“Project work is student-centred and driven by the need to create an end-product. However, it is the route to achieving this end-product that makes project work so worthwhile. The route to the end-product brings opportunities for students to develop their confidence and independence and to work together in a real-world environment by collaborating on a task.” (Fried-Booth, 2002, 6) The Place Project![]() We ventured out in the chilly temperatures on Wednesday to visit our special spots at Elizabeth Gardens! We gathered our quantitative data first. We have been checking the air temperature, water temperature,and the water depth each time we visit. We will be graphing this data toward the end of the year and drawing conclusions about our data. Next, we headed off to our carefully chosen spots for some observing of the changes we are seeing to the environment. Finally, we paired up and went on a hunt for evidence of weathering and erosion. The exploration was enjoyed by all and the walk was refreshing and energizing. Upon arriving back at school, students journaled about their observations and recorded quantitative data. It was wonderful to see and hear students using the vocabulary and content knowledge we have been studying in Science class through our text and inquiry centers. Famous OhioansStudents worked diligently this week to gather research for the Famous Ohioan Project! Two research sessions were provided for students to gather the important information needed for the report and for the Wax Museum presentation. I have asked students to post their report to their blog on Kidblog along with an image of their Ohioan. We will use this tool for sharing our learning with each other! IMPORTANT DATES: DUE Monday, March 18th: Written lines to recite for Wax Museum and Costume planning sheet DUE Wednesday, March 20th: Famous Ohioan Report Wednesday, March 27th: Dress Rehearsal for Wax Museum Thursday, March 28th: Wax Museum Innovation DayAERODYNAMICS, POETRY, THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD, FIBONACCI'S SEQUENCE, INVASIVE SPECIES, FAMOUS AFRICAN AMERICANS, INVENTING....
Students spent Friday working on their Discovery Quest Projects. I just love the energy on this day! I love being able to provide students with extended time to get into a real flow. Each student taking ownership of his/her learning is an exciting process to witness! Many students used the time for research and others used the time for creating projects to share their learning. Students successfully utilized their time in class balancing hard work with necessary and appropriate breaks. I watched students collaborate over similar topic choices and I saw other students step in to assist classmates with questions. We concluded our day with self-assessments and reflections. I have seen so much growth among this group. The level of drive, confidence, and independence I observed today was truly outstanding!
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