Blended+OmniGlobe+Class

__Blended OmniGlobe Integration Class__

__Class Introduction:__ During the OmniGlobe Integration Class, participants will be trained in the complete use of the OmniGlobe. This will include setting-up, taking down, caring for and operating the OmniGlobe and OmniGlobe Computer. Participants will learn how to add custom content to the OmniGlobe computer. Participants will learn about the challenges and advantages of using the OmniGlobe in effective instruction. Participants will engage in online trainings sessions and then demonstrate their learning in the classroom setting.

__Performance Learning Objectives:__ 1. Participants will be able to safely and correctly set up the OmniGlobe after the boxes have been delivered to their school. 2. Participants will be able to boot up the software and navigate the OmniExplorer software. 3. Participants will be able to safely and correctly return the OmniGlobe to the boxes to be transferred to the next location. 4. Participants will know how to properly care for the OmniGlobe. 5. Participants will have several strategies to effectively teach using the OmniGlobe. 6. Participants will be able to distinguish what content is suitable for the OmniGlobe. 7. Participants will be able to construct and locate suitable content for the OmniGlobe using Adobe Photoshop and Geometer. 8. Participants will be able to demonstrate proficient use of the OmniExploer software by independently adding their constructed content to a new project. 9. Participants will create a complete and detailed lesson plan based on the template provided, that integrates the use of the OmniGlobe into a class lesson.

__Face to Face Activities (12 hours):__
 * Overview of how the OmniGlobe works and the components.
 * Hands on practice setting up and taking down the OmniGlobe.
 * Training and practice booting up and navigating the OmniExplorer software.
 * Practice creating a new project with custom content on the OmniGlobe computer.

__ Online Activities (24 hours) :__
 * Training of the use of image editing software to manipulate images.
 * Practicing the manipulation of images using image editing software for the use on the OmniGlobe.
 * Training on the use of Geometer software to convert images into polar pairs.
 * Practicing the use of Geometer software to convert images into polar pairs.
 * Training on the use of OmniExplorer software and creating new projects for the OmniGlobe.
 * Distinguishing and locating suitable content for use on the OmniGlobe.
 * Discussion about the advantages and difficulties of using the OmniGlobe for effective instruction in the classroom.
 * Creating and posting a lesson plan integrating the OmniGlobe to a person OmniGlobe Wikispace page.

__Assessment:__
 * 1) Participants will be assessed by being able to individually setup, take down and caring for the OmniGlobe at their school site.
 * 2) Participants will create a detailed lesson plan based on the template provided and deliver their OmniGlobe lesson and make any corrections necessary to the associated lesson plan.
 * 3) Participants will create, modify and convert at least 15 pieces of custom content and add it to a new OmniGlobe Project.

=__ Class Resources: __= > > >
 * [[file:OmniGlobe Frequently Asked Questions.pdf]]
 * [[file:OmniGlobe Integration class powerpoint (student).pdf]]
 * [[file:OmniGlobe Class Materials.pdf]]
 * [[file:School OmniGlobe Introduction.ppsm]]
 * [[file:OmniGlobe Lesson Plan Template.doc]]

= Blended OmniGlobe "online" Class Lessons: (Click the links below to access the lessons) =
 * 1) Lesson 1: Image Editing
 * 2) Lesson 2: Geometer
 * 3) Lesson 3: OmniExplorer