NETS Standards (1 nd 2) and how we use them

Atomic Discoveries Timeline (Standards 1 and 2)

Standard 1

Creativity and Innovation 
-Students demonstrate creative thinking, construct knowledge, and develop innovative products and processes using technology.
a. Apply existing knowledge to generate new ideas, products, or processes
b. Create original works as a means of personal or group expression
c. Use models and simulations to explore complex systems and issues
d. Identify trends and forecast possibilities

Standard 2
Communication and Collaboration 
-Students use digital media and environments to communicate and work collaboratively, including at a distance, to support individual learning and contribute to the learning of others.
a. Interact, collaborate, and publish with peers, experts, or others employing a variety of digital environments and media
b. Communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences using a variety of media and formats
c. Develop cultural understanding and global awareness by engaging with learners of other cultures

d. Contribute to project teams

A- Identify types of learners in classroom and group different learning styles together.  This will encourage  more diverse looking timeline with different types of information presented in different ways.
S - The assignment will include identification of discoveries and theories that led to the current atomic theory beginning with Democritus over 2000 years ago.  A rubric will be included regarding type of information required, number of theories discussed, use of artwork/pictures/animations.  The expectation is that all students participate in the group activity and, depending on the size of the group, focus their attention on 1-3 discoveries/theories apiece with innovative or interesting and creative presentation
S - Students/groups will have the opportunity to choose their own artwork/pictures, etc.  These should be original and authentic to the group and to the member of the group. Students will also be required to choose their own method of collaboration with choices including, but not limited to, wiki pages like wetpaint, wikispaces, wikispot, and google docs.
U - Students should create and their own wiki page from scratch or using a template and build all materials without the assistance of the teacher in any way other than guidance and facilitation.
R - Students will present materials to the class by transferring each portion to Powerpoint or some other similar presentation media.  They wll be required to answer questionsfrom classmates and the teacher when necessary
E - After teacher and class comments, questions and suggestions, the groups will revise their wiki timeline and send the site to the teacher for final grading.  Revision should reflect any relevant criticism and commentary on the timeline.

This assignment should take a total of 5 days and after it's over, students should be more than prepared to complete a summative assessment regarding the atomic timeline and theories.

Standard 3-6 coming later this week

Standard 3
Research and Information Fluency 
Students apply digital tools to gather, evaluate, and use information.
a. Plan strategies to guide inquiry
b. Locate, organize, analyze, evaluate, synthesize, and ethically use information from a variety of sources and media
c. Evaluate and select information sources and digital tools based on the appropriateness to specific tasks

d. Process data and report results

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Standard 4
Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision Making 
-Students use critical thinking skills to plan and conduct research, manage projects, solve problems, and make informed decisions using appropriate digital tools and resources.
a. Identify and define authentic problems and significant questions for investigation
b. Plan and manage activities to develop a solution or complete a project
c. Collect and analyze data to identify solutions and/or make informed decisions
d. Use multiple processes and diverse perspectives to explore alternative solutions

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Standard 5
Digital Citizenship 
Students understand human, cultural, and societal issues related to technology and practice legal and ethical behavior. 
a. Advocate and practice safe, legal, and responsible use of information and technology
b. Exhibit a positive attitude toward using technology that supports collaboration, learning, and productivity
c. Demonstrate personal responsibility for lifelong learning

d. Exhibit leadership for digital citizenship

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Standard 6
Technology Operations and Concepts 
Students demonstrate a sound understanding of technology concepts, systems, and operations. 
a. Understand and use technology systems
b. Select and use applications effectively and productively
c. Troubleshoot systems and applications
d. Transfer current knowledge to learning of new technologies

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