Handbook of Engaged Learning Projects Subject/Content Area:
Science, Language Arts, Math, and Social Target Audience: This
multigrade level unit will involve third and sixth grade
students. This is an interactive, interdisciplinary, thematic
project. This is appropriate for students at all ability levels.
Program requires hardware/software for Internet access. Project
Goal: When posed with the problem of destruction of the
rainforest, students will develop interpersonal skills, research
skills, content objectives, technical skills, and higher order
thinking skills. Learner Outcomes: Through cooperative
activities, students will be able to: - Demonstrate the ability
to collect data using various technologies (Internet, CD ROM,
computer software/hardware, and e-mail). - Analyze the impact of
specific human activities on the destruction of tropical
rainforests. - Organize and analyze collected information gained
through interaction - Explain the important biological, social,
and aesthetic values of the tropical