NetworkingProject

EDTECH 541
 * Lesson Plan Template **
 * Introduction ** : Teachers will be introduced to the basics of networks via introduction video, then in groups discuss the information provided and create a keynote to PowerPoint presentation to share with the rest of the class.

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[]) presentation to discover the difference aspects of networks and present these to share their findings with others. Presentations will be assessed by the accuracy and completeness of the presentation. Participants will vote on which presentation was the most informative and interactive. Teachers continuously improve their professional practice, model lifelong learning, and exhibit leadership in their school and professional community by promoting and demonstrating the effective use of digital tools and resources. Teachers:  a. participate in local and global learning communities to explore creative applications of technology to improve student learning.  b. exhibit leadership by demonstrating a vision of technology infusion, participating in shared decision making and community building, and developing the leadership and technology skills of others.  c. evaluate and reflect on current research and professional practice on a regular basis to make effective use of existing and emerging digital tools and resources in support of student learning. d. contribute to the effectiveness, vitality, and self-renewal of the teaching profession and of their school and community. [|http://quizstar.4teachers.org/servlet/quizrepositoryservlet)], presentation and by the survey. These would be published to participants.  []  []  []  []  []  []  []
 * Content Area and Grade or Age Level of Students ** : In-service for teachers.
 * Objectives ** : Participants will demonstrate knowledge of all definitions related to lesson by completing online quiz. Participants will each prepare a short voicethread (
 * Standards Addressed: **
 * 5. Engage in Professional Growth and Leadership **
 * Relative Advantage: ** Using this method of learning puts teachers in charge of what they get out of in-service. Teachers naturally lead and like to talk: lecture style in-services are not successful at my school. Allowing teachers to work with their department to rely on the knowledge and strength of others and then present what they found while removing the challenge of searching for the information proves to be a significant relative advantage.
 * Timeline ** : 3 in-service hours.
 * Materials: ** Each teacher will bring their charged laptop with a wireless connection. Projector and associated cords, quizstar quiz for definitions ([]). Voting for the most informative presentation will take place at []. Notes and research linked at bottom of page.
 * Grouping Strategies: ** Each teacher will have their personal computer and participants will be grouped by department.
 * Learning Activities: ** Participants will watch video to introduce the topic, read the research and create and present a presentation to share the information with the rest of the participants. Participants will then take an online quiz to assess their definitions knowledge.
 * Assessment: ** Participants will be assessed by their quizstar quiz grade (
 * Adaptations for Learners with Special Needs: ** Vision impaired—using text edit on computer to read research out loud. ELL Learners—allow them to delegate the actual presentation to other group members to avoid embarrassment or nervousness. Show them the website [] to translate research.
 * References: **

Notes provided for Group 1: Driving question: What are the components and types of networks? Info from: []

i. Functions are divided in 7 layers ii. Standard and protocols control how equipment and software acts. i. Peer-to-peer ii. Client/server iii. Internet i. NIC ii. RJ-45 Jack for Ethernet i. Affects speed, durability and connectivity i. Router ii. Switch i. Internet browser ii. HTTP
 * 1) 1. A network is two + computers that are linked in order to share resources like printers, exchange files and/or allow electronic communications.
 * 2) 2. Networks follow a universal model for communication and allow data to be sent and received by all computers and equipment
 * 3) a. OSI networking model is most common
 * 1) b. Other examples
 * 1) 1. Circuit formed by connecting two computers via copper cable
 * 2) 2. Smallest and cheapest
 * 1) 1. Powerful computers take care of smaller computers
 * 2) 2. Lots of memory and storage
 * 3) 3. Most common type of network
 * 1) 1. Short for interconnected networks
 * 2) 2. Connect all individual networks together
 * 3) 3. Characteristics
 * 4) a. Enterprise network
 * 5) b. Home network
 * 6) 4. Components
 * 7) a. Computer hardware
 * 1) b. Cables
 * 1) c. Networking devices
 * 1) d. Computer software
 * 1) 5. Types of Networks
 * 2) a. LAN
 * 3) b. WAN
 * 4) c. Other

Notes provided for Group 2: Driving question: How are networks are important in the school setting? Info from: [] i. Protocols ii. Platforms iii. Media types iv. Topologies i. Needs ii. Economics iii. Compatibility iv. Availability
 * 1) 1. Why network schools?
 * 2) a. Reduces isolation
 * 3) b. Increases collaboration
 * 4) c. Access information from teachers, students and parents
 * 5) d. Professional growth
 * 6) e. Increases flexibility
 * 7) f. Reduces hardware costs
 * 8) g. Easier scheduling
 * 9) h. Others?
 * 10) 2. Standards
 * 11) a. Terminology
 * 1) b. Considerations in selecting standards

Notes provided for Group 3: Driving question: Why are networks important? What are the advantages and disadvantages? Info from: []

1. All technology in school is connected to a network in some way.

2. Advantages: connectivity and communication 3. Disadvantages: A. Cost B. Virus sharing is possible C. Security: all data is potentially available D. Some components will be obsolete or malfunction
 * 1) A. Email is more efficient and less expensive that without the network.
 * 2) B. Sharing data becomes easy
 * 3) C. Sharing hardware becomes easier
 * 4) D. Sharing internet is easier