The math, science, language arts and social studies involved in this project integrates the curriculum while students learn in a real world context. Classes select two locations from which to collect weather data. Students make predictions about the weather patterns at their chosen locations. Students collect data over a ten day period in March , and enter it into a database. Teacher e-mails the class database to the coordinator.
Coordinator combines all data and e-mails entire data set to all participating classes.
Students manipulate and analyze the data in a variety of ways, using the software to create charts, graphs, and summaries. Worksheets, ClarisWorks templates and suggested activities will be provided by the coordinator. Using the discussion forum provided on the Web site, teachers may share information , results, and ideas for additional activities. You will receive complete instructions and ClarisWorks templates.