Inquiry+Activity+Martha+Ramona+Mata


 * First Posting By March 1st to your Group Wiki. Create a new page with your name and the words "Inquiry Activity" in the title of the page. **The assignment has several criteria which are numbered in the directions. Include the number of each criteria in your response. In other words if there are 4 criteria, you would type " (1)" and then your response to the first criteria. Next type "(2) and your response to the 2nd criteria. Continue numbering each section of your response.

Use the Link in Weekly Resources; Graphics & Learner Activities-> Learner Activities to find a web based inquiry activity of interest to you. BE SURE THE ACTIVITY IS INQUIRY BASED AND NOT LOWER LEVEL TASKS.

Do the online activity as if you were a student.   (1) After you have completed the online activity, describe it. [] Interactive Factor Tree Game Basically, this site is an interactive math site that assists the student in solving equations. I found this site interesting because it covers all math topics. You could punch in any equation and it will assist you in coming up with the correct answer. I was mainly interested on the level of interaction which was very high. All the activities on this site are high order thinking game, allowing the student to have participate while at the same time learning. I also enjoyed the extra features on the page such as the glossary, sample homework’s. This site promotes the habit of practicing. It’s important that students understand formulas, mathematical rules and checking the answer. I honestly feel that the student who may not have the help at home when it comes to doing homework – this site could assist in teaching the students.   (2a) Identify the specific NYS Standards – The following NYS standard is for Math located under problem solving for grade 5. This interactive site promotes problem solving and activities that stimulate the mind. **//Students will build new mathematical knowledge through problem solving. //**


 *  || Know the difference between relevant and irrelevant information when solving problems  ||
 *  || <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">Understand that some ways of representing a problem are more efficient than others  ||
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> || <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">Interpret information correctly, identify the problem, and generate possible strategies and solutions  ||

<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 9.5pt; line-height: 115%;"> <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 9.5pt; line-height: 115%;"> <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 9.5pt; line-height: 115%;"> (2b) National Education Technology Standards – Use Standards Link from course web page. <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 9.5pt; line-height: 115%;">4. Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision Making <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 9.5pt; line-height: 115%;"> Students use critical thinking skills to plan and conduct research, manage projects, solve problems, and make informed decisions using appropriate digital tools and resources. Students: <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 9.5pt; line-height: 115%;"> <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 9.5pt; line-height: 115%;"> a. identify and define authentic problems and significant questions for investigation. <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 9.5pt; line-height: 115%;">b. plan and manage activities to develop a solution or complete a project. <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 9.5pt; line-height: 115%;">c. collect and analyze data to identify solutions and/or make informed decisions. <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 9.5pt; line-height: 115%;">d. use multiple processes and diverse perspectives to explore alternative solutions. <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 9.5pt; line-height: 115%;"> <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 9.5pt; line-height: 115%;"> (3) Explain why you think this is a good example of inquiry based learning. <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 9.5pt; line-height: 115%;"> <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 9.5pt; line-height: 115%;">This site is a good Example because it provides a lot of games that promote and help the student identify different methods to help collect data and lead the student to come up with solution. Also this site provides a glossary packed with mathematical terms. I also notice this site has workspaces that provide the student with sample homework questions to solve.

<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 9.5pt; line-height: 115%;"> <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 9.5pt; line-height: 115%;">(4) Which activities involve inquiry based learning and why? <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 9.5pt; line-height: 115%;"> <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 9.5pt; line-height: 115%;"> <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 9.5pt; line-height: 115%;">(5) Which activities did not involve inquiry based learning and why? <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 9.5pt; line-height: 115%;"> <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 9.5pt; line-height: 115%;"> <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 9.5pt; line-height: 115%;">(6) Identify which is the best inquiry based activity and explain why you chose it? (5%)