Technology

Semester #2 - Week #83-9-2015 to 3-13-2015

Accessing the Prepa Tec Technology Class webpage…

Go to www.prepatec.weebly.com

Recognize that students can access everything for this class anywhere that the internet is accessible.

Semester #2 - Week #8Essential Questions

Are you able to effectively analyze, evaluate, synthesize, and ethically use information from a variety of online sources and media?

Are you able to use digital tools to manage activities in the development of your technology research project?

Are you able to think critically in the decisions of who, what, where, and when to include within your technology research project?

Semester #2 - Week #8Essential Questions (cont.)

Are you able to create original technology project tasks as a means of demonstrating higher order metacognitive thinking?

Do you understand the Statement of Inquiry and 3 Inquiry Questions for this Technology Research Project Unit and how each section is to be answered in the Expository Research Paper?

Are you able to use the internet and MS Word to gather the knowledge and background necessary with which to complete your Technology Research Project third task, an Expository Research Paper?

Semester #2 - Week #8Essential Questions (cont.)

Are able to articulate an understanding of the IB Key Concept of “relationships” and how it relates to technology and our Technology Research Projects?

Are you able to engage in critical thinking into the higher levels of Bloom's Taxonomy in relationship to technology and including the pros and cons for many different technologies?

Technology Research ProjectStatement of Inquiry

Throughout history, mankind has created and developed many different technologies with which to control, adapt to, and modify the surrounding environment and sustain civilizations from the world around him.

From Wikipedia… Technology (from Greek τέχνη, techne, "art, skill, cunning of hand"; and -λογία, -logia[1]) is the collection of tools, including machinery, modifications, arrangements and procedures used by humans. Engineering is the discipline that seeks to study and design new technologies. Technologies significantly affect human as well as other animal species' ability to control and adapt to their natural environments. The term can either be applied generally or to specific areas: examples include construction technology, medical technology and information technology.

Technology Research Project3 Inquiry Questions

1.) From where did the technology that you have chosen originate, how did it develop in the past, why did it develop, where is it now in present time, and what is its future?

2.) There are helpful benefits and contributions made by each of these technologies to humanity, society, civilization, and the environment. In the case of your selected technology for this project, what are the benefits?

Technology Research Projects3 Inquiry Questions (continued)

3.) There are also ways in which each of these technologies can harm, detract from, and/or possibly even destroy in different ways humanity, society, civilization, and the environment. In the case of your selected technology for this project, what are they?

1.) Use the internet to identify definitions, synonyms, antonyms, and then write an original sentence for the technology-related vocabulary concept of “relationship”.

Do Now (First class this week):

Today’s Learning Goal(First class this week):

• Students will engage in critical thinking as demonstrated by their ability to articulate their understanding of the IB Key Concept of “relationships” and how it applies to technology and our Technology Research Projects.

Objectives (First class this week)S.W.B.A.T.:1.) Complete definitions, synonyms, antonyms, and an original sentence for the technology-related vocabulary concept of “relationship”.2.) Engage in critical thinking into the higher levels of Bloom's Taxonomy of Metacognitive Thinking through participation in the class inquiry on the concept of “relationship” and how it applies to technology and our Technology Research Projects.3.) Analyze and articulate an understanding of the concept of “relationship” and how it applies to technology and our Technology Research Projects through writing and an illustration.

CCSS Standards (First Class of Week)

Writing Standards for Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects - Grades 6–8Production and Distribution of WritingCCSS.ELA-Literacy.WHST.6-8.6Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and present the relationships between information and ideas clearly and efficiently.

“Relationship” Vocabulary Discussion

Explore the IB Key Concept of “relationships”. Use Google Search if necessary and class discussion to answer these questions:

• Name one particular important technology. • Describe the relationship between mankind and that one technology? • Consider now all of mankind’s technologies. In your opinion, what is the

relationship today between humanity and all of the thousands of technologies that exist?

• What are some of the positive benefits of our relationship with technology today?

• What are some of the harmful and dangerous aspects of the relationship that we have today with technology?

1.) Download your saved Concept Bubble Map MS PowerPoint file from Edmodo.2.) Download the Research Paper format MS Word file from Edmodo or your saved Research Paper MS Word document in progress.

Do Now (Second class this week):

Today’s Learning Goal(Second class this week):

• Students will create Expository Research Papers on their chosen technology using MS Word based upon their Concept Bubble Maps and further internet research.

Objectives (Second class this week)

S.W.B.A.T.:1.) Complete the Week One Opening Paragraph/Section of Expository Research Paper today.2.) Write an Expository Research Paper Thesis in the proper way.3.) Open Microsoft Word 2010.4.) Set up their MS Word Document with the proper school/college Formatting for the writing of a Research Paper.

CCSS Standards (Second class of Week)Writing Standards for Literacy in History/ Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects - Grades 6–8Text Types and PurposesCCSS.ELA-Literacy.WHST.6-8.2Write informative/explanatory texts, including the narration of historical events, scientific procedures/experiments, or technical processes. a. Introduce a topic clearly, previewing what is to follow; organize ideas, concepts, and information into broader categories as appropriate to achieving purpose; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., charts, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension. b. Develop the topic with relevant, well-chosen facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples. c. Use appropriate and varied transitions to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among ideas and concepts. d. Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic.e. Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone. f. Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the information or explanation presented.

CCSS Standards (Second class of Week)Reading Standards for Literacy in Science and Technical Subjects - Grades 6–8Production and Distribution of WritingCCSS.ELA-Literacy.WHST.6-8.6Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and present the relationships between information and ideas clearly and efficiently.

Writing Standards for Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects - Grades 6–8Production and Distribution of WritingCCSS.ELA-Literacy.WHST.6-8.8Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and present the relationships between information and ideas clearly and efficiently.

Microsoft Word – Lesson 1 Opening Microsoft Word 2010

Microsoft Word – Lesson 2 Setting up your Word Document with the proper school/college Formatting Times New Roman, 12 Point font, Double Spaced

What is the Structure for a 5 Paragraph/Section Expository Essay or

Research Paper?

Purdue Online Writing Labhttp://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/685/02/

5 Paragraph/Section Research Paper

Paragraph 1: Opening• Technology Introduction• Hook• Thesis Statement

oPiece of Body Paragraph/Section 1 Topic SentenceoPiece of Body Paragraph/Section 2 Topic SentenceoPiece of Body Paragraph/Section 3 Topic Sentence

Paragraph/Section 2: Body Paragraph/Section 1• Origin/History/Timeline

Paragraph/Section 3: Body Paragraph/Section 2• Pros/Uses/Benefits/Advantages

Paragraph/Section 4: Body Paragraph/Section 3• Cons/Harm/Danger/Dis-Advantages)

(Body Paragraph/Sections will often be longer than 1 paragraph for longer length research papers.)

5 Paragraph/Section Research Paper

Paragraph 5: Closing• Re-state Thesis (In a slightly different way.)

oPiece of Body Paragraph/Section 1 Topic SentenceoPiece of Body Paragraph/Section 2 Topic SentenceoPiece of Body Paragraph/Section 3 Topic Sentence

• Tie to larger societal, environmental, and/or global issues

• Provide Closure

5 Paragraph/Section Research Paper

Technology Research Project - Task ThreeExpository Research Paper Rubric (Criterion A-B)

Assessment Criterion 1 – 2 3 – 4 5 – 6 7 – 8 Score

Inquiring & AnalyzingCriterion A

☐ Research paper is below basic in its inclusion of many of the what, where, when, why, who, examples, origin, developmental timeline and technology based relationships, and helpful and harmful aspects of chosen technology.

☐ Below basic understanding of fundamental content with little or no analysis of research.

☐ Limited or no critical thinking evident.

☐ Research paper is basic in its inclusion of many of the what, where, when, why, who, examples, origin, developmental timeline and technology based relationships, and helpful and harmful aspects of chosen technology.

☐ Demonstrates basic understanding of fundamental concepts and ideas through some analysis.

☐ Demonstrates basic level of critical thinking.

☐ Research paper is proficient in its inclusion of many of the what, where, when, why, who, examples, origin, developmental timeline and technology based relationships, and helpful and harmful aspects of chosen technology.

☐ Demonstrates a proficient grasp of the important concepts and ideas through focused and some detailed analysis.

☐ Demonstrates proficient level of critical thinking

☐ Research paper is advanced in its inclusion of many of the what, where, when, why, who, examples, origin, developmental timeline and technology based relationships, and helpful and harmful aspects of chosen technology.

☐ Demonstrates an advanced, comprehensive, and thorough grasp of important concepts and ideas through focused, detailed, and original analysis.

☐ Demonstrates advanced level of critical thinking

Developing Ideas

Criterion B

☐ Research paper does not adequately communicate on the technology research topic with focus and clarity, and some disorganization and confusion is present.

☐ 0-1 pages for 6th grade, 1-2 pages for 7th grade, 2-3 pages for 8th grade. ☐ Below Basic, underdeveloped,

and unclear confusing ideas present in research paper.

☐ Research paper communicates on selected technology with basic level of focus, clarity, and organization. Detail is missing.

☐ 1-2 pages for 6th grade, 2-3 pages for 7th grade, 3-4 pages for 8th grade.

☐ Basic, some developed, and some unclear ideas present in research paper.

☐ Research paper communicates on the selected technology well with proficient focus, clarity, organization, and detail.

☐ 2-3 pages for 6th grade, 3-4 pages for 7th grade, 4-5 pages for 8th grade.

☐ Proficient, developed, and some clear ideas present in research paper.

☐ Research paper thoroughly and skillfully communicates the selected topic with advanced focus, clarity, organization and attention to detail.

☐ 3+ pages for 6th grade, 4+ pages for 7th grade, 5+ pages for 8th grade.

☐ Advanced and well developed and clear ideas present in research paper.

Technology Research Project - Task ThreeExpository Research Paper Rubric (Criterion C-D)

Assessment Criterion 1 – 2 3 – 4 5 – 6 7 – 8 Score

Creating The Solution

Criterion C

☐Failure to develop a thesis or hook.

☐Below basic mechanics, writing conventions, grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary, and writing style.

☐ A Citation page with resources not present.

☐Basic thesis and hook.☐Basic mechanics, writing

conventions, grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary, and writing style.

☐Proficient thesis and hook.☐ Proficient mechanics, writing

conventions, grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary, and writing style.

☐ A Citations resource page listing the URL addresses of sources used in the making of the paper is present.

☐Advanced and exceptional thesis and hook.☐ Advanced mechanics, writing

conventions, grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary, and writing style.

☐ A Citations resource page in MLA format listing sources used in the making of the paper is present.

EvaluatingCriterion D

☐Research paper accuracy regarding the topic is below basic.

☐ Below basic research, support, facts and evidence.

☐Below Basic evaluation of sources present such that credible sources not utilized.

☐ Research paper accuracy regarding the topic is basic.

☐Basic research, support, facts and evidence.

☐Basic evaluation of sources present such that some credible sources utilized.

☐Research paper accuracy regarding the topic is proficient.

☐ Proficient research, support, facts and evidence.

☐ Proficient evaluation of sources present such that credible sources utilized.

☐ Research paper accuracy regarding the topic is advanced.

☐ Advanced research, support, facts and evidence.

☐ Advanced evaluation of sources present such that credible and highest quality sources utilized.

Examples of Technology• Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Environmental

Engineering, Alternative Energy, Hydroelectric power, Solar power, Wind power, Nuclear power, Information technology, Nanotechnology, Artificial Intelligence, Astronomy, Satellites, Space Shuttle, the Wheel, the keyboard, Printing Press, Automobiles, Electric Automobiles, the Fuel Cell, Salt Water Powered Automobiles, Airplanes, Jet airplanes, Telephones, Cellular phones, Electricity, Electric lights, Personal Computers, Laptop Computers, Virtual Reality, Oculus Rift, Digital Data Technology, Touchscreen Technology, iPads, iPods and iPhones, Robotics, Coding, Computer Programming, WiFi, Internet, Ultrasound imaging, MRI Scan, Microwave ovens, Audio Recording Devices (DVD players, etc.), Military Machines, Weapons, Water Supply & Distribution, Google, Facebook, Alphabet, Shoes, Dictionary, etc…

• Example of where to look… http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greatest_Engineering_Achievements_of_the_20th_Century

Keywords to use in Google Search • Use next to name of technology for project to

locate information for Concept Bubble Map and Research Paper based upon the given 3 Inquiry Questions structure:

• Definition• History / timeline• Benefits / purpose• Harm / danger• Pros & Cons• Future / Prediction

Accessing Prepa Tec Homework

1. Go to www.prepatec.org 2. Click on “STUDENTS”3. Click on your Grade Level, 6th, 7th,

or 8th.

Homework1.) Complete 1 hour of Code on new personal account accessible through http://www.prepatec.weebly.com 2.) Complete Concept Bubble Maps using MS PowerPoint or http://bubbl.us with 3 Inquiry Questions, at least 16 bubbles, and from 6 to 10 words per bubble if incomplete.3.) Complete 1-2 page written essay with a Graphic Organizer Map on one of the Our IB Attitudes or IB Learner Profiles. (20 points extra credit) (Required if assigned due to consequences for class behavior.)

(Late work submitted is subject to a deduction of minus 10% per each class period turned in late.)