Mexican Culture Lesson Plan

Name: Zachary Roland

Cooperating Teacher: Teresa Toplak
Subject & Grade Level: Latin American History
Lesson Topic: Mexican Culture
Date: 02/14/2024 Estimated Time: 60-90 Minutes

1. Standards
SS.9-12.WH.16. Describe the factors that shape group, national, or individual identity,
including but not limited to: institutions, religion, language, social class, geography, culture, and
society.
2. Teaching Model
Direct Instruction and Project-Based Learning
3. Objective(s)
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to Summarize material on an aspect of
Mexican culture.
4. Materials/Resources
-Chromebook
-Presentation
-Guided Notes
-Project Guidlines
5. Instructional Procedures
a. Introduction
-Begin by discussing the importance of understanding personal finances and how career
choices impact financial well-being.
b. Activities or Learning Experiences
Direct Instruction (20-25 minutes)
 Present a lecture on various aspects of Mexican culture, including traditions, customs,
food, music, and art. Use multimedia resources to enhance understanding.
Project-Based Learning (30-40 minutes)
 Divide students into groups and assign each group a specific aspect of Mexican culture to
research and present.
 Provide guidelines for the project, including presentation format, research requirements,
and evaluation criteria.
 c. Closure
Facilitate a class discussion where each group presents their findings on their assigned
aspect of Mexican culture.
 Summarize key points and encourage reflection on the significance of culture in shaping
identity.
d. Extension/ Contingency Plan
  Provide additional resources or support for students who need extra assistance with
research or presentation skills.
 Adjust the complexity of the project or provide alternative assignments for students with
specific needs.
6. Accommodations/Modifications
 Implement IEP and 504 modifications as needed.
 Provide additional support or time for students with specific needs.
7. Assessment/Evaluation of Learning
 Assess student understanding through their participation in the group project and their
ability to summarize material on Mexican culture.
 Use a rubric to evaluate the quality of group presentations and individual contributions

8. Homework Assignment
Assign students to reflect on what they learned about Mexican culture and its significance in
shaping national identity. They can write a short essay or create a visual representation of their
reflections.

9. Post-Lesson Reflection
I thought the lesson was very successful, I had good participation when it came to asking the
students questions. I got a good number of the guided notes turned in, and the students ended up
getting a good jump on the project. They got an additional work day on Friday, with it being due
at the start of the next class on Wednesday.