| Selecting
Instructional Technologies |
| Instructional
and Learning Strategies |
Target
Technologies or Desired Tool Functions |
Constraints |
Decisions |
Student Goals
Know and Comprehend geometric shapes and spatial reasoning
in order to build a foundation for the learning of geometry.
Strategies
Questioning
Direct Instruction
Dialogue
|
Whiteboard and markers |
Markers going dry |
Match - Have extra dry erase markes available. |
| Pattern Blocks and 3 Dimensional Shapes |
Not all shapes being available |
Match - Check to be sure all shapes represented
and check availability with grade level team. |
| Paper Shape Cut-outs |
Shapes unavailable as cut-outs |
Match- Make sure all shapes available or cut
enough for class. |
| Student Goals
Identify and recognize attributes of any shape or solid in
everyday activities and experiences in order for student to
understand that geometry is part of everyday experiences.
Strategies
Brainstorming
Questioning
Direct Instruction
Collaboration
Dialogue
Discussion
|
Computer Lab |
Scheduling conflicts |
Match - Schedule computer lab
well in advance. |
Printer |
No ink in cartridges |
Match - Have extra cartridges
available. |
InFocus |
Bulb out |
Match - Have extra bulbs available. |
Presentation Station |
Scheduling conflicts |
Match - Schedule well in advance. |
| MS Paint |
Software unavailable on a computer |
Match - Check with Computer
lab aide to be sure all software is loaded. |
Teacher Goals
To create an atmosphere where diverse learners will gain confidence
in identifying and recognizing basic geometric shapes.
Strategies
Dialogue
Questioning
Brainstorming
Demonstration
|
Classroom computer |
Computer Failure |
Match - Computer available in the Library. |
| Internet |
Failure to connect |
Match - Acess in Library |
| Basic geometric shapes and solids. |
Not all shapes available |
Match - Talk to grade level team about borrowing
their block and 3 dimensional shapes in advance to be sure to
have enough. |
Teacher Goals
Develop confidence in managing and integrating technology
into the foundation and enrichment curriculum.
Strategies
Questioning
Collaborate
Inquiry
Reflextion
|
Classroom Computer |
Computer not working |
Match - Have acess to computer in Library or
Computer Lab |
| Email |
Email down |
Match - Have alternative means to contact Mentor/Mentee |
| Online rubric creator |
Internet access down |
Match - Make a rubric in advance or make by hand. |
Professional Goals
Improve coaching/mentoring skills and strategies.
Strategies
Questioning
Collaborate
Independent Study
|
Video Camera |
No Tape |
Match - Have extra tapes available. |
| Email |
Email Down |
Match - Have alternative means to contact Mentor/Mentee |
| Internet |
Internet Access Down |
Match - Have another computer available on campus
or at home. |
| |
| The Social System |
| Students will use prior knowledge
along with new information to identify geometric shapes in their
environment. Students will use this knowledge to work together
in collaborative groups to find these shapes in the environment
and create the final product. Students will need to cooperate
within their group, communicate information to the members of
their group and use their problem solving skills to help each
other find the information that they need. Students will join
in a discussion about the experience and present the discoveries
each group documented. The documentation will be used by the
group to create and present their final products on the computers. |
N/A |
| The Role of The Instructor |
| Instructor will use direct instruction
to help students activate prior knowledge and gain knowledge
about 3 dimensional geometric shapes. Instructor will use dialogue
and questioning to help students compare and contrast the geometric
shapes. Instructor will then work as a facilitator to monitor
and guide students as they use their skills to identify these
shapes in the environment. |
White Board |
Dry erase markers dry out. |
Match - Have extra dry erase markers available. |
| Computers |
Computer lab unavailable. |
Match - Reserve computer lab well in advance. |
| Printer |
Out of ink. |
Match - Have extra print cartridges available. |
| The Support System |
Instructional Materials:
- Pattern Blocks
- 3 Dimensional Shapes
- Paper Shape cut-outs
- Drawing Paper
- Rubric for Project
Technical Resources:
- Computers in Lab
- Paint Application
- Presentation Station in the Lab
- Printer
Other Resources:
- Discussions with Mentor
- Math Resource Teacher for speech impaired student.
Speech Impaired Student will need:
- Simple written instructions as well as directions broken
down into simple one or two step instructions
- More time to label and manipulate shapes.
- Math Resource Teacher to help during Math time.
|
Needed materials unavailable for lesson.
No rubric
Computer Lab unavailable.
Software unavailable. |
Prepare and gather needed materials in advance
of the lesson.
Create rubric before beginning lesson.
Schedule time in computer lab in advance.
Check with computer lab to be sure all necessary software
is loaded on the computers. |
