Computer Technology Skills — Grade 8

The case of the disappearing pitcher plants

This lesson addresses the cause and effect relationship between human interaction and a North Carolina endangered plant species. A role-playing scenario allows students to view the situation from a variety of positions and to collectively arrive at a solution to the problem.

Format: lesson plan (grade 8 Information Skills, English Language Arts, Computer Technology Skills, and Science)

By Eddie Hamblin.

Holocaust WebQuest

In this webquest students assume the role of Ambassadors of Peace in the year 2041 (the centennial anniversary of the beginning of WWII). It is their job to help the people remember not only the historical events of the Holocaust, but also the basic moral issues of hatred and prejudice. This webquest will allow students of all levels of ability to produce a product on the topic of prejudice and hate.

Format: lesson plan (grade 8 Social Studies and Computer Technology Skills)

By Beverly Almond.

Local Authors Database

Search through more than 200 authors in 15 minutes to answer specific questions. Add records and fields to an incomplete database.

Format: lesson plan (grade 6–8 Computer Technology Skills)

By DPI Integration Strategies.

The Shark Net: A Discipline Database

The Shark Net is a database, set up by the teacher, where students keep records of all discipline interactions, of leaving the room, and of outstanding work. It includes fields for first name, last name, date, block, problem code, comments by students, time out, and time in. At two-week intervals students filter their records to calculate class participation grades. The class participation grade counts 10 percent of the total class grade. Students with the highest-class participation grades are rewarded with special activities such as ice cream parties, cookouts, field trips, etc. Students are required to filter and print the report for progress reports, report cards, and any time a parent/teacher or student/teacher conference is planned. This activity helps the teacher keep an accurate discipline record and to maintain discipline with minimal effort. It also helps the students understand how to use a database.

Format: lesson plan (grade 6–8 Guidance and Computer Technology Skills)

By Calvin Evans.

"We the People"

Students will gain a better understanding of the U.S. Constitution by exploring the language of the Constitution.

Format: lesson plan (grade 8 English Language Arts, Social Studies, Computer Technology Skills, and Mathematics)

By Teachers Connect.

Why Come to America?

The success of the U.S. as a world power, an advocate of individuals' rights, and a worldwide defender of freedom is due primarily to our uniquely rich and varied heritage. This culture is a composite of the aspects of each of the immigrant populations that make up our population. An understanding of the strength and commitment of these immigrants, as well as a look at the prejudices endured by many, helps us to better understand who we are today.

Format: lesson plan (grade 8 English Language Arts, Social Studies, and Computer Technology Skills)

By Teddi Benson.

Lesson plans on the web

Compare and contrast electronic text with traditionally printed text

This lesson supports sixth- through eighth-grade students' exploration of an online educational website that incorporates a variety of electronic features including graphics, digitized speech, and video. (Learn more)

Format: lesson plan (grade 6–8 Computer Technology Skills)

Provider: IRA/NCTE