Use technology to make global connections. Students use e-mail to correspond in meaningful ways under supervision with others. I.E. e-mail an archaeologist or classmates who have moved away during the year. Coordinated through specialist, conduct experiments and share data with students in other locations via the Internet. As teachers and specialists develop curriculum on the web, students will participate in Web based curriculum.
Students conduct experiments and share data with students in other locations via the Internet.
Students participate in a variety of on-line programs and experiences such as Oregon Trail and MayaQuest. Another fifth grade class in the district was given the other half of the information. Students needed to communicate via e-mail to gather clues in order to solve the mystery. Use technology for personal enrichment. Students credit information found from varying sources and respect copyright laws.