Gold level
Kinect Olympics
Uploaded on 1/11/2012
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Learning objectives
- To understand the link and make connections between how databases could be used in the real world.
- To be able to explain the importance of validation and field types when using a database.
- To be able to track own progress and to extend parent involvement through the use of blogging.
Created for
Ages 11 - 13
Subject
Biology
Physical Education
Technology/ICT
21st Century Skills
Collaboration
Communication
ICT for learning
Problem solving & innovation (creativity)
Featured tools
AutoCollageKinect
LiveWriter
Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft SkyD...
Microsoft Tag
Microsoft WordMicrosoft Access
Required hardware
PC
Kinect
Xbox
Instructional approach
Project based learning (PBL)
Other
Learning activity details
This is a 6-7 lesson cycle where the teacher sets the context of a whole school event called the Kinect Olympics. Students will use desktop publishing and literacy to create a data collection sheet which will be filled out as students attempt to get the high score. The sheets will help students understand data types and they will build their database using the correct fields (Number, Date, Yes/No). They will all compete and record their scores on Kinect Sports. These scores with the rest of the schools and queries will help answer the hypothesis. Students will present their findings through a written report but will use the Kinect Spelling test to help their literacy on technical terms.
