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Do Spiders Live on the World Wide Web?
Explore the parts of a computer and discover that words have multiple meanings. Your class will verbally identify the parts of a computer including the mouse, screen, window, net, and keyboard. They will also complete a KWL chart,...
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Error Checking Loops
Students examine error checking loops. Students explore the use of loops to prevent erroneous data from being entered into a computer. They demonstrate when and where to use an error correcting loop. Students present the proper structure...
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Circles 1, 2, 3, 4
Here is a way to help your charges identify circles and spheres. In this shapes geometry and technology lesson, students identify and draw circles and explain the related attributes. They recognize circles and spheres while exploring...
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Learning Computer Skills
Students discuss their computer skills. They compare where they learned them, if boys learn them more easily, if they plan to become computer professionals, and differences in how boys and girls go about solving computer questions.
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Virtual Field Trip: Lesson Ten - Publishing
Class members publish a letter describing their Virtual Field Trip incorporating data from previously developed charts, graphs, and data tables. The final lesson in a series devoted to collecting information and publishing data.
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State Database Lesson
Fifth graders create a database about the geography of the United States. The access to a computer is essential for this lesson. The outcome is that technology is used as a tool to measure student understanding of geographical locations....
University of Minnesota
Mirroring Emotions
Do you ever give your class the "teacher look"? Without saying a word, they become silent and engaged (hopefully). How do they know what you're thinking? Explore the concept of nonverbal communication and how it relates to our...
Science 4 Inquiry
Frenemies, Bros and Killers: A Lesson in Symbiosis
Animals and plants develop relationships and rely on each other to survive. Pupils learn more about symbiosis through a video, a hands-on matching activity, and a game. They differentiate and describe each type on a written evaluation.
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Hydrophobic Surfaces—Deposition and Analysis
Couches, carpets, and even computer keyboards now advertise they are spill-resistant, but what does that mean? Scholars use physical and chemical methods to coat surfaces with thin films to test their hydrophobic properties. Then they...
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Art as a profession
Students research a possible career in computer animation. In this computer animation lesson plan, students research the amount of money you could make in computer animation and the kinds of jobs you could acquire.
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Create a PDF
Students create a PDF file. In this technology instructional activity, students create a Microsoft Office document and complete steps to make a PDF file.
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Animation: ALICE Software
Students familiarize themselves with the ALICE software program. In this computer animation lesson, students are guided through a tutorial on how to use the ALICE software for animation.
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Intro to PowerPoint-with KidPix Pictures
Students construct a four sentence creative story by using KidPix software. In this computer technology lesson, students use KidPix software to develop slides about themselves, their family, and their house. Students illustrate each...
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Using Email
Students identify the proper way to send and reply to an email. In this technology lesson, students use a computer with Internet access to compose an email. Students practice sending an email with an attachment.
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Tech Smart
Sixth graders practice computer skills. In this technology lesson, 6th graders use programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Print Shop, and PowerPoint. They use the Internet for research and data collection to be incorporated in their...
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Getting Started With Java-Background
Learners study the history of computers including hardware and software, binary representation of data and examine the beginnings of programming languages. They investigate the development of software and the fundamentals of...
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Making a Spreadsheet
Students explore spreadsheet software. In this personal finance and computer technology lesson plan, students develop a vacation spreadsheet on the computer. Students represent hotel, food, transportation, and entertainment...
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Technology Lesson Plan
Students measure various objects using non-standard units. The goal is for them to practice measuring in order to apply the physical act to various objects found in the classroom. The lesson is ideal for the kinesthetic learners and...
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Mathematics and Computers
Seventh graders discuss computers and their makers. In this lesson, 7th graders choose a mathematician of their choice and discuss how they impacted our world. They research a favorite mathematician based on tiers.
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IT - Lesson Plan
Tenth graders should appreciate the importance of Information Technology in our daily life.
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Novel Creation
Young scholars create an alternate ending with digital animations to illustrate their text. In this novel creation lesson, students read a novel and analyze the plot in small groups. Young scholars collaborate on an...
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Front Page News
Students collect and analyze the front pages of various newspapers and perform research on the Titantic tragedy. They choose a name for their newspaper, a headline, gather photographs, and write a front page article. Using computer...
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Modeling Atoms
High schoolers create an atomic model using a computer program. In this technology lesson, students identify the difference between radius and diameter. They create circular patterns and spheres based on certain specifications.
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Record or Perform Your Own Pod Cast
Young scholars present a pod cast. In this information technology instructional activity, students determine the vital components to an informative and entertaining pod cast. Young scholars discuss the purpose of a pod cast. Students...