OREOs



//ONLINE RELEVANT ENGAGING OWNERSHIP by STUDENTS Inspired by [|Jen Wagner] //

Our Really Exciting Online Projects!

Before you create an online project, however, you will want to ask a number of questions:
 * **What is the timeframe of the project?** Will you be able to fit the project into the timeframe posted?
 * **What materials will I need to buy, find, or acquire for the project?** Most projects try to keep cost to a minimum. You will find that some can become quite costly, however.
 * **How do I post data?** Are you expected to send in your results by mail or e-mail? Do you need to post to a chat room, message board, or blog? Do you have access to the tools you need to do that?
 * **What does the teacher expect from students?** Do you need to clarify __digital citizen responsibilities__? Is there anything you might need to post, submit on line, or mail in?
 * **Will my principal understand my involvement in an online project?** Double check to see if your school allows you to join in.
 * **Can the project merge easily into my school and state standards?** Most projects now post state standards, but if this one doesn't, you might want to check to see how you can easily adapt the project to your standards.
 * **How does the project end?** . The good projects post final results . Also, check to see how often the project will be updated. The more your students come back for updates, the more involved and enthused they will be.