Feb 5-9

• Intro to course & JODIMS
  • Setting up MOODLE, TEAMS and Teacher Blog
    • Set up access to MOODLE
      • go to https://s-moodle.vsb.bc.ca/
      • choose “log in” LINK
      • do NOT choose “Log In” BUTTON – choose “VSB OpenID Connect”
      • follow instructions to sign in/create account
        • must use VSB email
        • check VSB email for activation
        • once you have activated account let me know via email at ptlee@vsb.bc.ca; there is no self-enrolment option anymore
  • Communications – Emails
    • Include as SUBJECT:  SS8M
    • Professional tone/etiquette
    • https://blog.tcea.org/writing-an-email-for-students/
  • Course Outline & Modifications
    • Assessment – 4 point scale: Emerging/Developing/Proficient/Extending
      • What will these mean in this course?
  • JO DI Mini School Experience and Expectations
    • Digital Skills & Immersion
      • Creating Student Digital Portfolio/Blog
    • Leadership
    • Field Studies – Spring 2024 Seattle
• Intro to GEO Unit
  1. Five Themes of GEOGRAPHY
  2. Geography Basics – Powerpoint
• HOMEWORK Due next period:
  1. Create Digital Portfolio/Blog
  2. View NAT GEO video on maps (see MOODLE)
  3. start defining GEO VOCAB