1. What general concepts are the students learning?
2. What skills will students be able to demonstrate after
3. How will student skills and understanding of concepts be measured?
   1. Rubistar
4. What cross curriculum content standards are covered?
   1. Writing/Literature/Reading
      1. 7.6.1: Use grade appropriate conventions of grammar.
      2. 7.6.2: Use sentence correct structure.
      3. 7.6.3: Use grade-appropriate mechanics and usage.
      4. 7.1.1: Generate and evaluate questions relevant to research topic.
      5. 7.1.2: Use a variety of sources to access information.
      6. 7.1.3: Question the accuracy and relevance of information.
      7. 7.1.4: Organize research information.
      8. 7.1.5: Present research findings.
      9. 7.1.6: Arrange sources in bibliography.
      10. 7.1.7: Write a research report using a thesis statement.
      11. 7.1.8: Evaluate research process.
      12. 7.1.9: Evaluate research product using a rubric.
   2. Geography
      1. 7.1.4: Construct World maps, charts, graphs and diagrams to illustrate understanding of people, places and environments
      2. 7.1.7: Interpret and analyze primary and secondary sources to understand people, places and environments
      3. 7.1.8: Apply research skills to answer questions
      4. 7.5.1: Identify current countries and principal physical features of the world.
      5. 7.6.3: Compare how cultures throughout the world meet human needs and concerns.
   3. Technology
      1. 1. Demonstrate creative thinking, constructive knowledge, and develop innovative products and processes using technology.
      2. 2. Students use digital media to communicate and work collaboratively to support individual learning and contribute to the learning of others.
      3. 3. Apply digital tools to gather, evaluate, and use information.
      4. 4. Students use critical thinking skills to plan and conduct research, manage projects, solve problems, and to make informed decisions using appropriate digital tools and resources.
      5. 5. Students understand human, cultural, and societal issues related to technology and practice legal and ethical behavior.
      6. Students demonstrate a sound understanding of technology concepts, systems, and operations.
5. What Essential Questions are being asked?
6. What tools were used?
   1. Computer Software
      1. Microsoft Word
      2. XMind
      3. Animoto
      4. Edutech lesson plan template
      5. Skype
      6. Rubistar
   2. Computer Hardware
      1. Desktop computers
      2. Portable flash drive
      3. Digital camera
   3. Edutech Support
      1. Charity Nix
   4. CTP Support
      1. Rachael Southam