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Lesson Plan 2

Title:  The Circulatory System
Subject Areas: Science, Language Arts, & Technology
Grade Level:  Fifth
Teacher:  Barbara Hartsoe
School:  Bank Street El. / Fort Mill El

Summary of Lesson:   This unit lasts several days.  During this time, students will study the circulatory system, conduct research using both conventional and Internet sites, and – working with two or three peers - create a PowerPoint presentation with at least 6 slides.
Lesson Details
Objectives: 
  1. The student will be able to identify the parts of the circulatory system and explain the function of each.
  2. The student will be able create a PowerPoint presentation.
Setting: Computer Lab and Multiple Computer Classroom
Procedures: 
  1. Introduction of project and unit.
  2. Classroom instruction on the circulatory system. (Use textbook as guide or foundation.)
  3. Conduct research on the circulatory system using both conventional materials and Internet sites. May be done in classroom.
  4. Model for students the use of Microsoft PowerPoint. (Use ProView or similar technology) Provide a tutorial for students to practice skills. Classroom or lab.
  5. Students work in small groups and produce a PowerPoint presentation based on their research. Lab or classroom.
  6. Students will share their presentation with classmates.
Technology 
Specific Activity:
  1. The student will review information at specific web sites as assigned by the teacher.
  2. The student will learn how to produce a PowerPoint presentation; and will demonstrate this skill by creating a presentation on the circulatory system.
Assessment:  The student will be graded based on a checklist or rubric. An example follows.

Technology Skills
Group uses at least 2 fonts and 2 sizes.
Group includes at least 6 slides
Group inserted at least 3 graphics.
Group utilized appropriate navigational buttons.
Group listed sources and included one hyperlink.

Writing Skills
Presentation contains main ideas and supporting details.
Slides have a logical sequence.
Vocabulary is developmentally appropriate.
Use of capitalization is developmentally appropriate.
Use of punctuation is developmentally appropriate.
There are no spelling errors,
OR no errors that detract from the comprehension.

Science Content
Major parts of the circulatory system are identified and their function explained.
State Standards Addressed:         
  Science II A (2b)  Label the parts and distinguish among the function of the major organs of the circulatory system, including heart, arteries, veins, capillaries, and blood cells.
Science I A (4) Communicate …
Reading/English Language Arts IB The student will continue to read and demonstrate comprehension of a variety of literary forms including fiction, nonfiction, and poetry.
Reading/English Language Arts II A (1 and 2) The student will listen, draw conclusions, and share responses in subject-related group learning activities.
  • Participate in and contribute to discussions across content areas.
  • Organize information to present reports of group activities.
Reading/English Language Arts IV (A) The student will write for a variety of purposes…
  • Organize information 
  • Use vocabulary effectively
  • Edit…
  • Use available technology
Reading/English Language Arts IV (E)

The student will publish in a variety of formats…
Reading/English Language Arts IV (G) The student will use the writing process to record information accurately and to research and report information.
Reading/English Language Arts V The student will synthesize information from a variety of appropriately selected resources
  • Skim materials to develop a general overview of content or to locate specific information.
  • Continue to communicate the information and findings in written and oral forms
Reading/English Language Arts VI (Technology) (B) The student will develop basic technology skills
Reading/English Language Arts VI (Technology) (C) 

The student will process, store, retrieve, and transmit electronic information

  • Use search strategies …
Reading/English Language Arts VI (Technology) (D)  The student will communicate through application software
  • Use simple computer graphics …
Materials
Resources:  

Science and or Health textbook, encyclopedias, miscellaneous nonfiction resource and trade books, and the following web sites -
http://tqjunior.thinkquest.org/5777/cir1.htm
http://www.msms.doe.k12.ms.us/biology/anatomy/circulatory/circulatory.html
http://www.imcpl.org/kids_circ.htm
http://www.jfkhealthworld.org/LivingGad/CIRC.HTM
http://sln.fi.edu/biosci/systems/circulation.html
Software:  Microsoft Word  
Miscellaneous: No additional …    (Teacher will need access to ProView)

 

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