In this activity, students learn how technology has changed workplaces over time. These could be located in the resource centre, textbooks, videos etc. Arrange for student access to rulers and coloured pencils.
Students conduct the required research.
Distribute Technology and Change in Canada, Assessment for Activity 4, Appendix 4.1, to each student and have them complete the self and peer assessment of group members. Collect the completed sheets. Distribute the organizer, How Industry Has Changed , Appendix 4.4, either one photocopy per student, on the board, or overhead. Students fill in information for their topic of research. A spokesperson from each group presents their group's findings.