D.+Teacher+Process

Teacher Process
The //[|Community of Caring WebQuest]// will be conducted following an informative session conducted by the Principal and Assistant Principal to inform students about the requirements of the newly revised and adopted //[|Pupil Safety and Violence Prevention]// (#RSA-193-F)1 legislation. The students also participated in a discussion of bullying conducted by the school counselors. Students will build on this prior knowledge to gain a fuller understanding of bullying, its ramifications, and possible solutions to prevent or “wipe it out” of LSS. As an “authentic task,” the WebQuest will support the library media curriculum by providing opportunities to advance students’ technology skills, spark their critical thinking and creative skills, and recognize their diverse abilities. In preparation for the //[|Community of Caring WebQuest]//, the LMS will
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In preparation for a successful learning experience, the following technology components will be fulfilled prior to the WebQuest. > In conducting the //[|Community of Caring WebQuest]//, the LMS will employ the following strategies to provide effective classroom management. The LMS will > The Library Media Specialist will evaluate students on both a formal and informal basis. Each class will be conducted for an hour. The students will continue to interact with each other using the blog. Students may access computers and technology resources in the library throughout the week. What is your definition of bullying? What do you think bullying looks like? 1) **Primary sites:** a. [|It’s My Life]  b. [|Stop Bullying Now!]  c. [|Kid’s Against Bullying]  2) **Secondary sites:** a. [|Dealing with Bullies] – Kids Health b. [|Stop Cyberbullying] Blogging Prompt for Week Two: What did you learn about yourself or your partner that you might not have known before? What do you feel made the most impact on you during your research? 1) **Primary sites:** c. [|It’s My Life]  d. [|Stop Bullying Now!]  e. [|Kid’s Against Bullying]  3) **Secondary sites:** a. [|Dealing with Bullies] – Kids Health b. [|Dealing with Bullies] – Child and Youth Health c. [|Are you a Bystander to Bullying?] d. [|Stop Cyberbullying] What do you think about the solutions you found? Were you surprised by any of the tips? Have you ever been disappointed about how a bullying incident was handled? What would you do if you reported a bullying incident and nothing happened? The Public Service Announcements (PSAs) have powerful messages. Do you feel that the PSA videos made more of an impact on you than the information on the websites? Why or why not? Have you come to a decision about your final product to present your “anti-bullying” PSA? If so, would you like to share your idea with your classmates? During week five and six of the //[|Community of Caring WebQuest]// you will create posts on your own based on your research and exploration of the websites. Some things to keep in mind: What have you learned about bullying, its ramifications, and ways to prevent it? What do you think is your role in “wiping it out” of LSS? LCD projector with built in speaker Screen Internet access & selected web sites/pages Media Center Laptop 8 Media Center Desktop Computers Mobile Computer Lab - Dells and/or Macs Headphones Digital cameras Flip Video Cameras Microphones Whiteboard and dry erase markers List of Kidblog.org user names and passwords Bookmarks with WebQuest site and class Blog site URLs Webquest: //[|Community of Caring WebQuest]// Kidblog.org class site – //[|Community of Caring WebQuest Blog]// Graphic organizer handout Pens, pencils, paper, markers, crayons, colored pencils Glue Additional materials as needed - construction paper, cardboard, etc. Selected websites Evaluation Rubrics: Students, Library Media Specialist Books: //Trouble Talking// by Trudy Ludwig //My Secret Bully// by Trudy Ludwig //Just Kidding// by Trudy Ludwig
 * create the //[|Community of Caring WebQuest].// This quest will include the introduction, task, process, and all relevant websites to complete the quest activities.
 * create the //Community of Caring WebQuest// [|classroom blog site] and enter the students’ names and passwords. The LMS will create a handout for the students with their usernames and passwords for the blog.
 * create a graphic organizer for the students to use when researching.
 * gather videos and print resources to be used for class discussions and student research.
 * sign-out laptop lab with 17 computers for the six weeks of the //[|Community of Caring WebQuest]//
 * sign-out digital resources, including Flip and digital cameras, for the final two weeks of the quest for the students to use to create their final products.
 * check library resources and contact the LSS art teacher for supplies. The LMS will purchase necessary materials using Book Fair Funds.
 * create a bookmark with the //[|Community of Caring WebQuest]// and //[|Community of Caring WebQuest Blog]// site URLs.
 * Requirements for technology use:**
 * Students will use Moodle forums to discuss books they are reading and to reflect on library class readings in preparation for the //[|Community of Caring WebQuest Blog]// activities.
 * Students have participated with the Technology Coordinator to create Garage Band podcasts.
 * Students have worked with the LMS to create Digital Book Trailers.
 * Students have worked with the Art Teacher to create digital photography projects.
 * The LMS will check the Responsible Use Policy consent forms for the participating students to make certain there are no restrictions on the technologies needed for this webquest. The LMS will call parents to obtain permission if there are restrictions that will impede the student’s participation in the webquest.
 * The laptop labs, digital cameras, headphones etc. will be checked for adequate operation.
 * The LMS will gather cords to wire laptop computers to land line Internet access in the event that the Wireless Network is inoperable.
 * The 8 library desktop computers will be made available to the participating students throughout the week.
 * The LMS, Library Assistant, and paraprofessionals will circulate throughout the library to assist students with technology as needed.
 * Provisions for classroom management** :
 * provide a variety of teaching methods, including demonstration, interpretive discussion, and cooperative learning activities to provide students with visual, auditory, kinesthetic, and multi-sensory experiences.
 * provide students with clearly defined expectations for behavior, technology use, and activity completion.
 * clearly state the WebQuest’s and each lesson’s objective and expectation at the start of each class.
 * gather the students at the beginning of each class to begin lesson and answer any questions they may have.
 * provide assistance with technology or activities when needed. Students may contact the LMS through the blog or by email outside of school hours.
 * prepare the Library Assistant and paraprofessionals to be able to assist students when necessary. The LMS, Library Assistant, and paraprofessionals will circulate throughout the library to provide necessary assistance.
 * assign teams for the WebQuest and state that each member will alternate as scribe and navigator.
 * gather necessary digital and analog resources and make them readily available to students throughout the course of the WebQuest.
 * work with the classroom and Special Education teachers to create appropriate expectations for students at above/below grade level ability.
 * Evaluation:**
 * The LMS will evaluate the students with a rubric based on contribution to class environment, //[|Community of Caring WebQuest Blog]// participation, cooperation and contribution to team efforts, final product, and demonstration of digital citizenship.
 * Students will complete a self-assessment for the class discussions, blogging, and cooperative activities.
 * Students will evaluate their teammate/s’ efforts during cooperative activities.
 * Timeline:**
 * Week One: Welcome to the //Community of Caring WebQuest//** **!**
 * 1) The Library Media Specialist (LMS) will gather the students and display the //[|Community of Caring WebQuest]// Introduction section. As the LMS reads the Introduction, he/she will state the objective for the WebQuest. Over the next 6 weeks, students will work cooperatively and independently to complete the WebQuest and create a final product that will demonstrate their understanding of bullying and provide solutions to “wipe it out” of Lincoln Street School. They will participate in class discussions following read alouds and video viewing. Students may opt to work independently or with a classmate to create the final product that will be shared with the school community. They will use selected websites and a class blog to complete these activities. Technology resources and materials will be provided for these activities. These activities will increase their knowledge of the problem of bullying while it enhancing their technology, writing, reading, collaborative, sharing, critical thinking, and creative skills. Students will be informed that as part of the WebQuest, they will be evaluated by the LMS based on a rubric, and will be expected to complete a self-evaluation of their efforts. They will also be expected to evaluate their teammate/s’ efforts.
 * 2) Using the overhead LCD projector, the LMS will introduce the various sections of the //[|Community of Caring WebQuest].//
 * 3) Students will view and discuss the Brain Pop video, [|Bullying with Annie and Moby.]
 * 4) The LMS will display the [|class’s blogging site] on Kidblog.org and will discuss the opening message and guidelines for safe blogging.
 * 5) The LMS will discuss with the students that they will be asked to create at least one entry and reply to at least one classmate’s entry each week. Students will be encouraged to use the library’s computers to complete the blogging requirements if they have limited access to computers and/or the Internet.
 * 6) The LMS will state that for the first four weeks, they will respond to questions posed. After four weeks, they will be creating their own entries in response to their findings. Following is the blog prompt for the first week of the WebQuest:
 * 1) Students will be given a bookmark with the //[|Community of Caring WebQuest]// and //[|Community of Caring WebQuest Blog]// site URLs. Using the bookmarks, students will sign into the network using the laptop lab and library desktop computers.
 * 2) Students will enter their user name and password to access the classroom blog.
 * 3) The LMS will hand out the graphic organizers.
 * 4) Using the bookmarks, students will access the //[|Community of Caring WebQuest]// and spend a few moments to look over the three primary websites listed below.
 * [|It’s My Life]
 * [|Stop Bullying Now!]
 * [|Kid’s Against Bullying]
 * 1) The LMS will inform the students that between now and their next library class, they will access their [|blog account] to create a post.
 * Week Two: //What is Bullying and How does it Impact Me?//**
 * 1) The LMS will introduce the lesson and state expectations/goals. Students will listen to and discuss a read aloud, access the //[|Community of Caring WebQuest]//, and research the topic of bullying. Students will continue to reflect and respond on their blogs.
 * 2) The LMS will read and lead a discussion of //Trouble Talk// by Trudy Ludwig.
 * 3) With their “task force” computer teammate, students will use their graphic organizer and two of the primary sites and at least one of the secondary sites to define the terms **bullying, bully, cyberbullying, bystander**, and **victim/target** . Students will be instructed to cite their sources.
 * 4) Students will choose one of the **primary sites** listed below to complete some of the activities, watch a video or webisode, and/or take one of the self-evaluation polls.
 * Week Three: //What Can We Do About Bullying?//**
 * 1) The LMS will introduce the lesson and state expectations/goals. Students will listen to and discuss a read aloud, access the //[|Community of Caring WebQuest]//, and research solutions to prevent/eradicate bullying. Students will continue to reflect and respond on their blogs.
 * 2) The LMS will read and lead a discussion of //My Secret Bully// by Trudy Ludwig.
 * 3) With their “task force” computer teammate, students will use their graphic organizer to research solutions to prevent/eradicate bullying using at least two of the primary sites and at least two of the secondary sites.
 * Blogging Prompt for Week Three:**
 * Week Four: //What Can We Do About Bullying?//**
 * 1) The LMS will introduce the lesson and state expectations/goals. Students will listen to and discuss a read aloud, access the //[|Community of Caring WebQuest]//, view PSAs, and complete researching solutions to prevent/eradicate bullying. Students will continue to reflect and respond on their blogs.
 * 2) The LMS will read and lead a discussion of //Just Kidding// by Trudy Ludwig.
 * 3) Students will view the Public Service Announcements on the //[|Starting a Campaign]// page of the //Stop Bullying Now// website. Students will record answers to posed questions in their graphic organizer.
 * 4) Students will continue to research methods to prevent or eradicate bullying.
 * Blogging Prompt for Week Four:**
 * Weeks Five & Six: //Taking What We Have Learned to Think, Create, Share & Grow!//**
 * 1) The LMS will introduce the lesson and state expectations/goals. In weeks five and six, students will work with a partner/s to complete a PSA final product from a list of possible choices. Depending on their choice, relevant media resources will be available for their use in and out of class time. These final products will be presented to the school community and should demonstrate their understanding of bullying, its ramifications, and provide some methods to combat it in our school. Students will continue to reflect and respond on their blogs.
 * 2) The LMS will lead a discussion of the students’ findings. The students will meet with the LMS to discuss their final product choice.
 * 3) Depending on their product choice, students will be grouped with classmates to complete this product.
 * 4) Students will work with teammates to complete a storyboard of their ideas before beginning their product. Students will use notes, graphic organizers, and resources provided to complete this activity.
 * 5) Teams will use the computers, digital resources, and other materials to complete the product. These resources will be available in the library throughout the week.
 * 6) Students will complete self and teammate evaluations.
 * Blogging Prompts:**
 * Materials Needed:**

[|[1]] "Section 193-F:3 Definitions." NH General Court. Web. 27 Feb. 2011. <http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/rsa/html/xv/193-f/193-f-3.htm