Floresville ISD LoTi Lesson Plan

 

Character Ed - S. Gilchrist 
 

 

 

Lesson Information
Title of Lesson Character Ed - S. Gilchrist
Grade Levels K
Subject Social Studies
Course No course information associated with this lesson.
Authors and Contributors

sgilchrist 
Lesson Submission Date 1/5/2007 10:06:45 AM
Lesson Approval Date 2/12/2007 9:49:00 AM


 

Learning Objectives
TEKS /
Student Expectations 		Social Studies - K.2 The student understands how historical figures and ordinary people helped to shape the community, state, and nation. (A) The student is expected to identify the contributions of historical figures such as Stephen F. Austin and George Washington who helped to shape our state and nation.
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Department Objectives 		n/a

 

Lesson Overview

A brief summary of the lesson and the expected outcomes.
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Engaging Questions

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

Engaging /
Essential Questions 		Can you name the Six Pillars of Character? Can you give an example of caring? Can you give an example of repsect? Can you give an example of responsibiltiy? Can you give an example of fairness? Can you give an example of trustworthy? Can you give an example of being a good citizen? Do you know anyone that has shown any of these character traits? Have you ever shown "good character"?

 

Authentic Learning

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

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Related Character Pillars

 

High Level Thinking Processes

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

Knowledge , Analysis , Comprehension , Synthesis , Application , Evaluation  
Description Bloom's: Knowledge: Students can name the six pillars of Character. Comprehension: Students comprehend information presented in Power Point. Application: Students provide examples of the different character traits. Analyze: Students analyze the contributions made by each individual to determine which character trait is displayed. Synthesis: Students verbalize how they would do things differently if they were that person. Evaluation: Students have to justify why they feel their individual should be selected as "Person of the Year". Character Trait: Respect, Responsiblity, Caring, Fairness, Trustworthiness, & Citizenship: Students are to identify and review the six pillars. They are to analyze the contributions made by each featured individual and determine which character trait is displayed.

 

Differentiated Instruction

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

Differentiation Activities Adjusted Questions , Tiered Instruction ,
Description Adjusted Questions: Students work at different levels, therefore, questioning may need to be adjusted for students to be successful. Tiered Instruction: Beginning of lesson: Naming/reviewing six pillars of character. Middle of lesson: Power point with the biographies of important people in American/State history. End of lesson: Students present an illustration of one of the featured individuals and justify why this person should be elected as "Person of the Year."

 

Technology Applications

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

Technology Applications Microsoft Power Point Microsoft Paint Internet (sources for Power Point)
Web Resources

 

Assessment
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Concepts/Topics-Identifying good character traits. -Identifying important contributions in state and American history.

EBAM- Review/discuss the Six Pillars of Character. - Using Microsoft Power Point, students will view & discuss the contributions and life of different individuals (Martin Luther King, Jr, George Washington, Susan B. Anthony, Stephen F. Austin, etc.) that helped shape Texas and the United States. In the discussion, ask students if these individuals showed "good character" and to explain how they show "good character". Ask students if they would have done things differently than any of these individuals and explain what they would have done. Have students think of different times they or someone they know has "good character". - After all individuals are studied, students will decide which individual would be best suited for "Person of the Year" based on character and contributions made. Students will illustrate their "nominee" using Microsoft Paint and present to the class/justify why they feel their "nominee" should be "Person of the Year."

Performance TaskStudents will reflect on what they have learned about never giving up and the individuals studied. They will illustrate (using Microsoft Paint) the person they feel would be best suited for "Person of the Year". Students will present their "nominee" to the rest of the class and justify why they feel their featured person should be selected as "Person of the Year." Class will then vote for one of the nomiees presented.

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