The Outsiders Lesson Plan (End of book)
Overview
This lesson includes the reading of the last chapter in "The Outsiders" as well as the introduction to the technology infused list of final project ideas for the students to choose from.
Stage 1 - Desired Results
ESTABLISHED GOALS |
Students will transfer their creative minds into a project based on the end of their reading of The Outsiders Students will use their knowledge to create a form of art |
Transfer
Students will be able to independently use their learning to… |
| create artwork (2D or 3D) based on their reading and knowledge of the characters and their attributes |
Meaning
UNDERSTANDINGS | ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS |
| Technology can be used to create artwork and writing a paper is not the only way to incorporate their thoughts about the end of the book | -What websites can we use to create our own version of the book cover? -What databases can we use to create our own movie? |
Aquistion
Students will know… | Students will be skilled at… |
| How to use Canva and other websites for future projects | using technology to display their creativity |
Stage 2 - Assessment Evidence
Evaluative Criteria | Assessment Evidence |
-Through PowerPoint, students will be given a quick lesson about their future project and the requirements involved. -I will then go through the websites students can use to complete their projects. I will do mini examples of each using the websites provided. | PERFORMANCE TASK(S): -During the presentation, students will be shown the different ways they will be able to complete their end of the book project. 1. A paper on the different themes/character developments they want to explore further 2. A new cover for the book "The Outsiders"- Students will use Canva or Adobe to create their own version of what they think is the most important parts of the book, and will create a visual based on that. 3. an alternative ending to the book- students will create a short movie using their creativity to display what they wanted to happen at the end of the book. Students will be able to use GarageBand and Telestory to create their movie. For all projects, except the paper, students will be able to work together. However, students will be required to use one of the provided websites/apps
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-Students will have the last chapter of the book read to them through the Audiobook. The students will follow along with their own books. -We will have an open discussion forum on Moodle in which the students will describe their closing thoughts about the ending of the book. | OTHER EVIDENCE: Websites/Apps introduced: Audiobooks, GarageBand, Telestory, Canva, Adobe |
Stage 3 - Learning Plan
Learning Activities:
Summary of Key Learning Events and Instruction
What learning experiences and instruction will enable students to achieve the desired results? How will the design
W = Help the students know Where the unit is going and What is expected? Help the teacher know Where the students are coming from (prior knowledge, interests)?
H = Hook all students, and Hold their interest?
E1 = Equip students, help them Experience the key ideas and Explore the issue?
R = Provide opportunities to Rethink and Revise their understandings and work?
E2 = Allow students to Evaluate their work and its implications?
T = be Tailored (personalized) to the different needs, interests, and abilities of learners?
O = Be Organized to maximize initial and sustained engagement as well as effective learning?
1. The use of technology to create their projects, will inspire students to be creative and use the websites in the future
2. Students will gain more knowledge by creating their own versions of either the ending of the book or a new book cover.
3. Having three different project ideas for students to choose from will ensure they are given many options to display their knowledge and creativity.