Lesson Planning Waynesburg University Writing the lesson plan: Translating thoughts into a plan of action _____________________________________________

Pennsylvania Academic Standard(s) addressed during this lesson: (Provide Standard number and statement) 1.6.2.B: Use appropriate volume, clarity and gestures in individual or groups situations. Deliver an oral report on an assigned topic. 1.9.2.A: Use media and technology resources for directed and independent learning activities 1.5.2.F: Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing

Spell common, frequently used words correctly Use capital letters correctly Punctuate correctly Use correct grammar and sentence formation

Lesson Objective(s) (Stated in observable and measurable terms) The students will be able to create a photostory in which they include pictures of themselves, others, or clip art that shows from their favorite season. Students will be able to add sound to their photostory as they describe the pictures and why that specific season is their favorite. Assessment Plan (What will be done to determine if lesson objectives have been met?) The students will be assessed on their ability to follow a rubric when it comes to creating their photostory. Students will be provided with a rubric prior to the start of this project and they will be require to follow it. Materials: -computers (Computer Lab) -photos -teachers example -headphones -previous lessons (for teacher) -microphone -scanner -handouts including instructions on how to use photostory Inclusion Techniques for Students with Special Needs: Allow a buddy to work with students with special needs provide assistance and feedback when necessary. Allow a buddy to speak for the student if they are non-verbal or uncomfortable talking into a microphone. Enrichment Techniques: Gifted students will be required to include additional slides as well voice and music.

Lesson Differentiation (What modifications/accommodations will be made to ensure that ALL students have access to and are able to participate in the lesson): -Assistance for those students who may have fine motor issues and are unable to use a keyboard properly -Additional time for students who require it -Providing several examples for students

Lesson Presentation
Introduction/Motivational Activities/Anticipatory Set: The teacher will begin by accessing students prior knowledge of the four seasons (i.e. what they are, when they occur etc.) As a class they will discuss the four seasons and what they learned the day before. The teacher will then show students the photostory example she created. Once students have seen her photostory, she will explain to students that they will be creating their own photostory showcasing their favorite season. Detailed Teaching Sequence: (Provide sufficient detail that would enable a substitute to effectively present this lesson. Bulleted statements are preferred) The teacher will first begin by explaining the project in detail to the students. She will inform them that they are to use pictures from home (paper already sent home informing parents of project and asking for pictures to be sent in) to help create a photostory that shows them in their favorite season (i.e. beach, baseball, football, sled riding, Christmas etc.). The teacher will then go through a step by step process of how to use photostory. Each step will be broken down for students so that is it easy to remember. Students will also be provided with a handout which reiterates the instructions. The teacher will go through how she made hers and the steps she took to create it. Students will have the chance to practice with photostory and play around with the software to help them get a feel for it. The teacher will then go over the appropriate use of the computer once more before they begin their project. Once students are completely aware of what needs to be done, they are free to get started. Guided Practice/Independent Practice/Assessment Activities Students will have the opportunity to begin work on their independent photostory. They will make a storyboard of sorts in which they will have to draw an example of what pictures they are including as well as the text they are including on the slides (if any). Once this portion has been checked and OKed by the teacher, the student is able to start working on their photostory using the program on the computer. The teacher will continuously walk around monitoring students progress and providing assistance when needed. The teacher has already scanned pictures that students have brought in and uploaded them to their folder on the computer. Closure: With about five minutes left in class the teacher will stop students and tell them to save their work. It is at this time the teacher will do a short review of the four seasons and what they are as well as the photostory project. Any questions or concerns will be addressed at this time. The teacher will inform students of what will be going on the remainder of the week in terms of the progress of the project as well as the rest of the unit.