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1 Teachers Discovering Computers Integrating Technology and Digital Media in the Classroom 6 th Edition Chapter 3 Application Productivity Tools for Educators

2 Chapter Objectives Explain the role of an operating system and list the main operating systems used on today s computers Define and describe a user interface and a graphical user interface Identify the important features of widely used software applications Describe the advantages of software suites Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 2

3 Chapter Objectives Explain how to create documents Discuss why the use of video authoring and editing software is important for K-12 schools List and describe learning aids and support tools that help you use and learn software applications Explain how to work with different versions of software applications Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 3

4 The Operating System The Role of the Operating System System Software consists of programs that control the operations of the computer and its devices Operating system contains instructions that coordinate all of the activities of the hardware devices in a computer Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 4

5 The Operating System Microsoft Windows Windows XP Windows Vista Windows 7 Mac OS Mac OS, version 9.1 Mac OS X Other Operating Systems UNIX Linux Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 5

6 The Operating System Graphical User Interface (GUI) combines text, graphics, and other visual cues to make software easier to use Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 6

7 Application Software Programs designed to perform specific tasks for users As a productivity / business tool Assisting with graphics and multimedia projects Supporting school and professional activities Helping with home and personal activities Facilitating communications Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 7

8 Application Software Five major categories of application software Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 8

9 Application Software Starting a Software Application Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 9

10 Application Software Working with Software Applications Document - Piece of work created with an application Creating Editing Formatting Font Font size Font style Saving Printing Dialog box Voice recognition Note taking software Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 10

11 Application Software Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 11

12 Application Software Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 12

13 Application Software Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 13

14 Productivity Software Word Processing Software Used to create, edit, and format textual documents Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 14

15 Productivity Software Word Processing Software Formatting features Font and font size Color Borders Clip art Margins Wordwrap Scrolling Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 15

16 Productivity Software Word Processing Software Editing features Find or search Replace Spell checker Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 16

17 Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 17

18 Productivity Software Spreadsheet Software Allows you to organize numeric data in rows and columns, collectively called a spreadsheet or worksheet Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 18

19 Productivity Software Spreadsheet Software Spreadsheet organization Worksheet has columns and rows Cell - Intersection of a row and a column Labels Values Formulas Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 19

20 Productivity Software Spreadsheet Software Calculations Formula - Performs calculations on data in the worksheet and displays the results in a cell Function A predefined formula that performs common calculations Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 20

21 Productivity Software Spreadsheet Software Charts Graphically illustrates the relationship of numeric data Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 21

22 Productivity Software Database Software Database - A collection of data organized in a manner that allows access, retrieval, and use of that data Similar to a manual filing system Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 22

23 Productivity Software Database Software Developing a database Determine data that you want to keep track of Define the fields Enter the data Use the database to produce information Database Organization Database file Records Fields Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 23

24 Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 24

25 Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 25

26 Productivity Software Presentation Graphics Software Allows you to create documents called presentations which are used to communicate ideas, messages, and other information to a group Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 26

27 Productivity Software Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 27

28 Productivity Software Presentation Graphics Software Predefined formats - define colors and other elements for backgrounds, text, and other special effects Various slide layouts Clip art / image gallery Slide sorter Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 28

29 Productivity Software Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 29

30 Productivity Software Presentation Graphics Software Integrating electronic presentations into the classroom Nonlinear teaching and learning Students and teachers create presentations Can link to other slides, presentations, and to the Web Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 30

31 Productivity Software Personal Information Managers (PIM) Software application that includes an appointment calendar, address book, notepad, and other features to help organize appointments, task lists, and more Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 31

32 Productivity Software PDA and Smartphone Software Uses Create documents and worksheets Manage databases and lists Create slide shows Take notes Manage budgets and finances View and edit photos Read electronic books Plan travel routes Compose and read messages Send instant messages Send text and picture messages View maps and directions Read the latest news articles Browse the Web Use education apps Web applications Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 32

33 Productivity Software Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 33

34 Productivity Software Software Suites Collection of individual application software packages sold as a single package Lower cost Ease of use Common interface Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 34

35 Graphics and Multimedia Software Desktop Publishing (DTP) Software Allows you to design, produce, and deliver sophisticated documents that contain text, graphics, and brilliant colors Page layout - arranging text and graphics in a document Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 35

36 Graphics and Multimedia Software Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 36

37 Graphics and Multimedia Software Paint/Image-Editing Software Allows you to draw pictures, shapes, and other graphical images using various tools on the screen Paint software Draw pictures, shapes, and other graphics Image-editing software Modify existing graphics Photo editing software Edit digital photographs Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 37

38 Graphics and Multimedia Software Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 38

39 Graphics and Multimedia Software Clip Art/Image Gallery Collection of clip art and photographs Miscellaneous items Fonts Animations Sounds Video and audio files Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 39

40 Graphics and Multimedia Software Multimedia Authoring Software Used to create electronic presentations, simulations, and software demonstrations that can contain: Text Graphics Video Audio Animation Screen captures Often used in education Delivered on the Web, CDs, DVDs, and portable media players Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 40

41 Graphics and Multimedia Software Video and Audio Editing Software Modify a segment of a video, known as a clip Add and remove clips Add special effects Sounds Banners Credits Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 41

42 Graphics and Multimedia Software Web Page Authoring Software Allows you to create Web pages and organize, manage, and maintain Web sites Many packages allow creation of Web pages Word processing programs allow creation of web pages Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 42

43 Graphics and Multimedia Software Web Page Authoring Software Popular packages Microsoft Publisher Microsoft Expression Web WebBlender 2 Adobe Dreamweaver Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 43

44 Software for School Use School and Student Management Software School management software Centralized program that allows district and school personnel to manage school district operations Student management software Allows administrators, teachers, and other staff to track information on students Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 44

45 Software for School Use Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 45

46 Software for School Use Grade Book Software Allows teachers to track and organize student tests, homework, lab work, and other scores Often integrates with other software packages Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 46

47 Software for School Use Educational and Reference Software Educational software Software designed for the learning environment Reference software Provides valuable and thorough information for everyone in an educational setting and in the family Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 47

48 Software for School Use Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 48

49 Software for School Use Special Needs Software Software designed for students with physical impairments or learning disabilities Examples Speech synthesis software Text enlargement programs Talking calculators Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 49

50 Software for School Use Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 50

51 Software for Home and Personal Use Personal Finance Software Simplified accounting program Track personal income and expenses Track investments Online banking and investing Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 51

52 Software for Home and Personal Use Tax Preparation Software Guides individuals, families, or small businesses through the process of filing federal and state taxes Offers money saving tax tips Prints tax forms Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 52

53 Software for Home and Personal Use Legal Software Assists in preparation of legal documents and provides legal advice to individuals, families, and small businesses Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 53

54 Software for Home and Personal Use Entertainment Software Interactive games and videos Hobbies Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 54

55 Learning Aids and Support Tools Help Web-based help Trade books Tutorials FAQs Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 55

56 Software Versions and Upgrades Software programs are designated a version number Upgrade is a new version designed to replace an older version Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 56

57 Software Versions and Upgrades Using Different Software Versions A school may have a mix of different software versions installed on its computers Determine software version with the software s About or Information command Older version of software may not open files created with the newer version Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 57

58 Chapter Summary Explain the role of an operating system and list the main operating systems used on today s computers Define and describe a user interface and a graphical user interface Identify the important features of widely used software applications Describe the advantages of software suites Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 58

59 Chapter Summary Explain how to create documents Discuss why the use of video authoring and editing software is important for K-12 schools List and describe learning aids and support tools that help you use and learn software applications Explain how to work with different versions of software applications Chapter 3: Application Productivity Tools for Educators 59

60 Teachers Discovering Computers Integrating Technology and Digital Media in the Classroom 6 th Edition Chapter 3 Complete Application Productivity Tools for Educators

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