POWER UP!

Author:  Kym Duffina

Grade Level:  Grade 7 (easily adapted for other levels)

Overview:   This structured approach to using the Internet and PowerPoint will involve the creation of a presentation on a science or technology topic.  The presentation will be developed after organized note taking and guided internet research. This unit will provide the students with technology skills that will be used in all other curricular

areas.

Connection to NYS Learning Standards:   ELA Standard 1 Language for Information

and Understanding, Standard 2 Literary Response and Expression, Standard 3 Critical Analysis and Evaluation; MST Standard 2 Information Systems, Standard 4 Scientific Concepts, Principles and Theories in Physical Setting and Living Environment,

Standard 6 Interconnectedness:  Common Themes, Standard 7  Interdisciplinary Problem Solving

Connection to District Learning Standards:  Critical Thinker, Effective Communicator, Responsible Citizen, Healthy Citizen, Lifelong Learner