Today is a day of discoveries! When I started discovery
quests I had no idea it would turn into an odyssey of adventure where students
and I journey into unchartered territory to learn new things. Students have
moved beyond the standard presentations, including media and hyperlinks to
bring their discoveries alive. Some have including experiments, Skype visits
from experts, and classroom guests. Students are becoming more animated in
their presentation skills, drawing their audience in with voice and gestures.
Today we had some live chickens come visit us! We learned chickens do not get
cold and that some like to eat lobster meat! These learning experiences really
resonate with students, who will take these skills with them as they
matriculate through school. They are learning that Google is not a reference,
creative ways to involve their audience in presentations, and how to speak to
an audience. Life long learning builds foundational skills and strategies
students will access in their futures! I did ask students to think about what
BIG question they are answering in their discovery quests. I love starting with
a question! It helps shape discovery!
Students enjoying their visit from chickens!
I did my discovery quest early! I wanted to discover
meteorology. I shared the background of Bri Eggers, meteorologist for WHDH.
We read her weather blog,
and checked out weather maps. I asked students to think of questions about
meteorology. On Monday we have such a special treat. Bri is coming to visit us
so we can learn more about meteorology. You never know where a discovery quest
will take you or what surprise guest will be coming to visit us!
Students surprised Bri Eggers is coming to visit us!
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