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