ETC > NSA Home > Social Studies 6-8 Social Studies 6-8 Ancient Mesopotamian and Egyptian Writing: Students will learn about ancient forms of communication using the internet, inspiration and clay tablets. Dollars for Darfur: Students use technology to make a difference by informing, influencing, and impacting others. European Newscast: Students will work collaboratively to learn about other cultures through internet research and then produce a newscast. Glory Field Author Brochure: Students will research author Walter Dean Myers using online resources and then create an electronic brochure based on their findings. Liberty Scavenger Hunt: Students will use the internet to learn about the events leading up to the American Revolution. Making a Map of the Classroom: Students will use map making skills to create a map of the classroom. Mark Twain: Students will learn about Mark Twain through the creation of an informative website. The Roman Empire: Students will work collaboratively to learn about other cultures through internet research and then produce a newscast. South America Commercials: Students will use digital tools to create commercials that promote travel to South American countries. Surviving a Hurricane: Students will learn how to survive a hurricane through the use of an interactive website and related worksheets. Virtual Vacation: Students will learn about the culture and geography of a foreign city by creating a virtual vacation. Virtual Field Trip of Japan: Students will explore Japan and Japanese culture via Google Earth and United Streaming Video. Vocabulary Scavenger Hunt: Students will define vocabulary words through the use of online references. Where in the World?: Students will expand their knowledge of geography and culture by creating a global geography podcast. Wild Egypt: Students will use wireless laptops to learn about Egypt and then answer questions online. Return to top of page Return to lesson plans menu

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