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Designing a Virtual Path

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A lesson plan for Grades K–2 Computer Technology Skills and Mathematics

Provider: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

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K–2
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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

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In this lesson, one of a four-part unit from Illuminations titled “Ladybug Adventures—Learning Geometry and Measurement Concepts,“ students use their knowledge of numbers, measurement, and geometry to design a “virtual path” which enables a ladybug to hide under a leaf. They also develop navigational skills by testing to see if their path is accurate, and then revising their solutions.

North Carolina Curriculum Alignment

Computer Technology Skills (2005)

Grade 1

  • Goal 2: The learner will demonstrate knowledge and skills in the use of computer and other technologies.
    • Objective 2.08: Explore Internet resources and information using teacher-created bookmarks/favorites and discuss the variety and types of information found as a class activity. Strand - Telecommunications/Internet

Grade 2

  • Goal 1: The learner will understand important issues of a technology-based society and will exhibit ethical behavior in the use of computer and other technologies.
    • Objective 1.02: Demonstrate correct use of common technology terms (e.g., hardware, software, CD, hard drive). Strand - Societal/Ethical Issues

Kindergarten

  • Goal 1: The learner will understand important issues of a technology-based society and will exhibit ethical behavior in the use of computer and other technologies.
    • Objective 1.13: Identify and discuss the Internet as a source of information at school and home. Strand - Telecommunications/Internet
  • Goal 2: The learner will demonstrate knowledge and skills in the use of computer and other technologies.
    • Objective 2.05: Use teacher-selected Internet resources/information to explore, identify, and discuss responsible use as a class activity. Strand - Telecommunications/Internet

Mathematics (2004)

Grade 1

  • Goal 2: Measurement - The learner will use non-standard units of measure and tell time.
    • Objective 2.01: For given objects:
      • Select an attribute (length, capacity, mass) to measure (use non-standard units).
      • Develop strategies to estimate size.
      • Compare, using appropriate language, with respect to the attribute selected.

Grade 2

  • Goal 2: Measurement - The learner will recognize and use standard units of metric and customary measurement.
    • Objective 2.01: Estimate and measure using appropriate units.
      • Length (meters, centimeters, feet, inches, yards).
      • Temperature (Fahrenheit).

Kindergarten

  • Goal 2: Measurement - The learner will explore concepts of measurement.
    • Objective 2.01: Compare attributes of two objects using appropriate vocabulary (color, weight, height, width, length, texture).