Full+Lesson+Plan

I took what Connie added (I used my own "Audience" ) and put it all into one document for now. -- Wendy

Lesson Plan Throughout their fourth grade year, students study Florida’s geography and history; however they rarely get a chance to consider vacation destinations. Because times are tight and traveling out of the state is not a reality for many families, I wanted to give my students a chance to plan a “staycation” in Florida, in essence a day trip or overnighter close to home. Students also get bored over the summer and most of my students have internet access. By integrating the technology of Google Earth, I was able to springboard off the students’ natural curiosity and engage them in the planning of a family vacation close to home. They also were able to create a slide show to share with friends and family using photos provided by Google Earth and other online links provided by Google Earth.
 * Motivation (anticipatory set): **

There are seventeen students in my third grade classroom aged eight to ten. I have ten boys and seven girls. Ten of my students are white, five are black, and two are Hispanic students. Five of my students are Exceptional Education students; two are in the Gifted program, two have speech and language disabilities, and one has a specific learning disablility. My students know how to use the internet, but most are not proficient. They have studied the different regions of the United States and are aware that Florida is located in the southeast region of the United States
 * Audience: **

Standard(s): · SS.A.6.2 · SS.B.1.2 · SS.B.2.2 · SS.D.2.2 ** NETS Profiles for Technology Literate Students ** · 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. · 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.
 * Objectives: **
 * Students will be able to use the internet as a research tool
 * Students will be able to navigate a website
 * Students will be able to use map skills
 * Students will understand the importance of the role of economics in their lives
 * Students will understand the history of St. Augustine
 * Students will understand how human activity affects the physical environment
 * Students will know ways in which people view and relate to places and regions differently
 * Sunshine State Standards **
 * Standards for the 21st Century Learner **

1.1.1 Follow an inquiry-based process in seeking knowledge in curricular subject, and make the real-world connection for using this process in own life.

1.1.5 Evaluate information found in selected sources on the basis of accuracy, validity appropriateness for needs, importance, and social and cultural context.

2.2.4 Demonstrate personal productivity by completing products to express learning.

3.2.3 Demonstrate teamwork by working productively with others.

4.1.8 Use creative and artistic formats to express personal learning. · LCD Projector · Teacher Computer for initial classroom lesson · Computer lab – one computer for each student · Access to the internet · Google Earth, get free program at earth.google.com SMART BOARD?????
 * Materials: **

· Ensures Google Earth is installed on all computers in lab prior to first visit by class · Provides print resources for students to browse prior to coming to lab · Ensures lab space is available for 4 blocks of time for 45 minutes · Circulates during initial lab time to assist with questions
 * Librarian Activities: **

· Ensure students have access to print materials ad social studies text book prior to lesson · Students should have basic geographical knowledge of Florida, including bodies of water and landforms · Introduce and demonstrate a virtual world tour using Google Earth and LCD projector · Introduce and explain worksheet and expectations of assignment
 * Teacher/Instructor Activities: **

· Students will independently complete worksheet using their desktop computer in lab · Upon completion of worksheet, students will reassemble in a whole group setting to review and discuss their findings · Brainstorm with students as to how they want to create a Travel Guide using Technology
 * Student Activities: **

From Denise:
 * Evaluation: **
 * ** Skill/Task ** || ** Points possible **  ||
 * Participated in brainstorming with team prior to assignment to determine destination to research  ||  10   ||
 * Able to log into Google Earth  ||  10   ||
 * Able to navigate successfully to location  ||  20   ||
 * Completed worksheet  ||  20   ||
 * Located at least 3 photos from Google Earth  ||  10   ||
 * Located at least 3 photos from another source  ||  10   ||
 * Brainstormed at least 3 ideas of how to show travel guide using technology with team  ||  10   ||
 * Project Completed on time  ||  10   ||
 * TOTAL  ||  100 points   ||

I like this. Thanks, Wendy. I think we can all make changes to reflect our audience and what is specific to our class. However, I don't understand how economics fits in. Can you help me?