Students will learn to create and share ideas through the social networking site (Edmodo). They will use the

information they gather and create a concept map to expand on the knowledge gained.

Developed by: Nicole Ahlberg and Carla ClarkELRN 750

November 23, 2013

RI.5.2: Determine the theme of the story W.5.6: Use technology to interact and

collaborate with others SL.5.1.a: Students will come to classroom

discussions prepared and be able to explore ideas

L.5.1: Demonstrate command of the English grammar and usage in writing or speaking

L.5.2: Demonstrate command of conventions when writing

2.a: Collaborate and publish with peers 2.b: Communicate ideas effectively 5.a: Safe technology uses 5.b: Produce with a positive attitude

Textbook – Reading Street“Leonardo’s Horse” by Jean Fritz

Computers Websites:

◦ Edmodo.com◦ Popplet.com

Read a main selection in language arts Post the author’s main idea on Edmodo.com Respond to two other classmates’ posts Create a concept map using Popplet.com Post concept map to Edmodo.com Peer review of concept map

Students:◦ Read “Leonardo’s Horse” by Jean Fritz◦ Determine main idea of selected reading◦ Post the main idea of the story online◦ Use Edmodo.com

Assessment:◦ Assessed based on appropriate response◦ Completion points via assessment plan

Students:◦ Post appropriate response to two peers◦ Use appropriate internet etiquette

Assessment:◦ Completion points via assessment plan◦ Teacher checklist/class list

Students:◦ Create concept map using Popplet.com◦ Include main idea and three to five supporting

details◦ Post finished Popplet on Edmodo.com for peer

review

Assessment:◦ Completion points via assessment plan◦ Appropriate main idea and supporting details

Through this assignment students will learn proper Internet usage. They will practice appropriate use of Internet etiquette which is an important life skill. Students will also learn necessary social networking practices and be able to post ideas appropriately. In addition, students will learn to respond to others in an acceptable manner.

Employees in today’s society are expected to work together collaboratively on a range of projects in a variety of different work settings. In addition, the collaborative work does not necessarily need to be done in person thanks to the advances in technology.

This activity allows students to practice collaborating with their peers in an online setting to enhance their writing skills. This will be accomplished as they respond to written posts created by their peers.

Today’s work force is required to possess a basic technological skill set to perform their jobs successfully. It is especially important for employees to understand the appropriate way in which to utilize this technology.

Through this activity students will be able to respond to a variety of posts made by their peers in a safe online environment. They will also practice proper etiquette including the proper usage of English language, being respectful to others, and sharing ideas using complete thoughts.

In the last decade the use of social networking as a means of communication has exploded. The vast majority of employers and employees must employ the use of some sort of social media to perform their job responsibilities.

The activity the students will be engaging in will allow them to practice using a social networking site in a safe and protected learning environment. Through posting on the Edmodo site students will be given an opportunity to practice these important skills.

Today’s workforce communicates beyond face to face encounters with one another. Employers expect their employees to be able to utilize and have a strong understanding of a variety of communication resources.

In this activity students will be expected to practice their written communication skills as they post their main idea topic to the Edmodo class group. They will also be required to assist peers in the editing process of their concept map along with responding to peer posts.

Students will be required to share written communication online with their peers. They will also respond appropriately to posts. In addition, a concept map will be created to demonstrate student knowledge of main idea and supporting details. Finally, students will engage in a peer editing exercise.

Students will create a concept map using Popplet.com which will demonstrate their understanding of the main idea of the story.

Students will also include three to five details that support the main idea of the story.

Teachers◦ Materials

Reading Street curriculum

Computer Assessment rubric

◦ Technologies Computer access Internet access Edmodo.com Popplet.com

Students◦ Materials

Reading Street textbook

Laptop computer◦ Technologies

Computer access Internet access Edmodo.com Popplet.com

Content◦ Main idea◦ Conventions◦ Internet etiquette

Pedagogical Approach◦ Peer Review

Use electronic tools Evaluate work of others

◦ Strong Writing Assignments Ensures comprehension of

reading assignment Demonstrates knowledge of

main idea and supporting details

1. Students will be working independently on this activity.

2. Students will read the assigned literature assignment, Leonardo’s Horse on page 360-379 in the Reading Street textbook.

3. After reading the assignment students will post to the website Edmodo.com explaining the main idea of the reading selection.

4. Students will respond to at least two other peers commenting on their main idea posting.

4. Students will create a concept map using the website Popplet.com.

5. Students will include the main idea of the reading selection with three to five supporting facts.

6. Students will post their Popplet.com to the Edmodo.com site to share with their peers.

7. Students will evaluate one other peer’s concept map and respond to it.

Constructed ResponseMain Idea Posting – Edmodo.com

30/30

Peer Response – Edmodo.com 20/20Concept Map Creation – Popplet.com 30/30Peer Review – Edmodo.com 5/5 Free of Errors 5/5Appropriate Internet Etiquette 10/10Total 100/100