Multimedia

Subject Area: Mathematics - Fractions
Grade Level: Grade 7
Source: http://www.learnalberta.ca/content/mejhm/html/video_interactives/fractions/fractionsSmall.html

Description of Multimedia Learning Object: The learning object that I would utilize is this website that introduces fractions. This link has a video and an interactive activity. The video explains how fractions are used in our daily lives and why it is important to understand fractions. The interactive activity is a great tool for the students to work through so they can practice and understand how fractions work.

Description of Integration Idea: I would use this site’s video to help me introduce fractions to my grade 7 students. The video would help students understand how we use fractions on a regular basis. As a class we would then discuss the importance of fractions and how they apply fractions to their daily lives. Once the students have a good grasp on fractions I would ask them to work through the activity that is provided on the website.

Planning and Preparation: Firstly, I would book the computer lab to ensure that there were enough computers for each student. I would make sure that every computer had the multimedia software (QuickTime) that is needed to run the video on the website. Before class I would check to see if the website working properly so there is no confusion during class time. If this particular link were not working I would have another interactive activity ready to share with the class, for example a lesson using the smart board. During this activity I would walk around the classroom to ensure that all students understand how fractions work and what there purpose is. Once the students finished the video and the activity I would have a short worksheet for them to complete. This will help me keep track of who truly worked through the video and activity.

Subject General Learner Outcome: Develop number sense

Subject Specific Learner Outcome: Demonstrate an understanding of adding and subtracting positive fractions and mixed numbers, with like and unlike denominators, concretely, pictorially, and symbolically

ICT Outcome:
C1: Students will access, use and communicate information from a variety of technologies
3.3 access and operate multimedia applications and technologies from stand-alone and online sources
3.4 access and retrieve information through the electronic network
F1: Students will demonstrate an understanding of the nature of technology
3.1 demonstrate an understanding that information can be transmitted through a variety of media
F6: Students will demonstrate a basic understanding of the operating skills required in a variety of technologies 3.1 connect and use audio, video and digital equipment