1. Google Maps & Wiki-space Integration
By: Ben Miller
Port Huron Cohort

2. Rationale of Unit Use new and interesting technology.
Develop use of technology in core classes.
Create useful projects.
Learn new technology tools.
Enhance love of learning.

3. Lesson 1 & 2 Lesson 1 Lesson 2 Conduct research.
Post research at locations on Google Maps.
Organize information.
Lesson 2
Use research information in another way.
Post information to Wiki space.
Learn another way to organize information.

4. Lesson 1 – Google Maps Research Conduct research on Civil War battles
Find pictures and other images
Develop a timeline
Create walkthrough for battle
Organize text, images and media

5. Lesson 1 – Google Maps Apply Research Create a new map
Find locations of battle based on timeline
Create placemarks for locations
Input all media, text and images
Organize layout to follow timeline

6. Lesson 1 - Advantages Learn to use technology in core classes.
Realize that technology is useful!
Learn old topics in new ways.
Expand learning to fully understand topic.

7. Lesson 1 - Disadvantages
There are very few disadvantages.
Technology limitations can be a problem.
Lack of network / computer speed.
Unorganized entry to the lesson.
Teacher not understanding technology
Students not understanding technology

8. Lesson 1 – Review Very adaptable application
Painters
Battles
People
Useful for a full understanding of the topic.
Demonstration of Google Maps

9. Lesson 2 – Wiki Research Utilize research from previous lesson.
Can be added on to other assignments.
Students grasp the entire topic!
Development of class review material.

10. Lesson 2 – Wiki Apply Research
Post information related to each battle.
Integrate Google Maps research.
Allows collaboration on topics.
Each student must understand their topic.
Development of class study materials.

11. Lesson 2 - Advantages Creates a full understanding of the topic
Develops research and collaboration skills.
Does not limit under/over achievers.
Adaptable to many courses and topics.
Can be modified throughout the year.

12. Lesson 2 - Disadvantages
Students research = total outcome.
Each student must be accountable for info.
Technology limitations are bad.
Teacher understanding of technology.
Students understanding of topic.
Time and effort involved.

13. Lesson 2 - Review Creates a full view of topic.
Develops research and collaboration skills.
Integrates Google Maps.
Understanding of new technology.

14. Unit Review Learning new uses for technology.
Redeveloping skills for the classroom.
Teachers use new methods of instruction.
Overall understanding of topics.