Google Scientific Journal for Environmental Data Collection
Technology Focus: This unit focuses on data collection through the use of Google Science Journal or a student made device. It can be applied to Grade 7 and up Science and Tech classes.
- Arduino based Sensors and Serial Monitor
- BBC: Microbit with additional Sensors
Description: The unit focuses on data collection through the use of Google Science Journal or a student made device. An example of the narrative for this unit is written below. Can be applied to Grade 7 and up Science and Tech classes. (Narrative) Our planet is changing and we are even affected in our local area. My proposal is that we allow students to have the opportunity to develop technology that would allow them to data mine (collect information) their environment in which they are learning. The teacher would have a unit that would allow them to show the students how to collect data based on a variety of sensors that could be found in programmable circuit boards. They would also show students how to use Google journal to collect data that would assist in developing a solution to an inquiry-based problem. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Level: Basic - Google Science Journal Moderate to Advanced:
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Audience: Grade 7/8 Science & Technology
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Body: This unit will allow teachers to explore Google science journal and any other programmable circuit boards that they may have access to. The primary goal is to train both teachers and students how to utilize technology such as iPhone, iPads Android tablets and phones to collect data from the environment around them. As well, this unit will provide an opportunity for teachers to use Arduino, BBC Micro:bits, or any other programmable circuit boards to collect information that could assist in making valuable decisions. Video on what Science Journal by Google is about: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bb0u9doPdug
Scope and sequence:
Lesson 1: Estimated Time: 30 - 45 minutes Guiding Question: Based on information found on the internet regarding weather trends what might we expect next year? Concepts: Research and Brainstorming Lesson Description: The lesson introduces the Inquiry.
Lesson 2: Estimated Time: 25-50 minutes Guiding Question: Based on the research gathered from the previous class; How can we gather information about our local environment to see that is happening around us? Concepts: Collecting Data Lesson Description: Developing an understanding of data collection (can be linked to Grade 7/8 Ontario Math Data Management)
Lesson 3: Estimated Time: 25-50 minutes Guiding Question: How might one be able to collect and store data from the environment using a technology that’s coded by someone? Concepts: coding Lesson Description: Creating
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Assessment strategy (for, as, of learning, rubrics (strands), peer evaluation sheets, other) Assessment strategy (for, as, of learning, rubrics (strands), peer evaluation sheets, other) Success Criteria can be developed by the students with the teacher and a customized rubric should be developed from that
For Learning: Ask the students to brainstorm and identify topics related to this unit of study (review of content). As Learning: During the data collection using the Science Journal or a device they have designed use conferencing and descriptive feedback to deal with questions or issues may arise during the process (of collecting and identifying what can be collected). It would also benefit both the student and the teacher if a self-reflection be kept. A Design process journal kept would assist in documentation. Click here for Google Search Process Journals can be presented and shared with peers.
Of learning: The conclusions of each lesson will produce evidence that can be assessment/evaluated against a rubric. The Triangle of Assessment provides some concrete examples (and opportunities) to find evidence of, as, for learning. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Next Steps/Extensions/Accommodations/Other Topics for this Tech Tool:Include other possible applications This unit can be used for other grades. For grade 8, this can be linked to Understanding structures and mechanisms - systems in action For Grade 9 - Electrical Applications Grade 10 - Climate Change/Earth’s Dynamic Climate Microbits are the easiest to work with but Arduinos, mCores and other programmable boards can perform similar tasks. Microsoft has developed the MakeCode environment to be simple and diverse for students to use.
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