FRED’S TEETH VIDEO CONFERENCING PROJECT BRIEF
(idea provided by Lynsey Russell - Woodlands Community Primary School, Torfaen)
NB THIS IS A MINIMUM TWO SESSION VIDEO CONFERENCE
Video Conference 1
Preparation prior to VC
- Each class/group study the human body with a focus on teeth.
- Each class/group view Fred’s problem using the accompanying powerpoint FRED’S TEETH.
- Each group discusses the problem and thoughtshowers how they will tackle the problem.
- The teachers will review each group’s approach and ideas and partner up a group from each class to discuss further during the first video conference.
Resources
1. Internet access
2. Relevant resources related to teeth.
3. Fred’s Teeth Problem – powerpoint
4. Planning boards
Video Conference Agenda – Suggested Activities
- Initial introductions between the classes/schools.
- Each class reviews FRED'S TEETH problem using the accompanying powerpoint.
- In the paired groups the children discuss the problem further using a Q and A structure before undertaking the investigation.
- Closing comments and thank you.
Resources
- FRED'S TEETH Problem powerpoint
- Questions created by paired groups to clarify anything about the investigation planned.
Ongoing Mini Video Conferences (possibly using pvx and webcams)
- As the groups carry out the investigation regular mini video conferences could take place for the groups to collaborate and review the investigation as it progresses.
- This will also ensure that the groups who are paired carry out the investigation in the same way to ensure consistency of results.
Video Conference 2
Preparation prior to VC
- Collation of results and explanation of results
- Any photographic/video evidence taken during the investigation.
Video Conference Agenda – Suggested Activities
- Greetings between each class
- Each group presents the results from their investigation and compares their results to the paired group in the partner class.
- Q and A session can take place with the other groups asking relevant scientific questions e.g. how can you ensure accuracy of your results.
- Closing comments and thank you.
Resources
- Results from the investigation
- Any relevant photographs/videos taken during the investigation.
Schedule
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