Post on 27-Mar-2015
Online Collaborative Projects:
Comprehensive Curriculum
Connections to the World Through
Technology
LACUE, 2006
Terri Carpenter
What is a collaborative project?
• A project that– Uses the Internet– Connects with another area of the globe– Promotes working with someone else to
produce a product– Addresses academic GLE’s and
technology standards
Why are collaborative projects important?
• Extends learning beyond the classroom• Develops critical thinking skills• Develops cultural and global awareness• Promotes real life/real time learning• Allows students to broaden their world
Why are collaborative projects important?
• Student centered• Students become decision makers• Students become a part of a community
of learners• Students master knowledge by
constructing it• Students experience new technologies
LouisianaK-12 Technology Standards
•Technology Problem-Solving and Decision-Making Tools (Problem Solving Foundation Skill)
Students use appropriate technology resources for solving problems and making informed decisions.Students employ technology for real world problem solving.Students evaluate the technology selected, the process, and the final results through the use of informed decision-making skills.
•Technology Productivity Tools (Resource Access and Utilization Foundation Skill)Students use technology tools to enhance learning, increase productivity, and promote creativity.Students use productivity tools to work collaboratively in developing technology-rich, authentic, student-centered products.
•Technology Communication Tools (Communication Foundation Skill)Students use telecommunications to collaborate, publish, and interact with peers, experts and other audiences.Students use a variety of media and formats to communicate and present information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences.
•Technology Research Tools (Linking and Generating Knowledge Foundation Skill)
Students use appropriate 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 to specific tasks.
•Social, Ethical, and Human Issues (Citizenship Foundation Skill)Students understand the ethical, cultural, and societal issues related to technology.Students practice responsible use of technology systems, information, and software.Students develop positive attitudes toward technology uses that support lifelong learning, collaboration, personal pursuits, and productivity.
•Basic Operations and ConceptsStudents demonstrate a sound understanding of the nature and operation of technology systems.Students are proficient in the use of technology.
LouisianaK-12 Technology Standards
O.R.E.O. Project(Our Really Exciting Online Project)
This year's project invited classrooms to have each student stack Oreo®
cookies as high as he or she can and then average all their individual
results to achieve a final Class result.
http://www.technospudprojects.com/Projects/oreo06/instructions.htm
Second grade teacher Gaye Lynn Ortis said: What was your experience with the project? “My students enjoyed completing the project and seeing how our results compared with the results of other classes.”
Would you repeat the project next year? “Yes, I would. I really enjoy participating in this program.”
Other online projects: Pumpkin Seed Count and Postcard Exchange
Future Projects: Holiday Card Exchange
O.R.E.O. ProjectNachman Elementary
Bucket Buddies
http://www.k12science.org/curriculum/bucketproj/index.html
Bucket BuddiesBarron Elementary
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participated in during their field trip.
Bucket BuddiesBarron Elementary
Gifted and Talented Teacher Lori Savoie said:
“I participate in the project every year. The students enjoy it and I enjoy how simple it is to put together. Everything is well organized. A worthwhile project.”
Charlotte’s Web Project
Literature based
Grade K – 6
Registration open through December 8
Project submission deadline January 19, 2007
http://www.technospudprojects.com/Projects/webproject/cwinfo.htm
In conjunction with the movie due to open in December.
Where to find projects?
• TechnoSpuds http://www.technospud.com
• The Center for Innovation in Engineering and Science Education
http://www.k12science.org
• Online Projects 4 Teachershttp://www.onlineprojects4teachers.com
Where to find projects?
• Global School Networkhttp://www.globalschoolnet.org
• ePalshttp://www.epals.com/
Where to find projects?• Web Worksheet Wizardhttp://wizard.4teachers.org
• Terri Carpenterhttp://www.rapides.k12.la.us/schooltech/terri/
onlinecollaborativeprojects.htm
Thank you!
Terri Carpenter
Instructional Technology Facilitator
carpentert@rapides.k12.la.us
Rapides Parish School Board