Video Games
Everyone shares for points!
Tell the group what your favorite video game is and why.
Answers may vary:)
How can you continue to have positive friendships with peers from school, even through distance learning?
Phone calls, emails, zoom meetings, text, online games, whatever methods work best for you to keep in touch!
When logging into a Zoom meeting, what are a few things you should do?
-Mute your microphone
-Turn on your camera
-Be aware of your environment/check your surroundings(what is going on in your house behind you)
How often should you check your email and Google Classroom?
Every Single Day!!
90% of all sea otters live where?
On the coast of Alaska.
How long did it take for the very first version of Minecraft to be made?
Only 6 days!
What is an example of being a good digital citizen?
Using appropriate language, facing your computer camera, coming prepared to class, respecting your classmates, acting as a part of the TEAM!
True or False:
You should take yourself off of mute without asking a teacher
FALSE!
False, you should use the raise your hand tool to share an idea
What does it mean to initiate work? Give an example of how you are or can initiate work and complete work during distance learning? Tell us about your routine for work completion/studying.
Initiate means to start or begin something.
Examples: Use a planner, set a schedule, prioritize my work, have a designated work space, check in with teachers if there are any questions.
In what year did Godzilla first appear?
His initial appearance was in 1954.
The month and year that Fortnite was released
Fortnite: Save the World- July 2017
What can you do if a peer is bothering you through email or a live zoom meeting?
-Ignore
-Ask them to politely stop, either verbally or in the Chat
-Talk to an adult if you cannot resolve it yourself
True or False:
Inviting other peers to a private group meeting is okay? Why or why not?
FALSE
If you are not the host or person who set up a meeting, you should not invite others or share links with others. You must get the permission from the one who is hosting/in charge of the meeting.
What do I do or who do I talk to when I have a missing assignment or am not sure how to do an assignment?
-Email your teacher
- Post a question in Google Classroom Stream
- Ask your teacher during Live teaching times
- Check with a classmate
What is Ms. Bliffeld's favorite animal?
Cats ! (She has 3 living with her at home!)
Where is the headquarters of Nintendo?
Nintendo's first headquarters in 1889 was in Kyoto, Japan, and the company is still stationed there at this present time.
Why is it hard to use sarcasm, jokes, anger, etc. in chat rooms
Non-vebal communication is not available in a chat room (i.e. tone of voice, facial expressions, body language).Conversations are very different online than in person. They might not understand the joke you are trying to make.
True or False
It is okay to use ALL CAPS in your emails for the entire email or even part of the email.
FALSE
Using all caps can make your reader feel like you are screaming at them. Using regular size font is the most appropriate. Use your words kindly to convey your message.
True or False
I am confused on how to complete an assignment so I am not going to do it.
FALSE!
If you do not know how to do something you need to email the teacher and we will figure it out together.
True or False?
Mr. Koe and Ms. Mattiacciao love their students.
TRUE!!
What percent of US households have at least 1 video game console?
50% and most families own two!
How do we demonstrate our Rockin' Values during Zoom meetings?
Answers will vary, but could include...
-Arriving on time
-Being prepared for the lesson
-Listening as teachers/students speak
- Staying on topic
True or False
You should keep your computer camera turned on the entire day
True! It is important to keep the camera turned on all day.
True or False:
You should proofread your work before turning it in.
Bonus question: What does proofreading mean?
TRUE
Always proofread your work.... If handing in work in person or online.
Bonus: Proofreading is the process of reviewing the final draft of a piece of writing/work to ensure consistency and accuracy in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and formatting.
When did the video game Super Mario Brothers first release?
Super Mario Brothers (Mario and Luigi) was first released in Japan on September 13, 1985.