Raster-based Editors

Raster-based Editors (Photoshop)

Middle/High School Students

FYI:

1. Every student in the class must post.
2. Posts must be (5) five or more complete sentences. 
3. You must give a (reflective, thoughtful, opinionated, enlightening) response to one other students post in the forum.

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Photoshop, Lightroom, Elements, GIMPshop, Paintshop Pro, etc... are all raster-based editors that can do unbelievable things to digital images. You have some experience with PS, because of my classes and Mr. V's classes. What are your thoughts on raster-based editor? Write about what comes to mind. I then would like you to think about the skills, and character building these programs bring out in you, such as: creativity, problem-solving, patience, etc... Do you or should you believe every image you see online? Has an appreciation for some peoples talent with digital images been recognized by you.

Health & Wellness

Middle/High School Students

FYI:

1. Every student in the class must post.
2. Posts must be (5) five or more complete sentences. 
3. You must give a (reflective, thoughtful, opinionated, enlightening) response to one other students post in the forum.

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Your health and wellness are paramount to a good quality of life. If you remember from health class or if you have not had it yet, there is...

Physical Health
Mental Health
Emotional Health
Spiritual Health
Environmental Health
Social Health

... These six components are all linked to one another and have a serious impact on your health and others around you. How and what are you going to do to improve on your six key components to health? How are you going to positively influence your friends and family to improve their personal health? Consider all avenues: education, genetics, surrounds, behaviors, values, peers, media, family, the Internet and how they impact/influence your decisions.

The Digital Age

Middle/High School Students

FYI:

1. Every student in the class must post.
2. Posts must be (5) five or more complete sentences. 
3. You must give a (reflective, thoughtful, opinionated, enlightening) response to one other students post in the forum.

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Computer Technology... Its quite amazing isn't it? Look at the advancements in computers, laptops, tablets, phones and other mobile devices. Look at what some of our electronics are capable of live-monitoring, recording, interacting, etc... Its amazingly awesome or scary depending on your point of view or past experiences?! What are your thoughts on all of this? Think of the conveniences or hassles, complexity of the devices or ease, personal security or privacy issues or thoughts, the information available to you, the direct and immediate interaction with information and others. Don't limit yourself to some of the examples I've listed. If there is more on your mind share it! Please seriously consider this one and think about it. Computer technology is everywhere! Its being integrated into your live more and more whether you want it to or not!

Sports

Middle/High School Students

FYI:

1. Every student in the class must post.
2. Posts must be (5) five or more complete sentences. 
3. You must give a (reflective, thoughtful, opinionated, enlightening) response to one other students post in the forum.

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Sports are awesome and beneficial in many ways, or are they? That is a debate amongst many parents, former athletes and ordinary people. Some individuals see the value in school and team sports and others do not. What are your opinions on sports? Good or bad opinions, views and thoughts are welcomed. Remember we are bringing about conversation, thought and new perspectives. What do they teach us? How do they help us develop? Is what we learn in an organized sport, valued? Can we take and utilize the information and experiences we learned through team sports and apply it to life?

Dignity & Respect

Middle/High School Students

FYI:

1. Every student in the class must post.
2. Posts must be (5) five or more complete sentences. 
3. You must give a (reflective, thoughtful, opinionated, enlightening) response to one other students post in the forum.

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What can we do as peers, friends, family members, acquaintances and members of society to change somebody's day for the better? It does not have to be something big, expensive and elaborate, but if you would like, go for it! Share those ideas. I was thinking more on the lines of something small, something simple, but yet could and does have a big impact on somebody's day or week. What is it we can do to be?

Adolescents

Middle/High School Students

FYI:

1. Every student in the class must post.
2. Posts must be (5) five or more complete sentences. 
3. You must give a (reflective, thoughtful, opinionated, enlightening) response to one other students post in the forum.

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Explain to me why you think (or know) adolescents act out, speak harshly to other students and disrespect adults? What can we (adults and fellow peers) do about this? How can students change their behaviors? Why should they? Do or can their actions affect them in the near and distant future?

Pinterest

High School Students

FYI:

1. Every student in the class must post.
2. Posts must be (5) five or more complete sentences. 
3. You must give a (reflective, thoughtful, opinionated, enlightening) response to one other students post in the forum.

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Pinterest is my newest social media interest. I'm not on much, because my family, career and the real world is more important to me. However I do value education and I continually strive to make learning more desirable for you. Pinterest is a great visual resource for all topics and walks of life for any subject! What are your thoughts on it? Give me your personal thoughts on Pinterest in education, Pinterest for your own personal use and Pinterest in the workforce. Check it out if you like at Pinterest. You can watch a short tutorial video too, just google it.