Incoming Knowledge Entrance Survey

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Please answer the following questions to the best of your ability. It is going to be used to determine your incoming (ENTRANCE) vs. your outgoing (EXIT) knowledge of this course's content. Please answer questions according to the knowledge you had coming INTO the course. Thank you.

Rank your knowledge on using the web tool Weebly coming into this course: *

I am a beginner in Weebly and have never used the program before.

I have used Weebly but would still consider myself a beginner.

I use or have used Weebly quite often and feel very proficient in the program.

I have learned most tools in Weebly and feel as though I am an almost an expert in the program.

Rank your knowledge on Google Docs/Drive using the following answers: *

I am a beginner in Google Docs/Drive and have never used the program before.

I have used Google Docs/Drive but would still consider myself a beginner.

I use or have used Google Docs/Drive quite often and feel very proficient in the program.

I have learned most tools in Google Docs/Drive and feel as though I am an almost an expert in the program.

Rank your knowledge on collaboration using Google Docs using the following answers: *

I am a beginner in collaborating with Google Docs and have never used the program before.

I have used Google Docs to collaborate but would still consider myself a beginner.

I use or have used Google Docs to collaborate quite often and feel very proficient in the program.

I have learned most tools to collaborate in Google Docs, have collaborated with fellow classmates and the teacher on documents and feel as though I am an almost an expert in the program.

Rank your knowledge on Google Forms using the following answers: *

I am a beginner in Google Forms and have never used the program before.

I have used Google Forms but would still consider myself a beginner.

I use or have used Google Forms quite often and feel very proficient in the program.

I have learned most tools in Google Forms and feel as though I am an almost an expert in the program.

Please rank your level of comfort in taking an online course on your own (without assistance from an 'in room' instructor). *

I am not currently ready to take an online course completely alone without teacher guidance in the classroom.

I feel I may be able to handle an online course completely alone but would prefer some teacher guidance.

I am fairly confident that I am ready to handle an online course on my own without a teacher in the classroom.

I feel very comfortable and well prepared to handle an online course on my own without a teacher in the classroom.

Please choose from the following range of WPM (words per minute) score ranges for your CURRENT typing ability. *

1-10 WPM

11-20 WPM

21-30 WPM

31-40 WPM

41-50 WPM

51-60 WPM

61-70 WPM

70 WPM or above

In the last six to twelve months, which of the following best describes the web sites you have visited on the World Wide Web? *

I have visited mostly games, chat sites, shopping, sports and/or social networking sites.

I have visited a few educational sites in addition to entertainment type sites.

I have used educational sites such as Moodle, Gmail, edmodo and more often in addition to entertainment type sites.

I feel I have been exposed to many new sites on the web and in addition, I have learned to use educational sites such as Moodle, Gmail, Delicious, Socrative, edmodo and more and as a result feel much more productive on my use of the World Wide Web.

Which of the following best describes your ability to 'browse the Web'? *

I have learned to browse the Web on my own basically finding sites based on entertainment or need.

I have been guided through proper search engines and useful sites that will help benefit me in education.

I am very proficient in knowing good web sites for education, entertainment, mapping and other useful tools.

I am very proficient and have been shown multiple resourceful websites related to education, entertainment, mapping and real world productivity.

Which of the following describes your ability in using sites such as Delicious, Moodle, Gmail, Socrative, edmodo, MailChimp and other Web 2.0 tools? *

I have never used most of these sites.

I have a little experience in these sites.

I feel comfortable using all of these sites.

I have a lot of experience using these sites and can easily get around on my own.

Please answer the following information regarding your level of knowledge on creating various forms of multimedia presentations. *

I have almost no knowledge of creating various forms of multimedia presentations.

I understand a little about creating various forms of multimedia presentations.

I feel comfortable with creating various forms of multimedia presentations.

I feel I have strong knowledge of creating various forms of multimedia presentations.

How many different types of multimedia productions have you created? *

I have never created a multimedia presentation of any sort.

I have created a PowerPoint or two for classes but nothing more.

I have created multimedia presentations in a few different programs in addition to PowerPoint but do not consider myself an expert.

I have created multimedia presentations in multiple formats and using multiple tools and feel I am a near expert at creating and publishing them.

Please answer the following information regarding your experience in publishing multimedia presentations globally? *

i have never published anything globally to the world.

I have participated in some forums that are public on the World Wide Web but haven't done any multimedia presentations in this format.

I have published multimedia presentations globally but not one of which I am proud to promote to the world.

I have produced multimedia presentations of which I am proud globally to the world.

What is your experience in using YouTube? *

I have never used YouTube to watch nor to publish any video.

I have watched videos on YouTube but never published anything on YouTube.

I have created a YouTube channel but haven't produced more than one or two videos that have not been completed very well.

I have my own YouTube channel and have used it to produce and share excellent productions of which I am proud.

What is your experience with creating a Digital Portfolio of yourself to be used for college applications and to produce a web presence? *

I know nothing about Digital Portfolios or web presence.

I have heard of Digital Portfolios and a web presence but do not know what they mean.

I have started to create my own web presence and Digital Portfolio but don't feel confident that they are finished as a good representation of myself.

I have created a Digital Portfolio and web presence of my own that can be viewed by college recruiters, potential employers, administrators, teachers, parents and the world.

Which of the following best describes your experience with 'test prep' type web sites? *

I have not used any 'test prep' type web sites and would not know where to find them.

I have been introduced to 'test prep' type web sites by parents, a teacher or a guidance counselor but can't remember how to get to them.

I could find 'test prep' type web sites and use them comfortably to prepare myself for required state exams.

I am very comfortable knowing how to use and where to find 'test prep' web sites and have used them to better prepare myself for required state exams.

Which of the following describes your expectations of yourself when it comes to learning and school grades? *

I have low expectations of myself and usually do not do well in school.

I feel like I may have improved my expectations of myself and am trying to do well in school.

I have relatively high expectations of myself and know that I can do well in school if I try hard.

I have very high expectations of myself and accept nothing but perfection or something close to it when it comes to learning and school grades.

What do you feel has been your level of exposure to 'new technologies' such as cloud computing, Google cars, augmented reality, innovative uses for glass in technology, mind reading computers, iPads in education, electronic calendars and other new inventions? *

I have very little exposure to 'new technologies'.

I have some exposure to 'new technologies' but wish I had more exposure.

I feel exposed to 'new technologies' including those listed above.

I feel well exposed and current in regards to what is new out there in technologies and have seen the use of those listed above.

What is your level of experience with Windows Live Movie Maker? *

I have never used Windows Live Movie Maker.

I have heard of Windows Live Movie Maker and know it is a free download but have never downloaded nor used the program.

I have experimented a little with Windows Live Movie Maker but do not feel I am very proficient in the program.

I have used Windows Live Movie Maker to create and produce my own multimedia movie production.

What is your level of experience with iMovie? *

I have never used iMovie.

I have heard of iMovie and know a little about it but have never downloaded nor used the program.

I have experimented a little with iMovie but do not feel I am very proficient in the program.

I have used iMovie to create and produce my own multimedia movie production.

What is your level of experience with the app PS Express? *

I have never used Storybird.

I have heard of Storybird and know a little about it but have never created anything in the program.

I have experimented a little with Storybird but do not feel I am very proficient in the program.

I have used Storybird to create and share my own story online.

What is your level of experience with good photography vs. bad pictures? *

I have never learned the difference between bad pictures and good photography.

I have heard of photography elements (rules of third, etc.) and know a little about it but have never used it for anything.

I have experimented a little with taking better photographs but do not feel I am very proficient in doing so.

I feel I have learned tips and tools that will make me a better photographer in order to create better multimedia.

How much do you feel that you know about Windows 7 and the Windows environment in general? *

I know very little about Windows 7.

I know how to open programs in Windows 7 but do not know much about adding icons and programs to the desktop or other Windows manipulation techniques.

I know how to add icons to the desktop and how to open programs in the Windows environment but I am not sure what an operating system is and what it means to the computer.

I know that Windows is an operating system and what an operating system means to a computer in addition to being able to add icons to desktops and other Windows manipulation techniques.

What is your level of experience in using Gmail for school projects and emailing professionals and/or others in the community? *

I have never used Gmail for a school project or to email a professional within my community.

I may have used Gmail for a school project or to email a professional within my community once or twice but do not remember how or when I did it.

I know I used Gmail for a school project or to email a professional within our community but it was guided by a teacher and I have no idea how to do it independently.

I have used Gmail for a school project or to email a professional within our community and am confident I know how to do that.

What is your level of experience with turning in documents electronically for a course? *

I have never turned in a document electronically for a course.

I may have turned in a document electronically for a course but do not remember how to do it on my own.

I am sure I have turned in documents electronically for a course before but would not be able to do it without teacher guidance.

I know with confidence that I have turned in documents electronically for a course and could upload them on my own.

What is your level of experience in using MailChimp? *

I have never used MailChimp.

I have heard of MailChimp and have viewed papers done in the program but do not know how to create my own publications.

I have an account at MailChimp and have created a publication.

I feel very proficient in using MailChimp to produce my own publications.

What is your level of experience in the Mac iOS - OSX Mavericks? *

I have never heard of nor used OSX Mavericks.

I have seen people using OSX Mavericks but have no idea how to use it myself.

I have used OSX Mavericks in the Mac computer lab.

I have watched a video to help teach OSX Mavericks that helped me learn to get a long in the Mac lab operating system.

What is your level of experience with the Ken Burns effect? *

I have never heard of nor used the Ken Burns effect.

I have heard of the Ken Burns effect and know what it is used to create but have never used the Ken Burns effect on my own.

I can see when a multimedia production is using the Ken Burns effect and know how to change it on a multimedia production but do not feel I know how to use it wisely.

I am very familiar with the Ken Burns effect and am confident that I could change my productions to maximize effect using the Ken Burns effect.

Rate your level of experience in working on multimedia events that make a difference in your community. *

I have never been part of a multimedia production that helped the community.

I have seen others do multimedia productions that help the community but have never had an opportunity or interest in being a part of them myself.

I have never worked or been a part of any multimedia events that make a difference in the community.

I have been a part of creating productions that benefit the community using multimedia and feel good and confident about doing them.

Rate your level of experience in using Prezi. *

I know nothing about using Prezi nor what it is used for.

I have heard of Prezi and may have viewed other people's presentations in it but have no experience in creating my own Prezi.

I have used Prezi for a classroom project but do not feel very proficient in the program.

I have created my own Prezi and feel confident about using the program.

Rate your level of experience with using Haiku Deck. *

I have never heard of nor used Haiku Deck.

I have heard of Haiku Deck and may have viewed a deck but have no experience in creating my own deck.

I have used Haiku deck for a classroom project but do not feel very proficient in the program.

I have created my own Haiku deck and feel confident about using the program.

Rate your level of experience with using music to make an inspirational difference in multimedia productions. *

I have never had to think about music in relation to a multimedia production.

I know the difference music can play in a multimedia production but have never had the opportunity to think about it.

I know music can have a difference in a multimedia production but don't know how to add it.

I know the strong influence music can have on a multimedia production and I know how to add music to a multimedia production.

Rate your level of experience in participating in project based learning (i.e. using projects to assess knowledge in a class instead of a focus on content only). *

I haven't participated in any project based learning.

I have participated in some project based learning but do not see a difference between that and content assessment using tests.

I have used a lot of project based learning in my classes and understand how it can replace tests for content knowledge.

I have used a lot of project based learning to create projects that can be used by the school and community and can see the significant benefits it can have in learning.

What do you know about recording content on a computer screen (screencasting) using QuickTime on the Mac? *

I do not know nor have heard of what screencasting is and have no experience in it or in using QuickTime on the Mac.

I know a little about screencasting using QuickTime on the Mac but have no idea how to do it on my own.

I know how to create screencast on the Mac using the record button in QuickTime but do not feel very proficient in it.

I can easily create screencast on the Mac using the record button in QuickTime and feel very proficient in it.

How much do you feel you are aware of the positive uses of social media, digital citizenship and your digital footprint? *

I don't know much about positive uses of social media, digital citizenship and my digital footprint.

I know very little about the positive uses of social media, digital citizenship and my digital footprint.

I know pretty much about the positive uses of social media, digital citizenship and my digital footprint.

I feel well informed about the positive uses of social media, digital citizenship and my digital footprint and feel like I am more aware of what to put out there to better represent myself.

Rate the level of importance you have played and the involvement you have had in helping your school create an exciting and positive learning environment through project based learning. *

No important role in helping the school

Very important role in helping the school

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