The students then created Web pages about the veteran's World War II experiences based on oral histories creating a virtual archive. The Web assignment was a minimum of five pages that included an introductory card, a text card, a map, images and a bibliography. The students used Internet access, CD-ROM, scanners, word processing and multimedia software, digital cameras and tape recorders to accomplish their tasks. Using these technologies gives the students skills in utilizing and integrating various applications and peripherals. In this project students are active learners, creating unique and challenging presentations for a larger audience on the Web.
Students work in groups of four for ten class periods.
Weekly participation grades and final grades for the project can vary for each group member based on effort, attendance and cooperation. Jim and Bill assess the projects by using a rubric that combines performance, participation and presentation. The students have an opportunity to self assess and upgrade their pages after presenting their web page to the class using a data projector. About TTT Forum Heart Rate Monitors and Physical Education Dave Steavpack's students at Lincoln High School in Manitowoc are using Polar heart rate monitors to get them on the road to lifelong fitness. Dave's sophomore students begin their year by testing for a baseline heart rate which is used for the basis for each student's individualized workout.