Designed a flipped unit plan for fictional 5th grade social studies classroom on the Great Depression, New Deal, and America's Involvement in WWII
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- Useful online resources for these social studies topics!
This technology integration plan outlines how students will learn about the American Revolution through role playing, group work, hands-on activities, and technology. Students will research a person of their choice who influenced the Revolution, develop interview questions, and become experts on that person. They will then complete a webquest where they travel back in time to develop reasons for peace and write a persuasive letter to the British. The teacher will facilitate and provide modeling, while students work collaboratively in groups. Student learning and integration strategies will be evaluated through rubrics, self-evaluations, and daily reflective journals.
This document summarizes a presentation about using Twitter in the Chinese classroom. It discusses how Kingswood Oxford School conducted a Chinese Twitter project, defines social media and why Twitter is suitable. It explains how technology can help teachers meet goals by making learning participatory, authentic, immediate and engaging. It provides precautions for using technology and recommends a three step process for teachers: conduct a needs analysis, find trustworthy content, and develop comfort with the platform. The document emphasizes that technology is just a tool and content and teaching methods are most important.
Lesson Plan on the Impact of Settlement on the Native AmericansElisabeth Miller
This lesson plan outlines a student teaching lesson on the last Native American wars of western expansion. The lesson aims to help students understand the challenges Native Americans faced as the West developed, specifically the violence with the U.S. military. Key objectives are for students to identify how lives changed with the Transcontinental Railroad and to examine events through the perspectives of Native Americans and the military. The plan includes a Prezi presentation, video, timeline, and worksheet for a "RAFT" activity where students write from the perspective of a participant in an event. Formative and summative assessments are discussed along with accommodations and reflections.
This lesson plan teaches students about yellow journalism and its role in causing the Spanish-American War. Students will analyze different media examples using a graphic organizer to identify the audience, message, and biases. They will then create a Glog demonstrating their understanding of yellow journalism. The goal is for students to think critically about the media they consume and understand how messages can be manipulated.
This document discusses 10 key questions regarding effective world language programs. It addresses why languages are important in today's globalized world, which languages students should learn, and the essential elements of second language acquisition. It also covers national language standards, curriculum alignment, measuring student outcomes, flexibility in language offerings, finding qualified teachers, and available resources. The overall message is that students need global competence through language learning to prepare for an interconnected world.
The document provides information about an education program called Choices that aims to empower students to thoughtfully address global issues. It offers curriculum units on topics like the environment, human rights, and foreign policy. Students learn through role-playing simulations where they take on perspectives of different countries and stakeholders. The program provides teaching resources like lesson plans, videos, and professional development for teachers. It seeks to develop students' analytical skills and familiarize them with important terms and concepts through engaging activities centered around simulations and role-plays.
Information Fluency and Inquiry: Cold War Mini-Lessonpliner36
This document provides an overview for a multi-lesson unit on the Cold War for high school students. Lesson 1 focuses on the Truman Doctrine and has students research and present on its impact. Lesson 2 examines new communist regimes in Asia and has students write persuasive letters. Lesson 3 analyzes the role of geography in US containment policy and has students identify countries at risk of communist influence. Students use online resources and tools like Google Slides, Hangouts, and interactive maps for research, collaboration, and presenting their work.
The class will learn about the American Civil War through a lecture presented using a PowerPoint presentation, videos from YouTube, and a Zunal webquest about the Confederate States of America. Students will take notes during the lecture, ask questions, and complete the webquest by searching for information and writing a spy report. They will then post a paragraph to the class wiki with their observations about similarities and differences between the Union and Confederate sides. Students will be evaluated based on their completed webquest, participation during the lecture, and the content of their wiki post.
This technology integration plan outlines how students will learn about the American Revolution through role playing, group work, hands-on activities, and technology. Students will research a person of their choice who influenced the Revolution, develop interview questions, and become experts on that person. They will then complete a webquest where they travel back in time to develop reasons for peace and write a persuasive letter to the British. The teacher will facilitate and provide modeling, while students work collaboratively in groups. Student learning and integration strategies will be evaluated through rubrics, self-evaluations, and daily reflective journals.
This document summarizes a presentation about using Twitter in the Chinese classroom. It discusses how Kingswood Oxford School conducted a Chinese Twitter project, defines social media and why Twitter is suitable. It explains how technology can help teachers meet goals by making learning participatory, authentic, immediate and engaging. It provides precautions for using technology and recommends a three step process for teachers: conduct a needs analysis, find trustworthy content, and develop comfort with the platform. The document emphasizes that technology is just a tool and content and teaching methods are most important.
Lesson Plan on the Impact of Settlement on the Native AmericansElisabeth Miller
This lesson plan outlines a student teaching lesson on the last Native American wars of western expansion. The lesson aims to help students understand the challenges Native Americans faced as the West developed, specifically the violence with the U.S. military. Key objectives are for students to identify how lives changed with the Transcontinental Railroad and to examine events through the perspectives of Native Americans and the military. The plan includes a Prezi presentation, video, timeline, and worksheet for a "RAFT" activity where students write from the perspective of a participant in an event. Formative and summative assessments are discussed along with accommodations and reflections.
This lesson plan teaches students about yellow journalism and its role in causing the Spanish-American War. Students will analyze different media examples using a graphic organizer to identify the audience, message, and biases. They will then create a Glog demonstrating their understanding of yellow journalism. The goal is for students to think critically about the media they consume and understand how messages can be manipulated.
This document discusses 10 key questions regarding effective world language programs. It addresses why languages are important in today's globalized world, which languages students should learn, and the essential elements of second language acquisition. It also covers national language standards, curriculum alignment, measuring student outcomes, flexibility in language offerings, finding qualified teachers, and available resources. The overall message is that students need global competence through language learning to prepare for an interconnected world.
The document provides information about an education program called Choices that aims to empower students to thoughtfully address global issues. It offers curriculum units on topics like the environment, human rights, and foreign policy. Students learn through role-playing simulations where they take on perspectives of different countries and stakeholders. The program provides teaching resources like lesson plans, videos, and professional development for teachers. It seeks to develop students' analytical skills and familiarize them with important terms and concepts through engaging activities centered around simulations and role-plays.
Information Fluency and Inquiry: Cold War Mini-Lessonpliner36
This document provides an overview for a multi-lesson unit on the Cold War for high school students. Lesson 1 focuses on the Truman Doctrine and has students research and present on its impact. Lesson 2 examines new communist regimes in Asia and has students write persuasive letters. Lesson 3 analyzes the role of geography in US containment policy and has students identify countries at risk of communist influence. Students use online resources and tools like Google Slides, Hangouts, and interactive maps for research, collaboration, and presenting their work.
The class will learn about the American Civil War through a lecture presented using a PowerPoint presentation, videos from YouTube, and a Zunal webquest about the Confederate States of America. Students will take notes during the lecture, ask questions, and complete the webquest by searching for information and writing a spy report. They will then post a paragraph to the class wiki with their observations about similarities and differences between the Union and Confederate sides. Students will be evaluated based on their completed webquest, participation during the lecture, and the content of their wiki post.
1) The document discusses the importance of elementary school students learning a second language and different program models for foreign language instruction in elementary schools.
2) Data from a national survey found that the number of elementary schools offering foreign language instruction has not increased in the last decade and that many schools feel standards have had a negative effect on language programs.
3) The document recommends starting language instruction early and providing immersion experiences to help students reach high proficiency levels in a foreign language.
Intersections of Literacy: How and Why Some High School English Teachers use ...Kathy Garland
This presentation is for the 2015 National Association of Media Literacy Education Conference. Here, I describe a small qualitative study of 28 high school English teachers of predominantly African American students. I provide these teachers' rationale for using popular culture with their students. Two examples are given, as well as next steps for professional development for teachers who seek 21st century literacy and media literacy education methods.
This document discusses standards-based world language instruction and the ongoing relevance of standards after more than 15 years. It provides an overview of a workshop that aims to reaffirm the value of standards-based instruction, help teachers plan standards-aligned lessons, and prepare for 21st century challenges. The document reviews the five goal areas of the national standards, known as the 5Cs, and how standards have helped unite the language teaching profession and shift the focus to what students can do with the language. It also discusses both the successes some districts have seen in implementing standards and the challenges that remain for full adoption.
Students must prepare for a debate representing different countries. They should identify each country's principal problem, which population is most affected, and what other countries could have similar issues. Students should consult multiple sources to thoroughly answer the questions and prepare printed speeches. The debate will discuss problems in 25 different countries in North, Central, and South America.
Students will prepare for a debate in groups of three where they will represent different indigenous communities in Colombia. Each group must outline the profile of their community, discuss the main issues it faces, and identify other communities that have similar problems. They should also consider the problems presented by other communities and come prepared to discuss their perspectives. The students will draw from provided sources in their preparation to represent the assigned communities of Afro-Colombians, Arhuaco, Embera, Kankuamo, Nukak, Tukano, Paez (Nasa), Guambiano, or U'wa.
Georgia Smyrniou's curriculum vita provides information about her education and employment history. She received a Ph.D in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, an MA in Linguistics from the University of Reading, and a BA in Archaeology with a minor in Historical Linguistics from the University of Athens. Her employment includes teaching positions at various universities and research focused on teaching methodology and foreign language acquisition.
This lesson plan outlines a multi-day activity for 7th grade students to learn about and debate the issue of illegal immigration to the United States. Students will conduct research into the perspectives of different groups (illegal immigrants, US citizens against immigration, employers hiring immigrants), role play these viewpoints, and write a letter arguing their own position on potential policy solutions. The lesson aims to help students understand varying viewpoints, support opinions with evidence, and address the issue from multiple perspectives.
This lesson focuses on comparing the Great Depression and the current economic crisis through primary sources. Students will analyze photos, poems, songs and news articles from both time periods to understand how government, business and consumers are interdependent, and how unemployment impacts people's daily lives. By journaling about the hardships faced during each economic downturn, students will recognize the importance of a stable economy. This lesson builds upon prior lessons introducing the causes of the Depression and recession. Students will work in groups to research answers to a central question about economic weaknesses using provided materials and present their findings.
This document summarizes a study that investigated the willingness of male and female students in Pakistan to communicate in English, their second language, rather than their native language. The study collected questionnaire data from 353 final year undergraduate students at a public university in Pakistan. The results showed there were no major differences between male and female students in their willingness to communicate in English inside versus outside the classroom. However, in some situations, boys and girls displayed differences, suggesting language teaching should account for individual variables like gender. The document provides context on English use in Pakistan and reviews literature on the concept of willingness to communicate in a second language.
Rid2013 interpreting outside the box 3 hour workshop compressedTerpism
This PowerPoint is for the workshop: Interpreting Outside the Box: Innovative Strategies In Higher Education. Slideshow has detailed notes (open and view the notes). We will also provide web interface with this information in the future. If you attended the 2013 RID Conference Presentation, this is the PowerPoint you are looking for.
The document outlines a unit plan for teaching African American narratives to a culturally diverse high school class. It includes rationales for various teaching methods and activities, such as using KWL charts, timelines, word walls, blogs and reciprocal teaching to engage students. It lists readings including works by Equiano, Jacobs, Malcolm X and Douglass. It provides a detailed lesson plan for two weeks, including introducing topics, group work, class discussions and a final panel project where students research and debate questions about Malcolm X.
This document appears to be a bibliography or reference list containing 49 sources related to the topic of second language acquisition. The references are listed alphabetically by author and include information such as the author, title, year of publication, and publisher for each source. The sources cover a wide range of subtopics within second language acquisition research including data analysis, vocabulary acquisition, task performance, testing speaking abilities, and more.
This document outlines the syllabus for a university course on immigration and the inner city. The course will examine the relationships between immigration, citizenship, and society. Topics will include the impact of immigration on inner cities, globalization, and conflicts that cause population displacement. Students will develop their writing, discussion, and critical thinking skills through assignments, tests, and class participation. The course format involves lectures, discussions, and group projects supplemented with audio/visual materials. Students will be evaluated based on participation, two written assignments, a midterm test, and a take-home final test.
Roosevelt's New Deal aimed to fix the Great Depression through Keynesian economics by spending to boost the economy. His plan had three major goals: relief for the unemployed, economic recovery, and reforms to prevent future depressions. Roosevelt exacerbated the banking crisis first by closing all banks for four days. The New Deal created major programs like the CCC, TVA, and FDIC to provide jobs, infrastructure, and bank insurance. However, the Supreme Court ruled parts of the early New Deal unconstitutional, so Roosevelt unsuccessfully attempted to "pack" the Court with more favorable judges. While the New Deal provided jobs and projects, it was criticized for prolonging the Depression and increasing government involvement in the economy.
The lesson plan is for a Year 9 class on Tuesday 7th October. The objective is for students to understand and use the preterite tense. Students will watch a video, copy grammar rules, and complete dominoes and practice questions to reinforce the tense. They will then write sample sentences using the preterite tense and vocabulary from a holiday. For homework, students are assigned a formative task to be completed for the following week.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise boosts blood flow, releases endorphins, and promotes changes in the brain which help enhance one's emotional well-being and mental clarity.
This document discusses flipped learning CPD and provides information about flipping the classroom. It defines flipped learning as preparing content for students to engage with outside of class time. This frees up class time for more personalized learning activities and interactions between students and teachers. The document outlines barriers to flipped learning like ensuring students engage with pre-class material and assessing their out-of-class work. It then provides guidance on how to structure flipped lessons, create video content, and where to share materials like online platforms and blogs. Assessment strategies and additional resources for learning more about the flipped classroom approach are also presented.
This unit plan outlines a three-lesson plan on economic activity for third year ESO students with an A2 English level. Lesson one introduces economic systems and agents. Students will learn about factors of production, market economies, and different economic systems. Lesson two focuses on the labor market and how it has changed with increased technology usage. Students will learn about unemployment, qualified workers, and working conditions. Lesson three examines the process of economic globalization. Students will identify features of multinational companies and distinguish between free trade zones and common market zones. A variety of activities are included to develop students' linguistic, digital, learning, and personal competencies around these economic concepts.
This lesson plan introduces rational numbers. It defines integers as counting numbers, their negatives, and zero. Rational numbers are defined as integers and fractions, both positive and negative. Students are asked to prove that the sum, difference, product, and division of rational numbers results in another rational number.
This unit plan teaches students how to calculate the perimeters and areas of basic geometric shapes like triangles, squares, rectangles, and circles. It contains 15 student learning objectives focused on perimeter, area, and surface area calculations. The unit is taught over multiple lessons using examples and formulas to show students how to determine missing values when given other measurements of the shapes. The first day focuses specifically on teaching students the formulas and processes for calculating the perimeters of triangles, squares, and rectangles.
1) The document discusses the importance of elementary school students learning a second language and different program models for foreign language instruction in elementary schools.
2) Data from a national survey found that the number of elementary schools offering foreign language instruction has not increased in the last decade and that many schools feel standards have had a negative effect on language programs.
3) The document recommends starting language instruction early and providing immersion experiences to help students reach high proficiency levels in a foreign language.
Intersections of Literacy: How and Why Some High School English Teachers use ...Kathy Garland
This presentation is for the 2015 National Association of Media Literacy Education Conference. Here, I describe a small qualitative study of 28 high school English teachers of predominantly African American students. I provide these teachers' rationale for using popular culture with their students. Two examples are given, as well as next steps for professional development for teachers who seek 21st century literacy and media literacy education methods.
This document discusses standards-based world language instruction and the ongoing relevance of standards after more than 15 years. It provides an overview of a workshop that aims to reaffirm the value of standards-based instruction, help teachers plan standards-aligned lessons, and prepare for 21st century challenges. The document reviews the five goal areas of the national standards, known as the 5Cs, and how standards have helped unite the language teaching profession and shift the focus to what students can do with the language. It also discusses both the successes some districts have seen in implementing standards and the challenges that remain for full adoption.
Students must prepare for a debate representing different countries. They should identify each country's principal problem, which population is most affected, and what other countries could have similar issues. Students should consult multiple sources to thoroughly answer the questions and prepare printed speeches. The debate will discuss problems in 25 different countries in North, Central, and South America.
Students will prepare for a debate in groups of three where they will represent different indigenous communities in Colombia. Each group must outline the profile of their community, discuss the main issues it faces, and identify other communities that have similar problems. They should also consider the problems presented by other communities and come prepared to discuss their perspectives. The students will draw from provided sources in their preparation to represent the assigned communities of Afro-Colombians, Arhuaco, Embera, Kankuamo, Nukak, Tukano, Paez (Nasa), Guambiano, or U'wa.
Georgia Smyrniou's curriculum vita provides information about her education and employment history. She received a Ph.D in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, an MA in Linguistics from the University of Reading, and a BA in Archaeology with a minor in Historical Linguistics from the University of Athens. Her employment includes teaching positions at various universities and research focused on teaching methodology and foreign language acquisition.
This lesson plan outlines a multi-day activity for 7th grade students to learn about and debate the issue of illegal immigration to the United States. Students will conduct research into the perspectives of different groups (illegal immigrants, US citizens against immigration, employers hiring immigrants), role play these viewpoints, and write a letter arguing their own position on potential policy solutions. The lesson aims to help students understand varying viewpoints, support opinions with evidence, and address the issue from multiple perspectives.
This lesson focuses on comparing the Great Depression and the current economic crisis through primary sources. Students will analyze photos, poems, songs and news articles from both time periods to understand how government, business and consumers are interdependent, and how unemployment impacts people's daily lives. By journaling about the hardships faced during each economic downturn, students will recognize the importance of a stable economy. This lesson builds upon prior lessons introducing the causes of the Depression and recession. Students will work in groups to research answers to a central question about economic weaknesses using provided materials and present their findings.
This document summarizes a study that investigated the willingness of male and female students in Pakistan to communicate in English, their second language, rather than their native language. The study collected questionnaire data from 353 final year undergraduate students at a public university in Pakistan. The results showed there were no major differences between male and female students in their willingness to communicate in English inside versus outside the classroom. However, in some situations, boys and girls displayed differences, suggesting language teaching should account for individual variables like gender. The document provides context on English use in Pakistan and reviews literature on the concept of willingness to communicate in a second language.
Rid2013 interpreting outside the box 3 hour workshop compressedTerpism
This PowerPoint is for the workshop: Interpreting Outside the Box: Innovative Strategies In Higher Education. Slideshow has detailed notes (open and view the notes). We will also provide web interface with this information in the future. If you attended the 2013 RID Conference Presentation, this is the PowerPoint you are looking for.
The document outlines a unit plan for teaching African American narratives to a culturally diverse high school class. It includes rationales for various teaching methods and activities, such as using KWL charts, timelines, word walls, blogs and reciprocal teaching to engage students. It lists readings including works by Equiano, Jacobs, Malcolm X and Douglass. It provides a detailed lesson plan for two weeks, including introducing topics, group work, class discussions and a final panel project where students research and debate questions about Malcolm X.
This document appears to be a bibliography or reference list containing 49 sources related to the topic of second language acquisition. The references are listed alphabetically by author and include information such as the author, title, year of publication, and publisher for each source. The sources cover a wide range of subtopics within second language acquisition research including data analysis, vocabulary acquisition, task performance, testing speaking abilities, and more.
This document outlines the syllabus for a university course on immigration and the inner city. The course will examine the relationships between immigration, citizenship, and society. Topics will include the impact of immigration on inner cities, globalization, and conflicts that cause population displacement. Students will develop their writing, discussion, and critical thinking skills through assignments, tests, and class participation. The course format involves lectures, discussions, and group projects supplemented with audio/visual materials. Students will be evaluated based on participation, two written assignments, a midterm test, and a take-home final test.
Roosevelt's New Deal aimed to fix the Great Depression through Keynesian economics by spending to boost the economy. His plan had three major goals: relief for the unemployed, economic recovery, and reforms to prevent future depressions. Roosevelt exacerbated the banking crisis first by closing all banks for four days. The New Deal created major programs like the CCC, TVA, and FDIC to provide jobs, infrastructure, and bank insurance. However, the Supreme Court ruled parts of the early New Deal unconstitutional, so Roosevelt unsuccessfully attempted to "pack" the Court with more favorable judges. While the New Deal provided jobs and projects, it was criticized for prolonging the Depression and increasing government involvement in the economy.
The lesson plan is for a Year 9 class on Tuesday 7th October. The objective is for students to understand and use the preterite tense. Students will watch a video, copy grammar rules, and complete dominoes and practice questions to reinforce the tense. They will then write sample sentences using the preterite tense and vocabulary from a holiday. For homework, students are assigned a formative task to be completed for the following week.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise boosts blood flow, releases endorphins, and promotes changes in the brain which help enhance one's emotional well-being and mental clarity.
This document discusses flipped learning CPD and provides information about flipping the classroom. It defines flipped learning as preparing content for students to engage with outside of class time. This frees up class time for more personalized learning activities and interactions between students and teachers. The document outlines barriers to flipped learning like ensuring students engage with pre-class material and assessing their out-of-class work. It then provides guidance on how to structure flipped lessons, create video content, and where to share materials like online platforms and blogs. Assessment strategies and additional resources for learning more about the flipped classroom approach are also presented.
This unit plan outlines a three-lesson plan on economic activity for third year ESO students with an A2 English level. Lesson one introduces economic systems and agents. Students will learn about factors of production, market economies, and different economic systems. Lesson two focuses on the labor market and how it has changed with increased technology usage. Students will learn about unemployment, qualified workers, and working conditions. Lesson three examines the process of economic globalization. Students will identify features of multinational companies and distinguish between free trade zones and common market zones. A variety of activities are included to develop students' linguistic, digital, learning, and personal competencies around these economic concepts.
This lesson plan introduces rational numbers. It defines integers as counting numbers, their negatives, and zero. Rational numbers are defined as integers and fractions, both positive and negative. Students are asked to prove that the sum, difference, product, and division of rational numbers results in another rational number.
This unit plan teaches students how to calculate the perimeters and areas of basic geometric shapes like triangles, squares, rectangles, and circles. It contains 15 student learning objectives focused on perimeter, area, and surface area calculations. The unit is taught over multiple lessons using examples and formulas to show students how to determine missing values when given other measurements of the shapes. The first day focuses specifically on teaching students the formulas and processes for calculating the perimeters of triangles, squares, and rectangles.
This unit plan is for a high school integrated science class. The unit will focus on how pollution affects human and other living things. Over the course of a week, students will learn about pollution and its effects through activities like games, oral recitations, projects, and a chapter test. The unit aims to help students understand how human actions can impact the environment and ecological balance. Accommodations will be made for different learners, and resources will include textbooks, websites, field trips, and seminars.
This unit plan focuses on teaching students about the skin, which is the largest organ of the body. The unit will examine the three layers of skin and their purposes in protecting the body, regulating temperature and aiding in digestion and sensory processes. It will also cover common skin diseases and disorders. The unit is targeted at grades 6-8 and will take approximately 4 weeks. Students will learn vocabulary, compare skin layers, illustrate hair components, apply knowledge of nails, analyze glands, synthesize diagnoses of skin diseases, and debate teen tanning policies. Lessons will use microscopes, textbooks, slides and internet resources. The unit aims to help students define key terms, compare skin structures, apply and analyze concepts, and evaluate skin
This geography unit plan involves students researching and presenting on United States geography in groups. Over six days, students will: 1) research their assigned region in groups, 2) research an individual state, and 3) create a PowerPoint presentation combining their findings. The goal is to teach students about US geography and develop their research, presentation, and technology skills. Students will be assessed based on their individual and group work.
Analyzing world war_i_propaganda_posters-1Jason Hoover
The document analyzes WWI propaganda posters from various countries including the US, UK, France and Germany. It discusses the common objectives of wartime propaganda such as recruiting soldiers, financing the war effort, eliminating dissent, and conserving resources. The document also examines the common tools used in propaganda posters like demonization, emotional appeals, patriotic appeals, and evocative visual symbols. Students analyze sample posters to identify the country of origin, objective, and propaganda tools used in each.
This portfolio was prepared by a 4th year student for their cooperating teacher and dean as part of a field study. It contains 5 episodes documenting the student's observations and reflections about different aspects of teaching. Episode 1 focuses on the teacher as a person through interviews and analysis of teachers' values and philosophies. Episode 2 examines the teacher in the classroom through observations and classroom management. Episode 3 looks at the teacher's role in the community. Episode 4 considers what makes a global teacher through a matrix of teacher responses. Episode 5 reflects on the teacher as a professional. The portfolio provides insights for future teachers and shares teaching innovations and strategies.
This document discusses strategies for incorporating student-owned mobile devices into classroom lessons to meet curriculum standards. It provides examples of how different subject areas in middle school could utilize BYOD to enhance learning. Specific lessons are outlined that engage students in research, collaboration, multimedia projects and interactive activities using apps, blogs, wikis and other tools. The goal is to design rigorous and relevant lessons that develop 21st century skills by taking advantage of the technology students have access to through their own devices.
MYP Unit Plan Yr 8-Changing societies explorationaissaigon
This unit plan summarizes an 8-week unit on changing societies for an 8th grade Humanities class. The unit focuses on how exploration impacted indigenous societies in Australia and North America. Students will examine changes triggered by exploration and compare indigenous cultures before and after contact. The key assessment asks students to write a script for a play demonstrating changes from exploration and explain the intended impact on the audience. Learning activities include research, documentaries, timelines and maps to develop understanding of indigenous cultures and changes over time. Reflection on the unit noted some students struggled with comparing two cultures simultaneously and it may have been better to focus on one at a time.
Students may use electronic devices such as cell phones, smartphones, and mp3 players at school for educational purposes with teacher approval. Teachers are encouraged to incorporate these devices into lesson design and classroom activities. Some examples provided include using Google Docs for collaborative writing, recording songs to demonstrate learning, taking photos of assignments to share via email or blogs, and using polling apps for student feedback. By engaging students with the devices they use regularly, teachers can increase student buy-in, hands-on learning, and opportunities for communication, collaboration, and creativity.
This document is a daily lesson log for a Grade 12 Media and Information Literacy class. Over four days, the lesson objectives progress from identifying traditional and new media to defining information literacy. On the first day, learners are expected to identify and discuss the characteristics of traditional and new media. The second day focuses on technological and cultural determinism and searching theories of information and media. The third day covers normative press theories and evaluating media in the Philippines. Finally, the fourth day defines information literacy and its components. Learning resources include textbooks, presentations, and online videos. Assessment includes activities analyzing cartoons, media types, and information literacy. The teacher reflects on teaching strategies, difficulties, and innovations.
1 Spring 2022 HISTORY 111 – WORLD HISTORY SINCE 1500 VannaJoy20
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Spring 2022
HISTORY 111 – WORLD HISTORY SINCE 1500 (Gen. Ed., HS, DG)
University of Massachusetts Amherst
College of Humanity and Fine Arts, Department of History
University Without Walls
Instructor: Jorge Minella
[email protected]
COURSE DESCRIPTION
In this course, students are invited to explore the continuities, connections, trends, and
ruptures in world history from the late fifteenth century to the present. Throughout the
semester, we will investigate the historical processes that formed the modern world,
including cross-cultural interactions, capitalism, global migration, colonization and
decolonization, nationalism and imperialism, trade networks, revolutions, and war. The
course emphasizes the multiple perspectives and experiences that shaped world
history, including the determinant role played by non-European societies in making the
modern world. Course readings include a textbook and a set of primary sources that
provide a window into the diverse human experiences in history. Course assignments
include quizzes, primary sources and film discussion, and a final essay.
General Education (HS, DG)
General education courses aim to broaden the students’ minds and experiences by
equipping them to act thoughtfully and responsibly in society, make informed
judgments, and live lives dedicated to service, continued learning, and the joys of
intellectual pursuits for a lifetime. This specific course offers students an overview of
world history since 1500, broadening their cultural, historical, and philosophical
perspectives. Additionally, course assignments are designed to improve critical and
analytical skills essential to students’ intellectual and professional success. This course
fulfills the Historical Studies (HS) and Global Diversity (DG) requirements, as described
below.
Historical Studies (HS): The course’s readings, lectures, and assignments will expose
students to historically significant events, developments, or processes that formed the
modern world as a way of teaching them to understand the present and inquiry into the
future. The course assignments are centered on the collective discussion of historical
documents, allowing students to understand history as an exercise of rigorous research
and interpretation, rather than a collection of facts, dates, and names, or simply a matter
of opinion.
Global Diversity (DG): This course offers the opportunity to learn about societies,
cultures, and environments beyond the boundaries of the United States. The course
invites students to read about, discuss, and analyze a wide range of social, cultural, and
political perspectives that have shaped the modern world. By discussing global
historical processes, the course explores aspects of the histories of Asia, Africa, Latin
America, and Europe, focusing on the complex interaction among them from the late
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fifteenth century onwards. The primary sources discussed in the assig ...
This document outlines a unit plan for teaching about the American Revolution using technology. It includes 5 phases: 1) reflecting on how technology fits into the content, 2) determining the advantages of using technology, 3) deciding objectives and assessments, 4) designing instructional methods, and 5) preparing the instructional environment. The unit would have students research different perspectives of revolutionary events using online sources and create projects to demonstrate their understanding. It aims to give students a more global understanding of this period in history by accessing international viewpoints.
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Flipped Unit Plan for 5th Grade Social Studies: Great Depression, New Deal, American Involvement in WWII
1. K-12 Blended and Online Learning
Lokey-Vega (2014) 1
Overall Unit Information (Required for MOOC participants)
Unit or Course
Goal(s)
This unit involves a blended learning model known as the “flipped” classroom. Students in this class
will engage in self-paced learning inside and outside of the classroom through a series of online
learning videos and resources. The flipped classroom model gives teachers the chance to help more
students in the learning process than they could ever do for a large group of students.
Face-to-face meetings allow everyone to come together in the physical environment for teacher
facilitation of student-centered learning projects that reinforce the module content. The central repository
and online meeting place for the teacher and students is hosted through Edmodo, an educational social
media site. VoiceThread discussions will be used each week as a part of student participation in learning.
Within Modules 1, students will explore various learning resources needed to explain how the Great
Depression affected the lives of millions of Americans. In Module 2, students will examine how the New
Deal helped Americans recover from the Great Depression. Within Module 3, students will explore the
reasons for America’s involvement in World War II. Also, students will investigate opportunity costs and
their relationship to decision-making, such as decisions to ration goods during WWII.
To demonstrate their understanding of these modules, they will be developing various individual and
group evidences (as explained in the following modules) of their learning to be submitted either online,
or shared with the whole class during face-to-face class time. Weekly online quizzes and module tests
will be conducted during face-to-face class time and results provided within 24 hours. Rubrics, project
guidelines, and exemplars are provided online for viewing on the Edmodo class website.
Accommodations are provided for students in the ESOL or Special Education programs as determined by
individual need.
2. K-12 Blended and Online Learning
Lokey-Vega (2014) 2
Standards Name of standards: Georgia Performance Standards
Link to standards: 5th Grade Social Studies Standards
Location information: Title I Elementary School in North Georgia, USA
Grade/Year: 5th grade Subject: Social Studies Standard (as written):
SS5H5 The student will explain how the Great Depression and New Deal affected the lives of
millions of Americans.
Discuss the Stock Market Crash of 1929, Herbert Hoover, Franklin Roosevelt, the Dust Bowl, and
soup kitchens.
Analyze the main features of the New Deal; include the significance of the Civilian Conservation
Corps, the Works Progress Administration, and the Tennessee Valley Authority.
Discuss important cultural elements of the 1930s; include Duke Ellington, Margaret Mitchell, and
Jesse Owens.
SS5H6 The student will explain the reasons for America’s involvement in World War II.
Describe Germany’s aggression in Europe and Japan’s aggression in Asia.
Describe major events in the war in both Europe and the Pacific; include Pearl Harbor, Iwo Jima,
D-Day, VE and VJ Days, and the Holocaust.
Discuss President Truman’s decision to drop the atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
Identify Roosevelt, Stalin, Churchill, Hirohito, Truman, Mussolini, and Hitler.
Describe the effects of rationing and the changing role of women and African- Americans; include
“Rosie the Riveter” and the Tuskegee Airmen.
Explain the U.S. role in the formation of the United Nations.
SS5E1 The student will use the basic economic concepts of trade, opportunity cost,
specialization, voluntary exchange, productivity, and price incentives to illustrate historical
events.
Describe opportunity costs and their relationship to decision-making across time (such as
decisions to ration goods during WWII).
SS5G1 The student will locate important places in the United States.
Locate important man-made places; include the Chisholm Trail; Pittsburgh, PA;
Gettysburg, PA; Kitty Hawk, NC; Pearl Harbor, HI; and Montgomery, AL.
3. K-12 Blended and Online Learning
Lokey-Vega (2014) 3
Learner
Characteristics
Students live in the Cherokee County School District located in the southeastern state of Georgia in the
USA. The majority of the students are English Language Learners of Latino descent. A majority of the
students come from lower SES households. The majority of the students have immigrated with their
families from Mexico, Honduras, Columbia, and Guatemala. 25% of the students are in Special Education
and have an IEP. Students have completed the 4th grade History curriculum as required by our Georgia
state assessments. They are ready to begin learning more about American history and prepare to make a
successful transition to middle school at the end of the year.
Technology
requirements
Students should have the following tools available at home for study:
1. Internet connected computer (Dial up is too slow for the videos)
2. Edmodo Student account to access the class’s social learning site
3. Nearpod Student Username that is unique for assessment purposes
4. Keyboard and mouse to communicate and navigate the computer
5. Headphones to plug into the computer to listen to videos
6. VoiceThread account for weekly discussions on learning modules
Students that are bringing their own Wi-Fi capable learning devices from home must review the BYLD
policy and guidelines with their parents as well as the Internet Usage & Acceptable Usage Guidelines
mentioned in the sections above. Technology support is provided by the school district only for the
school- owned technology equipment. Therefore, the school is unable to provide technology support to
students that bring their own learning devices to school. Any students without reliable computer access in
their homes will have the opportunity to use the computers in the classroom to review the learning content
for half of the class time every day. No one is left out!
Prerequisite
Skills
6th grade reading proficiency (differentiation provided)
Edmodo for group project collaborations & VoiceThread usage
Safe and effective Internet research and navigation (information literacy skill)
PC computer use and/or mobile device usage (for BYLD purposes, if applicable)
Social media usage skills (for using Edmodo)
NearPod navigational skills for online learning modules & online assessments
Prezi navigational and basic designing skills using templates provided on the website
Recording podcasts and narrating presentations on Prezi or PowerPoint.
4. K-12 Blended and Online Learning
Lokey-Vega (2014) 4
Introductory
Communication
Plans
Complete self-paced learning module & online quiz on NearPod every week. (Monitored online)
Participate in the VoiceThread discussion on module content weekly. (By Wednesday at 8pm)
Respond to at least one of their peers’ reflection postings each week. (By Wednesday at 8pm)
Work with the assigned group to complete the module projects. (Monitored in & out of class)
Come prepared for weekly class meetings with all required materials.
Participate in study groups for online Unit Review Tests & CRCT reviews. (Monitored in class)
Complete the module weekly quiz in a timely manner and submit for grading on Fridays.
Note: Assessment results are provided to students within 24 hours of completion.
Provide peer feedback using the required forms on Fridays during Project Sharing time.
All online and in-person communication must adhere to the guidelines outlined in the syllabus for
the class. Teacher communication policy is also included within the syllabus.
Universal
Design
Principles
Considered
Multiple forms of representation: websites, videos, visual presentation, textbook, audio
Multiple forms of expression: quizzes, forums, reflections, creative writing, drama
Multiple forms of engagement: forums, reflections, class dramatic presentation, oral presentation, visual
presentation, peer & teacher feedback
Number of
Modules or
Weeks
This unit comprises three learning modules that are each two weeks in length for a total of six weeks.
New modules are accessible at the end of each two-week module. Each week’s VoiceThread discussion
participation, reflection posts, and peer responses are due on Wednesday evening by 8pm. Module
quizzes and student projects are due on Fridays according to the schedule available for online review on
the Edmodo class website.
5. K-12 Blended and Online Learning
Lokey-Vega (2014) 5
Module 1 Week 1 Plan (Note: “module” and “lesson” used interchangeably) (Required for MOOC participants)
Module
Objective(s)
SS5H5 The student will explain how the Great Depression and New Deal affected the lives of millions of
Americans.
Discuss the Stock Market Crash of 1929, Herbert Hoover, Franklin Roosevelt, the Dust Bowl, and
soup kitchens.
The students will be able to identify the reasons why the United States fell into an economic depression
now known as The Great Depression. The students will demonstrate their understanding of the events of
Black Tuesday and how this stock market crash crippled the nation by creating a radio broadcast outlining
the details of the day and its aftermath.
Essential Questions:
Why did the stock market crash on Black Tuesday in 1929?
How did lives change in America during the Great Depression?
How did Americans survive during the Great Depression?
How does the Great Depression affect our lives today?
Module
Assessment(s)
1. Nearpod Quiz about causes of the Stock Market Crash of 1929, identifying Herbert Hoover, and the
purpose of the soup kitchens during this time.
2. VoiceThread Discussion forum:
Why did the stock market crash on Black Tuesday in 1929?
How did lives change in America during the Great Depression?
Why did many Americans dislike President Hoover?
3. Reflection on Edmodo
How did families and communities help each other during the Great Depression?
(See rubric on reflection postings & peer responses posted on Edmodo)
4. Project designs and schedules
Radio Announcement Broadcast (created by assigned students groups)
6. K-12 Blended and Online Learning
Lokey-Vega (2014) 6
Description of
Learning
Activities
Explore websites about Black Tuesday & the Great Depression, and watch the assigned videos in Learning
Module.
Review the review broadcasting project guidelines with the teacher in class.
Compose a reflection based on their learning answering the essential questions asked by the teacher &
provide feedback for at least one peer on Edmodo.
Read the Great Depression overview in their textbook and participate in VoiceThread discussion moderated
by the teacher and write their weekly reflection post.
Collaborate with the student groups to develop and record their radio broadcasts.
Complete the weekly quiz on Friday during class & share their broadcasts.
Provide feedback to the student groups using the required form.
Formative
Evaluation &
Feedback
Mid-week check-in with each student on Wednesday & mid-week check on group projects.
Reflection posting & peer feedback monitored by teacher and assessed on Wednesday.
VoiceThread participation assessed using rubric to determine understanding of reading.
Module weekly quiz completed Friday during class with feedback provided within 24 hours online.
Physical
Learning
Materials
District-provided textbook for study & reading, and peer feedback forms for Project Sharing
Digital Learning
Objects
The-Great-Depression
The Stock Market Crash of 1929
Hiawatha Elementary School: The Great Depression Resources
The Great Depression: A Woman's Voice (Georgia Oral History)
Interviews with Survivors of the Great Depression
Soup Kitchen & Great Depression Video Clips
NearPod Module Presentation with embedded media & resources
NearPod Quiz for the Module
Edmodo Modules with Rubrics, Guidelines, and Exemplars as needed
Edmodo Module Reflection Forum for Students
VoiceThread Discussion facilitated by the teacher
7. K-12 Blended and Online Learning
Lokey-Vega (2014) 7
Plans for
Differentiation
Students with limited English proficiency or a reading level below 5hth grade will be supported using a
modified reflection rubrics. An outline of notes for the module if needed according to each student’s IEP.
Class meeting times will be used for facilitation purposes to ensure all students are progressing in their
learning. Study buddies will be used for ELL students, and student groups will be assigned in a way that
maximizes the opportunities for success of all students.
8. K-12 Blended and Online Learning
Lokey-Vega (2014) 8
Module 1 Week 2 Plan (Optional for MOOC participants) Self-Check
Module
Objective(s)
SS5H5 The student will explain how the Great Depression and New Deal affected the lives
of millions of Americans.
Discuss the Stock Market Crash of 1929, Herbert Hoover, Franklin Roosevelt, the
Dust Bowl, and soup kitchens.
The students will examine the affects of the Dust Bowl on the lives of many Americans,
explore the shantytowns dubbed “Hoovervilles,” and determine why they had been named
after President Hoover. Students will identify at least 4 ways that individuals survived
during the Great Depression. The students will write a letter outlining how they are
surviving to President Hoover in order to demonstrate their understanding of what life was
like for these individuals. (They will write their letter from the viewpoint of their created
character).
See A1 & A2
Module
Assessment(s)
1. Nearpod Quiz about causes of the Dust Bowl, its effects on Americans & the American
response to President Hoover & the lives of many Americans living in Hoovervilles
2. VoiceThread Discussion forum:
How did the Dust Bowl affect the lives of many Americans?
Why did many Americans dislike President Hoover?
(See rubric on participation posted on Edmodo)
3. Reflection on Edmodo
How did the Great Depression affect the lives of your family members?
Alternative question: How would you survive during the Great Depression?
4. Project designs and schedules
Great Depression Character Profile & Letter to President Hoover (individual project)
(See specific project plan guidelines & rubrics posted on Edmodo)
See A2 A3 C1 C2 &
C5
9. K-12 Blended and Online Learning
Lokey-Vega (2014) 9
Description of
Learning
Activities
Explore websites about the Dust Bowl, President Hoover, Hoovervilles and watch the
assigned videos in Learning Module.
Review the character project & letter guidelines with the teacher in class.
Compose a reflection based on their learning answering the essential questions asked by
the teacher & provide feedback for at least one peer on Edmodo.
Read the Dust Bowl & Hooverville section in their textbook and participate in VoiceThread
discussion moderated by the teacher and write their weekly reflection post.
Participate in the Soup Kitchen experience & research information to use for their Great
Depression Character Profile and Letter to President Hoover.
Complete the weekly quiz on Friday during class & post their profiles/letters online.
Provide peer feedback for their peer’s letters using the rubric online.
See A2 A3 B3 B4 &
B10
Formative
Evaluation &
Feedback
Mid-week check-in with each student on Wednesday & mid-week check on group projects.
Reflection posting & peer feedback monitored by teacher and assessed on Wednesday.
VoiceThread participation assessed using rubric to determine understanding of reading.
Module weekly quiz completed Friday during class with feedback provided within 24 hours
online.
See A3 C1 C3 & C5
Physical
Learning
Materials
District-provided textbook for study & reading, and peer feedback forms for Project Sharing
Soup kitchen items & food: Broth-based soup that can be “stretched” vegetable soup
works well, cheap white bread, plastic spoons, bowls, napkins, Crock-Pot for heating the
soup, big ladle
See A3, A9, B1, B4,
& B6
10. K-12 Blended and Online Learning
Lokey-Vega (2014) 10
Digital Learning
Objects
Hobos of the Great Depression - Big Rock Candy Mountain
Hobos of the Great Depression - Big Rock Candy Mountain
The Dust Bowl Interactive Website (from film by Ken Burns)
Farming in the 1930s Oral Histories from Dust Bowl Era
Welcome to Hooverville
President Herbert Hoover and the Great Depression
Soup Kitchen & Great Depression Video Clips
NearPod Module Presentation with embedded media & resources
NearPod Quiz for the Module
Edmodo Modules with Rubrics, Guidelines, and Exemplars as needed
Edmodo Module Reflection Forum for Students
VoiceThread Discussion facilitated by the teacher
See A3, A9, B1, B4,
& B6
Plans for
Differentiation
Students with limited English proficiency or a reading level below 5hth grade will be
supported using a modified reflection rubrics. An outline of notes for the module if needed
according to each student’s IEP. Class meeting times will be used for facilitation purposes
to ensure all students are progressing in their learning. Study buddies will be used for ELL
students, and student groups will be assigned in a way that maximizes the opportunities for
success of all students.
See B1 B4 & B6
11. K-12 Blended and Online Learning
Lokey-Vega (2014) 11
Module 2 Plan Week 1 (Optional for MOOC participants) Self-Check
Module
Objective(s)
SS5H5 The student will explain how the Great Depression and New Deal affected the
lives of millions of Americans.
Analyze the main features of the New Deal; include the significance of the Civilian
Conservation Corps, the Works Progress Administration, and the Tennessee Valley
Authority.
Students will explore the main features of Roosevelt’s New Deal programs that helped
America regain her footing by collaborating in small groups to create a Prezi about the
CCC, WPA, or TVA to share with the other 5th grade classrooms.
Essential Questions:
How did Roosevelt’s New Deal help America get back on its feet?
See A1 & A2
Module
Assessment(s)
1. Nearpod Quiz about FDR’s New Deal Programs, the effectiveness of these programs
in improving the lives of Americans
2. VoiceThread Discussion forum:
How did Roosevelt’s New Deal program help rebuild the lives of Americans?
(See rubric on participation posted on Edmodo)
3. Reflection on Edmodo
Please locate online & share a place nearby that was built by New Deal workers.
4. Project designs and schedules
New Deal Prezi (small group project, program assigned by the teacher)
(See specific project plan guidelines & rubrics posted on Edmodo)
See A2 A3 C1 C2 &
C5
12. K-12 Blended and Online Learning
Lokey-Vega (2014) 12
Description of
Learning
Activities
Explore websites about the President FDR’s New Deal programs and watch the assigned
videos in Learning Module.
Review the New Deal project guidelines with the teacher in class.
Compose a reflection based on their learning answering the essential questions asked by
the teacher & provide feedback for at least one peer on Edmodo.
Read the New Deal section in their textbook and participate in VoiceThread discussion
moderated by the teacher and write their weekly reflection post.
Participate in their small groups to complete the New Deal Prezis.
Complete the weekly quiz on Friday during class & review each group’s Prezi online.
Provide peer feedback for each group’s Prezis using the rubric online.
See A2 A3 B3 B4 &
B10
Formative
Evaluation &
Feedback
Mid-week check-in with each student on Wednesday & mid-week check on group projects.
Reflection posting & peer feedback monitored by teacher and assessed on Wednesday.
VoiceThread participation assessed using rubric to determine understanding of reading.
Module weekly quiz completed Friday during class with feedback provided within 24 hours
online.
See A3 C1 C3 & C5
Physical
Learning
Materials
District-provided textbook for study & reading, and peer feedback forms for Project Sharing See A3, A9, B1, B4,
& B6
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Digital Learning
Objects
The New Deal Weebly Information Page
New Deal: We Work Again - 1930's
New Deal - 1930's Government Promotional Video
History Channel: The New Deal Videos
History Channel Tennessee Valley Authority
My History Class New Deal Powerpoint
NearPod Module Presentation with embedded media & resources
NearPod Quiz for the Module
Edmodo Modules with Rubrics, Guidelines, and Exemplars as needed
Edmodo Module Reflection Forum for Students
VoiceThread Discussion facilitated by the teacher
See A3, A9, B1, B4,
& B6
Plans for
Differentiation
Students with limited English proficiency or a reading level below 5hth grade will be
supported using a modified reflection rubrics. An outline of notes for the module if needed
according to each student’s IEP. Class meeting times will be used for facilitation purposes
to ensure all students are progressing in their learning. Study buddies will be used for ELL
students, and student groups will be assigned in a way that maximizes the opportunities for
success of all students.
See B1 B4 & B6
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Module 2 Week 2 Plan (Optional for MOOC participants) Self-Check
Module
Objective(s)
SS5H5 The student will explain how the Great Depression and New Deal affected the
lives of millions of Americans.
Discuss important cultural elements of the 1930s; include Duke Ellington, Margaret
Mitchell, and Jesse Owens.
Students will explore the cultural elements from the 1930s, including Duke Ellington,
Margaret Mitchell, and Jesse Owens. Students will collaborate on a video overview of
various celebrities from the 1930s that will be uploaded to SchoolTube for public use under
the Creative Commons license.
See A1 & A2
Module
Assessment(s)
1. Nearpod Quiz about 1930s cultural elements, such as Duke Ellington, Margaret
Mitchell, and Jesse Owens.
2. VoiceThread Discussion forum:
How did the 1930s culture icons live on today?
(See rubric on participation posted on Edmodo)
3. Reflection on Edmodo
Please locate online & share a brief summary about another iconic figure from the
1930s American culture with resources that your peers can also explore online.
4. Project designs and schedules
1930s Icon Video (small group project, person must be approved by teacher)
(See specific project plan guidelines & rubrics posted on Edmodo)
See A2 A3 C1 C2 &
C5
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Description of
Learning
Activities
Explore websites about the 1930s icons and watch the assigned videos in Learning Module.
Review the 1930s video project guidelines with the teacher in class.
Compose a reflection based on their learning answering the essential questions asked by
the teacher & provide feedback for at least one peer on Edmodo.
Read the 1930s section in their textbook and participate in VoiceThread discussion
moderated by the teacher and write their weekly reflection post.
Participate in their small groups to complete their 1930s icon videos for SchoolTube.
Complete the weekly quiz on Friday during class & review each group’s video online.
Provide peer feedback for each group’s video using the rubric online.
See A2 A3 B3 B4 &
B10
Formative
Evaluation &
Feedback
Mid-week check-in with each student on Wednesday & mid-week check on group projects.
Reflection posting & peer feedback monitored by teacher and assessed on Wednesday.
VoiceThread participation assessed using rubric to determine understanding of reading.
Module weekly quiz completed Friday during class with feedback provided within 24 hours
online.
See A3 C1 C3 & C5
Physical
Learning
Materials
District-provided textbook for study & reading, and peer feedback forms for Project Sharing See A3, A9, B1, B4,
& B6
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Digital Learning
Objects
Margaret Mitchell Atlanta Hall of Fame
Atlanta's Book - Gone With the Wind
I DONT KNOW WHY I LOVE YOU SO by Duke Ellington 1936
Duke Ellington / Rhapsody in Blue
1935-1936 Jesse Owens
Black History Month- Jesse Owens
Duke Ellington "...I'm Always Dreaming."
Hollywood Thirties List of Celebrity Icons
Hollywood Thirties List of Celebrity Icons #2
NearPod Module Presentation with embedded media & resources
NearPod Quiz for the Module
Edmodo Modules with Rubrics, Guidelines, and Exemplars as needed
Edmodo Module Reflection Forum for Students
VoiceThread Discussion facilitated by the teacher
See A3, A9, B1, B4,
& B6
Plans for
Differentiation
Students with limited English proficiency or a reading level below 5hth grade will be
supported using a modified reflection rubrics. An outline of notes for the module if needed
according to each student’s IEP. Class meeting times will be used for facilitation purposes
to ensure all students are progressing in their learning. Study buddies will be used for ELL
students, and student groups will be assigned in a way that maximizes the opportunities for
success of all students.
See B1 B4 & B6
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Module 3 Plan Week 1 (Optional for MOOC participants)
Module
Objective(s)
SS5H6 The student will explain the reasons for America’s involvement in World War II.
Describe Germany’s aggression in Europe and Japan’s aggression in Asia.
Describe major events in the war in both Europe and the Pacific; include Pearl Harbor, Iwo Jima,
D-Day, VE and VJ Days, and the Holocaust.
Discuss President Truman’s decision to drop the atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
Identify Roosevelt, Stalin, Churchill, Hirohito, Truman, Mussolini, and Hitler.
SS5G1 The student will locate important places in the United States.
Locate important man-made places; include the Chisholm Trail; Pittsburgh, PA;
Gettysburg, PA; Kitty Hawk, NC; Pearl Harbor, HI; and Montgomery, AL.
Essential Questions:
How did the Great Depression in the USA affect Europe?
How did WWII begin?
Why did the U.S. become involved in WWII?
Module
Assessment(s)
1. Nearpod Quiz about America’s involvement in WWII & Germany’s aggression in Europe & Japan’s
aggression for Asia.
2. VoiceThread Discussion forum:
How did the Great Depression in the USA affect Europe?
How did WWII begin?
(See rubric on participation posted on Edmodo)
3. Reflection on Edmodo
Why did the U.S. become involved in WWII?
4. Project designs and schedules
World War II Radio News Podcast
(See specific project plan guidelines & rubrics posted on Edmodo)
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Description of
Learning
Activities
Explore websites about the America’s involvement in WWII & Germany’s aggression in Europe & Japan’s aggression.
Review the project guidelines with the teacher in class.
Compose a reflection based on their learning answering the essential questions asked by the teacher & provide
feedback for at least one peer on Edmodo.
Read the WWII beginning sections in their textbook and participate in VoiceThread discussion moderated by the
teacher and write their weekly reflection post.
Participate in their small groups to complete their radio podcasts.
Complete the weekly quiz on Friday during class & review each group’s video online.
Provide peer feedback for each group’s podcast using the rubric online.
Formative
Evaluation &
Feedback
Mid-week check-in with each student on Wednesday & mid-week check on group projects.
Reflection posting & peer feedback monitored by teacher and assessed on Wednesday.
VoiceThread participation assessed using rubric to determine understanding of reading.
Module weekly quiz completed Friday during class with feedback provided within 24 hours online.
Physical
Learning
Materials
District-provided textbook for study & reading, and peer feedback forms for Project Sharing
Digital Learning
Objects
Pearl Harbor Summary
Dictators Rise to Power
World War II The Road to War
World War II Education-Entertainment – European Theater Animated Presentation
NearPod Module Presentation with embedded media & resources
NearPod Quiz for the Module
Edmodo Modules with Rubrics, Guidelines, and Exemplars as needed
Edmodo Module Reflection Forum for Students
VoiceThread Discussion facilitated by the teacher
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Plans for
Differentiation
Students with limited English proficiency or a reading level below 5hth grade will be supported using a modified
reflection rubrics. An outline of notes for the module if needed according to each student’s IEP. Class meeting
times will be used for facilitation purposes to ensure all students are progressing in their learning. Study buddies
will be used for ELL students, and student groups will be assigned in a way that maximizes the opportunities for
success of all students.
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Module 3 Week 2 Plan (Optional for MOOC participants)
Module
Objective(s)
SS5H6 The student will explain the reasons for America’s involvement in World War II.
Describe Germany’s aggression in Europe and Japan’s aggression in Asia.
Describe major events in the war in both Europe and the Pacific; include Pearl Harbor, Iwo Jima,
D-Day, VE and VJ Days, and the Holocaust.
Discuss President Truman’s decision to drop the atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
Identify Roosevelt, Stalin, Churchill, Hirohito, Truman, Mussolini, and Hitler.
SS5G1 The student will locate important places in the United States.
Locate important man-made places; include the Chisholm Trail; Pittsburgh, PA;
Gettysburg, PA; Kitty Hawk, NC; Pearl Harbor, HI; and Montgomery, AL.
SS5E1 The student will use the basic economic concepts of trade, opportunity cost, specialization,
voluntary exchange, productivity, and price incentives to illustrate historical events.
Describe opportunity costs and their relationship to decision-making across time (such as decisions to ration
goods during WWII).
Essential Questions
How did the Axis powers show their military strength to the rest of the world?
How did life change in America during WWII?
How did the Allies gain the upper hand against the Axis powers?
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Module
Assessment(s)
1. Nearpod Quiz about America’s involvement in WWII & the basic economic concepts of opportunity costs
and rationing during efforts on the Home Front.
2. VoiceThread Discussion forum:
How did life change in America during WWII?
(See rubric on participation posted on Edmodo)
3. Reflection on Edmodo
How did the Axis powers show their military strength to the rest of the world?
How did the Allies gain the upper hand against the Axis powers?
4. Project designs and schedules
World War II Propaganda Poster
(See specific project plan guidelines & rubrics posted on Edmodo)
Description of
Learning
Activities
Explore websites about the America’s involvement in WWII frontlines and on Home Front---including basic economic
concepts of opportunity costs & rationing.
Review the project guidelines with the teacher in class.
Compose a reflection based on their learning answering the essential questions asked by the teacher & provide
feedback for at least one peer on Edmodo.
Read the WWII sections in their textbook and participate in VoiceThread discussion moderated by the teacher and
write their weekly reflection post.
Participate in their small groups to complete their propaganda poster
Complete the weekly quiz on Friday during class & review each group’s video online.
Provide peer feedback for each group’s propaganda poster using the rubric online.
Formative
Evaluation &
Feedback
Mid-week check-in with each student on Wednesday & mid-week check on group projects.
Reflection posting & peer feedback monitored by teacher and assessed on Wednesday.
VoiceThread participation assessed using rubric to determine understanding of reading.
Module weekly quiz completed Friday during class with feedback provided within 24 hours online.
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Physical
Learning
Materials
District-provided textbook for study & reading, and peer feedback forms for Project Sharing
Digital
Learning
Objects
Rosie the Riveter: Real Women Workers in World War II
Wartime Nutrition (1943)
Churchill - Their Finest Hour (audio slideshow)
$3.99 PowerPoint Product World-War-II-PowerPoint-Presentation-(Editable)
WWII Education/Entertainment Animated Presentation (by tdhoanh)
Victory Garden Radio Announcement WWII 1943
D-Day 6/6/44 - History Channel Footage
VE Day Celebrations (1945)
C-SPAN Japanese Surrender Signing on Missouri
History Channel Battle of Iwo Jima
NearPod Module Presentation with embedded media & resources
NearPod Quiz for the Module
Edmodo Modules with Rubrics, Guidelines, and Exemplars as needed
Edmodo Module Reflection Forum for Students
VoiceThread Discussion facilitated by the teacher
Plans for
Differentiation
Students with limited English proficiency or a reading level below 5hth grade will be supported using a modified
reflection rubrics. An outline of notes for the module if needed according to each student’s IEP. Class meeting times
will be used for facilitation purposes to ensure all students are progressing in their learning. Study buddies will be
used for ELL students, and student groups will be assigned in a way that maximizes the opportunities for success of
all students.