Learning Areas Levels Objectives Software Description

1. Learning Areas Levels Objectives Software Description Science and mathematics 9- to 11-year-olds Learn about the history of flight, and some principles of aerodynamics. Formulate a question and list the steps needed to answer it. Collect and use data to display logical explanations. Find the averages (means) of sets of data, and explore median, mode, and range. Build a prototype of a plane using available tools and materials. Test and assess the effectiveness of the design. Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word); Microsoft Internet Explorer In this unit, students employ mathematics and science skills to investigate flight and how different elements affect the distance, speed, and path that an object may take. Lourdes Ambros, West Laboratory School, Coral Gables, FL Author Documents

2. Teacher Planning and Management Click the documents below to help you understand the context of this exemplary learning project: Background & Planning: A picture of the origin and objectives of the learning project, including the manner in which the project was planned and managed. Classroom Images: Images of the classroom to give you a better feeling for how the project was implemented. Documents

3. Work Samples, Teacher and Student Reflection Click the documents below to see work samples and reflections from the teachers and students: Student Work Samples: Example of student work generated through participation in this learning project. Teacher Reflection: Thoughts and reflective comments from the teacher involved, including advice for future implementations. Student Perspective: Comments on how the students perceived the learning that occurred Acknowledgements. Documents

4. Teaching Resources Click the documents below to view the teaching resources used in the teaching of this learning project: Classroom Procedures: An overview of required tasks Research Web sites: Resources to aid student research History of Aviation: A quiz for students Scientific Method: A guide for students in data collection and application using the scientific method Demonstrations Files: Links to animated .gif files which demonstrate pitch, yaw, and roll Aerospace Averages: Use of distance data to find averages History of Flight Presentation: An overview for students Class Server Resources: Download teaching resources in Microsoft Class Server format. Documents “History of Flight”

5. Assessment and Standards Click the documents below to see the assessment rubrics and standards covered in this learning project: Assessment Rubrics: Examples of assessment rubrics provided to students showing how the project was assessed. Mapping the Standards: Mapping this project’s learning objectives against curriculum standards. National Educational Technology Standards for Students (NETS): Performance indicators for technology-literate students. Documents

6. Classroom Teacher Guide Click the documents below to learn from this project and create your own classroom project: The Starting Point: Questions to keep in mind when reviewing this project. Using the Tour Model: Questions to consider before you begin to create a technology-integrated project based on this Virtual Classroom Tour. Authentic Assessment: Understanding that assessment needs to move into the realm of authenticity helps to make learning more meaningful for students. Implementing a Project: Some questions to consider at the implementation stage of a learning project. Record Your Thoughts: A document in which you can record your comments and reflections as you create your own learning project. Documents

7. Pre-service Teacher Guide Click the documents below to learn from this project and create your own classroom project: The Starting Point: Questions to keep in mind when reviewing this project. Using the Tour Model: Questions to consider before you begin to create a technology-integrated project based on this Virtual Classroom Tour. Authentic Assessment: Understanding that assessment needs to move into the realm of authenticity helps to make learning more meaningful for students. Implementing a Project: Some questions to consider at the implementation stage of a learning project. Record Your Thoughts: A document in which you can record your comments and reflections as you create your own learning project. Documents

8. Staff Developer Guide Click the documents below to learn from this project and create your own classroom project: The Starting Point: Questions to keep in mind when reviewing this project with your faculty. Using the Tour Model: Questions to pose as you assist others in creating a technology-integrated project based on this Virtual Classroom Tour. Authentic Assessment: Keys to promoting the understanding that assessment needs to move into the realm of authenticity in order to make learning more meaningful for students. Implementing a Project: Some questions to pose at the implementation stage of a learning project. Documents

9. Microsoft Office Training Resources Click the links below to access training resources on Microsoft Office and other software: Microsoft Educator Network – The Microsoft Educator Network provides you with the latest classroom resources, professional development tools, and communities of practice and expertise. http://www.microsoft.com/education/?ID=EducatorNetwork Tutorials - Learn to create rich learning experiences using Microsoft products and technologies.http://www.microsoft.com/education/?ID=Tutorials Productivity in the Classroom – Lesson Plans with great ideas for integrating technology into teaching and learning http://www.microsoft.com/education/?ID=LessonPlans Office Tips for Teachers –Ready-to-use ideas that integrate Office applications into subject areas such as math, science, and language arts. http://www.microsoft.com/education/default.asp?ID=ClassTipsArchive