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Imagine Tomorrow Computer Classes for Kids®
Ages 2.5 - 5 years
Description
It is the number one goal of Imagine Tomorrow® to prepare all young children with the skills they will need to succeed in their future. From the very first class, children receive more than just computer basics. Each experience integrates sophisticated technology concepts such as E-mail and the Internet in an age-appropriate way that even our youngest students understand and enjoy.
During class, children become Computer Detectives on a learning adventure to imaginative places such as the Email Trail or Internet Island. Classes start with our custom interactive video voicemail describing a new, fun-filled mission. Children then move on to their own computers where they work on Imagine Tomorrow® software designed specifically for each mission. Advancing at their own pace, children proudly apply new technology skills to solve problems and accomplish their goal. When class ends, children continue to enjoy their mission from home with online software activities that correspond to the current lesson.
Skills
Thinking & Problem-Solving -
Children think and problem-solve each class in order to complete the computer detective mission. Children are prompted to think through a series of listening comprehension questions that tie in the concepts they are learning and applying in the lesson that day.
Teamwork & Social Skills -
Teamwork and social skills are so important to start developing at a young ages. After children receive their own computer detective badge with their name on it, they feel like a team of detectives. Each child is heard, and gets to express their ideas during the team-building introduction to the lesson. The children feel like they work cooperatively as a team to accomplish their mission of the day, yet individually they move ahead at own pace on computer.
Computer Skills -
Although computer knowledge may be the most obvious skill, there is a big difference in Imagine Tomorrow® versus other computer programs. Imagine Tomorrow® is the only software and curriculum in the world that is exclusively designed to teach particularly young children everything from basic mouse, keyboard, and navigational skills to more advanced mobile concepts, such as networks, satellites, cell phones, hotspots, wireless, email, and the Internet. All of the most sophisticated concepts are introduced in a fun and age-appropriate way that the children can understand. Computers are always integrated as a tool, not taught in isolation or by using any off-the-shelf software. The result for children is a genuine understanding and appreciation of technology - how and why it will be an important tool in their future.
Academic Skills -
Imagine Tomorrow® has received national recognition, in particular, for how the curriculum and software integrate early literacy skills in such a unique and creative approach. All 4 aspects of literacy - early reading and writing, communication and listening skills - are threaded throughout the computer detective missions, each class. Also, preschool and kindergarten enrichment concepts such as colors, letters, sight words, days of the week, shapes, and spatial skills, are integrated in the story line of each lesson. Imagine Tomorrow® brings typical preschool and kindergarten curriculum to the 21st century, in a fun and safe learning environment.
Self Confidence -
Children build self-confidence throughout the entire class, as they complete a series of activities to accomplish the mission of the lesson. At end of each class, they receive a virtual gold medal, trophy or certificate, and they are rewarded with a star on their computer detective badges. Throughout the class, the Imagine Tomorrow® slogan is reinforced: 'I can do anything...if I put my mind to it!' A feeling of success carries over to all aspects in life.
TechnoKids
Grades K - 4
Description
Project Based Learning is a unique approach to teaching technology skills. In many classrooms students learn how to use the computer by completing lessons focused on a software application, such as Introduction to Word Level 1. This can lack interest for students and does not meet their individual needs.
With our approach to learning students complete fun technology projects that focus around problem solving tasks. Students learn technology skills gradually as they complete activities such as publishing a magazine, creating a multimedia storyboard, or developing a website.
Project Based Learning is personally meaningful to students. This is because everyone in the class is learning the same technology skill, however within the boundaries of the technology project each student can select a topic based on their interests.
Skills
Databases
(Basics, Filter & Sort, Forms, Tables, Reports, Queries)
Desktop Publishing
(Layout, Text, Graphics & Multimedia Elements)
Graphic Images
(Create, Format, Arrange, Manipulate)
Multimedia
(Viewing, Edit Content, Layout, Formatting, Objects, Effects)
Operating Environment
(Managing Files, OS, Hardware, Storage Mediums)
Programming
(Writing & Editing Code)
Spreadsheets
(Basics, Cells, Graphs & Charts, Print Options, Formulas, Editing, Arranging & Summarizing Data)
Telecommunications
(Ethical & Safe Use of the Internet, Websites, Email, Video Chat, IRC)
Word Processing
(Text, Documents, Graphics, Page Layout, Editing, Import, Hypertext, Tables, Forms)
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Current Students:
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