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Frida Kahlo WebQuest
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Category | Description | ||||||||
Age Group of Learners | � Ages 14-18, Grades 9-12 | ||||||||
Technical Abilities of Learners | � Students attend a technology class within the Specials rotation. � Within the Technology curriculum students learn Microsoft Word, Power Point, and internet applications used for research. � Students� technical abilities could be considered average according to their experience using digital tools, electronic applications and computer programming within their everyday living. | ||||||||
Characteristics of Learners | � Standardized state test scores indicate that majority of students are at or below grade level. � Introductory lesson to media and tools will be necessary to familiarize students with interactive technological tools and their functions. � Segmenting the lesson into 10 minute instruction, 10 minute demonstration and 20 minute student exploration would be effective for this group of learners. | ||||||||
Appropriate Interactivity | � Students will explore links from various sources about Frida Kahlo. � Interactivity will require the students to expand their knowledge and skills of PowerPoint, develop their 21st Century skills as a digital learner and explore cultural differences through the research and creation of an inspired mask. | ||||||||
Interactivity Task(s) Required | � Students will research, view examples, read information, respond to questions and create an original artwork. | ||||||||
Physical Environment | � Initially, for instruction and classroom discussion students will use the computer lab, 30 computers. � For individual work, the creation of an inspired mask, the art room will be utilized. � Although the classroom environment will vary, students will continue their structured routine for seating, retrieval and submission of materials and cleanup. | ||||||||
Modifications |
Shortened class time � Low Functioning- � Extended practice time, segmented instruction, peer collaboration with high functioning students. � High Functioning- Extended assignment objectives and product goals. � Kinesthetic Learner- Handouts � Auditory Learner- Narration during presentation. � Visual- Examples of masks displayed in the classroom. | ||||||||
Audience Constraints | � Student Attendance � Provide clear instructions, expectations, deadlines verbally and written by student in notes and teacher. � Comprehension� Provide sufficient practice time to allow familiarization of topic, technology and interactive tutorials. Also, provide effective visual and verbal instruction � Technical Problems with Media � Address any issues that can be fixed in the classroom/ computer labs, enlist school Technologist help, use 2nd Computer lab, or use mobile cart. |
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