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VDM Ss Lptemplate 2016 Lessonexample
VDM Ss Lptemplate 2016 Lessonexample
Rationale for Instruction Why this lesson is a necessary element of the curriculum? [An example from Broward County Schools Elementary students
A rationale is an essential part of should begin to understand that as citizens of the United States, they have both rights (privacy, speech, religion, movement,
thoughtful planning of classroom assembly) and responsibilities (voting, obeying the law, helping in the community). Students should be willing to exercise
instruction. This is a brief written both their rights and responsibilities.]
statement of the purpose for instruction
and the connection of the purpose to Students will become familiar with the north American countries and the carribean.
instruction that has come before and will
follow.
NCSS Theme/Next Do you cross the curriculum? What other content fields (language arts, science, math, the arts, physical education,
Generation Sunshine State technology) do you address in this lesson?
Standards/Common Core NCSS Theme: Time, Continuity, & Change Social studies programs should include experiences that provide for the study of
Standards (LAFS/MAFS) the ways human beings view themselves in and over time, so that the learner can:
List each standard that will be addressed 1. demonstrate an understanding that different people may describe the same event or situation in diverse ways, citing
during the lesson. Cutting and pasting reasons for the differences in views.
from the website is allowed. You must
2. Compare and contrast different stories or accounts about past events, people, places, or situations, identifying how
have a minimum of 3 standards that
represent multiple content areas identified they contribute to our understanding of the past.
in this portion of the lesson plan.
This map project will be displayed for others to see. Therefore, it should be just about as
large as a piece of oak tag poster board. You can use poster board, cardboard, or any
surface youd like to create your countrys map. You can use paint, markers, clay, paper,
or any craft item you have. Your project should be colorful, creative and neat. The more
detail the better!
Forfullcredit,themapofyourinventedcountrymusthaveeachofthefollowing:
o a name (make it catchy and creative) o a compass roseo a map keyo a capital city
Hereisalistoffeaturesyourcountryshouldhave;trytousemostofthem!
o a nearby oceano vegetation (Consider the climate of your invented country! You
wouldnt find palm trees in a cold climate!)
On the attached sheet, answer the questions about the climate of your country and the
resources we may find.
Assessment Be sure to include Pre/Post assessment for your entire unit plan and progress monitoring/ alternative assessment for
How will student learning be assessed? individual, daily lesson plans!
Authentic/Alternative assessments? Unit Pre-Assessment: 20 Question pretest questions taken from
Does your assessment align with your http://www.funtrivia.com/playquiz/quiz299019223ba30.html and KWL
objectives, standards and procedures?
Informal assessment (multiple modes): Describe the CLIMATE of your country. Does the weather stay the same? Does it change from season to
participation rubrics, journal entries, season? Does it change from month to month?
collaborative planning/presentation What are some of the NATURAL RESOURCES found in your country? How do the people of your country
notes
use the NATURAL RESOURCES?
What are the geographical features of your country? Are these features helpful to the people? Are they an
obstacle? Describe them.
You are the leader of your invented country! What are some of the HUMAN RESOURCES you will
contribute to the well-being of your country?
Describe the CULTURAL elements of your country. Do the people celebrate any special holidays? Are there
any particular foods that the people eat? Use detail in your answer.
***Materials that will be used for assessment and examples of completed tasks and projects must be included with the lesson
plan.
Resources/Materials ALL resources including but not limited too; internet sites, professional resources- books, journals (titles and authors),
childrens literature, etc. should be noted here. Citations should be in APA format.
Youtube video
PDF/ pages with project directions, assessment, and rubric on it.
Exceptionalities ESOL; Students with Learning Differences:
What accommodations or modifications
do you make for ESOL, Gifted/Talented ESOL students will see the countries with names on the video, students can work with a partner for the project.
students, Learning/Reading disabilities,
etc.