1. IMPACT SAMR Cover Sheet
Teacher’s Name: Griffiths
GLEs and Standards Covered (Include Descriptions):Examine and discuss the major stages of succession, describing the generalized sequential order of the types of plant species (SE-H-A4)
Task Overview
Learning Objective(s)
Suggested Technology
Publish scientific research to Blackboard for peer review
Examine and discuss the major stages of succession, describing the generalized sequential order of the types of plant species (SE-H-A4)
Blackboard
Create an iMovie using pictures of ecological succession
iMovie
Analyze scientific data using Poll Everywhere
Poll Everywhere
Analyze Ecological Succession using the Digital Textbook
Digital Textbook
REDEFINITION
Technology allows for the creation of new tasks that were previously not conceivable.
transformation
MODIFICATION
Technology allows for significant task redesign..
AUGMENTATION
Technology acts as a direct tool for substitution with some functional improvement.
enhancement
SUBSTITUTION
Technology acts as a direct tool for substitution with no real change.

2. Characteristics of Succession
Today you will analyzing the stages of succession using the Digital textbook
SUBSTITUTION
Technology acts a direct substitute,
with no functional improvement
Log in to Blackboard and go to Ms. Griffiths Blackboard site.
2. Select the Environmental Science tab.
3. On the left side menu click Unit 2.
3. Click on the online textbook.
This task uses:
Environment Science
Digital Textbook
Learning Objective(s):
Examine and discuss the major stages of succession, describing the generalized sequential order of the types of plant species (SE-H-A4)
TEACHER NOTES:
Teacher’s name/ Cathy Griffiths/
School: LaGrange High School
Louisiana State Standard: Examine and discuss the major stages of succession, describing the generalized sequential order of the types of plant species (SE-H-A4)
Grade Level/Subject: Environmental Science 9-12
Special Directions/Considerations:
Activity Evaluation:
Prerequisites for students: Students should have basic knowledge of photosynthesis and nutrient cycles. They should understand how animals facilitate plant growth in an ecosystem through pollination, seed carriers and fertilization.

3. Characteristics of Succession
Today you will analyze the data results of a scientific investigation using a web based technology tool called POLL EVERYWHERE
AUGMENTATION
Technology acts as a direct tool
for substitution with some
functional improvement.
Study the multiple choice question on the screen and choose an answer for the multiple choice question.
2. Observe the poll results on the screen with your group.
3. Take 5 minutes to discuss with your group when Primary Succession occurs.
4. As a team decide on 5 instances when primary succession would occur.
5. Then wait for your turn to present to the class either as a group or nominate a spokesperson to represent your group.
This task uses:
POLL EVERYWHERE
Learning Objective(s):
Examine and discuss the major stages of succession, describing the generalized sequential order of the types of plant species (SE-H-A4)
TEACHER NOTES:
Teacher’s name/ Cathy Griffiths/
School: LaGrange High School
Louisiana State Standard: Examine and discuss the major stages of succession, describing the generalized sequential order of the types of plant species (SE-H-A4)
Grade Level/Subject: Environmental Science 9-12
Special Directions/Considerations:
Activity Evaluation:
Prerequisites for students: Students should have basic knowledge of photosynthesis and nutrient cycles. They should understand how animals facilitate plant growth in an ecosystem through pollination, seed carriers and fertilization.

4. Ecological Succession using iMovie
Today you will be explaining Ecological Succession using the Web based technology iMovie.
MODIFICATION
Technology allows for
significant task redesign.
Each group will research the Principles of Ecological Succession by taking pictures of examples of succession that they see outside.
Once the research is completed and pictures are taken, you will add the facts and the source of the fact to an iMovie presentation.
This task uses:
iMovie
Learning Objective(s):
Examine and discuss the major stages of succession, describing the generalized sequential order of the types of plant species (SE-H-A4) 6
TEACHER NOTES:
Teacher’s name/ Cathy Griffiths
School: LaGrange High School
Louisiana State Standard: Examine and discuss the major stages of succession, describing the generalized sequential order of the types of plant species (SE-H-A4) 6
Grade Level/Subject: Environmental Science 9-12
Special Directions/Considerations:
Activity Evaluation:
Prerequisites for students: Students should have basic knowledge of photosynthesis and nutrient cycles. They should understand how animals facilitate plant growth in an ecosystem through pollination, seed carriers and fertilization.

5. Ecological Succession using Blackboard
Today we will publishing our scientific data to the student community for peer review using a web based technology called Blackboard Site.
REDEFINITION
Technology allows for the
creation of new tasks that were
previously not conceivable.
Go to the Ecological Succession Discussion Board on Blackboard and upload your movie.
Once the iMovie link is open, review other research presented by classmates.
In the Discussion, reply with at least 4 statements. Statements should be full statements designed to either support, revise or reject any scientific information with a reasonable explanation.
This task uses:
Blackboard Discussion Board
Learning Objective(s):
Examine and discuss the major stages of succession, describing the generalized sequential order of the types of plant species (SE-H-A4)
TEACHER NOTES:
Teacher’s name/ Cathy Griffiths/
School: LaGrange High School
Louisiana State Standard: Examine and discuss the major stages of succession, describing the generalized sequential order of the types of plant species (SE-H-A4)
Grade Level/Subject: Environmental Science 9-12
Special Directions/Considerations:
Activity Evaluation:
Prerequisites for students: Students should have basic knowledge of photosynthesis and nutrient cycles. They should understand how animals facilitate plant growth in an ecosystem through pollination, seed carriers and fertilization.