Students recently did a research project using the topic of justice. This particular student chose Japenese relocation during WW2. The standards for this project included utilizing research skills, examining resources and synthesizing information. Students could choose any product to display their information. This student chose Google Sites. It was successful for this student because she is creative, organized and motivated. Aspects of the assignment that were stressful was that it required many steps and products, which for half of the students, was difficult because it requires focus, time managent and good use of class time. Students were engaged because they could choose a wide range of topics, but they struggled with notetaking, evaluating sources and synthesizing information. Technology enhanced the project. In the past, this project used to be a five paragraph essay, but since adding more options on products and app choice, student engagement and work completion increased, even though it isn't always done on time.
What were some of the other ways students chose to express their knowledge? Did you have to teach this student how to use Google Sites, or offer any resources? Or do you have Ss explore and discover on their own (with guidance)?
ReplyDeleteStudents used Prezi, Book Creator, Storehouse, Explain Everything, iMovie and Pages. I and to briefly help some students but most seemed comfortable exploring on their own or asking each other for help. I think they liked the fact that they had choice.
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