Week 3 Task 2

I have chose CPI 8.1.8.A.2 “Plan and create a simple database, define fields, input data, and produce a report using sort and query.”  

For grade level 8 students are expected to “The use of technology and digital tools requires knowledge and appropriate use of operations and related applications.” In this particular exercise, I could introduce the class to Microsoft Excel. I can explain the basics to them, demonstrate how to input data, use simple equations, use label an organize columns and rows.

I can relate this to real life by having them keep track of a numerical part of their day in the excel spread sheet. An example of this could be if an athlete in the class kept track of his weight lifting regimine according to exercises, sets, reps, and weight (load). Or if the class treasurer maintained the class fundraisers earnings throughout the year. A connection would be made, while they are learning how to use a critical piece of technology. I feel as though all students in today’s classrooms should feel a connection to what they are learning. As the one teacher from Chatham HS explained how their teachers needed to be “entertainers” in such a way. Otherwise class seems boring as these students are now glued to TV and computer monitors taking in all sorts of stimulation. The teacher from Catalina foothills created a very interactive form of learning, something that keeps interest levels high, while integrating a very important lesson in hydrology.