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Integrated Technology: ONE-STOP® Planner forHOLT Earth Science Textbook

Mirta CarpenterMEDT 7461Fall 2012

IndexModule 2

Table of Contents

I. Getting Started READ ME FIRST.pdfII. Overview

• Purpose & Rationale• Audience• Standards• Outcomes• Guiding Questions• Objectives

(HOLT Earth Science ONE-STOP PLANNER, 2006)

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Table of Contents (continued…)III. Introduction of Topic: Holt ONE-STOP PLANNER

• What is the Holt ONE-STOP PLANNER?• Installer Disc• Resource Disc• PowerPoint Resources Disc• Benefits

IV. Instructional Activities• Guided Practice #1: Getting Started with ONE-STOP

PLANNER and using ExamView. GUIDED PRACTICE 1.pdf• Guided Practice #2: Powerful Teaching Planning Tool GUIDED PRACTICE 2.pdf

IndexModule 2

Table of Contents (continued…)V. Evaluation

• Participant FeedbackVI. Conclusion

• Acknowledgements• Professional Learning Unit Credit• Follow-up and Future Support• References

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Before Getting Started

Module 2 presentation is specifically oriented to assist physical science teachers with the application of the HOLT ONE-STOP PLANNER CD-ROM package. The ONE-STOP PLANNER is a highly effective teacher planning tool for planning and managing lessons. Prior to starting, READ this document provided to see what is needed to complete this module. Right click over “READ” and press “Open Hyperlink.”

The Professional Development Plan for Module 2 is provided here. Right click and press “Open Hyperlink” to open this link: plan.pdf

Getting StartedModule 2

OverviewModule 2

Purpose & Rationale

The purpose of this module is to instruct physical science teachers using the HOLT Earth Science textbook on how to implement and effectively benefit from the use the HOLT ONE-STOP PLANNER (CD-ROM). The PLANNER is a powerful tool that incorporates ExamView Test Generator, Lab Materials QuickList Software, Holt PuzzlePro, and Interactive Teacher Edition.

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Audience

The audience for Module 2 are science teachers, specifically physical science teachers.

AASL Standards for the 21st Century Learner Learners will use skills, resources, and tools to inquire, think critically, and gain knowledge.1.1.6 Read, view, and listen for information

presented in any format (e.g., textual, visual, media, digital) in order to make inferences and gather meaning.

1.3.5 Use information technology responsibly.1.4.1 Monitor own information-seeking processes

for effectiveness and progress, and adapt as necessary.

1.4.2 Use interaction with and feedback from teachers and peers to guide own inquiry process.

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AASL Standards for the 21st Century Learner Learners will use skills, resources, & tools to draw conclusions, make

informed decisions, apply knowledge to new situations, and create new knowledge.

2.1.1 Continue an inquiry-based research process by applying critical-thinking skills (analysis, synthesis, evaluation, organization) to information and knowledge in order to construct new understandings, draw conclusions, and create new knowledge.

2.1.2 Organize knowledge so that it is useful.2.1.3 Use strategies to draw conclusions from information and

apply knowledge to curricular areas, real-world situations, and further investigations.

2.1.4 Use technology and other information tools to analyze and organize information.

2.2.2 Use both divergent and convergent thinking to formulate alternative conclusions and test them against the evidence.

2.2.3 Employ a critical stance in drawing conclusions by demonstrating that the pattern of evidence leads to a decision or conclusion.

2.2.4 Demonstrate personal productivity by completing products to express learning.

2.3.1 Connect understanding to the real world.2.3.2 Consider diverse and global perspectives in drawing

conclusions.

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AASL Standards for the 21st Century Learner Learners will use skills, resources, & tools to share knowledge and participate ethically and productively as members of our democratic society.

3.1.1 Conclude an inquiry-based research process by sharing newunderstandings and reflecting on the learning.

3.1.4 Use technology and other information tools to organize and display knowledge and understanding in ways that others can view, use, and assess.

3.1.5 Connect learning to community issues.3.1.6 Use information and technology ethically and

responsibly.3.3.4 Create products that apply to authentic, real-world

contexts.

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AASL Standards for the 21st Century Learner Learners will use skills, resources, & tools to pursue personal and aesthetic growth.4.1.3 Respond to literature and creative expressions of

ideas in various formats and genres.4.1.5 Connect ideas to own interests and previous

knowledge and experience.4.1.6 Organize personal knowledge in a way that can be

called upon easily.4.1.7 Use social networks and information tools to gather

and share information.4.2.1 Display curiosity by pursuing interests through

multiple resources.4.3.1 Participate in the social exchange of ideas, both

electronically and in person.4.4.5 Develop personal criteria for gauging how

effectively own ideas are expressed.4.4.6 Evaluate own ability to select resources that are

engaging and appropriate for personal interests and needs.

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National Technology Standards for Teachers (NETS-T)

1. Facilitate and Inspire Student Learning and Creativity Teachers use their

knowledge of subject matter, teaching and learning, and technology to facilitate

experiences that advance student learning, creativity, and innovation in both

face-to-face and virtual environments. Teachers:a. promote, support, and model creative and innovative thinking and

inventivenessb. engage students in exploring real-world issues and solving

authentic problems using digital tools and resourcesc. promote student reflection using collaborative tools to reveal and

clarify students’ conceptual understanding and thinking, planning, and creative

processesd. model collaborative knowledge construction by engaging in

learning with students, colleagues, and others in face-to-face and virtual environments

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2. Design and Develop Digital-Age Learning Experiences and Assessments Teachers design, develop, and evaluate authentic

learning experiences and assessments incorporating contemporary tools and resources to

maximize content learning in context and to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes

identified in the NETS•S. Teachers:a. design or adapt relevant learning experiences that incorporate

digital tools and resources to promote student learning and creativityc. customize and personalize learning activities to address students’

diverse learning styles, working strategies, and abilities using digital tools and

resourcesd. provide students with multiple and varied formative and summative

assessments aligned with content and technology standards and use resulting

data to inform learning and teaching

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3. Model Digital-Age Work and Learning Teachers exhibit knowledge, skills, and work processes representative of an innovative professional in a global and digital

society. Teachers:a. demonstrate fluency in technology systems and the transfer of

current knowledge to new technologies and situationsb. collaborate with students, peers, parents, and community

members using digital tools and resources to support student success and innovationc. communicate relevant information and ideas effectively to

students, parents, and peers using a variety of digital-age media and formatsd. model and facilitate effective use of current and emerging digital

tools to locate, analyze, evaluate, and use information resources to support

research and learning

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4. Promote and Model Digital Citizenship and Responsibility Teachers

understand local and global societal issues and responsibilities in an evolving digital

culture and exhibit legal and ethical behavior in their professional practices. Teachers:

a. advocate, model, and teach safe, legal, and ethical use of digital information and

technology, including respect for copyright, intellectual property, and the

appropriate documentation of sourcesb. address the diverse needs of all learners by using learner-centered

strategies and providing equitable access to appropriate digital tools and

resources

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5. Engage in Professional Growth and Leadership Teachers continuously improve

their professional practice, model lifelong learning, and exhibit leadership in their school and professional community by promoting and demonstrating the effective use of

digital tools and resources. Teachers:a. participate in local and global learning communities to explore

creative applications of technology to improve student learningb. exhibit leadership by demonstrating a vision of technology infusion,

participating in shared decision making and community building, and developing

the leadership and technology skills of othersc. evaluate and reflect on current research and professional practice

on a regular basis to make effective use of existing and emerging digital tools and

resources in support of student learningd. contribute to the effectiveness, vitality, and self-renewal of the

teaching profession and of their school and community

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National Technology Standards for Students (NETS-S)

1.Creativity and Innovation Students demonstrate creative thinking, construct knowledge, and develop innovative

products and processes using technology. Students:

a. apply existing knowledge to generate new ideas,

products, or processes.c. use models and simulations to explore

complex systems and issues.d. identify trends and forecast possibilities.

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3. Research and Information Fluency Students apply digital tools to gather, evaluate, and use information. Students:a. plan strategies to guide inquiry.b. locate, organize, analyze, evaluate, synthesize, and ethically use information from a variety of sources and media.c. evaluate and select information sources and digital tools based on the appropriateness to specific tasks.d. process data and report results.

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4. Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision Making Students

use critical thinking skills to plan and conduct research, manage projects,

solve problems, and make informed decisions using appropriate digital tools

and resources. Students:a. identify and define authentic problems and significant

questions for investigation.b. plan and manage activities to develop a solution or

complete a project.c. collect and analyze data to identify solutions and/or make

informed decisions.d. use multiple processes and diverse perspectives to explore

alternative solutions.

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6. Technology Operations and Concepts Students

demonstrate a sound understanding of technology concepts,

systems, and operations. Students:a. understand and use technology systems.b. select and use applications effectively and

productively.c. troubleshoot systems and applications.d. transfer current knowledge to learning of new

technologies.

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Georgia Performance StandardsDepending on the chapters chosen by the physical

science teachers during the Guided Practice #1 and #2, a variable variety of Georgia

Performance Standards will be addressed. The following have been attached for quick access. Right click on each set of standards and

press “Open Hyperlink.”Astronomy Curriculum Astronomy.pdf Earth Systems Curriculum EarthSystems-Approved2006.pdfEnvironmental Science Curriculum

EnvironmentalScienceStandards-Approved2006.pdfGeology Curriculum Geology.pdfMeteorology Curriculum Meteorology.pdfOceanography Curriculum Oceanography.pdfPhysical Science Curriculum

Physical_Science_Revised_06.pdf

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Outcomes

• Teachers will find great value in using the HOLT ONE-STOP PLANNER CD-ROMs to plan and manage lessons.

• Teachers will install a variety of programs to assist them in managing and planning their lessons.

• Teachers will work through guided practices to familiarize themselves with the use of the ONE-STOP PLANNER.

• Teachers will have greater facility in preparing class presentations, fun activities, lab activities, tests, standardized tests, etc.

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Guiding Questions

Teachers• How can the HOLT ONE-STOP PLANNER be used to

plan and manage lessons with the Holt Earth Science textbook?

• What are the benefits of using the HOLT ONE-STOP PLANNER?

• How can the HOLT ONE-STOP PLANNER be used in a classroom setting to enhance instruction?

• How can I best show the benefits of the HOLT ONE-STOP PLANNER to others to justify its’ use?

Objectives

• Teachers will use the HOLT ONE-STOP PLANNER CD-ROM package as a resource in the classroom to supplement instruction using the Holt Earth Science textbook (2006).

• Teachers will work within their grade levels to create resources that promote learning in different settings and for various purposes.

• Teachers will learn how to use the HOLT ONE-STOP PLANNER to easily plan and manage their lessons throughout the academic school year.

• Teachers will learn how to use the tools of the ONE-STOP PLANNER to more effectively engage their students, prepare fun activities, prepare lab activities, and prepare tests and standardized tests that correlate to their lessons.

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Introduction of Topic

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HOLT ONE-STOP Planner

• The HOLT ONE-STOP PLANNER is an effective teacher planning tool. It is used in conjunction with the Holt Earth Science (Teacher Edition) textbook (Allison, DeGaetano, and Pasachoff, 2006).

• The ONE-STOP PLANNER incorporates ExamView Test Generator (including Hold Online Assessment), Lab Materials QuickList Software, Holt PuzzlePro, and Interactive Teacher Edition.

Holt ONE-STOP PLANNER: Installer Disc

This Installer Disc CD-ROM contains a variety of valuable software tools, including the following:

• ExamView Test Generator—this software is used to create your own quizzes and tests.

• Lab Material QuickList— this software is used for compiling a materials list so that you can easily order the items that you need for your lab activities.

• Holt Calendar Planner—this software is used for managing your time and resources by day, week, month, or year.

• Holt PuzzlePro—this software is used for creating crossword puzzles and word searches related to your lessons.

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Holt ONE-STOP PLANNER: Resource Disc

This Resource Disc CD-ROM has time-saving planning software and contains print-based teaching resources and valuable assessment tools.

• Program Resources—printable program resources including all of the Chapter Resource Files.

• Interactive Teacher Edition— with links to program resources.

• Lesson Plans—editable lesson plans in several word processing formats.


Holt ONE-STOP PLANNER: PowerPoint Resources Disc

• PowerPoint Presentations—design your own lectures with customizable PowerPoint Presentations for each chapter that include Brain Food Video Quizzes, Visual Concepts, an image bank, and Standardized test preparation resources(Holt Earth Science textbook, Allison, DeGaetano, and Pasachoff, 2006)


Benefits

• An overall benefit to using the HOLT ONE-STOP PLANNER in conjunction with the Holt Earth Science textbook (2006) is that this CD-ROM package makes planning and managing lesson plans a great deal more effective and efficient both in quality of presentation and time efficiency.


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Benefits

• The HOLT ONE-STOP PLANNER contains a PowerPoint Resources Disc that saves time preparing Chapter presentations with accompanying videos, transparencies, and fun Brain activities and puzzles to test your students’ progress. • Teachers are also able to generate required lab materials lists and are able to use ExamView to generate specific tests covering the units they are teaching.


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(Allison, DeGaetano & Pasachoff, 2006)

Guided Practice #1—ONE-STOPPLANNER: Installer Disc

This lesson introduces physical science teachers to the ONE-STOP PLANNER: Installer Disc and the many resourcesavailable to teachers. Once you insert the Installer Discinto your CD-ROM on your computer, simply double click onthe “Start-Here” icon and follow the directions to install the following programs: (1) HOLT Calendar Planner; (2) LabMaterials Quick List; (3) ExamView; and (4) HOLT Puzzle

Pro.You will now have access to these options when you use theHolt Resource Disc discussed in the next slide. The GuidedPractice #1 will require both the Installer Disc and ResourceDisc.

Instructional ActivitiesModule 2

Guided Practice #1 continued—ONE-STOP PLANNER: Installer Disc, Resource Disc and using ExamViewThis guided lesson introduces physical science teachers to the ONE-STOP PLANNER: Resource Disc and the many Resources available to teachers. For this lesson you will need the Installer Disc and the Resource Disc and your computer. Right click

and press on “Open Hyperlink” on this link for step by step directions: GUIDED PRACTICE 1.pdf

Guided Practice #1 – Getting started with the HOLT ONE-STOP PLANNER and preparing a class exam usingExamView will assist teachers to make the most of their HoltEarth Science textbook (2006).

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Instructional Activities Module 2

This lesson requires the use of the HOLT ONE-STOP PLANNER PowerPoint Resources Disc. Right click and press on “Open Hyperlink” on this link for step by step directions: GUIDED PRACTICE 2.pdf

Guided Practice #2 – Using the HOLT ONE-STOP PLANNER and using the PowerPointPresentation with Videos tool will assist teachers in planning and managing lessons more efficiently and effectively.

Guided Practice #2—Using the HOLT ONE-STOP PLANNER and using a unit PowerPoint Presentation with videos


Participant Feedback

After completing the “Guided Practice #1” and “Guided Practice #2”of module 2, participants should please fill out a brief survey providing feedback on the effectiveness of these instructional activities. Please right click and press “Open Hyperlink” on this link:

feedback form.pdf

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Conclusion

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Acknowledgements

A special thank you to everyone who participated in this professional development activity for the Holt Earth Science textbook ONE-STOP PLANNER teacher resourcetool. I would like to also recognize and thank the head of the science department and the principal who notified staff of this opportunity for our physical science teachers.

Thank you to our library staff who have provided the technical support and facilities to make this professional learning opportunity possible.

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Professional Learning Unit Credit

With prior approval from an administrator, participation in this professional development opportunity is worth one hour of Professional Learning Unit (PLU) credit.

Please refer to the Professional Learning section of the Georgia Department of Education web site for more information. Right click and press “Open Hyperlink” on this link 2012 Form.pdf for a copy of the Georgia Department of Education, Professional Learning FY 2012, Comprehensive Professional Learning Program Report form to be filled out for PLU credit.

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Follow-up and Future Support

The HOLT ONE-STOP PLANNER CD-ROMs package is an excellent computer tool to enhance the planning and managing of lessons by teachers using the Holt Earth Science textbook (2006). This tool is also valuable for teachers using other textbooks but wanting additional support and resources related to the physical sciences.

For further information, please send me an e-mail at [email protected] and I will be happy to provide any assistance that you may need.

References

Allison, M.A., DeGaetano, A.T., and Pasachoff, J.M. (2006). HOLT Earth Science (Teacher Edition). New York: Holt, Rinehart and Winston.

Allison, M.A., DeGaetano, A.T., and Pasachoff, J.M. (2006). HOLT Earth Science One-Stop Planner CD-ROM with interactive Teacher Edition. New York: Holt, Rinehart and Winston.

American Association of School Librarians (AASL). (2007). Standards for the

21st-Century Learner. Retrieved August 26, 2012, from http://www.ala.org/aasl/standards

Georgia Department of Education. (2008). Georgia performance standards. Retrieved November 20, 2012 from https://www.georgiastandards.org/Pages/default.aspx

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References continued

International Society for Technology in Education. (2007). NETS for Students. Retrieved August 26, 2012, from http://www.iste.org/Content/NavigationMenu/NETS/ForStudents/NETS_for_Students.htm

International Society for Technology in Education. (2008). NETS for Teachers. Retrieved August 26, 2012, from http://www.iste.org/Content/NavigationMenu/NETS/ForTeachers/NETS_for_Teachers.htm

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