Students compose and notate short 4/4, 3/4, and 6/8 rhythms across multiple class periods.

Students compose and notate short rhythms in 4/4, 3/4, and 6/8 meters across multiple class periods.

Solving problems involving area and perimeter of composite figuresMathematics Instructional Plans (MIPs) help teachers align instruction with the 2016 Mathematics Standards of Learning (SOL) by providing examples of how the knowledge, skills and processes found in the SOL and curriculum framework can be presented to students in the classroom.

Exploring Composition of Functions Mathematics Instructional Plans (MIPs) help teachers align instruction with the 2016 Mathematics Standards of Learning (SOL) by providing examples of how the knowledge, skills and processes found in the SOL and curriculum framework can be presented to students in the classroom.

After the completion of this module students will understand that sound travels in compression waves and must have a medium to travel. Sound also travels in liquids and gases. Students will also understand that sound waves are created by vibrations and capable of transmitting energy.This module was developed by Sarah Donnelly as part of a Virginia Commonwealth University STEM initiative sponsored by the Virginia Department of Education.

Lesson plan discussing and exploring how computer screens and TVs make colors and how colors are broken down into RGB values.

This is a lesson plan for educators to use that involves students creating an object using a computer graphics program as well as conducting research. 

In this lesson, students will learn about computer hardware and computing systems. They will work to describe different types of computer hardware and their functions, and identify computing systems in a real world context.

How can a student tell if his or her device is not working properly? What are ways he or she can describe the problem to the teacher? How can students seek help? Students will clearly be able to describe problems such as :“The computer won’t turn on,” “The pointer on the screen won’t move,” or “I lost the web page.” In this lesson, you will hold a class discussion to address these questions.

Students will explore computing parts and use oral language and content area vocabulary to describe items, then write a descriptive sentence to describe a technology problem.

Students will take on the role of an HR team recruiting employees to a career in Computer Science. As HR specialists, students will create recruiting tools, job descriptions, and interview questions pertinent to the position.

This two-semester course provides instruction in the basics of computer construction and repair; emphasizes troubleshooting and diagnosis of hardware and software failures; provides the skills necessary to gain entry-level employment in the field of computer servicing. Students have the opportunity to service and repair a wide range of personal computers while learning theory of operation and gaining programming skills. Students will use a variety of service tools. The operation of each component of a computer is studied and tested while assembling test computers. Designed to provide a solid foundation as a basis for a student's continuing education in the computer sciences.

Students will come to understand how their own brains can be similar to computers. People tend to be left-brain or right brain dominant; however, with tools and training, non-dominant characteristics can be enhanced much to that of computers that are outfitted with hardware and software for gaming versus designing. This lesson will focus on input and output devices to graph equations written in the form y = mx+b.

For this lesson it is important that students have seen and/or used a computer to be able to discuss the differences and similarities of computers from the past and present. While looking at computers and their systems students will be discussing the things that computers do to make their lives easier and the ways that they use computers everyday in their daily lives.

At the start of this lesson, the students will meet with the teacher as a whole group on the carpet. The teacher will display a Google Slide presentation about computing systems. The lesson will start with a small discussion about the purpose of computers. After activating their prior knowledge, the students will watch a short video about the different types of computers and the parts that make up a computer. Afterwards, the students will review what they learned by identifying the different types of computers using pictures and naming the different parts of a computer by listening to clues about their function. Once the students understand the information, the teacher will have the students return to their desks and complete a worksheet where they will identify the items that rEnglishte to a computer.

The teacher will help students identify, compare, and contrast different computing systems such as a desktop computer, laptop computer, tablet, and mobile device; identify and describe the purpose of the keyboard, mouse/trackpad, and printer. This lesson would go well before students use their devices for the first time!

Teachers read aloud an eBook about computer systems. Teacher guide includes questioning activities and suggested follow-ups for after reading.

Students will be challenged with researching various problems that may occur with hardware and software for computer usage and then turn their research into posters for the class to use later if they have a problem occur past our lesson.

How can we use technology in Algebra? How can we change technology to fit our needs?

In fourth grade, students begin to think about the impacts of computing and computing devices. The accurate use of terminology as well as the responsible use of technology will continue to be built upon. The foundational understanding of computing and the use of technology will be an integral component of successful acquisition of skills across content areas. This lesson will focus on looking at how computer and computer technologies impact our world and daily lives. It will guide students through key vocabulary, examples and discussions.