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Exploring the Renaissance and Reformation
Students examine the effects of the Renaissance and Reformation on Europe. In groups, they use the internet researching their section of the project and take notes of information. They create a visual aid and present their findings to...
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WCCS News 78 Investigative Report
Students role play the role of investigative reporters. In groups, they determine what type of bird is leaving its droppings on the overhead highway beams. They answer a given set of questions and present their conclusions to the class....
National First Ladies' Library
Lawnfield and Other Ohio Presidential Homes
High schoolers investigate the residences of presidents found in the state of Ohio. They conduct research in the internet and also looking for buildings dedicated to the memory of presidents. The information is used in order to create...
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Going Medieval
Students engage in a lesson that is concerned with the concept of medieval ages. They conduct research using a variety of resources and use the information to perform in some roleplay activities. Students also create research papers...
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Petroleum Chemistry
In this petroleum chemistry worksheet, students review hydrocarbons which includes petroleum. Students understand the properties of petroleum and where it is found. This worksheet has 12 words in a crossword puzzle, 6 fill in the blank,...
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Traveling on the Orphan Train
Young scholars explore the components and meaning of philanthropy. In this community awareness lesson plan, students are able to identify and research agencies and organizations that provide services to children in need, compare and...
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You Don’t Know What You’ve Got Until It’s Gone: The Changing American Landscape
Students examine the changing American landscape. In this cause and effect lesson, students listen to rock music that exemplifies urban growth in America and the interconnectedness of America today. Students write cause and effect essays...
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Ancient History
Learners explore early civilizations. In this ancient history lesson, students research Neanderthal and Egyptian civilizations for information regarding how the civilizations flourished. Learners also watch Discovery video segments to...
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Evolution
Students research the theory of evolution and the controversy. In this evolution lesson students view a film on Charles Darwin then they write an essay about whether or not intelligent design should be taught in science class.
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Engineering
Students examine how Shell uses engineering. In this engineering principles lesson students visit a web-pages, answer questions, and examine the ways that engineers go about exploring different ideas.
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Parts of Speech: Active Verbs
Students use White Fang to help them study active verbs. For this grammar lesson, students define active verbs and find examples in the the novel White Fang. Students then use ProQuest to research a place they'd like to visit. Students...
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Famous Americans
Students investigate famous Americans. In this American history and research lesson, students choose a famous American to research, collect information from a variety of sources, and create a related PowerPoint presentation.
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Information, Please!
Fourth graders research jobs by using different software programs. In this researching jobs lesson plan, 4th graders conduct a Webquest in order to see what they need to do to complete certain jobs.
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Getting Animated
Learners create a simple animation illustrating a chemical element in the periodic table. In this chemistry lesson plan, students create a new way to describe elements by using them in an artistic form.
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Analyzing the economic, political, social, and cultural transformation of the United States since World War II
Eleventh graders examine political issues in the United States between 1936 and 2000. For this American history lesson, 11th graders study the economy, education, government, civil rights, and sports of this time period. Students compare...
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Logo Design and Ad Campaign Relating to Forestry Management.
Students explore organizations that promote effective marketing strategies and create their own visual symbols that benefit effective forestry cultivation. In this creative lesson students study logos of organizations, create their own...
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Develop a Bird Feeder Watch List
Students explore biology by identifying animals on their school ground. In this bird species lesson, students create and utilize a simple bird feeder to attract birds near their classroom at which point they observe the color, size and...
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Reform At All Costs
Eleventh graders examine the term visionary. In this World History lesson, 11th graders research a specific individual who they feel is a visionary. Students develop a power point presentation.
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Cultural Impact on Development of African Kingdoms
Ninth graders consider the impact of development on African kingdoms. In this cultural diversity lesson plan, 9th graders conduct independent research to determine how development has changed Africa. Students write research papers based...
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Techno Celebrate
Students explore world traditions by utilizing computer programs. In this Internet research lesson, students utilize the TechnoCelebrate digital database to locate information regarding cultural celebrations. Students utilize Microsoft...
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Sharing Dragons
Young scholars investigate the contribution of Chinese people to celebrations in Australia and explore why they have played such a prominent role. They suggest how a group from their local area, if they had moved to live in another...
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The Ethics School: Session 5
Middle schoolers discuss the need for a Code of Conduct when they are using any type of technology in their workplace. In groups, they examine the various descriptions of areas to focus on to have a complete professional code of ethics....
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Changing New Brunswick Industries Through Changing Technologies
Explore and examine the changes in New Brunswick forestry, shipbuilding, and communication through technology. Your class will research the "Saint John: an Industrial City in Transition," virtual exhibit and then prepare a presentation...
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MAPPING THE BLACK ATLANTIC
Students examine the geographic characteristics of Western and Central Africa, the impact of geography on settlement patterns, cultural traits, and trade. They compare political, social, economic, and religious systems of...