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   Students will use mathematical analysis, scientific inquiry, and engineering design, as appropriate, to pose questions, seek answers, and develop solutions. Students will access, generate, process, and transfer information using appropriate technologies. Students will understand and apply scientific concepts, principles, and theories pertaining to the physical setting and living environment and recognize the historical development of ideas in science. Students will apply technological knowledge and skills to design, construct, use, and evaluate products and systems to satisfy human and environmental needs. Students will understand the relationships and common themes that connect mathematics, science, and technology and apply the themes to these and other areas of learning. Students will apply the knowledge and thinking skills of mathematics, science, and technology to address real-life problems and make informed decisions Learning Standards of New York State. (2009). In Curriculum, Instruction and Instructional Technology. Retrieved from http://www.emsc.nysed.gov/ciai/standards.html Students demonstrate creative thinking, construct knowledge, and develop innovative products and processes using technology. Students apply digital tools to gather, evaluate, and use information. Students use critical thinking skills to plan and conduct research, manage projects, solve problems, and make informed decisions using appropriate digital tools and resources. Students demonstrate a sound understanding of technology concepts, systems, and operations.  NETS for Students. (2007). International Society for Technology in Education. Retrieved from http://www.iste.org/Content/NavigationMenu/NETS/ForStudents/2007Standards/NETS_for_Students_2007.htm  ||   ||  ||   ||   
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Ann Marie Paraszczuk 10/23/09 **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">EDU 7666 **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"> Learner Activities **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">1. ****<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"> Learner Activity **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: normal; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">The online activity I chose to do is on a website titled //DNA interactive//, which was developed by the Dolan DNA Learning Center at the Cold Spring Harbor Laboratories. The activities pertain to the subject of biology, specifically the Human Genome project. They are divided into several categories; I selected the //Applications// category. The tasks engage the learner to explore the history and process of genetic profiling, examine how this has led to improvements in targeted drug therapy and the potential for gene modification to treat certain conditions. The learner is then challenged to envision the possibilities of further applying DNA science in health maintenance and promotion.. **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">2a. Learning Standards of New York State **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Mathematics, Science, and Technology Education **<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Standard 1 **: Analysis, Inquiry, and Design
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Standard 2 **: Information Systems
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Standard 4 **: Science
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Standard 5 **: Technology
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Standard 6 **: Interconnectedness: Common Themes
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Standard 7 **: Interdisciplinary Problem Solving
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">2b. The ISTE National Educational Technology Standards (NETS•S) **
 * <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">1. Creativity and Innovation **
 * <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">3. Research and Information Fluency **
 * <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">4. Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision Making **
 * <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">6. Technology Operations and Concepts **