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 Teacher Tips for This Project
The following are possible suggestions
to ensure that the research module runs smoothly.
Background Knowledge: Students should have studied the geographic
regions of the U.S. prior to starting this project. Regions: Coastal Plain,
Appalachian Mtns., Interior Plains, Rocky Mtns., Inter-Mtn. Regions,
Pacific Coast & Mtn Regions, Canadian Shield, Hawaii
- This
research module will take approximately 2-3 weeks. Plan on
spending at least two weeks in the computer lab gathering, sifting,
sorting information and writing an expository paper.
- This
is an individual project.
- Decide
where you want students to save their working files and clarify the
directions you wish to communicate to them.
- It
is highly recommended that you have a cart of books and/or
encyclopedias, which support the research.
- This
project works particularly well in a Core class where Social Studies
and Language Arts can be integrated.
- Preview
the references on the Gathering page
so that you can guide students to the most helpful section of these
sites. Watch for
advertising and any sites that require a visitor to login or
register. Test out the
site requirements before using them with your students.
- You
may use the MLA Citation format to
guide students in citing their sources. Many useful tools for student and teacher are found in Citing Sources for Writing & Research.
- Options
for sharing information - Gather students in small groups to share
their decisions. 3-4
students with same or different regional preferences. OR Full class
oral presentations based upon the expository papers.
- Expository
Paper-Refer to the directions on the Reporting
Page or modify to fit your curriculum requirements.
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