9th - 12th Grade Science
 
While learning to record investigations clearly and accurately:		  
 
The student selects and uses appropriate software depending on the task.  (Example might include selecting integrated software including word processing, spreadsheet, and database to create a comprehensive report or document.)
RESOURCES:
Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access Tutorials

For Teacher use, Atomic Learning tutorials.

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The student uses a word processing application to create and edit a document that contains text (words, phrases, and sentences) and images.  (Examples might include journals, reports, cards, calendars, flyers, etc.)
RESOURCES:
Microsoft Word Tutorials

Helpful lab reports from The Writing Center at the University of Madison-Wisconsin

Incorporating Technology into the Scientific Method
 
The student creates basic spreadsheets to organize and display information. (Examples might include using Excel, etc.)
RESOURCES:
 Help with spreadsheets

Using Excel to Fit a Titration Curve 

Incorporating Technology into the Scientific Method 
 

While learning to explain data with precision and accuracy:

  
   
The student creates and enhances presentations and documents using appropriate elements and principals of design. (Examples might include repetition of a limited number of colors, fonts, or patterns, continuity of placement of elements, inclusion of images and sounds, etc.)
RESOURCES:
 Dazzle the classroom with strong presentation skills
   
The student plans, creates, and analyzes simple multimedia products collaboratively combining visual elements, sounds, and words to communicate concepts.

 

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The student evaluates, selects, and uses telecommunication tools and online resources to communicate ideas that persuade, describe, inform, or involve.

 

 RESOURCES:
 Global Climate Change in the 21st Century
   
The student recognizes the appropriate use of Internet communication tools.  (Examples might include weblogs, chat rooms, bulletin boards, etc.)

 

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While learning to analyze data via calculation and inference:
 
   
The student uses search strategies and navigational skills to locate and retrieve information on an approved CCSD online resource.
RESOURCES:
Cobb Virtual Library
netTrekker
 

 
   
The student selects and uses technology tools for data collection, analysis, presentation, collaboration and/or creativity to solve problems and make decisions.
RESOURCES:
 Mitosis in Cyberspace

The The Mars Millenium Project  

 

 
   
The student uses technology to create, add, edit, and draw conclusions from information displayed in charts and graphs.  (Examples might include using  Excel, etc.)
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The student selects and uses a variety of technology tools to locate, analyze, synthesize, evaluate and/or apply information to accomplish a content specific task.
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The student uses technology tools to research possible solutions to “real world” issues.
RESOURCES:
 The Web Based Science Inquiry Project

American Museum of Natural History

The Mystery Spot

Access Excellence Mysteries