presented by kristy phillip clayton mannick murella sambucharan
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SPREADSHEETS IN THE SCIENCE CLASSROOM
Presented by
Kristy Phillip
Clayton Mannick
Murella Sambucharan
SUMMARY - The article
Modeling as a learning
activity
Spreadsheet modeling
Teaching Math with
spreadsheets
Teaching Science with spreadsheets
What’s
DIRECTED QUESTIONS
In your own words… What do you think is the purpose of using
different ICT techniques in the science classroom?
What are we trying to achieve by using ICT?
How does ICT impact on your lesson planning and delivery?
How are ICTs affecting student learning and understanding?
SUMMARY – Modeling & Spreadsheets
• Providing students with computer tools to create their own worlds
• Learning about artificial worlds
Mellar et al (1994)
• Innovation in science classroom• Didactic approach
Sutherland et al (1996)
DIRECTED QUESTIONS
What was the specific strategy presented in the article by Mochon (2002)?
Have you ever used modeling through spreadsheet in your classroom, as depicted by the article?
From the reading, what justification is used for constructing models, using a spreadsheet application?
CONNECTION POINT- Modeling
Modeling
Construct meaning
Involves the literature
Uses strategies and skills
Facilitated by reading aloudFacilitated by
demonstrations
Facilitated by discussions
Cooperative learning
Student Outcomes
SUMMARY – EXPLORATORY AND EXPRESSIVE MODELING ACTIVITIES
Exploratory• Interactive• Compare and contrast• Faiclitates expression
Expressive• Construct models
CONNECTION POINT – Exploratory and Expressive Activities
Exploratory•Interaction•Compare ideas•Exposure to
inaccessbile phenomenon
•Rich, qualitative understanding of processes
Expressive•Construction•Engaging•Defend position
SPREADSHEETS & MODELING – THE BRIDGE
PHYSICAL/REAL/
CONCRETE WORLD
ABSTRACT IDEAS
INTERMEDIATE STATE
Questions
Do you agree with the use of modeling there will be smooth transitions for students?
What are some areas in science do you think would allow for you to apply this modeling technique?
CONNECTION POINT – Solar system, 3D Object-creation
Use of Modeling to teach the solar system
Creating 3D objects
CONCLUSION
DIRECTED QUESTIONS
Based on the article/your experience, and what came out of the lit circle, what are some of your opinions of the use of spreadsheets in the science classroom?
What challenges do you foresee with trying to use such a technique in your classroom?
References Brosnan, T. (1994) Using Spreadsheets to Develop
Understanding in Science. pp. 76-84.
Feurzeig, W., and Roberts, N. (1999) Modeling and simulation in science and mathematics education. New York: Springer-Verlag. pp.xv-xviii.
Mellar, H., and Bliss, J. (1994) Introduction: Modelling and Education. In Mellar, H., Bliss, J., Boohan, R.,Ogborn, J., Tompsett, C. (eds) Learning with Artificial Worlds: Computer Based Modelling in the Curriculum. London: The Falmer Press pp. 1-7.
Roblyer, M.D. (2006) Integrating Educational Technology into Teaching. Prentice Hall: USA. pp. 129-136.
Spitulnik, M.W., Krajcik, J., and Soloway, E. (1999) Construction of Models to Promote Scientific Understanding. New York: Springer-Verlag. pp. 70-94.
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