4th Grade Best Practices, Science; The Flashlight Movie

A culminating electrical unit activity for 4th grade students at MaST Community Charter School in Philadelphia was that they were to design and build a working flashlight.  The unit was part of their science curriculum.  A group of students thought so much of the Project they asked if they could make a video of the finished products and conduct interviews.  This film was shot entirely by students and they directed the editing of the raw footage, as well.  It demonstrates how educators can use available technology to make the most of student interests.  It also shows the use of technology applications as a tool to support effective best practices.  Take a look...

Here is another compelling video from MaST Charter School about their newly created Peace Garden.