Objectives:
* Eight Grade Mathematics State Curriculum Standards:
o Standard 6.0 - Number Relationship and Computation- Students will describe, represent, or apply numbers or their relationships or will estimate or compute using mental strategies, paper/pencil or technology.
o Standard 7.0 Processes of Mathematics- Students demonstrate the processes of mathematics by making connections and applying reasoning to solve problems and to communicate their findings.
* Maryland Technology Literacy Standards for Students:
o Standard 3.0 – Technology for Learning and Collaboration: Use a variety of technologies for learning and collaboration
o Standard 4.0 – Technology for Communication and Expression: Use technology to communicate information and express ideas using various media formats
o Standard 5.0 – Technology for Information Use and Management: Use technology to locate, evaluate, gather, and organize information and data.
o Standard 6.0 – Technology for Problem-Solving and Decision-Making: Demonstrate ability to use technology and develop strategies to solve problems and make informed decisions
Project and Classroom Outcomes:
* Students will be able to create and solve mathematical word problems using number relationships and computation
* Students will be able to research using internet search engines to apply to solving the word problems
* Students will be able to use Web 2.0 technology tools to connect and communicate with other students globally
Materials and Technology Resources:
* Student Handbook:
o Print the signature page that states students and parent understands the technology uses in the classr...
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Reflections are always a fundamental portion of evaluations. Reviewing the activities, methods of presenting the material, and obtaining results can evolve. As I exam each section of the lesson plan, I will determine and discuss with other teachers on how to improve the project.
o The following chart:
+ The analysis would be used to improve the lesson plan and make it more efficient in the future:
Category What went well? How can this be improved?
Registering for the Website
Navigating the Website
Obtaining signed forms
Time spent working on the activities
Time spent researching
Time spent creating word problems
Time spent grading assignments
Rigor of the assignment
Using Microsoft Word
Posting work to the website
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