Technology Lesson Plan
Below is one example of how I use technology in my classroom and planning. This lesson will demonstrate my understanding of educational technology standard 24: Describes curriculum activities or performances that meet national, state and local technology standards.
Lesson: Representing multiple measurements on a line plot
Unit: Measurement & Data
Grade Level: 2nd
Lesson: Students will represent measurement data on a line plot.
Grade Level: 2nd
Lesson: Students will represent measurement data on a line plot.
Goals and Objectives: Students will...
Goals: Students will be able to accurately measure objects or lines and represent that measurement on a line plot.
Standards:
State Standards Addressed:
2.MD.9 Generate measurement data by measuring lengths of several objects to the nearest whole unit, or by making repeated measurements of the same object. Show the measurements by making a line plot, where the horizontal scale is marked off in whole-number units
Kentucky Common Core Standards:
http://education.ky.gov/curriculum/docs/Pages/Kentucky-Core-Academic-Standards---NEW.aspx
ISTE NETS Standards addressed:
1. Creativity and Innovation
Students demonstrate creative thinking, construct knowledge, and develop innovative products and processes using technology. Students:
a. apply existing knowledge to generate new ideas, products, or processes.
c. use models and simulations to explore complex systems and issues
6. Technology Operations and Concepts
Students demonstrate a sound understanding of technology concepts, systems, and operations. Students:
a. understand and use technology systems.
ISTE NETS Standards:
http://www.iste.org/standards
IUS technology standard 6: Applies technology resources reflecting district and state standards.
Standards:
State Standards Addressed:
2.MD.9 Generate measurement data by measuring lengths of several objects to the nearest whole unit, or by making repeated measurements of the same object. Show the measurements by making a line plot, where the horizontal scale is marked off in whole-number units
Kentucky Common Core Standards:
http://education.ky.gov/curriculum/docs/Pages/Kentucky-Core-Academic-Standards---NEW.aspx
ISTE NETS Standards addressed:
1. Creativity and Innovation
Students demonstrate creative thinking, construct knowledge, and develop innovative products and processes using technology. Students:
a. apply existing knowledge to generate new ideas, products, or processes.
c. use models and simulations to explore complex systems and issues
6. Technology Operations and Concepts
Students demonstrate a sound understanding of technology concepts, systems, and operations. Students:
a. understand and use technology systems.
ISTE NETS Standards:
http://www.iste.org/standards
IUS technology standard 6: Applies technology resources reflecting district and state standards.
Materials and Technology Used:
The following media-based tools were used:
· SmartBoard Software
· Microsoft Word Software- for creating practice problems
· Projector
· SmartBoard and AirLiner
· Paper and Pencil
· Word Document – used for practice problems page for students
(Standard 23: Selects and applies appropriate technology resources to promote safe and healthy use of
technology.)
· SmartBoard Software
· Microsoft Word Software- for creating practice problems
· Projector
· SmartBoard and AirLiner
· Paper and Pencil
· Word Document – used for practice problems page for students
(Standard 23: Selects and applies appropriate technology resources to promote safe and healthy use of
technology.)
Web Resources
This is a list of the web resources that I used for planning and instruction of this unit.
http://www.learningtoday.com/player/swf/Data_Analysis_LinePlots_L3_V1_T1a.swf
This link will take you to a website that practices making lineplots.
http://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/Departments/Gheens/CurrMaps.html
The above link will take you to JCPS curriculum maps- this unit of study is during weeks 25-30 for 2nd grade Core Content Math. Click on Instruction and then find the links by the I Can statement about line plots.
(Standard 12: Creates methods and strategies for teaching concepts and skills that support use of distance learning systems appropriate in a school environment.)
(Standard 23: Selects and applies appropriate technology resources to promote safe and healthy use of technology.)
(Standard 12: Creates methods and strategies for teaching concepts and skills that support use of distance learning systems appropriate in a school environment.)
(Standard 23: Selects and applies appropriate technology resources to promote safe and healthy use of technology.)
Measurement Unit SmartBoard Lessons
The button below takes you to the provided JCPS lessons for measurement. The table of contents links to the lessons that I taught throughout the entire Measurement unit. The link to the Line Plots lesson is at the end of the unit. Throughout the Measurement lessons, the lessons have the ability to allow the kids to use clickers as they answer the questions. However, our schools just acquired the clicker system, but no one has learned how to use them yet. I plan on using them next year, and training other teachers to use them.
Lesson
Step 1: Opening - Pre Assessment
Students were given a pre-assessment provided by JCPS, but it contained very little on line-plots. It did contain assessment on how to measure in inches and centimeters, and estimating in standard units. However, one of the listed standards was to measure many different items, and then create a line plot with the data. JCPS provided the two activities linked below. I presented the students with these papers, and they were unable to create the line plot. They were able to measure, but they did not have previous knowledge of what a line plot was.
Step 2: Lesson Introduction
I began the lesson by reviewing our monthly weather graph. We discussed how the graph shows us lots of information, including how many days in the month, how many days had precipitation, sun, or clouds. We also shared how we figured out that information by looking at the graph and counting or adding numbers.
Step 3: Lesson- Teacher Led
Next, I used the smartboard lesson below to guide students through collecting data and recording the data on a line plot. The first example they do is they count how many pockets they have and record it correctly on the line plot. I put my record on first to show the example. Once all the students have went up and recorded their data, we answer the following questions on the smartboard.
The next example is to measure head circumferences and record that data on the next slide. Again, it is followed up with questions, but this time the students answered the questions on paper. I walked around the room as they answered, and after allowing time for writing, I let some students use the airliner to answer the questions on the SmartBoard.
(Standard 2: Creates developmentally appropriate curriculum units that use technology)
(Standard 5: Creates strategies reflecting current research on teaching and learning with technology when planning learning environments and experiences.)
(Standard 7: Applies technology resources within the context of learning activities.)
* We have had some practice with the Airliner, but it is difficult to write on when they are still learning to write on paper, so there are not too many students that get to answer using the airliner. Some are encouraged to go up and write on the board rather than using the airliner.
(Standard 3: Applies methods and strategies for teaching computer/technology concepts and skills within the context of classroom learning.)
The next example is to measure head circumferences and record that data on the next slide. Again, it is followed up with questions, but this time the students answered the questions on paper. I walked around the room as they answered, and after allowing time for writing, I let some students use the airliner to answer the questions on the SmartBoard.
(Standard 2: Creates developmentally appropriate curriculum units that use technology)
(Standard 5: Creates strategies reflecting current research on teaching and learning with technology when planning learning environments and experiences.)
(Standard 7: Applies technology resources within the context of learning activities.)
* We have had some practice with the Airliner, but it is difficult to write on when they are still learning to write on paper, so there are not too many students that get to answer using the airliner. Some are encouraged to go up and write on the board rather than using the airliner.
(Standard 3: Applies methods and strategies for teaching computer/technology concepts and skills within the context of classroom learning.)
Step 4: Check for Understanding- Exit Slip
There are two more chances for students to practice measuring and recording the data. The next one measures arm spans, and the last one measures standing long jump. My class took quite some time to complete the first two, pockets and head circumference, so I used the arm span data as an exit slip. They were given a blank number line to record the data on. This sheet is very similar to the one that they saw for the pre-assessment.
(Standard 14: Integrates advanced features of word processing, desktop publishing, graphics programs, and utilities.)
(Standard 14: Integrates advanced features of word processing, desktop publishing, graphics programs, and utilities.)
Step 5: Follow Up- Review and Practice
I asked the computer teacher to follow up with the line plot lesson by having the students go to the website to practice and review during their computer lab time.
I also added an additional slide to our morning meeting SmartBoard review. We were keeping data on the weather for the month, so I added a slide that included a line plot of daily temperature data. This allows for daily review until I felt like the students had a good handle on the data.
(Standard 5: Creates strategies reflecting current research on teaching and learning with technology when planning learning environments and experiences.)
I also added an additional slide to our morning meeting SmartBoard review. We were keeping data on the weather for the month, so I added a slide that included a line plot of daily temperature data. This allows for daily review until I felt like the students had a good handle on the data.
(Standard 5: Creates strategies reflecting current research on teaching and learning with technology when planning learning environments and experiences.)
Step: Closing - Post Assessment
For the Assessment, we re-took the same assessment that we did earlier, but this time the measurements were in centimeters rather than inches.
Adaptations - Meeting the Needs of All Students
If students are unable to see the lessons on the SmartBoard, they are allowed to move to a better area. I have partnered students when they are struggling to grasp the concepts. I also have English as a Second Language students in my classroom, so there is a great deal of modeling done with each activity. When the lessons are done as interactively as this one was, these students are better able to understand and relate to the material.
(Standard 4: Creates strategies to support the diverse needs of learners including adaptive and assistive technologies and disseminates information to teachers.)
(Standard 22: Selects appropriate adaptive/assistive hardware and software for students and teachers with special needs and assist in procurement and implementation.)
(Standard 4: Creates strategies to support the diverse needs of learners including adaptive and assistive technologies and disseminates information to teachers.)
(Standard 22: Selects appropriate adaptive/assistive hardware and software for students and teachers with special needs and assist in procurement and implementation.)
Technology Productivity Tools
Communication
* www.planbook.com - view the teacher's plan using email [email protected], and enter the code 0513 to access the plans and attachments. (View Only)
(Standard 12: Creates methods and strategies for teaching concepts and skills that support use of distance learning systems appropriate in school environment.)
(Standard 18: Design, maintain, and facilitate the development of Web pages and sites that support communication between teachers, school, and community.)
* I send a weekly newsletter home to parents and give a new educational website for students to try at home.
Planning and Presenting Information
Planning and Presenting Information
* I try to use technology every day in my classroom so that students are exposed to technology. I go online and look for materials and sites to use to make lessons more interesting and engaging.
* I try to use youtube or teachertube videos to encourage attending skills.
* I also use www.brainpopjr.com, www.storylineonline.com, www.tumblebooks.com, xtramath.com, and www.tenmarks.com to enhance and supplement lessons, or to intervene and enrich students.
(Standard 11: Creates methods and strategies for teaching concepts and skills that support use of media-based tools such as television, audio, print media, and graphics.)
* I have created short slide rocket presentation on figuring out the main idea. http://mariabegin.weebly.com/r531.html
Grades
* The pre-assessment is only for me to assess what I need to teach. It is not for a grade.
* The exit-slip and participation are used for participation points, but not for the purpose of grades. I only look at these to see how they are coming along toward proficiency.
* The post-assessment is for grading purposes.
* www.planbook.com - view the teacher's plan using email [email protected], and enter the code 0513 to access the plans and attachments. (View Only)
(Standard 12: Creates methods and strategies for teaching concepts and skills that support use of distance learning systems appropriate in school environment.)
(Standard 18: Design, maintain, and facilitate the development of Web pages and sites that support communication between teachers, school, and community.)
* I send a weekly newsletter home to parents and give a new educational website for students to try at home.
Planning and Presenting Information
Planning and Presenting Information
* I try to use technology every day in my classroom so that students are exposed to technology. I go online and look for materials and sites to use to make lessons more interesting and engaging.
* I try to use youtube or teachertube videos to encourage attending skills.
* I also use www.brainpopjr.com, www.storylineonline.com, www.tumblebooks.com, xtramath.com, and www.tenmarks.com to enhance and supplement lessons, or to intervene and enrich students.
(Standard 11: Creates methods and strategies for teaching concepts and skills that support use of media-based tools such as television, audio, print media, and graphics.)
* I have created short slide rocket presentation on figuring out the main idea. http://mariabegin.weebly.com/r531.html
Grades
* The pre-assessment is only for me to assess what I need to teach. It is not for a grade.
* The exit-slip and participation are used for participation points, but not for the purpose of grades. I only look at these to see how they are coming along toward proficiency.
* The post-assessment is for grading purposes.
Highlights from my unit
Technology Rules and Policies
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Electronic Resource User Agreement
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Electronic Resource User Agreement
Staff Policies
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