January LINC Classes

We have some fantastic LINC classes coming up in January. Register early to assure your spot!
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AT RAFT (Ridder Park Drive in San Jose)

Using MS Word in the Classroom (Saturday January 21) Units: 1/2 Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Expand your use of Word as you learn how to more effectively use its tools to create effective documents to communicate to students, parents, and peers. Find easier ways to format and enrich newsletters, event flyers, innovative assignments, student reports, permission slips, and other classroom documents. Discover new ways in which you can use Word to enrich the professionalism of your classroom.

RAFT class registrations are processed by RAFT. To register, go to http://www.raft.net. You may also email raft@raft.net. or call 408-451-1420.

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ADOBE TEACH THE TEACHER (FREE TO EDUCATORS)

PhotoShop I (Saturday January 21) Units: 1/2  Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.  CLASS IS AT THE KCI

his workshop will guide you through a set of simple projects that will teach you digital imaging basics - types of digital images, how to work with them using Photoshop's painting and selecting tools, how to work with layers, adjust colors, create simple and seamless collages and touch-up old photographs.

To register, go to http://www.raft.net and click on the Adobe Teach the Teacher link. You may also email raft@raft.net. or call 408-451-1420.
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REGULAR KCI CLASSES


LINC 292B.01 iPods & Podcasting (Saturday January 21) Units: 1/2 unit Time: 10 am - 4 pm
Did you get a new iPod for the holidays? Are you considering purchasing an iPod, but are unsure which will best fit your needs? If you have an iPod bring it. If not, we'll let you know where you can get the best deals at the class. I was amazed to see what my nephews can do with their iPods.. Come find out what is possible!

iPod handheld devices now work on both the PC and Mac platforms. Learn all about Apple's iPods and how and why to use them in the classroom. Learn to set up a simple podcast. Apple representatives will be here to assist.


LINC 260S.01 Understanding and Evaluating Technology (Saturday January 28) Units: 1/2 unit  Time: 10 am - 4 pm
Computers were not the first technology and they won't be the last. For millennia, technology has been changing how we work, what we study, and what choices we can make. How can we put all technology into context so our students can make the best choices for themselves, their communities, and our environment? That context is social studies, science, mathematics, and English language arts. We follow the entrancing thread of technology through the core content areas (with connections to California state standards) to the critical thinking skills our society will need in a rapidly changing future. This is technological literacy (understanding and evaluating technology), which complements technological competency (knowing how to operate specific tools). A bonus for teachers: unlike teaching how to use the latest software, technological literacy leverages your educational and life experiences, making it easier to be an "expert." The downloadable curriculum with student workbooks (consumable) has been tested in middle school classrooms (and even adapted to a college classroom).


LINC 252S.01 Experience Digital Yearbook! (Saturday January 28) Units: 1/2 unit  Time: 10 am - 4 pm
Creating a multimedia yearbook is a hands-on technology project tailored just for you! Your students will learn how to capture their world transforming video, still images, audio, graphics, text and music into a multimedia project preserving the stories of their lives. Digital Yearbooks inspire students to create beyond the confines of the printed paper while increasing their confidence and enjoyment in exploring innovation with computers.


LINC 209T.01 DreamWeaver Beyond the Basics (Saturday January 28) Units: 1/2 unit  Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Now that you know the basics of DreamWeaver, learn how to add pizzazz to your pages using Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) and templates to develop Web sites.

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Please note that our tuition is $17 per unit plus a one time only per quarter registration fee of $11.  (The registration fee has been increased by $1 this quarter. )

Please note: Parking is $2.00. Please park in lot 4 and bring 8 quarters or 2 dollar bills for parking.

Register online at: http://www.foothill.edu/cfi/linc/preregister.html
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Remember anyone planning to apply for our Earn While You Learn or EWYL Fellows programs MUST have taken 2 units of LINC classes from Winter Quarter 2005 though Winter Quarter 2006.

Room in Spanish for Teachers and Intro to Technology Classes

Although both classes have met once, there is still some room left both of these classes. Please note that our tuition is $17 per unit plus a one time only per quarter registration fee of $11. (The registration fee has been increased by $1 this quarter.)

Register online at: http://www.foothill.edu/cfi/linc/preregister.html or just come next week (Wednesday for the Spanish class and Thursday for the Intro. to Technology class).


1. Introduction to Technology for Educators
CIS 50A.09
Introduction to the computer and its uses is equivalent to the San Jose State University EDIT122, and the units will transfer. SJSU now requires this course as a prerequisite for their teacher credentialing programs. It is a perfect course for any educator wishing to gain a basic understanding of how to effectively use the computer for both school and personal use. You will learn to use word processing, spreadsheet, database, and graphics and Web page creation software. You will also learn file management, simple software and hardware configuration and troubleshooting as well as how to use email, an Internet browser, and various search engines. The course includes a discussion of software applications for educational use, and the role of the computer and Internet in the educational setting. This is a must take introduction to the computer for all educators who want and need basic computer skills. This class meets the Level 1 CA Commission on Teacher Credentialing Technology Proficiencies for teacher certification.

Class Dates: Thursdays January 12 - March 30

Units: 4 units
Time: 4 - 7 p.m.
Class location: Room 4006 (PC and Mac laptop lab) Krause Center for Innovation, Foothill College 12345 El Monte Rd. Los Altos Hills, Ca. For map and driving directions please access http://www.foothill.edu/news/maps.html.
Parking is $2.00. Bring 8 quarters or 2 dollar bills for parking.
Instructor: Dorothy Cowell - Click on the instructors name to see a short biography.
Please note: This course is equivalent to the San Jose State University EDIT 122. It meets the Level One requirements for entry into the SJSU Teacher Credentialling program and for the CA Provisionary Credential. Parking is $2.00 per day. Bring 8 quarters or two dollar bills.


2. Conversational Spanish Using Online Resources
LINC 208.02
Basic conversational Spanish for those working with parents or students whose primary language is Spanish.This course will include strategies for working With ELL populations while looking at various hispanic cultures. Participants will review online resources, learn basic grammar concepts and role-play different situations.The following skills will be put into practice: listening, speaking, reading, writing and composing.

Class Dates: Wednesdays: 1/11, 1/18, 2/1, 2/8, 2/22, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15

Units: 2 units
Time: 5 - 8 p.m.
Class location: Room 4008 (PC lab) Krause Center for Innovation, Foothill College 12345 El Monte Rd. Los Altos Hills, Ca. For map and driving directions please access http://www.foothill.edu/news/maps.html.
Instructor: Ana Tolentino - Click on the instructors name to see a short biography.
Please note: Parking is $2.00 daily. Please park in lot 4 and bring 8 quarters for parking.



Remember anyone planning to apply for our Earn While You Learn or EWYL Fellows programs MUST have taken 2 units of LINC classes from Winter Quarter 2005 though Winter Quarter 2006.