W540 Computers in the Curriculum

Global Awareness
Title Grades Estimated Time Lesson Author Overview Film History Research Divide & Conquer 11 & 12 Film Literature Elective Session 1 of 10 Double-Blocked Periods over 2 Weeks - PBL Methodology Eric Nentrup Through ePals.com, the class will connect with a class from another country, and together, produce a short lm with international production values. The two classes will work over the course of 2 weeks to develop, write, shoot, and edit a short concept with performances and scenes from both countries. Such initiatives not only connect students for the sheer novelty and jovial value of having distant connections to foreign lands, but also prepare them for the possibility of working with international co-workers in the not too distant future: ...the "wiring of the world" and the digitization of production since 1998 are making it possible for people to do increasing amounts of work anywhere and anytime. (Stewart quoting Friedman, 2010) The methodology for conquering the geographic and cultural divide will be starting with print text via email, but towards the common goal of a NON-print text of producing a short lm. The ability to share motion images is reportedly a way to expedite learning about multicultural differences: Digitally literate people not only represent an idea by selecting modes and tools but also plan how to spatially and temporally juxtapose multimodal texts to best represent ideas. (OBrien & Scharber, 2008) Theory to Practice O'Brien, D., & Scharber, C. (2008, September 01). Digital Literacies Go to School: Potholes and Possibilities. Journal of Adolescent & Adult Literacy, 52(1), 66-68. Retrieved December 14, 2011, from http://www.jstor.org/stable/30139651 Stewart, Vivien. (2010). Chapter 6. In H. H. Jacobs (Author), Curriculum 21: essential education for a changing world (Kindle ed., p. XXXX). Alexandria, VA: Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development.

Eric Nentrup IU W540 Prof. Elizabeth Lawrie

Eric Nentrup IU W540 Prof. Elizabeth Lawrie

Resources and Preparation

Materials and Technology iPads or computers Digital Video Cameras (preferably High Denition, i.e., iPad, iPod Touch, iPhone, Flip, Canon or Nikon DSLRs, most modern point and shoots with a 720p or 1080p video recording function) HDTV or Projector Internet access Apps iMovie Celtx GarageBand Websites Corkboard.me ePals.com Dropbox.com Vimeo.com Celtx.com WunderList.com Preparation (Simplied Overview) Sign up for an account at ePals.com (both you AND your class roster) and nd an age AND TECHNOLOGY matching class in another country (you can choose English-speaking, or crossdiscipline with another foreign language). Work with the teacher to plan out the project well in advance, thinking through all the hurdles of SCHEDULE DIFFERENCES, cultural considerations, and of course, technological issues. Additionally, any academic standards and learning targets will need to be mutually agreed upon, if beyond the scope of those provided in this sample lesson. This step is crucial and will differ from one combination of classrooms to the next. Realize beforehand that the emphasis on this project is on the international collaboration more so than the nished lm, though there may be some surprises. Create Teacher Intros where you and your international team teacher speak directly to each others classes. Pre-sort students from each class into groups of 3. When paired, the combo lm crews will be 6 members a piece. Once all prerequisite pieces are in place, proceed with the lesson rollout.

Standards

COMMON CORE: English Language Arts

CC.11-12.W.10 Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of tasks, purposes. CC.11-12.SL.1 Come to discussions prepared, having read and researched material under study; explicitly draw on that preparation by referring to evidence from texts and other research on the topic or issue to stimulate a thoughtful, well-reasoned exchange of ideas.

ISTE | NETS
1. Creativity and Innovation: Students demonstrate creative thinking, construct knowledge, and develop innovative products and processes using technology. Students: b. create original works as a means of personal or group expression. 2. Communication and Collaboration: Students use digital media and environments to communicate and work collaboratively, including at a distance, to support individual learning and contribute to the learning of others. Students: b. communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences using a variety of media and formats.

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Instructional Plan Learning Targets (In Sequence) I can take notes based on material presented to me visually AND verbally. [NETS 2b] I can write a concise, scripted introduction of myself to a foreign peer following a provided template. [CC.11-12.W.10.b] I can prepare for a performance of material in front of a camera. [CC.11-12.SL.1] I can produce a short, clear, video letter to a group of foreign peers [NETS 1b] I can cite the top 5 lms (both title and director) from our partner country. I can use technology to organize and format my information effectively for my audience [NETS 2b] Session Plan: INTERNATIONAL FILMMAKING PROJECT DO NOW - 3 min.: ENTERING THE CLASSROOM: give students their group assignments and have them sit in their groups as they enter the room. Do you know any international lms? Have you ever visited any other country? Or do you know anyone from another country? Take 3 minutes and write your international experiences down in a few complete sentences. (They can be posted to a class website if available). INTRODUCTION - 5 min.: Review the Do Now responses as a class. Student should volunteer to read their response aloud. SAY: Have you ever thought about working with a class on the other side of the world? For the next 2 weeks we will be working in teams to produce short lms with students from another country. Class, let me introduce you to Mr./Mrs. ________ , a teacher at ________ school in the country of _________. PLAY TEACHER INTRO VIDEO FOR CLASS Using Google Earth on the BIG SCREEN, do a ZOOM from school A to school B. ACTIVITY 1 (GETTING YOUR BEARINGS) - 25 min.: Using your computer, smartphone, or other device conduct some research on this country, and even the city. POST YOUR TEXT AND IMAGE ANSWERS on the Class page at CORKBOARD.ME (Insert your link here) Use the following questions to guide your research: What are the major cities in this nation? Where is the school in relation to these? What is it like there? Race Religion Government Wealth vs. Poverty Climate What major events have happened there? Wars Disasters Accomplishments or Inventions Who is famous from this country and why? What is the lm industry like there (including examples)? Again, post your answers on CORKBOARD.ME (have it on the big screen so they can see their progress) As a class, review the answers on the big screen, nishing with an emphasis on that countrys FILMS. Be ready to ll in if the students struggle with this content area.

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ACTIVITY 2 (PARTNER INTRODUCTIONS) - 55 minutes Go to ePals.com and login with the provided information Here, you will meet your Partner Crew in the other country. For this activity, you will take time to write and record and introduction, much like you saw at the beginning of class. You must write and edit a script featuring all 3 members. Here is a template to follow: Name, age, class, family Favorites: Food, Sports, Hobbies, Other Interests Favorite Films: Titles, Directors, Actors 2 things about their home country you found interesting (from your research in Act. 1) 1 thing you look forward to about this project working with international partners When you reach the checkpoint of a nished script, and your teacher has signed off on it, you are free to shoot your introduction with your camera. Using cue cards, each member of your team should work to get a clean take. Edit together your takes into ONE video, and upload to Vimeo.com When done, write a very short introductory email, along with your video link to your partner group through ePals.com Instructional Plan Conclusion: Exit Ticket: Upload the video and email your partners. Contd Homework: Continuing from your research of the top 5 lms UDL Considerations Assessment Assess early and often to monitor progress Use exible grouping Highlight Critical Features Todays assessment will be the nished group introduction video script, featuring sections from each individual.