Internet Scavenger Hunt

I use the internet to learn and find out information, socialize and to do schoolwork. The internet can be used for a variety of things, a majority of things done in modern day by humans consist of the usage of the internet.

1. Mayor- Typed in "De Blasio" into Google
2. Bronx Bus Map- Google "Bronx Bus Map" and found PDF
3. EBA Pinned Map- Google Maps,  typed EBA
4. McDonald's- Google "McDonald's NYC Application"
5. Bronx Historical Site- Google images "Edgar Poe House Bronx"
6. Bronx Music Event- Google "Upcoming Events Bronx", found NYC Park website
7.  bronx-leb.org phone number- (718) 590-1800 - (Google Maps "EBA" and zoom out)
8. 42 Precinct - Google "EBA police", found school on NYC website and found precinct. Then Google "42 precinct"
   
9. BCC Computer Science - Google "BCC Computer Science"
   
10. Voting Regsitration - Google "Voting Registration NYC"

Other Resources I could have used include: people, books, other social media and websites themselves. A majority was completed using Google. This is because it provides the easiest and less time consuming route compared to other methods.

Web 2.0 Tool Project

Browser based tools that I have used include Google Drive/Docs, Google Maps, G-mail and even the Google Play Store. These web tools are all located in the Google Chrome browser. In my opinion, having all of these tools in my favorite browser gives me the ability to have a seamless experience when being productive. The experience is what counts and to be able to get my work done with ease is very helpful and innovative.

Presentation Reflection

What went well in my presentation was the overall layout and information that was provided in my slide show. I was able to speak about the many components that computers have, as well as the pros and cons of having or not having a certain computer. We were able to to play the roles of the consumer and the salesman quite well. Also, my group's presentation met if not all, most of all the requirements while even going above and beyond by providing an exciting viewing experience to the audience. However, things were not always peachy. While me and my group did give an excellent presentation, we did not go entirely in-depth on computer details or give a professional feel to the audience. There were many giggles and side comments coming from the presenters, therefore not showing the viewers that the project was not taken completely serious or giving an unprofessional impression which will reflect on us, negatively. As for preparation, I felt pretty prepared. I believe although I knew what to say or not say, I could have taken additional time to practice and increase my background knowledge on the topic. This will give me the ability to give the audience a more informative and interesting experience. All in all, I should practice a bit more next time!

Computer Buying Link

https://docs.google.com/a/eastbronxacademy.org/presentation/d/1YDI7bw1-RCg1pqnvEPgRsBfa678vtc97INKohz2sI0Y/edit#slide=id.p

Computers and Computing

There are 34 computers in the classroom.
What are computers?: Anything that can think and respond. Thus can include phones, televisions, brains and air conditioners.

What are NOT computers?: Anything that cannot do these things. This includes glasses, the floor, air and shoes.

Computing: Computing is mostly the process of detecting viruses and installing software.

What is computing/computers?: Computers are anything that can process information internally. Computing is the process of sharing or recording information.

Why Study Computer Science

Brain Starter:
The one person who I would anything for if they asked me is my mother.


Barack Obama spoke about how it is important to know and learn about computer science, as it could help lead the future and create new opportunities for others as well yourself.

Three reasons NOT to study computer science.
1) It requires a lot for thinking and concentration.
2) It may be boring for some people.
3) Computer science can cause some people to get angry.

Three reasons to DO computer science:
1) It can bring opportunities to the world
2) Computer science is something that not enough people know.
3) It is related to almost everything in everyone's daily life in modern day.

My Introduction

Hello, I'm Travis Rosario. I am in ECS class and am inducting myself to you guys. I am curious to see what this class has in store for me this year, I may be able to learn a lot from my teacher. I find technology interesting and will find any new tips and tricks for using computers very useful for everyday life. I am able to even carry these newly acquired skills to a career and apply them to future situations. Hopefully what I have in mind will be happen and I'll be happy.