Next Generation Student Projects

   Illinois State Library
   Anne Craig, Director
   300 S. 2nd Street
   Springfield, IL 62701-1796
   Phone: 217-782-2994 or
   Fax: 217-785-4326
   Jesse White, Secretary of
   State and State Librarian

Projects Completed by Next Generation Students

Next Generation students work with miscellaneous software packages and computer peripherals to complete projects designed to give the students direct experience with the latest technology. Here are some sample projects finished by students with the guidance of their mentors.

Students counted the numbers of different M&M candy colors found in each packet and then entered the numeric data into an Excel spreadsheet. They then converted these numbers into different types of charts and graphs. Students had a great time completing this project and were able to "eat the data" afterward!

PowerPoint Presentations

This Next Generation student is showing off her PowerPoint presentation to Jesse White, Secretary of State & State Librarian.
Digital Photography

Map Maker Toolkit
Students love using digital cameras to capture their creativity. Students take many imaginative pictures and then edit, email, or print them.

A student is showing Jesse White, Secretary of State and State Librarian a map he created using the Mapmaker's Toolkit software. This software allows students to customize and publish maps from anywhere in the world to create a unique and informational product.