| Full lesson | Create for a teacher a set of content for giving a lesson, beginning with the lesson plan. Each new block of materials must begin with an H1 heading (other subheaders must be H2, H3, etc). When you describe required pictures, write those descriptions in curly brackets, for example: {A picture of a triangle} |
| Which subject | Design and technology |
| What topic | Online research |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 7 |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | |
| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Design and Technology
Online Research
Grade 7
30 Minutes
20
The lesson aligns with the national standards for digital literacy and research skills in design and technology.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 5 minutes | Introduce the topic of online research. Discuss its relevance in design and technology. |
| 2 | Importance of Reliability | 5 minutes | Explain how to identify reliable sources and why credibility matters. |
| 3 | Research Card Activity | 10 minutes | Distribute printable research cards. Instruct students to fill them out with sources they find. |
| 4 | Conducting Online Research | 5 minutes | Allow students to conduct research on their assigned topic using guided questions. |
| 5 | Collecting Research Cards | 5 minutes | Randomly collect research cards from students or conduct a quick check to assess progress. |
| 6 | Review and Reflection | 5 minutes | Discuss what students learned about online research and reliable sources. Summarize key points. |
Students will complete an online research assignment based on the topics discussed in class. They must submit their findings in written format by the next lesson.
The homework will be submitted electronically, ensuring it can be reviewed without the need for oral presentation in class. Students will be assessed on their understanding of online research practices and the reliability of sources.
"Good morning, everyone! Today, we're diving into a very important topic in our Design and Technology class: online research. In our digital age, the ability to conduct reliable online research is vital, especially in our field. We'll explore how to find trustworthy information and why it matters. By the end of this lesson, you'll be equipped with the skills to identify reliable sources and evaluate the information you come across online."
"Now, let’s talk about the importance of reliability when conducting online research. Can anyone tell me why it’s crucial to use reliable sources? That's right! Using credible information helps us make informed decisions, especially in technology and design. Let me share a few key tips on how to identify reliable sources:
With these points in mind, remember that not everything on the internet is true. We must critically examine our sources to ensure we’re using accurate information."
"Now, I’m going to hand out research cards to each of you. On these cards, you’ll be recording the sources you find during our research activity.
Please take a moment to write your name at the top and the research topic you'll focus on. Once you're ready, I want you to fill out sections for the title of the source, the author, and a brief summary of what the source discusses.
You have 10 minutes to find at least two credible sources. Begin now!"
"Okay, everyone, you have your research cards filled out! Now it’s time to put those tips to practice.
You’ll have 5 minutes to conduct your online research based on the topics that have been assigned. Remember to ask yourself guided questions such as:
Feel free to refer to the handout I provided you on evaluating online sources for more guidance. Start your research now!"
"Time’s up, everyone! Please finish up your last points on your research cards. Now, I will come around to collect your research cards. You can show me your progress if you’d like, or I can just take them to review later.
Let’s see how many sources you found and if you used reliable ones! Hand your cards to me when you're finished."
"Thank you for your hard work today! Now, let’s take a moment to reflect on what we’ve learned together about online research and the reliability of sources.
Can anyone share one thing they learned about how to evaluate an online source? Excellent point! Remember, identifying credible information is essential, especially as you dive deeper into design and technology projects.
To sum up, always cross-check your sources, use the evaluation strategies we discussed, and refer to trusted organizations. Don’t forget that your homework is to complete an online research assignment based on our lesson. You’ll submit your findings in written format by our next class.
Thank you all for your participation today! Let’s keep honing those digital literacy skills."
| Question | Answer |
|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------|
| Why is it crucial to use reliable sources in online research? | |
| What are three key tips to identify reliable sources? | |
| How can you check if the author of an article is an expert in the field? | |
| What should you look for in sources published by reputable organizations? | |
| Why is it important to verify if the information you find is up-to-date? | |
| What are some guided questions to ask yourself while conducting online research? | |
| What did you learn about how to evaluate an online source? | |
| How does using credible information help in making informed decisions in technology? | |
| What elements should you include on your research cards? | |
| Why is cross-checking sources essential in the research process? | |