Welcome to Week 4 of AusPREP Online!
In this newsletter, you'll find information about:
- In Memoriam: Dr. General Marshall
- This week's lesson modules - Pre-Algebra and Computer Science
- Weekly schedule and virtual office hours
- Meet the instructors of the week - Mr. Green, Dr. Okpalaeze, Mr. Onyema
- Featured resources for extending learning
- How to access AusPREP Online
- Registration information
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If you haven't registered for AusPREP Online yet, there is still time!
Registration is open throughout the summer
. Click the Register Now link, or scroll down for more information on registration.
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In Memoriam: Dr. General Marshall
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It is with deep sadness that I share the news of the passing of Dr. General Marshall - a n
ative Austinite, lifetime educator, mentor to hundreds, and the creator of AusPREP thirty-one years ago. I want to share his biography and pass along a message from our University Chaplain to honor him.
Dr. General Garwood Marshall, the second son of L.M. and M.L. Marshall, was born February 27, 1936 in Austin, Texas. He is a graduate of The Original L.C. Anderson High School, 1953; Morehouse College, Bachelor of Arts degree, 1957; The University of Texas at Austin, Master of Arts degree, 1966 and University of Houston, Doctor of Education– Mathematics,1976. His teaching career in mathematics spanned more than 44 years, beginning in 1957 with his first job at William James High School, Statesboro, Georgia; followed by his return to Austin and employment at Huston-Tillotson College (University), 1966.
During his years in Georgia, Dr. Marshall was selected as the Georgia State Chamber of Commerce Regional Teacher of the Year and state finalist for Teacher of the Year. During his years at Huston-Tillotson University, he received two teaching excellence awards, and coordinated the founding of the Austin Pre-Freshman Engineering Program (AusPREP) in 1990, a member of the Texas Pre-freshman Engineering Program, whose goal was to increase the number of minority engineers in Texas.
I want to pass along the following message from Reverend Brewington, our University Chaplain remembering and honoring Dr. Marshall.
It is with much sadness that I share with you the transitioning of Dr. General Marshall, Professor of Mathematics here at HT for some 40 years; at 10:30 a.m. God saw fit to call his solider home. Dr G as he was affectionately called by many on campus was loved by all. He was a man of much wisdom and at the same time he possessed a wonderful sense of humor, he was kind and always considerate.
If you were to ask many of the students who had him for a class who their favorite instructor was, I believe it safe to say that the majority would say Dr. General Marshall. Dr. G could always be found with a camera in hand at any special event on campus taking pictures, actually he could be seen with camera in hand at any event on campus; and he loved Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. He was a mentor in the classroom and outside the classroom.
Dr. Marshall was more than just a math professor, he served as Division Chair for the Dept of Natural Sciences, and he is the originator of the AusPREP program that is yet vibrant today.
I ask that you keep his wife Mrs. Lavon Marshall and the rest of the family in your prayers. I have not long talked with Mrs. Marshall, she is doing as well as possible considering. I would also like to note that Dr. General Marshall was the grandfather of our recent graduate Ms. Taleah Moore.
"So that, having been justified by his grace, we might
become heirs having the hope of eternal life"
Below is the information regarding the Celebration of Life for Dr. Marshall:
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Visitation:
Date: Monday, June 29, 2020
Time: 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Place King-Tears Mortuary
1300 E. 12th Street
Austin, TX 78702
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Service of Celebration:
Date: Tuesday, June 30, 2020
Time: 11 a.m.
Place: Ebenezer Baptist Church
1010 E. 10th Street
Austin, TX 78702
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Social Distancing will be observed and a mask is required.
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The purpose of the Pre-Algebra lessons for this week is to get students acquainted with topics that will be useful and necessary in working with Algebra and Higher Math Content. This week you will be working on the Real Number system, which is categorized as Natural Numbers (also known as counting numbers), Whole Numbers, Integers, Rational Numbers, and Irrational Numbers. You will work on Operations with Integers and Fractions that will be useful in real life situations as well as Algebra topics.
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Students will be introduced to the JavaScript Programming language. JavaScript is used in our every-day activities. When you browse the web, play online games, stream internet radio or check your Facebook page, etc. you are using JavaScript. JavaScript is used to control how a web browser looks, behaves, and communicates. Students will learn the “Canvas” concept and how to use basic JavaScript commands. Since JavaScript remains at the core of web development, it’s often the first language learned by self-taught coders eager to learn and build. We’re excited for what you’ll be able to create with the JavaScript foundation you gain here. JavaScript powers the dynamic behavior on most websites, including this one.
In the first week engagement, you will learn introductory coding concepts including data types and built-in objects—essential knowledge for all aspiring developers. Make sure to take notes and pace yourself. This foundation will set you up for understanding the more complex concepts you’ll encounter later. Furthermore, students will learn how to build beautiful, interactive websites by learning the fundamentals of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript — three common coding languages on which all modern websites are built. This is a useful and lucrative skill to acquire as it is used by nearly every single business in the world that needs a website to communicate to its customers. By the end of this track, you’ll have all the skills required to build your own websites or even start a career
with one of the thousands of companies that have a website.
Full Stack JavaScript
Web Developers working with different frameworks, libraries and languages will certainly be required to use JavaScript professionally. JavaScript powers the interactivity and the user experience on every major website. From user interfaces that provide richer desktop-like experiences to real-time data and messaging applications, you'll find JavaScript in the browser, on your phone and on the server. In this track we'll introduce you to the JavaScript language, and the ins-and-outs of adding interactivity in the browser. Once you're up to speed with JavaScript in the browser, you'll learn Node.js, a popular JavaScript platform for writing and using JavaScript applications outside of the browser. For example, command line applications for improving your workflow, dynamic websites and much more.
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Office hours are optional. This time is for students to ask questions of the instructor and check-in with us and each other.
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Computer Science Virtual Office Hours
with Dr. Okpalaeze and Mr. Onyema
Tuesday, June 30th, 11 am-12:30 pm
Meeting ID: 977 2924 2665
Password: 632614
One tap mobile
+13462487799,,97729242665# US (Houston)
+16699006833,,97729242665# US (San Jose)
Dial by your location
+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)
+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)
+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
+1 929 205 6099 US (New York)
+1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown)
Meeting ID: 977 2924 2665
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Pre-Algebra Virtual Office Hours
with Mr. Green
Wednesday, July 1st, 11 am-12:30 pm
Meeting ID: 976 2885 1078
Password: 123826
One tap mobile
+13462487799,,97628851078# US (Houston)
+12532158782,,97628851078# US (Tacoma)
Dial by your location
+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)
+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)
+1 929 205 6099 US (New York)
+1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown)
+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
Meeting ID: 976 2885 1078
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My name is
Gregorio Green
. I have been teaching for 28 years with Austin ISD, Manor ISD and currently Round Rock ISD. I am a graduate of Huston-Tillotson College (now University) with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mathematics and Chemistry. I was born in Panama and came to Huston-Tillotson on a Golf Scholarship and I have lived in Austin ever since. I teach 8th grade Math, Algebra, and Geometry, and coach several sports as well. This is my fourth year with AusPREP.
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Dr. Azubike Okpalaeze
serves as the Chair of the Computer Science Department at Huston-Tillotson University. He works to provides a quality education in the area of Computer Science for the promotion of the knowledge of computer hardware, software, and Computer Communication Network Management through direct hands on training, research, and teaching. He oversees the administrative facilities of the computer science department robotics equipment; conducts in-house faculty training on classroom technology adaptation; as well as installs and supports computer equipment for departmental events. He serves as the Director of Robotics Center and facilitates ongoing research on physical human-robot interaction. Supervise collaboration between HT and the University of Texas at Austin (UT) in actualizing the robotics experiments, design, and implementation.
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Emmanuel Onyema
works with NXP Semiconductors as a Design Engineer. He spends much of his time looking for ways to improve the learning opportunities in STEM for kids. In his work, we serves as an interface to help bridge the learning and resources gaps between System on Chip (SoC) designers, Product/Test engineers, and the process engineering world, with a view to facilitating a quicker time to market, including through:
- Wafer Acceptance Test (WAT) data analysis and correlation of transistor parameters, such as saturation and leakage currents
- Measured product maximum frequency (FMAX) specifications
- Using the data to create models capable of predicting a product’s operating frequency at various process corners.
- Designed low-power/high-speed comparators and voltage regulators for the read/write circuitry of NVM memories in the 90 nm (Thin Film Storage) TFS technology.
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In addition to AusPREP Online, we are happy to connect participants to high-quality resources available from outside sources that will extend learning and enrichment. The links will also be accessible via the
AusPREP homepage
and
here
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CK-12
- Super STEM and social studies resource with highly customizable content, CK-12 is essentially a digital textbook. However, in addition to text, teachers and students will find multimedia such as videos and interactive simulations.
Algebra content found here.
PhET Interactive Simulations
- PhET Interactive Simulations is a huge collection of virtual science experiments, demonstrations, and visualizations for dozens of math and science topics (from kindergarten through graduate school). Each tool allows students to control a variety of parameters for each concept, tinkering and exploring and probing relationships all from the safety and comfort of a computer. The results are displayed in real time, often with relevant data to make the outcomes even more clear.
The Code Twins -
A downloadable book aiming to engage underrepresented students in coding and computer science. The book introduces coding concepts to young readers of all backgrounds as they take on a programming mission with the book’s main characters.The Code Twins takes young readers on a coding adventure with characters Brett, Yvette, and Cody Point Two. Along the way, Brett and Yvette help code Cody Point Two, their robot friend, to learn and accomplish new tasks.
Code Combat - Built for high school students, CodeCombat is a platform for students to learn computer science and programming skills while playing through a stimulating and real game. CodeCombat is an excellent resource for kids and parents alike who have little to no coding experience, providing a medium that rewards productive struggle which results in successful learning. Proven as a gaming challenge that encourages interaction, discovery, and trial-and-error, kids are sure to have hours of fun while figuring this one out.
Scratch
- Scratch is based on a programming language and an online community where children can learn the basics of coding as well as move on to more advanced topics and concepts. Through the use of interactive games, stories, and animations, children are able to not only enhance their skills for programming, but they are also increasing their creativity, reasoning skills, and learning how to successfully collaborate on projects. Scratch is a project of the Lifelong Kindergarten Group at the MIT Media Lab, and provided free of charge.
Roblox - Roblox is a game-creation site that allows users to design and upload their own games. The site provides scripting tips and design elements to assist early designers in creating and contributing to games, but it also gives them the option of designing on their own. Due to the fact that some gameplay is advanced, and many of the games include weapons, it is recommended that only children over the age of 13 play the game.
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How to Access AusPREP Online
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How to access AusPREP Online
We are using an online learning platform, Canvas, to host the AusPREP Online lesson modules. Some students may be familiar with this platform (Blend) from their home school districts.
Once registered, we will create an account on Canvas for this course for you. After the account is created, you will receive an email asking you to complete your registration and create a password for Canvas.
To return to the AusPREP Online course after your password has been created. You will use
this portal
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For families with multiple students wanting to access AusPREP Online, it is recommended you create separate accounts using different email addresses for each student to track progress through the course material. Please submit separate registration request for each student.
Please reach out to us if you have any issues logging on or accessing materials. We are here to help! Contact us at
ausprep@htu.edu.
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AusPREP Online Registration
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Registration is still open!
AusPREP Online is series of self-paced lessons you can access anytime free of charge.
We will accept new student registrations anytime this summer. Click the "Register Now" ribbon to be taken to the registration request form,
also found here
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Each week, the lessons are presented as a 5-day module. We are launching one new module a week, but all lessons will be available for the entire summer once they are released. So, students are free to work on them anytime.
If you have registered, but haven't received your email confirmation, please hold tight for us!
We are working to process registration requests as quickly as possible.
You will receive an email asking you to complete your registration followed by the link to create an account for Canvas.
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Thank you for your continued support of AusPREP and patience this summer. We will be adding content and times to connect online throughout the summer. Please feel free to forward this email to anyone who might be interested in AusPREP.
We look forward to the time when we can host everyone on campus again in 2021. If you have any questions, please contact Karen Magid, AusPREP Director,
kmagid@htu.edu
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Austin Pre-Freshman Engineering Program (AusPREP) at Huston-Tillotson University is one of the Texas Pre-Freshman Engineering Programs (TexPREP) located on college campuses in Texas. PREP was founded to identify high achieving middle and high school students with the potential and interest in becoming scientists and engineers and to reinforce them in the pursuit of these fields.
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