This article from TechLearning explores the ways in which we can use technology to incorporate activities into the classroom that teach students about protecting the Earth. One example given is a school in Wisconsin that used a biomonitoring activity where they monitored milkweed plants to determine the amount of damage caused by ozone and the amount of pollution in the air and water in their area. The students shared their data and conclusions with schools around the country to encourage more students to participate in green activities and become more environmentally conscious.
I think this article presents some creative ways to use technology in science and environmental awareness activities. It is clear that technology can be integrated into any area of study and can easily be embedded in the curriculum.
Q: What are some other ways technology can be incorporated into environmental projects and science lessons?
A: Another possible activity outlined in the article is to utilize The Carbon Calculator at http://begreennow.com/ where students and teachers can calculate their carbon footprints.
Q: Other than biomonitoring, what other technologies could be incorporated into this same project?
A: The class could use the information to collaboratively create graphs, posters, PSA's and an action plan which could be shared online with other schools.
Q: Other than biomonitoring, what other technologies could be incorporated into this same project?
A: The class could use the information to collaboratively create graphs, posters, PSA's and an action plan which could be shared online with other schools.
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