Points of Collaboration

Curriculum Area: Math / Science / Technology - Commencement

Library/Information Skill Learner Outcome

Collaborative Lesson Ideas with Library Media Specialist

Standard 1: Analysis, Inquiry, and Design

Students will use mathematical analysis, scientific enquiry, and engineering design, as appropriate, to pose questions, seek answers, and develop solutions.

Mathematical Analysis

1.1 Extend mathematical notation and symbolism to include variables and algebraic expressions in order to describe and compare quantities and express mathematical relationships.

15 - Locate books on the shelves by using the call numbers 17 - Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials by title, author, subject 23 - Use preselected/bookmarked sites on the Internet

LMS will assist students in finding resources needed to write algebraic expressions; LMS will also preselect websites on the Internet

1.2 Use inductive reasoning to construct, evaluate, and validate conjectures and arguments, recognizing that patterns and relationships can assist in explaining and extending mathematical phenomena.

14 - Know what the reference section is in the library 15 - Locate books on the shelves by using call numbers 17 - Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 21 - Identify and use electronic resources 23 - Use preselected/bookmarked sites on the Internet 33 - Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information

LMS will collaborate with teacher to find examples of inductive reasoning to present to students

1.3 Apply mathematical knowledge to solve real-world problems and problems that arise from the investigation of mathematical ideas, using representations such as pictures, charts, and tables

15 - Locate books on the shelves by using call numbers 17 - Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 21 - Identify and use electronic resources 22 - Comply with the district's Acceptable Use Policy for the Internet 23 - Use preselected/bookmarked sites on the Internet 29 - Be able to paraphrase information 32 - Use specialized encyclopedias and subject dictionaries (print and nonprint) 33 - Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information 38 - Use appropriate search engines, metasearch engines, and directories to access information on the Internet.

LMS will assist teacher in developing real-life scenarios for students to solve using mathematical principles learned

Scientific Inquiry

1.1 Formulate questions independently with the aid of references appropriate for guiding the search for explanations of everyday observations

3 - Know the layout and organization of the library 14 - Know what the reference section is in the library 15 - Locate books on the shelves by using call numbers 16 - Locate and use the magazines in the library 17 - Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 21 - Identify and use electronic resources 23 - Use preselected/bookmarked sites on the Internet 27 - Select appropriate resources for reference information 33 - Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information 36 - Use magazine indices to retrieve articles for pleasure and information (print/nonprint) 38 - Use appropriate search engines, metasearch engines, and directories to access information on the Internet 40 - Analyze and synthesize the information gathered from an online search 41- Use an electronic catalog to locate and borrow resources through interlibrary loan

LMS will guide students to finding reference materials (print and electronic) to help them formulate needed questions

Construct explanations independently for natural phenomena, especially by proposing preliminary visual models of phenomena.

17 - Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 21 - Identify and use electronic resources 25 - Be able to take simple notes 26 - Be able to cite sources 27- Select appropriate resources for reference information 29 - Be able to paraphrase information 41 - Use an electronic catalog to locate and borrow resources through interlibrary loan

LMS will collaborate with teacher to instruct students on notetaking and paraphrasing information collected

Represent, present, and defend their proposed explanations of everyday observations so that they can be understood and assessed by others.

32 - Use specialized encyclopedias and subject dictionaries (print and nonprint) 33 - Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information 36 - Use magazine indices to retrieve articles for pleasure and information (print/nonprint) 37 - Use multimedia software to produce presentations 38 - Use appropriate search engines, metasearch engines, and directories to access information on the Internet 39 - Use a search strategy to access and retrieve information 40 - Analyze and synthesize the information gathered. 47 - Prepare a works cited page using different types of material using a standard District format such as MLA using a standard

LMS will instruct students in how to present proposed explanations using Microsoft PowerPoint

Seek to clarify, to assess critically, and to reconcile with their own thinking the ideas presented by others, including peers, teachers, authors, and scientists

3 - Know the layout and organization of the library 7 - Develop retelling skills 17 - Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials by title, author, subject, or series 21 - Identify and use electronic resources 27 - Select appropriate resources for reference information 39 - Use a search strategy to access and retrieve information

LMS will collaborate with teacher to teach a lesson on students' beliefs and misconceptions and then investigate the truth

1.2 Develop, present, and defend formal research proposals for testing their own explanations of common phenomena, including ways of obtaining needed observations and ways of conducting simple controlled experiments

25 - be able to take simple notes 27 - Select appropriate resources for reference information 29 - Be able to paraphrase information 32 - Use specialized encyclopedias and subject dictionaries 33 - Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information 36 - Use magazine indices to retrieve articles for pleasure and information (nonprint/print) 38 - Use appropriate search engines, metasearch engines, and directories to access information on the Internet 39 - Use a search stategy to access and retrieve information 40 - Analyze and synthesize the information gathered 41 - Use an electronic catalog to locate and borrow resources through interlibrary loan 43 - Recognize the difference between a citation, an abstract, and a full-text article 44 - Use cross references and/or related terms to access additional information (e.g. see or see also) 45 - Use the electronic catalog to locate materials using keywords, subject headings, and Boolean searching 46 - Use advanced features on electronic databases

LMS will work with students to help them research information that substantiates their proposals

Carry out their research proposals, recording observations and measurements (e.g. lab notes, audio tape, computer disk, video tape) to help assess the explanation

25 - Be able to take simple notes 37 - Use multimedia software to produce presentations

LMS will demonstrate how to use Microsoft Excel so students will be able to record their information; LMS will also show students how to take simple notes

Interpret the organized data to answer the research question or hypothesis and to gain insight into the problem

40 - Analyze and synthesize the information gathered.

LMS will assist students in finding resources on the scientific method

Engineering Design

1.1 Locate and utilize a range of printed, electronic, and human information resources to obtain ideas

17 - Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 21- Identify and use electronic resources 25 - Be able to take simple notes 26 - Be able to cite sources 29 - Be able to paraphrase information 31 - Prepare a brief works cited page 33 - Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information 35 - Understand plagiarism and the need for documentation when doing a research project 36 - Use magazine indices to retrieve articles for pleasure and information (print/nonprint) 38 - Use appropriate search engines, metasearch engines, and directories to access information on the Internet 39 - Use a search strategy to access and retrieve information 40 - Analyze and synthesize the information gathered 41 - Use an electronic catalog to locate and borrow resources through interlibrary loan 43 - Recognize the difference between a citation, an abstract, and a full-text article 44 - Use cross references and/or related terms to access additional information

LMS will instruct students on the research process and focus on notetaking, paraphrasing, and citing resources

Consider constraints and generate several ideas for alternative solutions, using group and individual ideation techniques (group discussion, brainstorming, forced connections, role play); defer judgment until a number of ideas have been generated; evaluate (critique) ideas; and explain why the chosen solution is optimal

18 - Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials by title, author, subject, and/or series 20 - Locate and use simple dictionaries, thesauri, and encyclopedias 21 - Identify and use electronic resources 25 - Be able to take simple notes 27 - Select appropriate resources for reference information

LMS will provide resources from various formats including print and electronic sources to enable teams of students to gather a variety of information with which to consult and present within their group

Develop plans, including drawings with measurements and details of construction, and construct a model of the solution, exhibiting a degree of craftsmanship

16 - Locate and use the magazines in the library 17 - Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 21 - Identify and use electronic resources

LMS will provide examples of drawings so students can develop their own

Standard 2: Information Systems

Students will access, generate, process, and transfer information using appropriate technologies.

MST2 - Information Systems

2.1 Use a range of equipment and software to integrate several forms of information in order to create good quality audio, video, graphic, and text-based presentations

37 - Use multimedia software to produce presentations

LMS will instruct students in how to make a slide show using Microsoft PowerPoint

Use spreadsheets and data-base software to collect, process, display, and analyze information. Students access needed information from electronic data bases and on-line telecommunication services.

21 -Identify and use electronic resources 25 - Be able to take simple notes 32 - Use specialized encyclopedias and subject dictionaries (print/nonprint) 33 - Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information 35 - Understand plagiarism and the need for documentation when doing a research project 38 - Use appropriate search engines, metasearch engines, and directories to access information on the Internet 40 - Analyze and synthesize the information gathered.

LMS will instruct students in using electronic databases and Microsoft Excel

Systematically obtain accurate and relevant information pertaining to a particular topic from a range of sources, including local and national media, libraries, museums, governmental agencies, industries, and individuals

17 - Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 18 - Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials by title, author, subject, and/or series 21 - Identify and use electronic resources 24 - Know that interlibrary loan is available and follow appropriate procedures 27 - Select appropriate resources for reference information 39 - Use a search strategy to access and retrieve information 40 - Analyze and synthesize the information gathered. 41 - Use an electronic catalog to locate and borrow resources through interlibrary loan

LMS will assist students in finding and using newspapers, electronic, and print resources and help students obtain information from other agencies

2.2 Understand the need to question the accuracy of information displayed on a computer because the results produced by a computer may be affected by incorrect data entry

39 - Use a search strategy to access and retrieve information 40 - Analyze and synthesize the information gathered.

LMS will teach students how to evaluate web resources for accuracy and authenticity

Understand why electronically stored personal information has greater potential for misuse than records kept in conventional form

40 - Analyze and synthesize the information gathered.

LMS will show students personal webpages with misinformation and have them compare them to authoritative, accurate sites

2.3 Use graphical, statistical, and presentation software to present projects to fellow classmates

25 - Be able to take simple notes 29 - Be able to paraphrase information 37 - Use multimedia software to produce presentations

LMS will instruct students in how to use graphical software and Microsoft PowerPoint to present their projects

Describe applications of information technology in mathematics, science, and other technologies that address needs and solve problems in the community

17 - Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 18 - Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials by title, author, subject, and/or series 21 - Identify and use electronic resources 24 - Know that interlibrary loan is available and follow appropriate procedures 27 - Select appropriate resources for reference information 38 - Use appropriate search engines, metasearch engines, and directories to access information on the Internet 39 - Use a search strategy to access and retrieve information 40 - Analyze and synthesize the information gathered. 41 - Use an electronic catalog to locate and borrow resources through interlibrary loan

LMS will work with students to help them research applications of information technology

Explain the impact of the use and abuse of electronically generated information on individuals and families

38 - Use appropriate search engines, metasearch engines, and directories to access information on the Internet 39 - Use a search strategy to access and retrieve information 40 - Analyze and synthesize the information gathered.

LMS will teach students how to evaluate web resources for accuracy and authenticity

Standard 3: Mathematics

Students will understand mathematics and become mathematically confident by communicating and reasoning mathematically, by applying mathematics in real-world settings, and by solving problems through the integrated study of number systems, geometry, algeb

Mathematical Reasoning

3.1 Make conclusions based on inductive reasoning

17 - Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 18 - Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials by title, author, subject, and/or series 21 - Identify and use electronic resources 27 - Select appropriate resources for reference information 39 - Use a search strategy to access and retrieve information 40 - Analyze and synthesize the information gathered.

LMS will provide resources with examples of inductive reasoning

3.2 Number and Numeration

Understand and apply ratios, proportions, and percents through a wide variety of hands-on explorations

LMS will booktalk trade books that have practical applications of math

3.3 Operations

Demonstrate an understanding of operational algorithms (procedures for adding, subtracting, etc.)

25 - Be able to take simple notes

LMS will teach students how to take simple notes in an effort to explain operations such as adding and subtracting

Apply concepts of ratio and proportion to solve problems

LMS will preselect Internet sites involving realistic scenarios dealing with ratios

3.4 Modeling/Multiple Representation

Visualize, represent, and transform two- and three- dimensional shapes

LMS will assist students in creating 2 and 3 dimensional shapes using multimedia software

Use maps and scale drawings to represent real objects or places

14 - Know what the reference section is in the library 15 - Locate books on the shelves by using call numbers 17 - Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 18 - Use the electronic/card catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 21 - Identify and use electronic resources 23 - Use preselected/bookmarked sites on the Internet 27 - Select appropriate resources for reference information 33 - Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information

LMS will instruct students on using local geographic resources

Use concrete materials and diagrams to describe the operation of real world processes and systems

14 - Know what the reference section is in the library 15 - Locate books on the shelves by using call numbers 17 - Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 18 - Use the electronic/card catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 21 - Identify and use electronic resources 23 - Use preselected/bookmarked sites on the Internet 27 - Select appropriate resources for reference information 33 - Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information

LMS will help students find resources that they can use as guides for making their own diagrams

3.5 Measurement

Estimate, make, and use measurements in real-world situations

14 - Know what the reference section is in the library 15 - Locate books on the shelves by using call numbers 17 - Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 18 - Use the electronic/card catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 21 - Identify and use electronic resources 23 - Use preselected/bookmarked sites on the Internet 27 - Select appropriate resources for reference information 33 - Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information

LMS will provide some resources on different forms of measurement and guide students in finding other sources

Explore and produce graphic representations of data using calculators/computers

25 - Be able to take simple notes 37 - Use multimedia software to produce presentations

LMS will demonstrate how to produce graphic representations with computer software

3.6 Uncertainty

Use estimation to check the reasonableness of results obtained by computation, algorithms, or the use of technology

LMS will demonstrate how to display students' results using Microsoft Excel

3.7 Patterns/Functions

Recognize, describe, and generalize a wide variety of patterns and functions

LMS will find books and media showing patterns that students will need to describe

Describe and represent patterns and functional relationships using tables, charts and graphs, algebraic expressions, rules, and verbal descriptions

25 - Be able to take simple notes 37 - Use multimedia software to produce presentations

LMS will teach students how to make tables in Microsoft Word or Excel

Use patterns and functions to represent and solve problems

LMS will help students find real-life scenarios to solve problems by applying mathematical concepts

Standard 4: Science

Students will understand and apply scientific concepts, principles, and theories pertaining to the physical setting and living environment and recognize the historical development of ideas in science.

Physical Setting

4.1 Explain daily, monthly, and seasonal changes on earth

17 - Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 18 - Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials by title, author, subject, and/or series 21 - Identify and use electronic resources 27 - Select appropriate resources for reference information 38 - Use appropriate search engines, metasearch engines, and directories to access information on the Internet 39 - Use a search strategy to access and retrieve information 40 - Analyze and synthesize the information gathered.

LMS will help students navigate and utilize websites like the National Weather Bureau

4.2 Explain how the atmosphere (air), hydrosphere (water), and lithosphere (land) interact, evolve, and change

14 - Know what the reference section is in the library 15 - Locate books on the shelves by using call numbers 17 - Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 18 - Use the electronic/card catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 21 - Identify and use electronic resources 23 - Use preselected/bookmarked sites on the Internet 27 - Select appropriate resources for reference information 33 - Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information 38 - Use appropriate search engines, metasearch engines, and directories to access information on the Internet

LMS will assist students in finding resources (print and electronic) on ecology such as the environment of the rainforest

Describe volcano and earthquake patterns, the rock cycle, and weather and climate changes

14 - Know what the reference section is in the library 15 - Locate books on the shelves by using call numbers 17 - Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 18 - Use the electronic/card catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 21 - Identify and use electronic resources 23 - Use preselected/bookmarked sites on the Internet 27 - Select appropriate resources for reference information 33 - Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information 38 - Use appropriate search engines, metasearch engines, and directories to access information on the Internet

LMS will help students find material on meteorology, geology, and volcanology

4.3 Observe and describe properties of materials, such as density, conductivity, and solubility

14 - Know what the reference section is in the library 15 - Locate books on the shelves by using call numbers 17 - Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 18 - Use the electronic/card catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 21 - Identify and use electronic resources 23 - Use preselected/bookmarked sites on the Internet 27 - Select appropriate resources for reference information 33 - Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information 38 - Use appropriate search engines, metasearch engines, and directories to access information on the Internet

LMS will help students find examples involving physical properties of matter such as conducting electricity through steel vs. plastic

4.4 Describe the sources and identify the transformations of energy observed in everyday life

14 - Know what the reference section is in the library 15 - Locate books on the shelves by using call numbers 17 - Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 18 - Use the electronic/card catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 21 - Identify and use electronic resources 23 - Use preselected/bookmarked sites on the Internet 27 - Select appropriate resources for reference information 33 - Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information 38 - Use appropriate search engines, metasearch engines, and directories to access information on the Internet

LMS will provide resources on energy and its uses in everyday life

4.5 Describe different patterns of motion of objects

14 - Know what the reference section is in the library 15 - Locate books on the shelves by using call numbers 17 - Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 18 - Use the electronic/card catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 21 - Identify and use electronic resources 23 - Use preselected/bookmarked sites on the Internet 27 - Select appropriate resources for reference information 33 - Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information 38 - Use appropriate search engines, metasearch engines, and directories to access information on the Internet

LMS will provide physics resources (electronic and print)

Living Environment

4.1 Compare and contrast the parts of plants, animals, and one-celled organisms

LMS will teach students how to write a compare/contrast essay

Explain the functioning of the major human organ systems and their interactions

14 - Know what the reference section is in the library 15 - Locate books on the shelves by using call numbers 17 - Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 18 - Use the electronic/card catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 21 - Identify and use electronic resources 23 - Use preselected/bookmarked sites on the Internet 27 - Select appropriate resources for reference information 33 - Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information 37 - Use multimedia software to produce presentations 38 - Use appropriate search engines, metasearch engines, and directories to access information on the Internet

LMS will find resources (multimedia and online) on human anatomy and help students search for needed information

4.2 Describe sexual and asexual mechanisms for passing genetic materials from generation to generation

17 - Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 18 - Use the electronic/card catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 21 - Identify and use electronic resources 23 - Use preselected/bookmarked sites on the Internet 27 - Select appropriate resources for reference information 33 - Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information 38 - Use appropriate search engines, metasearch engines, and directories to access information on the Internet

LMS will help students find resources on reproduction in plants and animals

4.3 Describe sources of variation in organisms and their structures and relate the variations to survival

LMS will find resources on evolution, Darwin, and survival of the fittest for students to explore in greater depth

4.4 Observe and describe cell division at the microscopic level and its macroscopic effects

25 - Be able to take simple notes

LMS will teach students how to jot down notes when studying cells under a microscope

4.5 Compare the way a variety of living specimens carry out basic life functions and maintain dynamic equilibrium

LMS will provide resources on ecosystems and biomes

Describe the importance of major nutrients, vitamins, and minerals in maintaining health and promoting growth and explain the need for a constant input of energy for living organisms

25 - Be able to take simple notes 29 - Be able to paraphrase information 35 - Understand plagiarism and the need for documentation when doing a research project 37 - Use multimedia software to produce presentations

LMS will guide students through print, electronic, and software resources on the human body and nutrition; LMS will also teach students how to take notes and paraphrase

4.6 Describe the flow of energy and matter through food chains and food webs

25 - Be able to take simple notes 29 - Be able to paraphrase information 35 - Understand plagiarism and the need for documentation when doing a research project

LMS will find information on the food chain and help students graph information gathered in food webs

Provide evidence that green plants make food and explain the significance of this process to other organisms

LMS will compile print and nonprint hotlists for students to gather information from

4.7 Describe how living things, including humans, depend upon the living and nonliving environment for their survival

LMS will help students find sources on the environment and ecosystems

Describe the effects of environmental changes on humans and other populations

LMS will explore effects of acid rain and the greenhouse effect to provide examples environmental changes

Standard 5: Technology

Students will apply technological knowledge and skills to design, construct, use, and evaluate products and systems to satisfy human and environmental needs.

5.1 Engineering Design

Identify needs and opportunities for technical solutions from an investigation of situations of general or social interest

LMS will share and discuss How Willy Got His Wheels, a story of a dog who was given the chance to walk because of a special device created for him

Locate and utilize a range of printed, electronic, and human information resources to obtain ideas

15 - Locate books on the shelves by using the call numbers 17 - Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 18 - Use the electronic/card catalog to locate materials on particular subjects 20 - Locate and use somple dictionaries, thesauri, and encyclopedias 21 - Identify and use electronic resources 23 - Use preselected/bookmarked sites on the Internet 24 - Know that interlibrary loan is available and follow appropriate procedures 27 - Select appropriate resources for reference information 28 - Use primary and secondary information resources 32 - Use specialized encyclopedias and subject dictionaries (print and nonprint) 33 - Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information 34 - Use biographical reference works 36 - Use magazine indices to retrieve articles for pleasure and information 38 - Use appropriate search engines, metasearch engines, and directories to access information on the Internet

LMS will provide a variety of resources for students to explore, navigate, and become proficient in using

Tools, Resources, and Technological Processes

5.2 Choose and use resources for a particular purpose based upon an analysis and understanding of their properties, costs, availability, and environmental impact

LMS will create a project whereby students will incorporate costs, availability, etc. within a specified budget

Computer Technology

5.3 Assemble a computer system including keyboard, central processing unit and disc drives, mouse, modem, printer and monitor

LMS will help students locate sources that detail how to assemble computer parts

Use a computer system to connect to and access needed information from various Internet sites

33 - Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information 36 - Use magazine indices to retrieve articles for pleasure and information (print/nonprint) 38 - Use appropriate search engines, metasearch engines, and directories to access information on the Internet 39 - Use a search strategy to access and retrieve information 40 - Analyze and synthesize the information gathered. 41 - Use an electronic catalog to locate and borrow resources through interlibrary loan 43 - Recognize the difference between a citation,and abstract, and a full-text article 44 - Use cross references and/or related terms to access additional information

LMS will create an electronic scavenger hunt for students to become familiar with electronic databases and websites

Use a computer system to monitor and control external events and/or systems

33 - Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information 38 - Use appropriate search engines, metasearch engines, and directories to access information on the Internet 39 - Use a search strategy to access and retrieve information 40 - Analyze and synthesize the information gathered. 43 - Recognize the difference between a citation,and abstract, and a full-text article 44 - Use cross references and/or related terms to access additional information

LMS will help students monitor and navigate weather satellites displaying information online

Technological Systems

Select appropriate technological systems on the basis of safety, function, cost, ease of operation, and quality of post-purchase support

LMS will devise a research project in which students will explore various computer companies and purchase the best computer system for home use on the basis of cost, ease of operation, etc.

History and Evolution of Technology

5.5 Describe how the evolution of technology led to the shift in society from an agricultural base to an industrial base to an information base

LMS will provide examples of how technological advances have changed society by finding articles pertaining to the Industrial Revolution

Understand the contributions of people of different genders, races, and ethnic groups to technological development

LMS will highlight collections on inventions and contributions made

Describe how new technologies have evolved as a result of combining existing technologies (e.g. photography combined optics and chemistry; the airplane combined kite and glider technology with a lightweight gasoline engine)

LMS will help students research existing technology in order for them to combine several and create a new technology

Impacts of Technology

5.6 Describe how outputs of a technological system can be desired, undesired, expected, or unexpected

LMS will expose students to accidental discoveries causing unforeseen consequences which they will have to explore and research themselves; LMS will guide them through research process

Describe through examples how modern technology reduces manufacturing and construction costs and produces more uniform products

LMS will gather information on car manufacturing and assembly line techniques that have improved as a result of technological advances

Management of Technology

5.7 Provide examples of products that are well (and poorly) designed and made, describe their positive and negative attributes, and suggest measures that can be implemented to monitor quality during production

LMS will expose students to the Edsel car which was envisioned to be an outstanding model but became known as the "lemon;" students will research this under the guidance of the LMS

Standard 6: Interconnectedness: Common Themes

Students will understand the relationships and common themes that connect mathematics, science, and technology and apply the themes to these and other areas of learning.

Systems Thinking

6.1 Describe the differences and similarities between engineering systems, natural systems, and social systems

LMS will gather materials for students to research different systems

Magnitude and Scale

6.3 Cite examples of how different aspects of natural and designed systems change at different rates with changes in scale

LMS will gather resources on thermodynamics, the study of heat, and how it affects substances for students to explore further

Equilibrium and Stability

6.4 Describe how feedback mechanisms are used in both designed and natural systems to keep changes within desired limits

LMS will provide the example of how a thermostat and a person's body temperature (homeostasis) are regulated similarly and map this in a venn diagram for students to use with their own research topic

Patterns of Change

6.5 Observe patterns of change in trends or cycles and make predictions on what might happen in the future

23 - Use preselected/bookmarked sites on the Internet 27 - Select appropriate resources for reference information

LMS will teach students how to use an almanac and census data to study population growth over time

Optimization

6.6 Use graphs of information for a decision making problem to determine the optimum solution

37 - Use multimedia software to produce presentations

LMS will teach students how to graph their information collected using multimedia software

Standard 7: Interdisciplinary Problem Solving

Students will apply the knowledge and thinking skills of mathematics, science, and technology to address real-life problems and make informed decisions.

Connections

7.1 Analyze science/technology/society problems and issues at the local level and plan and carry out a remedial course of action

25 - Be able to take simple notes 29 - Be able to paraphrase information 35 - Understand plagiarism and the need for documentation when doing a research project

LMS will assist teacher in compiling a list of local or school problems for students to choose from and remediate

Strategies

7.2 Students participate in an extended, culminating mathematics, science, and technology project. The project would require students to work effectively, gather and process information, generate and analyze ideas, observe common themes, realize ideas, and present results.

LMS will help teacher create a project in which students must solve a problem