Technology
Grade 6-8

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Description of Project
Technological Inventors and Their Inventions Web Quest Project Information The students will explore the history of technology by researching the lives of specific technological inventors. They will also gain experience in both individual and group work, while learning the techniques of an informal debate.
Exploring the Planets Internet Activity Project Information This project was designed to enhance an existing unit that integrates PowerPoint and the Internet.  While completing the project, the students will utilize strategies for conducting successful Internet searches, avoiding plagiarism when doing Internet research, and creating effective PowerPoint presentations.  The students will work through the project independently, with the teacher serving as a facilitator.
Navigating the Net for Authors Online Internet Activity Project Information This lesson involves creating strategies to research a particular author using online resources. Students will be introduced to strategies to construct and conduct Internet searches using Search Engines and Subject Directories to locate relevant information.  By focusing on general online sites rather than print or subscription databases, students will develop strategies to successfully navigate through and understand the diverse nature of online sources.
Website  Evaluation PowerPoint Project Information Choosing web sites that have good qualities is extremely important.  This MS PowerPoint project is a short and concise presentation of information that will engage all participants.
Computer Ethics and Security Issues Internet Activity Project Information This project will serve as an introduction piece to Computer Ethics and Security Issues.  It will provide a springboard to more in-depth discussions of current moral and ethical issue involving technology.
Solar Energy PowerPoint Project Information Solar Energy as an Alternative Energy Source. 
Shape Our World PowerPoint Project Information  An interdisciplinary project analyzing shapes in everyday situations. Students create various projects in Art, Math, Science and Technology.
Westward Experience PowerPoint Project Information In this Power point presentation you will learn the difference between primary and secondary sources, and use this information to search the web for information on Westward Expansion.  Students will search for historical documents, complete journal entries, learn about scale drawings and explore literature of the Southwest. 
Millennium Project PowerPoint Project Information This PowerPoint presentation is an integrated Technology/Career Development/Social Studies/ Language Arts and Math Project that thoroughly examines past careers with current careers. It is intended for students in grades 6-7.  Several activities are provided throughout this presentation.
Roller Coaster PowerPoint Project Information Learn about various principles such as design and motion by using this unique project. 
Changes PowerPoint Project Information Changes in our society are taking place everyday. Students will explore changes in transportation, clothing styles, and technology to gain a better understanding of our world as it is today. Various academic activities are included. 
Magnetism Internet Activity Project Information This Treasure Hunt focuses on magnets and motors and how they are related

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