Integrating Communication State Standards for Learnings
with The NatureMapping Program


COMMUNICATION


Component
NatureMapping
GRADE 4
GRADE 7
GRADE 10
1.1 Focus attention. Pay attention to instructions, NatureMapping procedures and guidelines. Give evidence of paying attention, by taking notes and asking questions, to NatureMapping procedures and guidelines. Analyze and reflect while paying attention to NatureMapping procedures and guidelines, ask appropriate questions during introductory phase of program.
1.2 Listen and observe to gain and interpret information. Identify visual information from field guides, computer programs, and from nature; begin to distinguish wildlife vocalizations. Use tools such as birding software and audio tapes to add audiovisual information to confirm or reject hypotheses about species identification. Use technological tools and experience in the field to confirm or reject hypotheses about species identification.
Interpret visual texts; what can be learned about wildlife from illustrations, guides, and computer programs?
1.3 Check for understanding by asking questions and paraphrasing. Paraphrase information obtained and given, and select that which is pertinent for wildlife identification and location purposes. Paraphrase information obtained and given, and select that which is pertinent for NatureMapping purposes. Make inferences based on collected NatureMapping data.
Construct hypotheses from NatureMapping data. Ask questions to refine and verify hypotheses.
2.1 Communicate clearly to a range of audiences for different purposes. Communicate to teacher, small group, or class by giving report on wildlife data. Communicate to an expanding range of audiences, such as informing community members about local wildlife species. Communicate wildlife data and program guidelines effectivley with different audiences including professional biologist.
Communicate for a broad range of purposes including information and influence.
2.2 Develop content and ideas. Create a comprehensive and organized presentation of data with a clear sequencing of ideas and transitions and supported by related details.
2.5 Effectively use action, sound, and images to support presentations. Present drawings or photos of wildlife and their habitats to enhance written information. Use increasingly sophisticated audiovisual aids including computer presentations, existing birding CD-ROMS, and maps as presentation tool. Demonstrate use of GIS technology or develop a website to present ideas and concepts.
3.2 Work cooperatively as a member of a group. Assume a vaiety of roles within a group to collect and organize data, such as recording observations, locating species in field guides, or using binoculars to identify wildlife. Assume roles within a group to perform NatureMapping tasks, such as recording observations, using binoculars, and locating and identifying species. Participate in a group to work toward consensus in site selection, mapping polygons, or predicting field results.
3.3 Seek agreement and solutions through discussion. Identify and share ideas and points of view. Choose a position and develop a plan of action for completion of NatureMapping tasks. Advocate, implement, and evaluate a strategy for completion of NatureMapping tasks.
Accept responsibility for personal actions and assigned tasks within a group. Check for understanding in group interactions, reach consensus on species identification. Analyze group interaction to anticipate consequences.
Suggest solutions and initiate action in the data collection and recording process. Contribute responsibly in group efforts to collect and organize data. Accept accountability for group generated data-NatureMapping is a team effort.
Influence by encouraging and supporting others to act independently.
4.1 Seek and offer feedback. Offer feedback on others' wildlife presentations. With guidance, offer feedback on others' wildlife presentations with regard to content and organization. Independently offer specific feedback on others' presentations with regard to content, design, and work choice.


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