Eye Colors

Author: Clay Ledford  2/26/2007 5:11:00 PM EDT		 TaskStream - Tools of Engagement

VITAL INFORMATION
Subject(s):
Elementary, Mathematics, Science
 
Topic or Unit of Study:
This lesson will study the different eye colors within our class.
 
Grade/Level:
5
 
Objective:
1. Students will use a data sheet to gather information on the different eye colors found in our classroom.

2. Students will use the information by putting it into Microsoft Excel.

3. The Students will then take the results and create a graph using Microsoft Excel.
 
Summary:
The students will use a data sheet to research about the different eye colors in our class, and then go to the computer lab to insert the data into Microsoft Excel. Then create a graph using Microsoft Excel on the results of the study.
 
IMPLEMENTATION
Learning Context:
This is the first lesson in the unit about genetics.
 
Procedure:
Day 1:
- Introduce the children to the idea of why everyone is different from each other.
- Read and discuss the first part of the unit on genetics in our text books.
- Pass out the data sheets to the students and have them walk around the room writing down the color of every students eyes in the classroom.

Day 2:
- Take the students down into the computer lab and introduce them to Microsoft Excel.
- Have the students enter the results of the experiment into a grid in Microsoft Excel.
- Have the students create a graph of the results by using Microsoft Ecxel.
- Have the students turn in the results.

Day 3:
- End the lesson by watching a Bill Nye the Science Guy Movie about genetics.
 
Differentiated Instruction:
The school computer lab is set up for individuals with learning disabilities. The classroom aid will assist students with any child with learning disabilities.
 
Sample Student Products:
Attachments
  1. Student Sample
 
Collaboration:
Students will work collaboratively & individually. Students will work in groups of 1.
 
Time Allotment:
3 class periods. 1 Hr per class.
 
Author's Comments & Reflections:
Reserve the computer lab for about 1 hour for 1 day.
 
MATERIALS AND RESOURCES
Instructional Materials:
Attachments
  1. Data Sheet
 
Resources:
  • Materials and resources:
    Bill Nye the Science Guy movie about genetics.
  • Technology resources:
    Excel, School media center
  • The number of computers required is 1 per student.
  • Students Familiarity with Software Tool:
    The students know how to use the computers but will get a refreshment course on Microsoft Excel.
 
STANDARDS & ASSESSMENT
Standards:
USA- American Assc. of School Librarians: Info. Literacy Standards for Student Learning
• Area : Information Literacy
From Chapter 2, "Information Literacy Standards for Student Learning," of Information Power: Building Partnerships for Learning by American Association of School Librarians and Association for Educational Communications and Technology. Copyright 1998 American Library Association and Association for Educational Communications and Technology. Reprinted by permission of the American Library Association.
 Standard 1: The student who is information literate accesses information efficiently and effectively.
 Standard 2: The student who is information literate evaluates information critically and competently
 Standard 3: The student who is information literate uses information accurately and creatively

USA- ISTE: Profiles for Technology Literate Students (includes NETS for Students)
• Grade : Grades 3-5

Numbers in parentheses following each performance indicator refer to the standards category to which the performance is linked. The categories are:
1. Basic operations and concepts
2. Social, ethical, and human issues
3. Technology productivity tools
4. Technology communications tools
5. Technology research tools
6. Technology problem-solving and decision-making tools

Reprinted from National Educational Technology Standards for Students - Connecting Curriculum and Technology, copyright © 2000, ISTE (International Society for Technology in Education), 800.336.5191 (U.S. & Canada) or 541.302.3777 (Int’l), iste@iste.org, www.iste.org. All rights reserved. For more information about the NETS Project, contact Lajeane Thomas, Director, NETS Project, 318.257.3923, lthomas@latech.edu. Reprint permission does not constitute an endorsement by ISTE or the NETS Project.

 Performance Objective 1: Use keyboards and other common input and output devices (including adaptive devices when necessary) efficiently and effectively. (1)
 Performance Objective 2: Discuss common uses of technology in daily life and the advantages and disadvantages those uses provide. (1, 2)
 Performance Objective 3: Discuss basic issues related to responsible use of technology and information and describe personal consequences of inappropriate use. (2)
 Performance Objective 4: Use general purpose productivity tools and peripherals to support personal productivity, remediate skill deficits, and facilitate learning throughout the curriculum. (3)
 Performance Objective 5: Use technology tools (e.g., multimedia authoring, presentation, Web tools, digital cameras, scanners) for individual and collaborative writing, communication, and publishing activities to create knowledge products for audiences inside and outside the classroom. (3, 4)
 Performance Objective 8: Use technology resources (e.g., calculators, data collection probes, videos, educational software) for problem solving, self-directed learning, and extended learning activities. (5, 6)
 Performance Objective 9: Determine which technology is useful and select the appropriate tool(s) and technology resources to address a variety of tasks and problems. (5, 6)
 Performance Objective 10: Evaluate the accuracy, relevance, appropriateness, comprehensiveness, and bias of electronic information sources. (6)

MI- Michigan Grade Level Content Expectations
• Subject : MATHEMATICS
• Grade : FIFTH GRADE
• Strand : DATA AND PROBABILITY
• Topic : Construct and interpret line graphs
 Expectation : D.RE.05.01 Read and interpret line graphs, and solve problems based on line graphs, e.g., distance-time graphs, and problems with two or three line graphs on same axes, comparing different data.
 Expectation : D.RE.05.02 Construct line graphs from tables of data; include axis labels and scale.
 
Assessment/Rubrics:
Rubrics
  1. Eye Colors Rubric