Exemplary Curriculum Supported by Web 2.0 Tools

 

 

Science in Action

 

 

- Collaborative Inquiry Based Learning using Web 2.0 Tools

- Robotics...

 

 

 

 

1. Example: http://ca7robotics.wikispaces.com/

 

2. Wiki Development for Collaborative Mulitmedia Lab Reporting

This project necessitates collaboration, solving problems, and creating solutions. It also requires understanding and applying science, technology, engineering, and math concepts through Web 2.0 tools.

 

3. Scientific Inquiry Supported by Web 2.0 Tools such as wikis, student video creation and interviews, screenshots of programming code, etc.

 

4. Tools: Mindstorms NXT Lego Kits (1 per student group), digital cameras that can record video and sound, at least 1 computer per group for wiki documentation and multimedia creation.

 

5. Explanation of Project

 

6. Examples:

6.  http://ca7robotics.wikispaces.com/Team+1B#tocTeam%201B8

 

 

- Summative and Formative Evaluation

- Screencast Assessment- Compounds Explained

 

 

1. Use of Web 2.0 tools for summative and formative evaluation puts at our fingertips the ability to REALLY access what a child understands through alternative assessment.

 

2. Pedogogically, Web 2.0 provides us the tools to evaulate learning in ways as never before.  These assessment can reflect differentiate learning styles.

 

3. Example: Compounds Explained

 

 

Another Example- Balancing of Equations

 

4. Assessment Description

 

Screencasting-  a digital recording of the computer screen, also known as a video screen capture, often containing audio narration.

 

a.  Rubric- bonding-screencasts-project.pdf

 

b.  Tools Needed-

 

To create a screencast on your mac or PC you have multiple options for software. You can use online resources or stand alone software on your PC.

 

Mac Options for Stand Alone Software: IShowU (very inexpensive) or Snapz Pro X for use along with the free iMovie or a higher end video editor like Final Cut Pro

 

PC Options for Stand Alone Software: the killer application of the screencast world- Camtasia, Camstudio (Open source and Free), or Windows Media Encoder (Free with Win OSs) for use for Windows Movie Maker or a higher end video editor like Adobe Premiere Elements).

 

Mac and PC options that are Internet based: Screencast-o-Matic.  A new free application at the moment form the makers of Camtasia, and it is cross platform: Jing!

 

- Other Examples

 

Science 7:  Public Service Announcements About Recycling: https://web1.caryacademy.org/facultywebs/joselyn_todd/science7/unit105/psavideo.htm

AMTP 2006 Documentary: mms://broadcast1.caryacademy.org/faculty/joselyn_todd/cardio/Cardiology_Final3.wmv

AMTP 2006-2007 Podcasts from the Heart:  https://web1.caryacademy.org/facultywebs/joselyn_todd/AMTP/pfh/podcasts_from_the_heart.htm

Science 7- Plug-In In Podcast Project: https://web1.caryacademy.org/facultywebs/joselyn_todd/podcasts/default.htm

Periodic Table of Podcasts (In Construction): https://web1.caryacademy.org/facultywebs/joselyn_todd/science7_podcasts/ptp/periodic_table_of_podcasts.htm

A Science 7 Wikispace:  http://science7chemreview1.wikispaces.com/

A Science 7 Wikispace:  http://science7acidbase.wikispaces.com/

A Science 7 Wikispace:  http://chemreactions.wikispaces.com/

A Science 7 Wikispace: http://ca7rocketry.wikispaces.com/

 

This year's class wiki being used as a CMS: http://ca7science.wikispaces.com/

 

 

- 21st Century Skills are Embedded in these Projects/Evaluations

 

 

a. Partnership for 21st Century Skills

 

(2007). Route 21. Retrieved January 14, 2008, from Partnership for 21st Century Skills Web site: http://www.21stcenturyskills.org/route21/

 

b. The New Blooms Taxonomy

 

Schultz, Lynn (2006). Bloom's Taxonomy. Retrieved January 14, 2008, from Lynn Schultz Homepage Web site: http://www.odu.edu/educ/llschult/blooms_taxonomy.htm

 

c. NETS For Students:

 

Technology Foundation Standards for Students

 

Basic operations and concepts

• Students demonstrate a sound understanding of the nature and operation of technology systems.
• Students are proficient in the use of technology.

Social, ethical, and human issues

• Students understand the ethical, cultural, and societal issues related to technology.
• Students practice responsible use of technology systems, information, and software.
• Students develop positive attitudes toward technology uses that support lifelong learning, collaboration, personal pursuits, and productivity.

Technology productivity tools

• Students use technology tools to enhance learning, increase productivity, and promote creativity.
• Students use productivity tools to collaborate in constructing technology-enhanced models, prepare publications, and produce other creative works.

Technology communications tools

• Students use telecommunications to collaborate, publish, and interact with peers, experts, and other audiences.
• Students use a variety of media and formats to communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences.

Technology research tools

• Students use technology to locate, evaluate, and collect information from a variety of sources.
• Students use technology tools to process data and report results.
• Students evaluate and select new information resources and technological innovations based on the appropriateness for specific tasks.

Technology problem-solving and decision-making tools

• Students use technology resources for solving problems and making informed decisions.
• Students employ technology in the development of strategies for solving problems in the real world.

 

 

 

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