During this lesson, students are introduced to the Immersive Media course and …
During this lesson, students are introduced to the Immersive Media course and meet the course’s narrator: Filos. Filos is from another planet and will introduce students to their first digital storytelling tool: branching narrative stories! Students will explore Filo’s branching narrative story about her home planet, and then create their own story and planet using a free software called Inklewriter.
Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: Design Software, Laptop/Desktop, Tablet.
During this lesson, students will learn more about the Immersive Media course …
During this lesson, students will learn more about the Immersive Media course as a whole (but if they are just completing this lesson or unit, that’s perfectly fine too!). Then, students will learn how to using branching narrative software like inklewriter to create “interactive biographies”. Students will create their own “alien” and add a backstory to their life in interactive biography format.
Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: Design Software, Laptop/Desktop, Tablet.
During this lesson, students will learn about the types of technology used …
During this lesson, students will learn about the types of technology used to create “immersive” experiences such as 360 cameras, augmented reality, and virtual reality. Students will then design their own “alien” technologies and develop those technologies in an interactive story.
Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: Design Software, Laptop/Desktop, Tablet.
In this lesson, students will learn how entrepreneurship applies to technology by …
In this lesson, students will learn how entrepreneurship applies to technology by exploring examples of successful, young entrepreneurs. Then, students will practice the skill on their own in by adding a "spaceship market" to their interactive story.
Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: Design Software, Laptop/Desktop, Tablet.
In this lesson, students will learn about sustainability and then apply their …
In this lesson, students will learn about sustainability and then apply their knowledge by adding sustainable features to a spaceship in an interactive story.
Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: Design Software, Laptop/Desktop, Tablet.
During the lesson, students will learn the basics of electricity and circuits …
During the lesson, students will learn the basics of electricity and circuits and build their first circuit using Snap Circuits. If students do not have access to Snap Circuits, this lesson can be completed using anything that provides students the ability to connect the following components: Power source ( 9V battery); Conductive material (wires, aluminum foil, paper clips, etc.); An “output” device for the electricity (flashlight lightbulb or holiday light); A switch (two metal thumbtacks and a paper clip, aluminum foil and a paper clip, etc.).
Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: Electronics Kit, Laptop/Desktop, Tablet.
During the lesson, students will learn about series and parallel circuits and …
During the lesson, students will learn about series and parallel circuits and how they are used for different purposes. If students do not have access to Snap Circuits, this lesson can be completed using safe household materials that provide students the ability to connect the following components: Power source ( 9V battery); Conductive material (wires, aluminum foil, paper clips, etc.); An “output” device for the electricity (flashlight lightbulb or holiday light); A switch (two metal thumbtacks and a paper clip, aluminum foil and a paper clip, etc.).
Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: Electronics Kit, Laptop/Desktop, Tablet.
During the lesson, students will learn about slightly more advanced circuitry concepts …
During the lesson, students will learn about slightly more advanced circuitry concepts such resistance, motors, and LED’s. They will conclude the lesson by creating the wiring for a helicopter. Note: See Additional Resources in this lesson's Facilitator Guide for ideas to complete this lesson with common household items. While the circuits may not be identical, students will still be able to understand the basic concepts of a circuit.
Estimated time required: 2-3 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: Electronics Kit, Laptop/Desktop, Tablet.
During the lesson, students will learn about speakers and integrated circuits. Note: …
During the lesson, students will learn about speakers and integrated circuits. Note: See Additional Resources in this lesson's Facilitator Guide for ideas to complete this lesson with common household items.
Estimated time required: 2-3 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: Electronics Kit, Laptop/Desktop, Tablet.
Students will use critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication skills to create …
Students will use critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication skills to create an emoji. The Vectr graphics software used in this activity helps students develop a STEM mindset. It is important to allow students to work through the process as independently as possible with the facilitator acting only as a guide.
Estimated time required: 1 class period.
Technology required for this lesson: Design Software, Laptop/Desktop.
In this lesson, students will learn how to be a skillful entrepreneur …
In this lesson, students will learn how to be a skillful entrepreneur that transforms ideas into businesses. They will define profit, cost, and revenue. In addition, they will understand the important of the 4Ps of marketing: product, price, place, and promote. Then, they will create their own business card to sell Robot Salad at VilBot’s Family Reunion.
Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: Laptop/Desktop, Tablet.
Blended learning lesson plans for primary aged students to investigate butterflies and …
Blended learning lesson plans for primary aged students to investigate butterflies and the butterfly life cycle. Great to use during small group/ guided reading time.
As part of ongoing efforts to promote financial literacy education across the …
As part of ongoing efforts to promote financial literacy education across the state, the Ohio Treasurer’s office has released a free winter-themed financial literacy activity toolkit.
The Fun with Finance Teacher Toolkit is designed for students in grades 1-5 and focuses on the foundations of budgeting. The “Can You Build a Snowman on a Budget?” classroom activity asks students to use a worksheet to gather items for their snowman while remaining within a set budget of $15.
Each snowman accessory, such as a hat or buttons, costs $1-$3 and students must choose an item from each category to complete their snowman. Through this activity, young Ohioans will receive an introduction to making smart financial choices within a budget - all while enjoying a fun, seasonal craft.
This lesson is focused on analyzing the anti-slavery movement and David Ruggles’ …
This lesson is focused on analyzing the anti-slavery movement and David Ruggles’ impact shaping our understanding of slavery and race. Students will explore texts such as "The Disappointed Abolitionists", but also the first magazine-like publication owned and edited by a Black man in this country, "The Mirror of Liberty". To further evaluate perspective, students study a Black Future with the story of "Appolition". They will then develop and present a group concept for a speculative statue of an abolitionist of the future, reflecting on the significance of symbols and elements in shaping our understanding of historical events and their lasting impact.
Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: Augmented Reality, Internet Connectivity, Laptop/Desktop, Smartphone, Tablet, Tablet or Smartphone.
This lesson plan, students will analyze a photo of Seneca Village and …
This lesson plan, students will analyze a photo of Seneca Village and the excavation report to determine the central ideas and information about the village. They participate in a collaborative discussion about the connections between the text Color(ed) Theory by Ananda Williams, Seneca Village, and gentrification. They also research a local Black enclave and present their findings. As an extension, they speculate about the future of enclaves.
Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: Augmented Reality, Internet Connectivity, Laptop/Desktop, Smartphone, Tablet, Tablet or Smartphone.
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