describe what type of portfolio you are creating, such as self-reflection, graduation,

accreditation, employment, etc.

Date of Creation: Automatically filled with the dare you open the portfolio.

Date Last Modified: Automatically updated each time you modify the portfolio.

Employment: For an employment/interview portfolio, enter the position for which you are applying

and/or the name of the school, school district, or institution.

Intended Audience: Indicate for whom the title is being prepared.

Use the steps that follow to enter information for each section listed above:



3. To edit the contents of the field, simply click in the field and enter your additions or changes.

Description

Assign a title

and define the type.

Personal Information

Editable contents

are re-populated from your

Personal Portfolio.

Additional Functions

Click buttons to

access help and other functions.

Image

Use the image

from your profile or add a new one.

Personal Statement

Use the image from your profile or add a new one.

Description

Add information specific to this portfolio.

Associate Activities

Select activities to build your portfolio.

Entering / Editing Data

For tips on entering, editing, and

using cut and paste, refer to the box on page 18 of this user guide.

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Try It! Familiarize yourself with the portfolio builder template by creating a practice portfolio titled

Student Teaching Portfolio. Enter information in the description fields and follow the steps that follow

edit your personal information and to assign portfolio activities.

Personal Information

The personal information fields will be automatically filled using the information you provided in your

personal profile, but can be edited to customize the information included within each portfolio. The edited

information will be included in the portfolio in which you are working but will not affect your main

Personal Profile record.

To edit or enter your personal information:


2. Select any text you wish to change, or place cursor where you wish to add text.

3. Type your text.

Personal Statement

The personal statement is a vital part of your Professional Development Portfolio. Consider the audience

and purpose of the portfolio you are creating and develop a personal statement that is directed to the

appropriate audience and purpose of your portfolio. You may wish to create a tailored personal statement

to articulate your philosophy of teaching or to address a question, requirement, or specific issue of interest

to the audience for whom you create a specific portfolio.

1. If your Personal Profile includes a personal statement, it will be preloaded into this field.

2. Create or edit your personal statement by clicking and typing in the field.

Image

Include an image of yourself or one that relates to

your identity as a teacher. If your personal profile

includes an image, it will appear in this field by

default; however, you may remove or replace the

image.

1. Click on the Import Button to add a new image

or replace the existing image.

2. The Insert Picture dialog window will open.

3. Locate the image file you wish to use, select it

and click Open.

4. A reduced viewable image will appear in the

image portal.

5. To delete the image, click the Clear button.

This will permanently delete the image from

the portfolio. If you are deleting the default

image that was automatically entered, the

image in your Personal Profile record will not

be affected.

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ASSIGN PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES

Choose Portfolio Development Activities (PDAs) from those you have created in your database. Every

PDA you have created is available and can be assigned to as many Portfolios as you desire.

1. Click on the Associate Portfolio Activities button on the portfolio detail screen to open the Activity

Association Screen

2. Browse the Unassigned Portfolio Development Activities list on the

right side of the screen and locate the PDA you wish to assign to this

portfolio.

3. Click on the left-pointing arrow next to the desired activity title to

assign it to this portfolio. The activity title will appear in the Assigned

list on the left half of the screen.

Try It! Assign the practice PDA “Teaching Science: Ecosystems” that

you created earlier in the walkthrough.

4. Repeat steps 2–3 until you have selected all of the lessons you wish to

include in the portfolio.

5. To remove a lesson plan from the portfolio, click on the right-pointing

arrow next to the lesson title in the Assigned list. In the confirmation

message box, click Unassign to remove the activity from this portfolio or

Cancel to return without removing it. Unassigning the activity simply removes it from the current

portfolio; it is not removed from the database.

6. When you have completed your selections, use the blue Back to Portfolio Detail link to return to the

personal information screen. Your new portfolio will be displayed in the list view.

Assigned PDAs

Lists all portfolio

development activities that are

assigned to this portfolio.

Unassign Activity

Click on the arrow button

to remove the activity from this portfolio.

Available PDAs

All PDAs you have created are

listed, organized by the NETS·T standard they demonstrate.

Assign Activity

Click on the arrow button

to assign the lesson to this portfolio.

Use the scrollbar/ arrows to browse the list.

Tips on Selecting Portfolio Development Activities

• Before assembling your new

portfolio, review all Activities in your database.

• Consider your audience and

the portfolio’s purpose. Include examples that highlight your strengths and skills as well as

your continual growth as a professional.

• Consider including activities

that did not go exactly as planned but in which you adapted to the situation and

gained real-world experience.

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Edit Your Portfolio

Click on the portfolio title in the list view to open the portfolio to the personal information detail screen.

1. Add or update your information or personal statement.

2. Use the navigation buttons to open the lesson plans or evaluations assignment screens and to return to

the personal information screen.

3. When you have completed your edits, click on the blue Back to Portfolio List text link to return to the

list view.


A number of additional functions are available from the Portfolio Detail Screen.

Print a Personal Profile

Print a formatted copy of your personal profile. Note that a formatted copy of your personal profile for

each portfolio is automatically included when you choose to print a full portfolio with supporting

information.

1. Open the portfolio to view the Detail Screen.

2. Click the print profile button located directly above the main screen title.

3. A preview screen will open.

4. Click the Continue button at the left side of the screen to complete the print process.

Create a Professional Development Portfolio

From the list view screen or detail screen, click on the Create Portfolio button. You will be directed to the

Detail screen with blank fields, where you will provide details to describe yourself, enter professional

details, and associate Portfolio Development Activities.

Delete a Professional Development Portfolio

1. Locate and open the sppropriate portfolio in the list view.

2. From the detail screen of the selected portfolio, click on the Delete Portfolio button.

3. A confirmation box will appear.

4. Choose “Yes” in confirmation dialog box to permanently remove the record from the database.

Note that deleting a portfolio does not delete associated Portfolio Development Activities or your

Personal Profile; however once deleted, you cannot recover the portfolio framework or any personal

information entered directly into the portfolio detail screen.

Spell Check

To proof your work after entering information into the Professional Development Portfolio or Personal

Profile fields click the Spell Check button.

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Print a Professional Development Portfolio

You may print either an outline report or the complete contents of any portfolio, including the complete

contents of each Portfolio Development Activity associated with the portfolio.

1. Open the desired portfolio by clicking on the title within the List View.

2. Click on the print button in the upper right corner of the screen.

3. A dialog box allows you to choose a print format.

Choose “Yes” to print the full contents of your portfolio report.

Choose “No” to generate an outline list.

4. A preview screen will open, allowing you to view each component being printed. As each preview is

displayed, click on the Continue button at the left side of the screen (highlighted yellow in the image

below), allowing the component to print.

5. Cancel Printing. To cancel a print request, you must select “cancel” in the first print dialog box. Once

you select the format (by choosing “yes” or “no” in the dialog box), the print function cannot be

cancelled.

Help

You can quickly reference Help documentation by clicking the Help button. When you are ready to return

to the Classroom Portfolio, simply click the Back button located in the upper left corner.

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