1. Welcome to Mobile Apps Programming with Android, JAVA & XML

2. Topics for the Semester History of Android Eclipse IDE Markup Language Java programming Language Android Emulator Installing Eclipse, Android Emulator and Java SDK on your computer Creating Apps Problem Solving

3. GRADING  Homework 25%  Programming 50%  Quizzes/Tests 25%

4. Rules and Procedures  Make sure you are aware of all the drills. (fire, weather, intruder alerts)  Do not leave class unless you get permission and have a pass.  Do your own work. Help but don’t do it for them.  Keep your work area clean and put trash in can.  Shut down computers and turn off monitors when leaving

5. Materials needed for class  Pencils and Pens  Calculator  3 Ring Binder  USB (flash) drive  E-mail account

6. Strategies for Success  Read ahead and read for understanding  Practice with your code by making small changes and seeing what happens  Ask questions  Keep all your handouts in order and neat.  Do all your work and homework in the time allotted.  Look online for extra help (YouTube has a lot of Android Tutorials)

7. Wiki for Android  http://androidmobileapps.wikispaces.com/  Here you will find  Handouts  Homework Calendar  Contact information  Video Tutorials  Links to WebPages for extra resources

8. So lets get started!