Snipping Tool

I first created a shortcut on my desktop to the snipping tool by following the directions provided in this assignment. I then wanted to get an image of the Microsoft excel toolbar since some of my students have never seen this program used. I opened the excel program then clicked on the snipping tool shortcut and created a new image by dragging the rectangular window to "capture" the parts of the toolbar I wanted to include.

The reason I chose this image is that I thought that I could include it in the typed directions that I usually provide for my students when we use this program. This would give them a visual of the toolbar and I could also circle things mentioned in the directions. When they enter the program they could then look for the images of the icons that are described in the written directions.

The ISTE NETS standards that apply to this assignment are many. The three major ones are: II-A since using excel helps to support the diverse needs of learners; III-D since this tool provides a way to manage student learning activities in a technology-enhanced environment; and VI-E since the improved directions would facilitate equitable access to technology resources.