To execute my GAME plan effectively, I will need the follow resources, at least four laptop computers with internet access and microphone, projector and screen, digital camera, CD /cassette player. In addition, I will need the support of the IT technician to ensure that the IT resources are in place or time can be made available for my students to use the computer lab for some of our classes.
I will also need to compile a list of websites that contains the information that I need as well as a number of software that contains the processing tools that I will guide the students to use.
So far I have selected the content area that I will use for this activity. Nature Disasters is a very important topic in the Geography curriculum and with the frequency of major global disasters, authentic data is readily available. I have commence discussions with the IT department for the use of the IT labs for some of the classes in this unit. I have also started to use my laptop and other technological devices to model creative and innovative approach as I teach my classes. The students are liking my new approach.
Hi Phil,
ReplyDeleteThe disaster in Japan might make for an authentic connection to your geography curriculum--and students should be completely engaged. The web may provide additional simulation websites that can help students develop an understanding of these concepts. A spreadsheet may make a good tool if students are going to work with frequency data.
Thank you for posting.