Creating a Theme Park Brochure

Author: Patricia Janann Nicholson
Curriculum Area: Instructional Technology
Subject Area: M/J Introduction to Computers
Sunshine State Standard Benchmark:
  • Demonstrate awareness of computer systems, i.e., input, process, and
    output.
  • Identify the functions of basic computer hardware and software and
    peripheral devices.
  • Operate a computer for varied educational purposes.
    • LA.B.2.3.4 use electronic technology including databases and software to gather information and communicate new knowledge.
  • Demonstrate awareness of telecommunications concepts.
    • LA.D.2.3.4 understand how the multiple media tools of graphics,
      pictures, color, motion, and music can enhance
      communication in television, film, radio, and advertising.
  • Analyze varied tasks and problems to determine when technology is
    useful and select the appropriate tool(s) and technology resource(s) to
    address those tasks and problems.
    • MA.E.1.3.1 collect, organize, and display data in a variety of forms, including tables, line graphs, charts, and bar graphs, to
      determine how different ways of presenting data can lead to
      different interpretations.
    • SS.B.1.3.1 use various map forms (including thematic maps) and other geographic representations, tools, and technologies to
      acquire, process, and report geographic information
      including patterns of land use, connections between places,
      and patterns and processes of migration and diffusion.
  • Demonstrate awareness of the impact of technology on careers and
    society and the need for its ethical use.
    • LA.D.2.3.6 understand specific ways that mass media can potentially enhance or manipulate information.
  • Demonstrate awareness of personal and occupational uses of
    computers and other technology.
    • SC.H.3.3.7 know that computers speed up and extend people’s ability to collect, sort, and analyze data; prepare research reports; and share data and ideas with others.
Grade Level: 7th MYP & 7th/8th Grade Wheel
Lesson Title: Creating a Theme Park Brochure
Resources: Nicholson's Lesson Plan Blues
http://pjnicholson.com/mjcomapp/themepark.htm
Learning Objective:

Students will:

  • gather information on chosen theme park from assigned websites.
  • include all information listed in Brochure Worksheet in the publication.
  • use the Objects Toolbar to insert text and graphics to brochure.
  • use the Drawing Toolbar to add unique shapes.
  • use the correct page layout for creating a brochure.
  • include a map using MapQuest in brochure.
  • use the spell and grammar features in Microsoft Word to correct spelling and grammar errors.
Instructions: Students will follow the instructions provided at Nicholson's Lesson Plan Blues Website.
Assessment http://pjnicholson.com/mjcomapp/lp/brochurerubric.htm