Week 5 Blog

The thing that struck me the most about this week's reading was how well the project discussed teaches to different intelligences. The inclusion of field trips to the creek site and engaging with the environment teaches to naturalistic learners, as well as kinesthetic learners, while the use of statistical data and formulas appeals to logical learners. The creation of causal maps incorporates visual learning, and the use of small group work to prepare those maps appeals to interpersonal students. The presentation aspect can also appeal to interpersonal students and linguistic learners. Intrapersonal learners have plenty of opportunities to engage with the material one-on-one and to help get things done in a group setting. Musical learners could....write a song about the creek? I don't know, that one is tough.

The incorporation of technology in the classroom is what makes this project possible. By incorporating tools from the Web-based Inquiry Science Environment with a project inspired by the Aquatic Outreach Institute, Ms. Owen has enhanced her students' learning experience through the use of database tools. She also expresses interest in incorporating powerpoint into future iterations, which can also be good for visual learners, interpersonal learners, and linguistic learners.