Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Caching in Pine's Treasures

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students compile image information about the Junior High School using a digital camera. They survey the area making observations and recording them with the help of portable technology and transferring the data to a spreadsheet and...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

A Stroll Down Memory Lane

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners examine the functionality of different types of computer memory (RAM) as a springboard to researching the definitions, uses and functions of different common computer terms. The class creates a computer terminology guide.
Article
Discovering Lewis & Clark

Discovering Lewis & Clark: Technology

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the role of technology in the Lewis and Clark expedition.
Handout
Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Geocaching

For Students 9th - 10th
A clear explanation of geocaching, including its history, variations of the activity, a list of terms used in geocaching, and guidelines, rules, and considerations for those interested in pursuing this activity. This thorough site also...
Handout
Other

Pc Guide: System Cache

For Students 9th - 10th
Cache and all its components are briefly but clearly explained at this informative site.
Website
Other

Nyu: Deleting Web Browser Cookies & Cache

For Students 9th - 10th
Cookies and caches are clearly explained by NYU's tech department. Includes instructions for clearing the cache and deleting cookies, as well as explanation of what each is.
Website
Other

Large Scale Active Middleware

For Students 9th - 10th
The Large Scale Active Middleware Proxy Cache is designed to "reduce server and network load, and increase client performance."
Handout
Other

Caching Tutorial for Web Authors and Webmasters

For Students 9th - 10th
This site, provided by Mark Nottingham, defines the term "Cache," describes the different types of caches, and how caches work. Tips for using caches correctly in a site are also provided.
Graphic
Curated OER

Large Scale Active Middleware

For Students 9th - 10th
The Large Scale Active Middleware Proxy Cache is designed to "reduce server and network load,and increase client performance."