Exercising higher order thinking skills and problem solving strategies, students engage in a highly motivational experience that fosters literacy, content knowledge and technological expertise. There are 2 seventh grade classes of 33 students involved in this program. It may be used for students in fourth grade through high school. The computers print to a laser printer. Different computer software including a CD Encyclopedia and multimedia creation program such as HyperStudio.
Reference books are easily accessible.
Materials for creating the bound books are also available. Research facilities may include the school media center and resources of the neighborhood branches of the New York Public Library. Students may also access the Internet at both of these facilities. Trips to Museums and historical sites may enhance students understanding of their hero-subjects. Students are engaged in both individual and cooperative learning experiences while developing life-long technological skills.