My students will be working on presenting as groups, a chapters worth of material to the class before a quarter assessment to review. They will be responsible of developing their lessons using any format they feel would get the information across to their classmates. To carry out my GAME plan, I need to make sure that the following questions are answered.
What Resources will you need to carry out your plan (video, reading, experts, or colleagues, etc.?)
The resources I will need to carry out my plan include the textbook for starters. If my students are going to be expected to present material from a particular chapter in the book, they will need to read it and go through the examples. From there, depending on what format they would like to present it in for the class to learn, they will need to have access to computers, white board, and any math manipulatives that they feel they need. They can decided to present it by writing out the information on the white board for their classmates to write down. They can also present it using technology in the means of creating a flip chart to use on the Promeathan Board, Powerpoint, etc.
What additional information do you need?
The additional information I will need is to make sure they students are given what they are covering with their group for the other students to learn. I will also have to make sure that they have the needed equipment to present the material. I am going to meet with each group to get an idea of what process they are going with to make sure that I can have everything they need. I can also fit into my lessons maybe one day a week, a short lesson on how to use some of the available software at the school so that they students are aware of them and feel more comfortable using them.
What steps have you been able to take so far?
The only steps I have taken so far is to note what we have covered so far in this current quarter. This will help me decided how many groups there will be with how many students in each. I will not be able to gather any technology equipment as of yet until we have come close to finishing the quarter so that I can schedule the lab if we need it. I can at this point alert the computer tech that we will be coming towards the end of the quarter to work on a project so that she is aware of this.
If I am able to accomplish these items now, it will make the transition into the project a bit smoother.
Having a game plan to begin with is a huge part of the process. A game plan makes the task run smoother and helps one to be prepared for what is needed. It also helps the students to know exactly what is expected of them and when parts of a lesson plan are due. Reflecting on the process will also allow one to make modifications to the lesson when it is taught again in the future. Sounds like you have a solid starting point. Best wishes with your game plan!
ReplyDeleteHi, it sounds like you are well on your way to reaching your goals! What ideas have you thought of for assessment? With large projects I find that I need to create a checklist for not only my students, but for me to stay on task as well!
ReplyDeleteHi Kathy,
ReplyDeleteI'm always excited by the prospect of moving students to the "teacher" role--where they take on responsibility for presenting information--checking its accuracy--sifting through to identify the key ideas--it becomes a valuable experience for those creating the presentation and those watching and listening.
Voicethread might be a nice application--maybe combined with a concept map?
Susan
Your plan sounds like you have thought about all the steps necessary to achieve your goal. When I have had student take on the teacher role in my classroom in the past, one of the tools I like to use is having student critiques of the presentations as well as group critiques. This keeps students focused on the task, and allows for an understanding of how the group dynamic worked.
ReplyDeleteKathy,
ReplyDeleteIt seems as though you have begun to put your plan in to action and you know where you are headed? Do you see any challenges in regards to you plan? If so, how will you approach them?