Technology+Tools

= Technology Tools Information=

This page is for those who are curious about the techonology tools used for this lesson and project. Lesson Techonology Tools:
 * 1) Wikispaces: This tool is being used as a mode of delivery to all the students. This allows them access to lessons as they are developed. They can access lessons from any computer through the use of the Wiki.
 * 2) QuizStar 4 Teachers: This tool is being used for the online quiz format that allows students to access quizzes from any computer with internet. This also allows students to stay up with class work even if they are not in school due to absences. Students must be registered with the class and accepted by the teacher in order to have access to their class quizzes. Quizzes are established to be taken within specified dates and time limits are placed on the quizzes as well.
 * 3) LiveBinders: This tool is being used to provide selected information that pertains to the lesson. Students can access the LiveBinder with the use of the Access Key of ScienceRocks2011. This binder has been created to include additional information about the subject so students can review and practice until they reach the necessary level of understanding. Again, this is another tool that is online for access from any computer with Internet connection.
 * 4) Other Resources: Within the LiveBinder and this Wiki are many additional websites for students to access including practice games and other quizzes. As this Heredity Wiki continues to grow, more tools will be added to this page so check back often.

Module 6: IB Biology Vocabulary Scavenger Hunt
Technology tools used for this lesson varied because of options available to students. The following information was included in the discussion with students:
 * 1) Digital Camera: All students need some form of a digital camera for this project. If a student does not have access to any form of digital camera including one on a cell phone, then a digital camera can be signed out for two (2) days to take photos. The images are downloaded by me and then given to students via e-mail or flash drive.
 * 2) Presentations: Students are given an option of how they present the informtion. Options can include technology such as the use of PowerPoint or other presentation format, Word Documents, and other possibilities found on the Internet. Students also have the option of creating a presentation such as a poster, brochure, booklet, storybook and more that are not as dependent on technology.
 * 3) Text: Text is required to be neat and easy to read but does not need to be generated with technology.

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