Learning Objectives

Hands-on Activities
Instructional Management

In addition to Internet-based activities, it is important to include related hands-on activities in a project whenever possible. The hands-on activities could serve as an opener for the topic of study or could help to reinforce learning at a later point in the project.

EXAMPLE

QUESTIONS

RESOURCES

Students using the Wonderful World of Weather project gather real time weather data from the Internet and then build and use a variety of weather instruments to collect weather data at their school.

Consider these questions as you review your project.

What sub-topics covered in your project lend themselves to hands-on activities?
Are there sub-topics for which a demonstration could be useful in illustrating the concept being covered?
What hands-on activities and/or demonstrations can be incorporated into the project you have selected?

Use these resources to help you identify hands-on activities or demonstrations.

Activities and Lesson Plans

Exploratorium's "Science Snacks" - Comprehensive list of demonstration ideas based on the museum's exhibits.
Lessons from Teachnet.com - Limited list but there are some good science demonstration activities.
Lesson Bank - Searchable database of lessons including many hands-on activities for all grade levels.
AskERIC Lesson Plans - Another searchable database.
Edible/Inedible Experiments - Limited list of hands-on science experiments and demonstrations. Remember, safety rules at all times.
Experiments and Activities from Yahooligans - Long list of interesting activities.