1. LaBelle Nature Park Project Capstone Seminar Spring 2004 Margaret England EME 6938

2. Action Research Question How can I best moderate a resource database of LaBelle Nature Park curriculum activities?

3. Hardwood Hammock

4. River

5. Pines and Palmettos

6. Ferns and Lichens

7. Birds, Animals, Reptiles, including Gopher Tortoise

8. Close To Schools

9. What did I do? Permission from Assistant Superintendent and Principal Developed site Recruited participants Added information to site to meet needs of participants Evaluated project

10. Home

11. Contact Form

12. Message Board

13. Park Information

14. Document Manager

15. Useful Links

16. Scrapbook

17. What did I learn? Narrow topic Start small Ask for critical friend’s or tutor’s advice Proofread questions for errors and clarity Insure equal access to technology Help participants with technology concerns

18. Questions? Project Report in Portfolio: Areas of Mastery Transcripts of Message Board available upon request

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