Technology Philo's Exploring Technology Classes Exploring Technology is a class open to Philo's seventh and eighth graders. The students learn what technology is, how it impacts our lives, the evolution of modern day technology and become more technologically literate. The technology classroom has computers, numerous TV VCR's , a structural tester, scanner, project samples, a production lab, video camera and lighting equipment, a Peavey mixer, and other exciting resources for the students. After a few introductory weeks, students choose an area of technology in which to concentrate.
Students work together in pairs on modules, which are learning stations.
A module takes about 10 days to complete. Students will rotate through several modules throughout the semester. Most modules include some reading, writing, video viewing, computer interaction and a hands on project that the students may keep. Below is a list of the current modules available and a brief description. Students learn about flight technology, use the software Flight Simulator, and build paper and balsa gliders.