Schenectady City
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Schenectady, NY  12303
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   Cincinnati Zoo

Nobody Like Me
Grades K - 5
Adaptable for 6 - 12

In a videoconference with the zoo, students will encounter amphibians, bats, and snakes.  They will learn why these animals are important ecologically and what makes them interesting and beautiful.  Students will have a chance to share their thoughts and emotions about these animals, and negative myths will be dispelled.  As they watch, listen, and participate, older students will create an adopt-an-animal ad for each animal, to provide a hand-on, kinesthetic component to the program.  Younger students will discuss what they might say in their ad and can complete the hands-on work as a follow-up.

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This integration plan was used by a Grade 5 Teacher at Pinewood Intermediate School.

Objective/Focus
This particular videoconference will integrate with many aspects of the 5th grade science curriculum.  Students have previously studied ecosystems.  This will enhance the learning process and develop further interests for the students.  Prior to the videoconference, students will engage in a mini unit on invertebrates and vertebrates.  Following the videoconference students will create PowerPoint presentations to share with other classes as a culmination activity.

Prior to the videoconference, students will need to be familiar with classification process of animals.  In addition to this, students will be able to discuss how animals adapt to their environment.

English Language Arts - Standard 1
Students will read, write, listen and speak for information & understanding.

Standard 2
Students will read, write, listen and speak for literary response and expression

Standard 3
Students will read, write, listen and speak for critical analysis and evaluation.

Standard 4
Students will read, write, listen and speak for social interaction

Mathematics, Science & Technology
Standard 2
Students will access, generate, process and transfer information using appropriate technology.

Standard 4
Students will understand & apply scientific concepts, principles and theories pertaining to the physical setting & living environment  & recognize the historical development of ideas in science.


Time Required:

Planning - 3rd Training Day - Estimated two additional days to prep unit

Pre Lessons and Activities - 8 Lessons

Implementation - Estimated 4 Weeks

Post Lessons and Activities - Estimated 4 Lessons

Assessment - Estimated 1 Week

Logistical Planning:

Preparation:
Direct teaching of concepts utilizing a mini unit.  Teaching of appropriate etiquette during videoconferences.

Modifications:
Students will be strategically placed in order to maximize learning during the videoconference.

Assessment:
Class discussions
Quiz/Test
Cooperative group work
Culminating activity - PowerPoint presentation
Rubric
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