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The Internet Learning ZoneThis web site is a resource for administrators, teachers, students, and parents. You will see examples of topics utilizing a culmination of interactive lessons and a web quest which infuses technology into education. We try to motivate students with authentic learning to an applied discipline/s by infusing technology into our curriculum incorporating problem based learning. Here at learning zone of the Plainfield Public Schools "we're serious about learning"
STUDENT READINESS RUBRIC SKILLS ARRAY NJ CCCS 8.1 - COMPUTER AND INFORMATION LITERACY Frameworks for Technological Literacy The Global Energy Connection Standards Reading Comprehension iEARN TeacherWeb
Do Now: Cross Word Puzzle Word Find E-word
Tools
Educational Puzzles
Mr. Fi's Inspirationals Welcome to Maxson Middle School
Computer Lab Mr. Fi's 10 top Science Museums Below are interactive lessons in math and language arts...Practice! More Practice
Try these interactive sites
Read 180 lessons
Interactive Reading, basic phonics and words
Solve Medical Mysteries
Medical
Mysteries Solve Medical Mysteries in Spanish
More Stuff
New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards GEPA Practice Section
Alternative Energy/Global Warming "With America now importing 60% of the oil we use and a national bill for this habit that came to $250 billion last year, there is simply no time to waste. With worldwide demand growing rapidly, and with concern about the environmental impact of greenhouse gases rising, the deployment of clean, reliable sources of energy is clearly in our national interest." —Secretary of Energy Samuel W. Bodman Welcome to Problem Based Learning
Types of energy and how they work
Click on Picture for National Technology Standards
Interactive Sites WebQuests
Health
Mr. Fi's Internet Resources
Read 180 Interactive Lessons
Career Development and Technology Education Dedicated to our brave men and women
Interactive Reading, basic phonics and words
Power Point Jeopardy...this should be used with an LCD Projector
Maxson Science
Solve Medical Mysteries Note: Upon completion of each mission, we will take the quiz posted in red under the mission. Internet Resources for Special Children
National Technology Education Plan
What is inquiry based leaning? What is problem based Learning?
Student Guide for Internet Classes The above rubrics will assist you with your success Warm up Mr. Fi's Internet Resources More Language Arts
If you have not had keyboarding, use this section to help you learn the basics! Basic Tools for applications
This quest is an interactive learning tool which demonstrates infusion of technology in the 21st Century. Developed by: Rice University
Please begin with your "Initial Rigorous
Activity (IRA)" below the flying saucer! Our assignment today: Microbes Note: The lessons below are available in English and Spanish Phase I Please read each link below carefully. This information will assist with the completing the "Web Quest" in Phase III. These links are available in Spanish, click on En Español to complete this task. Review "virtual Microscope" you will see how a microbiologist uses this powerful tool to identify pathogens, and how you can take the knowledge you gain, and apply it to a real world situation. Phase II Please read the section below in detail. Pay attention to the mission fact sheet. If you complete the reading section, please go to vocabulary terms, and follow the direction for the "Word Document" below. Thank you for your cooperation.
Web quest series "Solve Medical Mysteries"
Please create a "word" document. Go to the tool bar, and under "view" go to "header and footer" include you name, class period, and date. Make a "new folder" and rename the folder your first and last name, and your period, and save it to "my documents". Now we are ready to begin the journey...go to the link above "vocabulary terms" You are going to create a word document which will identify each vocabulary word and term. For Latino students, if you need additional assistance, go to "babel fish translation" to translate text from English to Spanish. Phase III Solve Medical Mysteries Note: Upon completion of each mission, we will take the quiz posted in red under the mission.
Interdisciplinary Lessons using the following as categories: Antonyms, Parts of Speech, Analogy,
I am learning to read (K-2) using the following as categories: Antonyms, Parts of Speech, Analogy,
New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards (K-5) Links for elementary Schools
Interactive Lessons Grades (K-5)
Have fun and Learn
Social Studies Section Teaching Guide for Character Education k-5
Click on the box below for K-6 support
Video Conference Woodland School~Hubbard Middle School~F. W. Cook School~Thorne Middle School An interactive Video Social Studies Activity National Archives Video Clips
take the Independence day quiz Mr. Steve Missal (Social Studies Steve), Social Studies Supervisor, Plainfield School District
Plainfield School District has a Collaboration with Save Ellis to develop a curriculum for Social Studies, Language Arts, and Science. Try the link below to get a flavor of immigration, and the effects on "infectious diseases" as well as "Public Health". Early New York City (Big Apple) A Museum dedicated to Europes Immigrants
Plainfield and Middletown Township have a video collaboration coming soon!
Social Studies Section
Students demonstrating artifacts from the Educational Loan Collection from the Newark Museum for hands on use in our Interactive Classroom!
Social Studies Web Quests
More Cool Links A unique collaboration of dedicated professionals are making this happen!
Select Grade Level
Character Education (Fairness) using a Venn Diagram Developed by: Dr. Christine Russo-Fiorella
Student Guide for Internet & Web Application Classes The above rubrics will assist you with your success
Collaborations with Industry
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Back to the Basics
Homework Help From 2:00 - 10:00 pm
No Child Left Behind
Try you Knowledge at the next level
| Geology Labs | Earth and Environmental Science | |
| Computer Science |
Internet Applications
When you think your really good try
Audience, Purpose, and Language Use in Electronic Messages
Espanol
Communication for Latina girls (9-14)
Communication for Latina girls (9-14)
Virtual Internet
Resources
Standard 8.2 (Technology Education) All students will develop an understanding of the nature and impact of technology, Engineering, Technological Design, and the Designed world as they relate to the individual, society, and the environment.
Technology is more than computers...Video streaming over the internet is
and example how this is accomplished...click on the image below to see.
Click on the pictures below to see how we apply the Standards
Click on Picture for National Technology Standards
Desktop Mobile Energy Lab
Click on picture for Dept. of Energy
Smart Board Display of Digital Meter and relay
Mr. G, won a National Award for his design, click on picture
Mr. Edward Brzezowski, P.E. demonstrating Interactive Energy Lab
Click on picture below for student generated work
Softwire Programming incorporating math (equations)
Students using a digital multimeter to record corresponding light levels in foot-candles and voltage
As Dr. Howard, Superintendent looks on from Conference in Atlantic City via video transmission over the internet to Maxson Middle School.
Mrs. Sandy Fragner, TV Production video taping students applying Above is an example of student work in exel
science Conduction heat transfer and radiation heat transfer
Try Mr. B's Energy Workbooks
See How Video Cameras are used via the Internet Below
Architectural Design
Click on Picture for applied Standards
Mr. Henry Mosquera, Architect
Math Standard 4.1 Math Standard 4.3
Students designing Room 120 to utilize the most square footage of the space
Resources for Disaster Prevention
Taking the Precautions against Terrorism, is the best way to avoid from becoming a victim...
Visit the Homeland Security Site Below for details how to be ready...
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Treasure Hunts and Quests
Introduction to the Internet Quest
| Fix it Up | Human Body | NASA Quest | ||
| Museum Mania | All About Me | |||
| Shipwreck | ||||
| Inventions | ||||
| Amazing Animals | ||||
| Networld | ||||
| Environmental |
Internet Applications Tutorial
Copyrights in the Digital World
March into Women's History Month
Distinguished Women Past and Present
Black History Month
Power Point Project for Black History Month
Project Based Learning Rubric
Treasure & Scavenger Hunts
OUR GOAL IS: To meet and exceed the NJCCCS and New Standards... to develop work place readiness skills...Incorporate Problem Based Learning and implement the infusion of technology... Students who actively participate in the learning process are encouraged to explore, discover and solve problems ... We will utilize the diverse experiences of students to build cooperative learning group.
Challenge your Mind
Mr. Joe Fiorella (Mr. Fi)
If you have suggestions or recommendations please let me know
Interdisciplinary Activities
Word Meaning 8th Grade Level
| ESL | Internet | Language Arts | Math | Science | Social Studies |
| 2nd Language | Math Hunt | Grammar | Math Forum | Environment | U. S. History |
| Guide | LD online | Poetry | Brain Tease | Geology | Government |
| Directory | Sports | Spark Notes | Math.Com | Weather | Currnet Events |
| Self Quiz | Computers | Word Meaning | Mr. Geiger | Energy | Civil War 1 |
| A-1 Math | AlAS | Immigration | |||
| Density |
More Science
| Graphic Organizer | |
| Back to Basics | Stem Cells |
| Integrating Science and Technology (6) | |
Turn of the Century Art Collection
E-mail
Message Board
Communication ScienceResources Art and Culture
Learn How to Study
Health Related for Kids
| Disease Cards (2) | |
Health Education
Independent study Substance Abuse
Search Engines
Mr. Fiorella's Routines & Rituals Educational Sites
IF you finished your work, THEN you may
Free surf these sites only!!
Lets Talk about the right choices!
Learn and have fun!
Don't be afraid to make mistakes...TRY!!!
The following Web
sites contain innovative, exciting activities that can be completed online in a
variety of subject areas: Science, math, language arts, social studies and
health. There are class hand out sheets for each of these
activities. This is an opportunity to explore, learn and have fun.
| Language Arts | Puzzlemaker | Electronic Field Trip | |
| Math | Checkers. Check In | Pitch Me a Question! | |
| Science | Stonehenge | Safe Surfing | |
| Social Studies | Volcanic Puzzle | Zoom in on Africa! | Cyberian Tiger |
| Health, Music | A common Disease | It's a Whale Tale | Name that Tune |
| History, Art | State of the States | Sketch it on the Web | National Geographic |
TAKING IT TO THE NEXT LEVEL ... Competence, not coverage is the focus to achieve understanding. Students will explore core concepts and apply new knowledge to real world situations and problems.
Need Help with Reading Skills Try This...
WebQuests
National Museum of American Indian
National Museum of African Art
Mr. Fi's Tech Reps at work
Education, effective
effort, and the infusion of technology...will increase your odds for success!!!
Students making "patch cable."
Robotics Club
| We are making it Happen!!! |