Group+02+Jennifer's+Activity


 * 3. Multimedia (interactive, pictures/videos/actions) applications **

Concept Mapping


 * //Description of Activity//**

In groups of three, students will construct a concept map based on basic components of a healthy habitat. Students will include two examples of each element of the habitat.


 * //Timeframe//**

__Two classes__:

__Class One__: During this class students will be working in groups of three with one computer. The students will review the Cmap Tools software. They will familiarize themselves with the formatting of the software that was previously introduced last class. The students will then find examples of elements of habitats using Biology for Kids. They will be instructed to navigate through this site only to find their information. One student will record the information in their binder. Students will then work together to sketch a rough draft of concept map in their binders The teacher will be circulating throughout the students to provide any praise, support and/or feedback necessary.

__Class Two__: The students, as a group, will begin to create their concept map using the program Cmap Tools. They will make any necessary changes from their rough draft and take turns using the computer. They will use formatting tools to create visual appeal. The teacher will be circulating around the class ensuring to meet with every group to give feedback and answer any questions/concerns. Students will submit their concept map to the class blog.


 * //Materials//**

Computers Cmap Tools Software Internet access Paper Pencils


 * //Digital Learning Resource//**

Biology for kids is an interactive website for children to explore biology-related concepts. The website can be found at [|http://www.kidsbiology.com].


 * //Curriculum connections//**

__Science__ Life Science: Habitats SCO 205-10: Students will be expected to construct and use devices for a specific purpose.

SCO 206-1: Students will be expected to classify according to several attributes and create chart of diagram that shoes the method of classifying.

__Language Arts__ SCO 5.1 answer, with assistance, their own and others’ questions by seeking information from a variety of texts.

SCO 8.2 experiment with different ways of making their own notes (e.g., webbing, jot notes, matrix)

__Art__ SCO 4 Students will be expected to experiment with a variety of art materials, tools, and processes.


 * //Small rationale/teaching approach//**

It is important for students to be knowledgeable about the basic components of a habitat. This lesson is a student centered approach for children to explore these components and visually represent the information using the Cmap Tools program.


 * //Screenshots and procedure notes//**

See for screen shots of activity.


 * //Final product//**