Summary of k12online presentation

1. Google SketchUp Unleashed Presented by Joseph J. Bires at http:www.k12onlineconference.org Summary by Cindy Free

2. Presentation Summary Google SketchUp: Create 3-D models for free Authentic learning; solve real world problems Empowering to students

3. Presentation Summary Teach in small pieces Orbit tool Rectangle/circle tool Push/pull tool Allow students to “play” Can be overwhelming; allow students to be successful

4. Classroom Implementation Geometry Science Construction Architecture

5. Personal Professional Development Appropriate for me to have knowledge of any software application

6. Ideas for Further Exploration How can projects be presented? Saved? File type? Exported? Web-based? Could this be incorporated into an e-portfolio?

7. Ideas for Future Implementation Math is a current district-wide focus for us. With that in mind, SketchUp could be used to teach Tessellations Ratio/proportion: Students design any number of things Measurement (perimeter, area, etc.) I plan to explore further and do a math workshop with our district Math Coach. Potential class for math teachers next year?