GeoQuiz

=Geoquiz Project=

Description
Students will create a GeoQuiz about a world wonder. The product will be modeled after [|Public Radio International]'s GeoQuiz. Student learning will be demonstrated through their research-based GeoQuiz created using Garage Band as well as map images captured using Google Earth. See [|sample projects] (**User Name:** elem **Password:** elem).

IT Skills Emphasised

 * Digital voice recording using Garageband
 * Exporting of audio and movie file from one format to another
 * Searching for relevant graphics from the internet and using screen captures from GoogleEarth
 * Acknowledging relevant sources of graphics
 * Importing various graphics into applications
 * Adding digital voice recordings to applications

Social Studies
Standard 3: Students will understand the concepts of geography and demography and how geography and demography influence and are influenced by human history.

Language Arts
8.9 Uses a variety of verbal communication skills 8.10 Organizes ideas for oral presentation

IT
3.2 Know procedures for importing and manipulating pictures, images, and charts in word processing documents and spreadsheets, presentations, and other creative works. 4.2 Identify a variety of media and formats to create and edit products that communicate syntheses of information and ideas from the curriculum to multiple audiences. 5.3 Identify, record, and organize information on assigned topics in the curriculum by selecting and using appropriate information and communication technology tools and resources. 6.2 Know how to select and use information and communication technology tools and resources to collect, organize, and evaluate information relevant to a real world problem.

Supporting Resources (Electronic)
The MKIS Elementary WIKI for students has a project page with additional details and documents related to this project.