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Logarithmic Modeling
Explore logarithms and logarithmic regression. Young mathematicians first learn about inverse functions and about the logarithm function family. They take their newfound knowledge to use logarithmic functions to model situations and...
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Exponential Modeling
Investigate exponential growth and decay. A set of six activities has pupils collecting and researching data in a variety of situations involving exponential relationships. They model these situations with exponential functions and solve...
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Buying on Credit
Explore using credit in this financial responsibility and math lesson. Learn to identify the acronym of "PRT" as Principle x Rate x Time, then calculate interest based on this formula. Do some real-world problem solving and choose...
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Database
In this technology worksheet, students examine the graphics in order to see how the information is organized for a database. They use the sheet as a reference for making database entries.
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Holiday Cards
Students review basic computer skills needed to create a holiday card along with a database of at least twenty five contacts. They create their family greeting card including graphics, correct spelling an grammar. Using their database...
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How to Use the Kentucky Virtual Library
Looking for a way to use the Kentucky Virtual Library (KYVL) in your classroom? Use this presentation to show your students the step-by-step procedure for finding an article on the database. The slideshow would work for secondary grade...
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Color Theory & Using Layers
Students investigate the color wheel theory and incorporate it into simple sketches on their handheld. The importance of the use of layering and the difference between primary, secondary, and tertiary colors is presented in this lesson.
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Using Database to Organize Information
Fifth graders collect information about an assigned topic. They organize data by using a database.
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Database Detectives Hold an Election ~ Part 3
Students use a database to conduct a schoolwide election. They discover the importance of voting and democracy. They incourage one another to vote.
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Novel Character Study
Students complete a character study using a database to compile information from a novel. They design a five slide presentation highlighting the character's reaction to different situations in the book. They write an acrostic poem using...
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Animal Kingdom Characteristics using Microsoft Access
Students create a computer database to discover relationships present in the Animal Kingdom. In this classification lesson, students enter data into a Microsoft Access database. They answer questions on a worksheet and create a visual...
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Calculating Population Growth for a Region
Students research population growth of regions of Canada. In this Social Studies lesson, students use included links on the Internet to find information about population growth in areas of Canada. A worksheet for each region is included....
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Analyzing Hurricanes Using Web and Desktop GIS
Young scholars analyze hurricanes. In hurricanes lesson, students use the Internet and GIS to analyze hurricanes. Young scholars view the National Atlas of Maps to discuss the direction hurricanes move. Students study the wind and...
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Important Decisions Don't Just Happen! Using Data to Plan Your Services
Students interpret statistics. In this data lesson, students examine and organize given data. They present the data in a grid format. Using the census data, students determine the best location for a local business.
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Sherlock Holmes Database Investigation
Students conduct a character study using the literature of Sherlock Holmes. They use a database with different cases that need to be solved. Students use the computer software to work through a list of suspects and match them with the...
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Learning Theories
Students access the ERIC database and search for the resources on learning theories. They use the features of ERIC to bookmark sources and then use Excel to create a summary of the database search.
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Giants of the Century
Middle and high schoolers study significant people who shaped the 20th-century history and are introduced to database tools. Researchers use the Internet to research five 20th century history makers. They write a short biography of five...
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National Marine Sanctuaries Shipwrecks
Junior oceanographers access the Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary Shipwreck Database and plot the locations of several shipwrecks. Shipwrecks are always an enthralling subject and this activity allows your learners to act as...
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Evaluating Information Sources Worksheet
Your class is getting ready for its first big research project. While they know how to use the Internet, do they know how to find academic information? Do they know how to find credible sources? Give them this packet and bring them to...
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What Kind of Eaters Were Dinosaurs?
Second graders use a database to gather more information on dinosaurs. Using the information, they discover how the database is organized and how to get different information from it. They complete a worksheet with comprehension...
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Creating a Database: Africa, Technology, Social Studies
Students use technology to create a database demonstrating their knowlede (in the case) of the African Continent. This project could be applied to almost any other concept studied.
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DATABASE INTRODUCTION AND BASIC APPLICATIONS USING STUDENT FAMILY TREES
Students gather information about family, parents, and grandparents using the database form. They place their personal information into the database and save the information to compile class in formation. They develop skills in database...
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Disasters - Where, When, Why
Fourth graders research natural disasters that have occurred in the US in the twentieth century. They create computer based database and use the information to write a paragraph.
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Burning It Up
Students explore energy as it relates to body function. Data about the personal physical activity of students is gathered and entered into a database which is utilized to test hypotheses made.