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IMMEX in the Classroom

IMMEX in the Classroom. IMMEX:. Is a free web delivered, interactive assessment tool. Integrates subject specific content and problem solving into real-world scenarios. Provides long-term performance data for both students and teachers so that assessment is formative and ongoing.

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IMMEX in the Classroom

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  1. IMMEX in the Classroom

  2. IMMEX: • Is a free web delivered, interactive assessment tool. • Integrates subject specific content and problem solving into real-world scenarios. • Provides long-term performance data for both students and teachers so that assessment is formative and ongoing.

  3. Registration, Book Marking and Logging In Today you will learn how to • Find the IMMEX website • Register to use IMMEX • Bookmark the URL for logging in • Practice logging in as a teacher • Practice logging in as a student

  4. IMMEX Interactive MultiMedia Exercises http://www.immex.ucla.edu

  5. Click here to register

  6. Scroll down on the page and click here

  7. Click “Yes, I Agree” to accept the terms and conditions of use.

  8. Select the type of organization.For Fayette County Public Schoolswe are a US Public School.

  9. Find your school’s NCES number and type it in this box.

  10. Complete the personalinformation.

  11. Click “no” for technical contact.

  12. Click “submit”.

  13. Registration Items needed to register: • Type of Organization • Your school’s NCES number • Your first name and last name • Your e-mail address • Your phone number • A password that you create

  14. Please Register to Use IMMEX

  15. BOOK MARK the URL • Click on the URL generated by IMMEX after registration is complete. • Click on the word “Favorites” in the toolbar. • Click on the work “Add” • Give the page a name you will remember (ex: Class IMMEX log in page) • Click “OK”

  16. Log In as a Teacher Type your e-mail address for your User ID. Type your password created during registration.

  17. Click “Log Out” to log out of IMMEX.

  18. Practice Logging In and Logging Out as a teacher

  19. Log In as a Student Please type the following URL http://www.immex.ucla.edu/iWeb/Agencies/2101860/default.aspx Type in the assigned Student User ID in the text box beside User ID. Type in the word, PIZZAfor the password.

  20. Critical Thinking You will learn: • Review the definition of critical thinking • Review the need to teach critical thinking • Examine the Elements of Reasoning Wheel • Define and view examples of Deductive Reasoning • Define and view examples of Inductive Reasoning

  21. Critical Thinking The mental process of actively and skillfully conceptualizing, applying, synthesizing and evaluating information to reach an answer or conclusion. Definition from : http://www.dictionary.com

  22. Think • Maximizing the use of the Internet for collaboration, research, communication, and production requires teachers to first teach their students to think critically -- this involves a significant paradigm change for most teachers. • Using IMMEX to teach critical thinking skills Foundation for Critical Thinking www.criticalthinking.org

  23. Whenever we think In attempting to answer a QUESTION, solve a PROBLEM, or resolve an ISSUE. We think for a PURPOSE. Based on CONCEPTS and theories. Within a POINT OF VIEW. Elements Of Reasoning To make INFERENCESand judgments. Based on ASSUMPTIONS. We use DATA, facts, and experiences. Leading to IMPLICATIONS and CONSEQUENCES.

  24. A Closer Look atTwo Types of Reasoning Deductive Reasoning Inductive Reasoning

  25. Deductive Reasoning Reasoning from the general to the particular (cause/effect) Definition from http://www.dictionary.com

  26. Examples of Deductive Reasoning: If it is raining then the ground is wet.It is raining.Therefore the ground is wet.

  27. Examples of Deductive Reasoning: From IMMEX problem: Pauls’ Pepperoni Pizza PalaceMascot "I go to the pizza parties only when we win.“Reasoning: If the team wins, then the Mascot goes to the pizza party. The team won. Therefore, the Mascot will be at the pizza party.

  28. Inductive Reasoning Reasoning from detailed facts to the general. (generalization) Definition from http://www.dictionary.com

  29. Examples of Inductive Reasoning : All we ever see are black dogsTherefore all dogs are black .

  30. Examples of Inductive Reasoning : Example from IMMEX: Solar System Settlers Interview with the Professor: "Dude- that ship was totally awesome. I was like right next to it when it landed. I wish I got to see the aliens... The police got there and moved everyone far away- so I couldn't see them.Huh? You need help finding them a home? I don't know nothin' like that. Earth is a good enough home for me.There's lots of smart people around here- ask one of them. I've gotta meet my friends at the beach."

  31. Examples of Inductive Reasoning : Example from IMMEX: Solar System Settlers Every time I read the interview with the professor, his information does not help me solve the problem. In this problem set, information from the professor will not help me.

  32. Review and practice What type of reasoning is this: If the door is open, then John was the last to leave. The door is closed. John was not the last to leave.

  33. Review and practice What type of reasoning is this: All I have ever seen are Dell Computers, so all computers are made by Dell.

  34. Exploring Problem Set StructureButtons

  35. Exploring Problem Set StructureButtons You will learn: • The definition of IMMEX buttons • Location of IMMEX buttons • The function of each IMMEX button • Practice using IMMEX buttons

  36. Exploring Problem Set StructureButtons IMMEX BUTTONS COMMON TO PROBLEM SETS

  37. Take a minute and explore the IMMEX buttons of Paul’s Pepperoni Pizza Palace

  38. Exploring Problem Set StructureGathering Information

  39. Exploring Problem Set StructureGathering Information You will learn: • Different types of information found in a problem • Where to locate the information within a problem set

  40. Exploring Problem Set StructureGathering Information Reference: Libraries, dictionaries, charts, forumlas, etc. Clues: Interviews, pictures, hints, etc. All information is contained in the problem set. There are NO LINKS TO OUTSIDE WEBSITES

  41. Exploring Problem Set StructureGathering Information Places to gather information aregenerally located to the left or on the top of the screen.

  42. With a partner, choose a problem set from the list and explore places to find information.

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