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Unit 3 To better understand the role technology plays in our lives, students will
research the advantages and drawbacks of technological innovations as
they are portrayed in various mediums. As students work to complete
Project their research projects, they will incorporate the knowledge of the skills
practiced during the unit as they discuss, plan, research, and create the
project, and as they deliver their presentations.
This project is a culminating assessment of what they have learned throughout the unit on the
advancement of technology and what responsibility people have for what they create. In this unit,
students will encounter informational text ranging from the usage of DNA for research studies,
the usage of chemical warfare, and the novel Frankenstein. They will look at each text from
various perspectives in how technology has helped as well as hurt humanity.
Suggested topics for small-group research and presentations include:
How have social media, such as Facebook and Twitter, and the widespread use of
computers and cell phones changed the way that people interact? What are the advantages
and drawbacks of these technological advances?
Research other instances where contaminated environments posed a danger to peoples
health. Describe the ultimate outcome of these instances. To what extent did they result in
the adoption of smarter environmental practices or in better regulation?
Find examples of work that used to be performed by people, but that can now be
performed by machines or robots. What is the effect of such mechanization? How might
society change as mechanization continues?
What are other representations-in films, books, television shows, or paintings-of
technologically advanced dystopias? How are they depicted? What are the most common
apprehensions they express about technology and society?
Technological advances have revolutionized how music is shared, how films are created,
how crops are grown, and how illnesses are treated. Pick one of these examples and do
research to learn more about the causes and effects of the technological advance in
question. Are the effects wholly positive, or are they mixed?
How has the use of technology impacted current events? Explore, for example, the
impact of social media on American elections or during the Arab Spring. How does
technology give people more power than they would otherwise have? What are the risks
and benefits associated with using technology to create political change?
Investigate the use of drone warfare as it is discussed in texts, articles, and studies. What
is the case for and against such warfare?
English/Language Arts Florida Standards
LAFS.910.RI.1.1, LAFS.910.RI.1.3, LAFS.910.RI.2.4, LAFS.910.RI.2.5, LAFS.910.RI.2.6,
LAFS.910.RI.3.7, LAFS.910.RI.3.8, LAFS.910.RI.3.9, LAFS.910.RI.410, LAFS.910.W.1.1,
LAFS.910.W2.5, LAFS.910.W.2.6, LAFS.910.W.3.7, LAFS.910.W.3.8, LAFS.910.W.3.9,
LAFS.910.W.4.10, LAFS.910.SL.1.1, LAFS.910.SL.1.2, LAFS.910.SL.1.3, LAFS.910.SL.2.4,
LAFS.910.SL.2.5, LAFS.910.SL.2.6, LAFS.910.L.2.3, LAFS.910.L.2.4
ISTE Standards
1. Facilitate and inspire student learning and creativity: engage students in exploring real-
world issues and solving authentic problems using digital tools and resources; model
collaborative knowledge construction by engaging in learning with students, colleagues,
and others in face-to-face and virtual environments
2. Design and develop digital age learning experienced and assessments: design or adapt
relevant learning experiences that incorporate digital tools and resources to promote
student learning and creativity.
3. Model digital age work and learning: Model and facilitate effective use of current and
emerging digital tools to locate, analyze, evaluate, and use information resources to
support research and learning.
4. Promote and model digital citizenship and responsibility: advocate, model, and teach
safe, legal, and ethical use of digital information and technology, including respect for
copyright, intellectual property, and the appropriate documentation of sources
5. Engage in professional growth: participate in local and global learning communities to
explore creative applications of technology to improve student learning; evaluate and
reflect on current research and professional practice on a regular basis to make effective
use of existing and emerging digital tools and resources in support of student learning.
Procedures:
Each student chooses a group to work with (between 3-5 students depending on class size). Each
member is responsible for conducting their own research for the project with each person using a
different source. Student have previously completed a similar project using technology therefore
they will review proper research standards and APA format for citation of sources. Each group
will create a visual/oral presentation on their chosen topic for the unit. It must include visuals,
each member participating (speaking to the whole class, completely answer the questions to their
topic and a well-cited APA reference page. following the guidelines for conducting research and
as a group following the rubric for the putting together of the presentation.
Objectives:
Complete topic-specific group research projects connected to the unit theme and essential
question.
Practice and apply research strategies to produce a presentation with multimedia features.
Participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations to express ideas and
build upon the ideas of others.
Practice, apply, and reinforce Listening & Speaking, and Research Standards.