Teacher Toolbox

Introduction

I believe it was Alan November that said that there are only two constants in the black hole known as educational technology.

Students will do better work if they are working on real-life issues and problems.

Students that are required to "Take a stand" and "Tell the World" will do better work.

I am sure that these are not his exact words, but after 14 years of using technology in education, I strongly agree with the concept.

The activities in this project attempt to address both of the educational technology constants.

I hope you find the activities useful with students, and I am looking forward to receiving feedback.

The Earth's Treasures

Classtime: 1 hour period
Grade Level: 5 - 9
Objective: Introduce students to internet technology and establish a personal connection between a student and his/her environment.
Browser Requirements: Netscape 3.0 or IE 3.0 Plugins: Real Audio, Quicktime

You Make A Difference

Classtime: 4-5 hour periods
Grade Level: 5-9 (However the lower grades may need help reading some of the material)
Objective: Interactive activity that focuses the student on one specific environmental issue, and establish a personal connection between a student and his/her environment.
Browser Requirements: Netscape 3.0 or IE 3.0 Plugins: Real Audio, Quicktime and Shockwave

Ecology Hotlist

Classtime: N/A
Grade Level: 3-12
Objective: No learning objectives. May help students and teachers find additional information.
Browser Requirements: Netscape 3.0 or IE 3.0

Videoconference

Classtime: 90 minutes
Grade Level: 5-9
Contact: Keith Nuthall or Carla Fantozzi
Objective: Students interact with several video clips. Make a personal commitment.
Technology Requirements: ISDN video conferencing equipment

Conflict Yellowstone Wolves

Classtime: 7-10 hour periods
Grade Level: 6-9 (Lower grades may need help reading some of the materials)
Objective: Students solve a complex problem, take a stand and tell the world.
Browser Requirements: Netscape 3.0 or IE 3.0

Browser Upgrades (Here are the links to get you there)

Netscape 4.0
Internet Explorer 4.0
Real Audio Plugin
Quicktime Plugin
Shockwave