A sampling of curricular ties from course work
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.4.7 Conduct short research projects that build knowledge through investigation of different aspects of a topic.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.4.8 Recall relevant information from experiences or gather relevant information from print and digital sources; take notes and categorize information.
- 4.SI.1 Apply criteria to determine appropriate information resources for specific topics and purposes.
4.SI.1.1 Use various types of resources to gather information (including print and online media).
4.SI.1.2 Use relevant sources of information for an assigned task.
- 4.TT.1 Use technology tools and skills to reinforce classroom concepts and activities.
- 4.TT.1.1 Use a variety of technology tools to gather data and information (e.g., Web-based resources, e-books, online communication tools, etc.).
- 4.TT.1.2 Use a variety of technology tools to organize data and information (e.g., word processor, graphic organizer, audio and visual recording, online collaboration tools, etc.).
- EI.SE.2: Understand the relationship between self and others in the broader world.
- EI.SE.2.1--Exemplify respect for individual and cultural differences.
- EI.SE.3: Use communication strategies to share information effectively for a variety of purposes and audiences.
- EI.SE.3.1--Use communication strategies that are appropriate for the situation and setting.
NC Essential Standards, Grade 5 Social Studies:
Objective 5.H.1.1 Evaluate relationships between European explorers and American Indian groups, based on accuracy of historical information.
Objective 5.H.1.2 Analyze the impact of major conflicts, battles and wars on the development of our nation through Reconstruction.
Objective 5.G.1.1 Understand and explain how physical environmental features affected early European settlers as they established communities in the New World
Common Core Standards Reason with shapes and their attributes.
- 1.G.1. Distinguish between defining attributes (e.g., triangles are closed and three-sided) versus non-defining attributes (e.g., color, orientation, overall size) ; build and draw shapes to possess defining attributes.
- 1.G.2. Compose two-dimensional shapes (rectangles, squares, trapezoids, triangles, half-circles, and quarter-circles) or three-dimensional shapes (cubes, right rectangular prisms, right circular cones, and right circular cylinders) to create a composite shape, and compose new shapes from the composite shape.1
- 1.G.3. Partition circles and rectangles into two and four equal shares, describe the shares using the words halves, fourths, and quarters, and use the phrases half of, fourth of, and quarter of. Describe the whole as two of, or four of the shares. Understand for these examples that decomposing into more equal shares creates smaller shares.
- 5/6 Compacted Math Objective 5.01: Describe, extend, and generalize numeric and geometric patterns using tables, graphs, words, and symbols.
- NC Common Core 5.OA.3: Analyze patterns and relationship” (Operations and Algebraic Thinking
Additionally, projects addressed these ISTE NETS for Students
- Communication and Collaboration Students use digital media and environments to communicate and work collaboratively, including at a distance, to support individual learning and contribute to the learning of others.
- Research and Information Fluency Students apply digital tools to gather, evaluate, and use information.
- Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision Making Students use critical thinking skills to plan and conduct research, manage projects, solve problems, and make informed decisions using appropriate digital tools and resources.
- Digital Citizenship Students understand human, cultural, and societal issues related to technology and practice legal and ethical behavior.
- Technology Operations and Concepts Students demonstrate a sound understanding of technology concepts, systems, and operations.