Floresville ISD LoTi Lesson Plan

 

Character Fun 
 

 

 

Lesson Information

Title of Lesson Character Fun
Grade Levels 10th, 11th, 12th
Subject Other
Course All Other Subjects & Courses
Authors and Contributors

dmlyssy, ekosarek, pharvey, rgoetz, shendrickson 

Lesson Submission Date 12/1/2007 12:00:00 AM
Lesson Approval Date This lesson has not been approved.


 

Learning Objectives

TEKS /
Student Expectations

FINE ARTS:  (2) Creative expression/performance. The student expresses ideas through original artworks, using a variety of media with appropriate skill. The student is expected to:  (A) create visual solutions by elaborating on direct observation, experiences, and imagination; (B) create designs for practical applications; and (C) demonstrate effective use of art media and tools in design, drawing, painting, printmaking, and sculpture.

ELA:  (2) Writing/writing processes. The student uses recursive writing processes when appropriate. The student is expected to:  (A) use prewriting strategies to generate ideas, develop voice, and plan; (B) develop drafts both alone and collaboratively by organizing and reorganizing content and by refining style to suit occasion, audience, and purpose; (C) proofread writing for appropriateness of organization, content, style, and conventions; (D) refine selected pieces frequently to publish for general and specific audiences; and (E) use technology for aspects of creating, revising, editing, and publishing texts.                                                        (3) Writing/grammar/usage/conventions/spelling. The student relies increasingly on the conventions and mechanics of written English, including the rules of usage and grammar, to write clearly and effectively. The student is expected to:  ((D) produce error-free writing in the final draft.

TECHNOLOGY:  (c) Knowledge and skills. (1) Foundations. The student demonstrates knowledge and appropriate use of hardware components, software programs, and their connections. The student is expected to:  (A) demonstrate knowledge and appropriate use of operating systems, software applications, and communication and networking components; (B) compare, contrast, and appropriately use the various input, processing, output, and primary/secondary storage devices; (C) make decisions regarding the selection, acquisition, and use of software taking under consideration its quality, appropriateness, effectiveness, and efficiency; (2) Foundations. The student uses data input skills appropriate to the task. The student is expected to: (A) demonstrate proficiency in the use of a variety of input devices such as keyboard, scanner, voice/sound recorder, mouse, touch screen, or digital video by appropriately incorporating such components into the product; and (B) use digital keyboarding standards for the input of data. (3) Foundations. The student complies with the laws and examines the issues regarding the use of technology in society. The student is expected to: (A) discuss copyright laws/issues and model ethical acquisition and use of digital information, citing sources using established methods; (B) demonstrate proper etiquette and knowledge of acceptable use policies when using networks, especially resources on the Internet and intranet;

Targeted TAKS /
Department Objectives

ELA:  Objective 5:  The student will produce a piece of writing that demonstrates a command of the conventions of spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar, usage, and sentence structure.  Objective 6:  The student will demonstrate the ability to revise and proofread to improve the clarity and effectiveness of a piece of writing.

 

Lesson Overview

A brief summary of the lesson and the expected outcomes.

Overview

Using technology, high school students will create a character-building activity book which reinforces basic skills for younger students.

 

Engaging Questions

The task asks students to show their "know how" on something important and challenging, not just their knowledge.

Engaging /
Essential Questions

How could you reinforce basic skills in math, language arts, science, social studies, and physical education while building positive character traits in young children?

 

Authentic Learning

The task reflects what people might actually do in the real-world; including real life issues, themes, and problems.

Activities

1.  The students will review the six pillars of character.

2.  The students will brainstorm/research for ideas to create character-building activity pages for young children.

3.  The students will design activity pages using various technology applications.

4.  Using the rubric, the students will evaluate their work, proofread, revise and edit as needed.

5.  The students will organize and assemble the individual pages into an activity book, which will include designing a title page and citing sources.

6.  The students will then duplicate and distribute the activity book to young learners.

Related Character Pillars

Trustworthiness , Respect , Responsibility , Fairness , Caring , Citizenship

 

High Level Thinking Processes

The task requires complex-thinking skills (critical/creative thinking, decision making, problem solving)

Bloom's Taxonomy

Analysis , Synthesis , Evaluation  

Description

Analysis: The students will choose activities that are age and academic skill appropriate for young children.

Synthesis: The students will design a character-building activity book for young children.

Evaluation: The students will assess the value or importance of their finished product in building character traits while teaching basic skills.

 

Differentiated Instruction

Instruction is tailored to the learning readiness, cultural background, interests, talents, and learning profiles of the students.

Differentiation Activities Flexible Grouping , Learning Contracts ,
Description

Flexible Grouping--Activities can vary depending on the abilities of individual students.

Learning Contracts--Students will contract weekly with the teacher to set goals and expectations.

 

Technology Applications

Technology (computers, handhelds, software applications, Internet) is used in a seamless fashion to promote student learning.

Technology Applications

Internet Explorer, Scanner, Clipart, Word, or other publishing applications

Web Resources

 

Assessment

Assessments

http://rubistar.4teachers.org/index.php?&screen=ShowRubric&rubric_id=1422397 Rubric ID#: 1422397 Created on 6-6-07 Hard copy available upon request

 

File Attachments

 

Other Resources

Other Resources

Resources  Teacher, various print materials to be used as examples, copy machine, and book binder