4.+Informational+Databases

__ Assignment 4-1: Geocashing __
What is Geocashing? Geocaching is a high-tech treasure hunting game played throughout the world by adventure seekers equipped with GPS devices. The basic idea is to locate hidden containers, called geocaches, outdoors and then share your experiences online.

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First, go to [|www.geocaching.com] and set up an account. Then determine if there are any geocaches listed near the Berks IU (Zip 19612-6050). Write down the Latitude and Longitude of any geocaches.

Next, determine if there are any geocaches listed near your school. Take a screen shot of a map that lists the geocaches around your school and place it on your wikipage.

What is it like to geocache? Let the adventure begin!

__Assignment 4-2: Google Earth__
What is new with google earth? Check out this video... media type="youtube" key="V4LfKcn3WxE" height="385" width="480" Google earth is a free program. Just go to [|http://earth.google.com] to download.

Where were your the points to the cache? Import this file into Google Earth

How could you use google earth in your classroom? Go to [] and find at least two activities that you could use in your classroom. Summarize these activities (include a link) on your wikipage.

__Assignment 4-3: GPS units and Google Earth__
For this activity, we will gather data points using a GPS unit and import them to Google Earth. Place a screen shot of your google map with your coordinates on your wikipage. Include an explanation as to how you collected your data and what it represents.

__Assignment 4-4: Power Library__
You will need to check in with Power Library to complete the assignments. One way to connect is through your local library Internet page. For this you need your library card. You may also be able to connect through your school.

Once connected I want you to...

1. Find your year, make and model of your car and find the latest service bulliten on the Brakes, Power Brakes, Traction Control

2. In the Teacher Reference Center (TRC) find an "full text" article related to Digital Literacy. Write the name an article(s).

__Assignment 4-5: SAS on PDE Assignment__
SAS at PDE

What can you find from each of these areas of Student Acheivement? Summarize what you find on your wikipage. Be prepared to have your group present your findings to the class.

Clear Standards - GPS group 1 Interventions - GPS group 2 Materials & Resources - GPS group 3 Instruction - GPS group 5 Fair Assessments - GPS group 6 Curriculum Framework - GPS group 7

Next, 1. create an account with PDE and update your profile. 2. create a classroom web page 3. create a general blog question 4. add an assignment

Post a link to your newly created web site on your wikipage.

__Assignment 4-6: Commerce on the Internet__
Ebay or Craig’s List. NewEgg? Let's see if you are a real bargain hunter! See if you can find the best deal on the Internet. Find the item listed in the classroom and post your findings in the discussion page.

Don't forget woot!