Students use clock arithmetic to find remainders. In this patterns in math lesson plan, students explore the relationship between clock arithmetic and remainders using a computer applet. Students also identify patterns in Pascal's...

In this aviation lesson, students research five famous aviators using a variety of sources, and present the information in a timeline format. Lesson uses Florida state standards meeting English and history requirements studying 5 famous...

Sixth graders explore the language of moving pictures. By creating and understanding the basic building blocks used to form a video sequence (wide shot, medium shot and close-up),they discover how communication is enhanced. A great,...

Tenth graders explore the parts of a cell. In pairs, classmates construct a model of a eukaryotic cell, detailing its morphology and function. With the use of computer technology, 10th graders create cell book for middle schoolers. ...

Eleventh graders compare 1920's America to modern America. In this historical perspectives lesson, 11th graders research both eras in American history using inquiry skills. As a culminating activity, students create digital slide shows...

Students explore methods for reconstructing the past. In this forest succession lesson, students examine forest succession and how to read the land in order to predict patterns of change. Students will visit a historical site, act as an...

Students compile an extensive list of animal species seen throughout Tioga County. In this data collecting lesson, students report daily any animal species seen during the course of their travels and adventures outdoors in Tioga County...

Students investigate modular arithmetic and how to use it to solve real world problems. For this modular arithmetic lesson, students use computers to work on modular arithmetic after a teacher guided lesson. They complete guided practice...

Students review number sets and complete a Venn Diagram for number sets. In this number sets lesson, students review integers, whole numbers, and elements. Students use computers to create a Venn Diagram for number sets. Students...

Students explore the concept of Mandelbrot sets and Julia sets. In this Mandelbrot and Julia set instructional activity, students use a function integrator applet to investigate two-variable function iterations. Students use Julia set...

Young scholars investigate the power of title and poetry in a Langston Hughes' poem. In this poetry analysis lesson plan, students discuss the poem 'I, Too' for its title and content. Young scholars use the variation in English Words and...

Students study scientists and the important Nobel Prize dates.  For this investigative lesson students divide into groups and watch a program then complete a project.

Students observe human health by analyzing different food groups. In this food pyramid lesson, students utilize the web to complete an interactive food pyramid game as well as research the nutrition encyclopedia. Students discuss their...

Students gain an awareness for the work of Alexander Calder, study a variety of utilitarian objects and discuss their purposes, and create graphic of a utilitarian piece using computer graphic software.

First graders engage in a writing activity about manatees and use e-mail to contact representatives about important issues. This would be a very exciting, and meaningful lesson for a first grade writer!

Students investigate the lives of the American Indians who made their homes in the Midwest. In this Native American history lesson, students research the tribes of the Midwest and create PowerPoint presentations based on their research...

Students recognize consist stems, trunks, leaves, and roots. They compare different types of roots by observing and comparing photographs. Aterwards, they observe the growth of a lima bean plant and document changes in root and shoot...

Students create fantasy stories. In this creative writing lesson, students write a fantasy where they can use characters that they have read about in The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien.

Students explore the concept of fractals. In this fractal lesson, students use applets to explore Koch's Snowflake, Sierpinski's Triangle, and other fractals. Students develop these concepts through exploration and teacher guided...

Students explore the concept of probability. In this probability lesson, students use a applet that demonstrates chaos and probability of spread for a forest fire. Students also play applets about the Game of Life and Rabbits and Wolves,...

Students explore the concept of fractions. In this fractions lesson plan, students perform basic operations such as addition and subtraction with fractions. Students play a game on the computer called 'Fraction Four' that gives...

Learners discover languages of the world. In this global languages lesson, students use the Internet to discover and translate common phrases in various languages.

Eighth graders investigate the acoustic properties of materials in order to develop soundproofing products.  For this soundproofing lesson students research different resources, design and perform experiments and fabricate, test and...

Students study seasonal weather and interview elders in their community about how weather affects traditional activities. In this seasonal weather lesson, students talk about the seasonal, traditional activities they participate in....