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Using the Internet for Grammar Exercises
Pupils identify correct forms of verbs and use the internet to complete grammar exercises.
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Clouds: an Internet Based Lesson Plan
Students watch a teacher demonstration of cloud formation. They research cloud formation on the Internet to write reports that summarize the process of cloud formation.
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Internet Activities: To Betsy's House to Make a Flag
Students investigate the history of the American flag. In this U.S. history lesson, students read "To Betsy's House to a Make a Flag" and complete an Internet activity regarding the life of Betsy Ross.
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Four Seasons - Internet Research
Students review the four seasons and discuss what type of clothing they should wear in each season. They use the Internet to explore the weather during the different seasons.
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From Lake to Tap
Students use the Internet to study how water is treated to make it safe to drink. They use a tutorial on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's website to gain this information. They complete a worksheet for the assessment portion...
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Microsoft Word~About the Author
Fourth graders investigate how to create a document named "About The Author". The teacher uses a LCD projector to guide the instruction and provide examples for the class. They also include graphics in the document and practice accessing...
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Space Presents Problems
Middle schoolers use the internet to research problems related to space. They complete a questionaire to direct their research before beginning. They create a database of moon and planet characteristics.
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Christmas Shopping on the Internet
Students utilize the Internet as a research tool as they "shop" on the Internet for a list of Christmas gifts. In groups, they compare prices, shop for the best price and make sure to spend no more than $300.
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Using Computers to Find Information
Students demonstrate how to copy and paste an internet document into a word processing file and save it on a computer hard drive, and define key vocabulary words. They complete a copy and paste activity, and participate in a computer...
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Internet Versus Daily Newspapers
Seventh graders address a series of questions based on Bloom's Taxonomy. Students find a position to be formulated and defended, specifically the Internet newspaper or the traditional daily newspaper. Students create a five card...
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Curious? "Hack Away" Computer Activity
In this computer worksheet, learners complete 3 multiple choice questions about computer hacking. Page contains multiple links to additional activities.
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Encoding and Sending Formatted Text
Introduce your class to encoding text. Pairs work together to create a protocol to send text prior to learning ASCII encoding. Groups then collaborate to send and translate ASCII codes creating a formatted text message.
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Tech in the Cycle
It might not be easy, but it is worth recycling electronics. Small groups determine the percentage of the materials that make up an iPad 2 and display the information in a circle graph. They then research the recycling process for...
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Sending Numbers
Binary graphing ... bit by bit. Pairs work together to develop a protocol in order to send the points of a graph. One partner sends the points and the other receives them and tries to recreate the graph. The pupils use the rubric to...
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Search Engines
Introduce search engines with an activity that models how search engines work and the different algorithms they employ. Working in groups, class members then build search queries to demonstrate the knowledge learned.
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It's About Time!
Students examine the potentials, both positive and negative, of adapting an international 'Internet time' system. They create and solve word problems that require them to translate between the current time system and Internet time.
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Where I Live…
Second graders explore their community. In this social studies lesson plan, 2nd graders use Internet tools to locate their community on a map and then locate where they live.
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TOXIC TECHNOLOGY
Students examine what they already know about computer recycling and cconsider how computer recycling is contributing to a global toxic waste problem by reading and discussing the article, ""Poor Nations are Littered With Old PC's,...
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IKnow IMac
Students familiarize themselves with specifications used to describe models of computers by researching and developing a consumer guide.
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Virtual Realities of War
Students outline the major events, mat??riel, and setting of a war or conflict. They develop a computer game narrative that draws on these historically accurate details.
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Concrete Research
Students explore concrete. In this physical science and computer research lesson, students work in groups to answer specific questions about concrete. Each group of students completes a different worksheet with a specific subtopic....
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Storming the Web
Students explore the importance of weather prediction and the Internet's role in changing the way weather is reported. By participating in an Internet scavenger hunt, students appreciate the role weather prediction through the Internet...
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Playing with History
Young scholars consider the elements that make computer games compelling, then use these elements to develop game 'narratives' based on historic events.
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Dot-Gone
Students read "Failed Web Sites Live On, Gone but Not Forgotten." students examine why some Internet businesses have failed and develop business models for successful new Internet companies.