A Learning Activity is a strategy a teacher chooses to actively
engage students in learning a concept or skill using a digital tool/resource.
You may save this Learning Activity to your hard drive as an .html file by
selecting “File”,then “Save As” from your browser’s
pull down menu. The file name extension must be .html.
Instruct the students to follow and answer the prompts provided in the activity independently.
Provide a brief tutorial on how to use Google Drawings if necessary.
The teacher should monitor students' progress as they work to create their graphs to identify problems or gaps in learning.
Assessment Strategies:
Once the students share their graphs through Google Docs, the teacher will assess the student responses and address any misconceptions or gaps in learning.
Students could also share their work with a partner and have them critique each other's work.
Advanced Preparation:
The teacher will need to ensure the classroom has the following:
1) internet connection (WiFi).
2) classroom set of computers, iPads, or smart devices. (If allowed students can use their own personal devices.)
Prior to the lesson, the teacher should be familiar with Google Drawing and should share the document Scheduling Clubs with the class.
Prior to the lesson, the teacher may want to provide a short tutorial on creating graphs using Google Drawing.
Variation Tips (optional):
If Wi-Fi is not available the document can be printed and distributed to the class as a paper copy.
If there are not enough devices for the entire class students can work in pairs or groups to complete the activity.
Notes or Recommendations (optional):
This activity has the following corresponding activities: