CSUN Connection Speed (100-Base TX): Loaded 1,396,595 Bytes in 0.636 Seconds from Go Daddy

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(1) Navigating the Internet: A Uniform Resource Locator (URL) is the unique address which identifies a resource on the Internet for routing purposes. Know how to interpret URLs.

 Use a "traceroute" program such as "WhatRoute" (Mac) or Neotrace (PC) to trace the route between your computer and a website outside of the United States. Include a screen shot showing a map and the text of the specific route taken when contacting the website. Compare your findings with those of others in the class. Are websites always located in the country in which they are registered? What does this show about the nature of Internet-based business and commerce?

 Compare the connection in the CSUN laboratory with your connection at home or school. What are the IP addresses of the computers you are working with? What kind of connections are your working with (dial-up, DSL, cable, 100-Base TX (twisted-pair LAN), 100-Base FX (fiber LAN), etc.)? Compare are your connection speeds.

 Most schools have developed Acceptable Use Policies (AUP) and have installed filters to keep student focused on education. Include text (scan or download is easiest) of your school's AUP and a description of the filters in place. If a school AUP is not available, provide a sample AUP, cite its source, and provide a link. If your are not working in a school, summarize how filters work.

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CSUN IP address: 130.166.109.69 CSUN connection speed (100-base TX): Loaded 1,396,595 bytes in 0.636 seconds from Go Daddy server

Home IP address: 192.168.0.101 Home connection speed (DSL): Loaded 340,781 bytes in 1.997 seconds from Go Daddy server.

My School’s AUP (http://www.smmusd.org/web/aupe.htm)

(2) Knowing your School: Teachers should have a good understanding of their school, students, and the communities they represent. Much statistical data can be gained using online resources. *TPE-tip You may wish to develop a case study of your school using

2 Name: June 16, 20058:37 AM this and you personal observations to meet TPE 8.

 Develop a written profile of your school and students. Your profile should include the following:  School distinctives : Study your school website and discuss school history, distinctives and goals.  Geography: Describe your campus and its community using satellite photos and maps. Using the photos, describe the nature of the community (commercial, apartments, single family homes, industry, etc.)  Socioeconomic status: Include maps showing the socioeconomic status (SES) of the communities contributing students to your school. Discuss two or more prominent SES characteristics of the school population.  School performance: Include test scores and the Academic Performance Index of your school. Discuss the academic climate of your school, including test scores, API, change in scores, dropout rate, English learners, students requiring special education, etc. Lincoln Middle School is a stellar school academically, being a recipient of the National Excellence Award in 2001, which recognizes schools with continued high academic score performance, among other factors. Its mission statement is as follows: “To Positively Impact the Lives of All the Children at Lincoln Middle School through Advocacy, Leadership and Communication” Some distinctive are its incredibly talented performance orchestra, which from first-hand experience is more talented than many high school or college level orchestras! Nearly fifty percent of the student body plays a musical instrument, which is often a reflection of high academic performance, and good family support.

Geographically, the school is in an urban setting, surrounded by apartments, and only a few blocks from commercial districts of Santa Monica. Close by, however is a very affluent part of town, where houses all are valued for well over a million dollars each. Students range from living in the apartments nearby, or in the more expensive properties north of Montana Ave. Students of lower economic status seem to attend John Adams Middle School, several blocks to the south, more consistently. You can see a satellite photo on my webpage of the school.

Here are screen captures that show average income in Santa Monica, levels above the poverty line, and the number of families in the area with advanced educations. The high incomes, high regard for education, and low poverty levels contribute to the successful academic performance of the school, undoubtedly.

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The capture above shows the number of people twice over the poverty line.

The capture above shows the average number of adults who attended college.

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The capture above shows the average household income, with the big red being over a million a year.

Here are screen captures of the school’s API performance last year, test scores in English, and socioeconomic features noted in the testing process. Lincoln ranked the top score of similar schools, and has consistently met its annual measureable objectives.

(3) College Advisement: Secondary teachers often have the opportunity to advise students on decisions pertaining to college. In many environments, teachers are the only

5 Name: June 16, 20058:37 AM individuals students know who have been to college.

 Describe a real or hypothetical student (interests, family SES, personality) who is interested in pursuing a career in a field related to what you teach. Recommend a major and 4-year college and explain the rationale for your recommendation using information found on college websites. Provide active links to the colleges, and quote relevant information.

 Provide a paragraph of advice to the parents of this student regarding financing college. Consider their financial and family situation.

Aaron is a 17 year old senior interested in becoming a lawyer, after taking my American Government class. He is an A student, has excellent work habits, and should score high on his SATs. Given his strong background, and interest in law, he has the option to investigate any well regarded 4 year university, and can major in political science, history, international relations, or other humanities based subjects that will help him in his pursuance of law in graduate school. Schools that could be good options for him are as follows:

UCLA NYU Columbia Stanford

Since the parents are both attorneys, Aaron has the advantage of not having to be as concerned with affording top schools, like the ones I suggested. Since Aaron is from California, he would have good chances for UCLA and Stanford- the latter, if he can demonstrate broad extracurricular activities to boost his resume.

Nonetheless, it could be a good idea for his parents to take out some college loans for Aaron to help supplement what they can afford. Private schools like Stanford, and Columbia will cost nearly 40,000 grand a year to attend, while, UCLA and NYU will both approach the mid 20000 in fees. Given the high cost, Aaron could explore loan options at College Board.

(4) Professional Growth: Teachers should model "life-long learning" by attending workshops, reading journals, and participating in professional organizations.*TPE-tip You may wish to research professional organizations and employment opportunities and include plans for professional involvement and career development as part of your Individual Induction Plan required for TPE 13.

 Describe a professional conference (related to your field) you may benefit from attending. Describe the purpose and scope of the professional organization sponsoring the conference and provide a synopsis of the conference and one or

6 Name: June 16, 20058:37 AM more selected workshops or presentations you would like to attend. Include a link to the professional organization and to the specific conference.

Every year, the National Council for Social Studies (NCSS) holds a conference for teachers who teach social studies. Being a member, this organization has already been helpful in providing articles on lesson ideas, current policies, and relevant information for teaching social studies. I receive a monthly magazine that also includes these materials.

The annual conference is organized for teachers to sit in on teaching tutorials, content and material discussions, and seminars that improve technological incorporation into teaching practices. …

This upcoming NCSS conference in San Diego has a workshop on reading strategies that interest me, as I find it discouraging how few books are being read by students in school nowadatys.

(5) Employment: Most schools and districts advertise job openings on the Internet. Teachers should use such resources not only to find employment for themselves, but also

7 Name: June 16, 20058:37 AM to attract others to their schools and thus build strong departments.

 Find a job announcement for a teaching position for which you are qualified. Include a screen capture of the advertisement. Describe the school and community using information found on the Internet. Cite your resources.

Petaluma High School 201 Fair St. Petaluma, CA 94952 PHONE: (707) 778-4651 FAX: (707) 778-4767

Petaluma High School is a public school serving grades ninth through twelfth. It has 1,639 students and is in the Petaluma Joint Union High School District. Petaluma, CA is located just 32 miles north of San Francisco, in Sonoma County and had a current population of nearly 60,000. The Social Studies department includes the following courses: ESL World History/ESL U.S. History, American History (AP),Macroeconomics AP, Psychology ( AP), American Government, Economics, Honors World History, Sociology, U.S. History (AP), and World History.

8 Name: June 16, 20058:37 AM Below is data from September 2004 about Petaluma City School District:

Total Number of K-12 Students = 7,599 (males = 50.99% females = 49.01%) Elementary = 1957 (26% of District enrollment) Secondary = 5642 (74% of District enrollment) Hispanic = 21.25% Asian = 4.30% African-American = 1.41% Free and Reduced Lunch program Elementary eligible / participation = 31% Secondary eligible / participation = 18% English Learners: 1125 Spanish Speakers = 14.80% Special Education with active IEP = 9.00%

Sources Cited Petaluma High School Petaluma High School Social Sciences Petaluma City Data Petaluma City School Information

(6) Multi-media resources: Numerous educational videos, sound clips, and animations are available on the Internet. Teachers should be able to find appropriate multimedia resources, and link to or download such files.

 Identify an audio resource appropriate to teaching your subject (music, speech, animal sound, poem, newscast, etc.). Download the file and embed it in your portfolio, or provide an active link to it. Cite the source and describe how and why you will use it in instruction.

 Identify a video or animation appropriate to teaching your subject. Download the file and embed it in your portfolio, or provide an active link to it. If you provide a link, also include screen captures of key sections of the video or animation. Cite the source and describe how and why you will use it in instruction.

I found this audio song (see portfolio on webpage) of the star-spangled banner on the website: http://www.archive.org/details/UnitedStatesMarineBand I would use this during a lesson on the War of 1812, either through a project based activity on the defense of Fort McHenry, or in a presentation on the topic.

9 Name: June 16, 20058:37 AM For a video that would be useful in my class, I found a good film on www.pbs.org/nova that could be integrated into black history month, where students are exposed to Percy Julian, who became one of the more important scientists in the 20th century. Click on the title, forgotten genius, to be directed to the page where you can watch the film.

(7) Interactive/Linked Unit Plan : Many application programs (including word processors, presentation managers and spreadsheets) allow users to hyperlink to local (e.g. movies, animations, presentations, text) and remote files. This can greatly facilitate the development and use of a unit plan. *TPE-tip You may wish to incorporate this material into a unit plan for TPE1.

 Develop a unit plan (or augment an existing plan) for the subject you teach, incorporating as many resources as possible developed in this class.

 Incorporate two or more good third-party lesson plans for teaching your subject. Cite the author and URL of the resources, and include screen captures of the relevant parts of the lessons.

 Include links in your unit plan to at least five relevant external internet resources. Use a search engine with Boolean search features to locate web sites relevant to your subject. Embed the URLs for at least 5 excellent sites (or local files) that are related to a lesson you will provide.

 Provide links to other relevant documents or resources you have developed.