Saturday, 26 March 2016

ASSURE Multimedia Lesson Plan

ASSURE Model Instructional Plan

Teacher: Ms. Jesseca A. Valencia
Grade Level: 6th grade
Lesson Length: 80 minutes (Block Schedule)
Lesson Title: Breakfast Cereals and their Nutritional Value  

ANALYZE LEARNERS 

Learners General Characteristics:
The lesson is designed for 6th grade middle school students. This in-class assignment and activity is to be completed by a total of 25 students: 13 female students and 12 male students. The age of these students ranges from 11 to 12 years old. Academic abilities and learning styles vary amongst students. Students in this class do not know how to read and understand a Nutritional Value Label, as well as how to create charts, such as bar graphs and pie charts, using Google Docs.

Entry Characteristics:
The students in this class are competent in browsing through the World Wide Web. They are proficient in using e-mail (G-mail) as a means of communication and navigating through Google. Also, they are familiar with some functions Google has to offer on Google Drive, such as Google Docs and Google Slides. Additionally, students have experience in safely browsing through videos on YouTube due to the Children’s Internet Protection Act established in all of Guam’s public schools. Students in this class will be learning for the first time how to input data to construct a bar graph using Google Sheets.

Learning Styles:
Although learning styles in this class vary, the estimated percentages of learning styles in this class comprise of 30% visual learners, 20% verbal learners, 20% kinesthetic learners, and 30% logical/mathematical learners.

STATE STANDARDS AND OBJECTIVES 

This lesson is designed to meet Common Core Standards for both English Language Arts/Literacy and Mathematics. The objectives of this lesson plan are incorporated with the following Common Core Standards listed below: 

Objective 1: Students will be taught how to identify the fat, sugar, and sodium on a Nutritional Value Label. 

Integrate information presented in different media or formats (e.g., visually,
quantitatively) as well as in words to develop a coherent understanding of a topic or issue.

            CSS.ELA-LITERACY.RST.6-8.4
            Determine the meaning of symbols, key terms, and other domain-specific words
and phrases as they are used in a specific scientific or technical context relevant to
grades 6-8 texts and topics.

Objective 2: Students will choose 3 brands of cereal.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.6.1
Cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.

Objective 3: Students will analyze the fat, sugar, and sodium of each breakfast cereal based on their Nutritional Value Label.

CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.6.SP.B.5
Summarize numerical data sets in relation to their context

            Objective 4: Students will have an overview about bar graphs.

CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.6.SP.A.2
Understand that a set of data collected to answer a statistical question has a distribution which can be described by its center, spread, and overall shape.
           
Objective 5: Students will input the amount of fat, sugar, and sodium from the 3 brands of breakfast cereal in bar graphs using Google Sheets.

CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.6.SP.B.5.A
Reporting the number of observations.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RST.6-8.7
Integrate quantitative or technical information expressed in words in a text with a version of that information expressed visually (e.g., in a flowchart, diagram, model, graph, or table).

Objective 6: After collecting data and inputting the data into a bar graph, students will examine which cereal has the highest and lowest fat, sugar, and sodium content.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RST.6-8.8
Distinguish among facts, reasoned judgment based on research findings, and speculation in a text.

Objective 7: Students will be able to differentiate what breakfast cereal brand is healthy and unhealthy by the amount of fat, sugar, and sodium each breakfast cereal contains. 
           
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RST.6-8.9
Compare and contrast the information gained from experiments, simulations, video, or multimedia sources with that gained from reading a text on the same topic.

Objective 8: At the end of this activity, students will demonstrate in front of the entire class their bar graphs and the results of their findings about their 3 chosen breakfast cereals.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RST.6-8.9
Compare and contrast the information gained from experiments, simulations, video, or multimedia sources with that gained from reading a text on the same topic.

SELECT METHODS, MEDIA AND MATERIALS 

Method(s): This in-class assignment and activity takes a student-centered approach to learning, where inquiry-based learning is the focus.

Materials:
§  Laptops (Mobile Cart) for each student and teacher
§  Internet Access
§  Multifunction Printer
§  Projector
§  Paper Handouts
-               Example of Nutrition Value Label
§  Images of different Breakfast Cereals, each with a Nutrition Value Label

Media:
§  YouTube Videos:
-       How to Read a Nutrition Facts Label: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zt_ko5QvGRc
-       How to Create a Bar Graph in Google Docs: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=713apMgym-w
§  Review of Bar Graphs Website:
§  Images of different Breakfast Cereals, each with a corresponding Nutrition Value Label

 UTLIZE MEDIA AND MATERIALS 

Prepare the materials:
A mobile cart, containing 30 laptops, and a projector will be issued to the teacher. Each laptop will be fully charged with Internet access available and appropriate plug-ins (needed for watching videos on YouTube), such as Adobe Flash Player, installed. An example of a Nutritional Value Label will be printed for each student. The projector will be set up in front the classroom, presenting several slides that will display the instructions of the assignment and activity, and the video demonstrations.

Prepare the environment:
The desks in the classroom will be arranged in a big “U” formation, where students will be able to see their classmates and peers in all directions, but at the same time, have a clear visual to the projector screen. Laptops will be placed on each desk.

Prepare the learner:
Students will be informed about this assignment and activity 2 days prior to the lesson. Students will be advised to look back at what they have learned about bar graphs in previous years. On the day of this assignment and activity, students will be given handouts of what a Nutritional Value Label looks like. They will also be asked to go on a website, where they can learn and/or review about bar graphs.

Methods:
Student-Centered and Inquiry-Based Learning
In student-centered and inquiry-based learning, students learn hands-on. They play an active and participating role in their own learning process, while the teacher offers guidance and assistance for students throughout the learning process.  

Materials:
§  Laptops
Students will be able to use the laptops to access their Google accounts, in which they will be using Google Docs to input data to create a bar graph for this assignment and activity. The laptops will also be useful when students need to browse through websites for additional information and/or assistance. Likewise, the teacher will need a laptop to present the lesson. 

§  Internet Access
Internet access is imperative in this lesson. Internet access allows students to gain access to several technology tools, such as Google Docs, as well as for navigating through the World Wide Web.

§  Multifunction Printer
A printer will be used later in the lesson to print out the students’ bar graphs.

§  Projector
A projector will be used to help the teacher demonstrate the lesson to students – presenting instructions, examples, videos, etc.

§  Paper Handouts
An example of what a Nutritional Value Label looks like will be distributed to students in paper handouts.

§  Images of different Breakfast Cereals
The teacher will provide printed images of varying breakfast cereals. Each breakfast cereal image will come a Nutritional Value Label. Students will be able to choose 3 different breakfast cereals for this assignment and activity.

Media:
§  YouTube videos:
-             - How to Read a Nutrition Facts Label: In this short video, students will learn about the          
           components of a Nutritional Value Label. This video will teach students how to properly read a            Nutritional Value Label and identify the fat, sugar and sodium contents not only in the breakfast        cereals in this lesson, but in other food items as well.
-             How to Create a Bar Graph in Google Docs: This video will show students a brief tutorial on 
           how to create bar graphs using Google Sheets.
§  Review of Bar Graphs Website: Students will use this website as a general review about bar graphs. This website will provide a refresher for students about the elements and usefulness of a bar graph. 
§  Images of Breakfast Cereals: Students will use these images of varying breakfast cereals with their corresponding Nutritional Value Label to complete the assignment of this lesson by being able to identify the fat, sugar, and sodium of each cereal and creating a bar graph of the results.

REQUIRE LEARNER PARTICIPATION 

It is essential that all students participate in this lesson. As the teacher presents the lesson through various slides on the projector, he or she will ask students if they have any questions after each slide. Also, the teacher will randomly call upon students to answer a question about a certain slide. After the individual presentations at the end of the lesson, students are encouraged to ask questions or comment on the presenter’s demonstration. 

Detailed Summary of Lesson Plan
Duration of Lesson
Objective of Lesson
Comments/Notes
5 minutes
Students will settle into their desks and laptops

5 minutes
Introduction of Lesson – Purpose, Significance, Relatedness

5 minutes
Students will watch a video about reading a Nutritional Value Label
Students may take notes while watching the video and/or ask questions after the video
1 minute
Teacher will pass out handouts of an example of a Nutritional Value Label

2 minutes
Students will choose 3 brands of breakfast cereals located on top of the teacher’s desk

10 minutes
Students will analyze the fat, sugar, and sodium content of each cereal based on their Nutritional Facts Label

5 minutes
Students will turn on their laptops and go to a website to review about bar graphs
Students may take notes and ask questions
3 minutes
Students will watch a video about how to create a bar graph using Google Sheets
Students may take notes while watching the video and/or ask questions after the video
2 minutes
Students will sign into their Google accounts and go to Google Sheets to get started on their bar graphs

8 minutes 
Students will input the amount of fat, sugar, and sodium from the 3 brands of cereal in bar graphs using Google Sheets

3 minutes
Students will take the time to examine the results their bar graphs display about their 3 chosen cereals
Students can take notes on the differing levels each breakfast cereal demonstrates on their bar graph
3 minutes
Students will be able to differentiate what cereal brand is healthy and unhealthy in terms of the amount of fat, sugar, and sodium.

23 minutes
Students will demonstrate in front of the entire class their bar graphs and the results of their findings about their 3 chosen breakfast cereals.
Students are encouraged to ask questions and/or comment on their classmate’s presentation
5 minutes
Closing of Lesson – Summary of Lesson, Re-state Purpose and Significance

TOTAL: 80 minutes


EVALUATE AND REVISE 


Student Performance:
§  Students will be evaluated based on how well they understood the lesson and how efficiently he or she worked to complete the lesson
§  Student presentations and bar graphs will be graded according to the rubric exhibited below

Media Effectiveness:
§  Were the videos shown in this lesson clear and easy to understand?
§  Were the students interested and engaged when the videos were shown?
§  Was the website containing a review about bar graphs stimulating for students? 
§  Was navigating through Google Sheets difficult or easy for students?
§  Were the images of the breakfast cereals and their Nutritional Value Label clear and easy to read?

Instructor Performance:
§  Was planning a major factor in this lesson?
§  Did this lesson run smoothly?
§  Did students show interest to this lesson?
§  Were the objectives of this lesson met?
§  Were there any setbacks? If so, what are some improvements? 


Rubric for Breakfast Cereals & their Nutritional Value Label Bar Graph
Points
1 – Needs Improvement
2 – Fair
3 – Good
4 – Excellent
Precision of Bars 
Bars did not follow data
Bars followed data collected, but were improperly placed 
Bars followed data collected, but showed discrepancies
Bars were properly placed according to the data collected and were distributed correctly
Title
No title is present
The title is located at the top of the bar graph
An title is displayed on top of the bar graph, but is too long and informative 
A short and simple title in accordance to the information on the bar graph is displayed on top of the bar graph
Labels
No labels are presented
Labels are present, but scattered
Labels  are described the information presented, but not clear and accurate
Labels are clear and accurately displayed in the appropriate data set
Organization
Graph looks scattered and disorganized 
A little organized, but some items missing  
Mostly neat, but no quite organized
Neat and organized

Rubric for Breakfast Cereals & their Nutritional Value Label Presentation
Points
1 – Needs Improvement
2 – Fair
3 – Good
4 – Excellent
Eye Contact
Students reads of report and maintains no eye contact
Student occasionally uses eye contact, but still reads most off report
Student maintains eye contact most of the time, but frequently returns to notes
Student maintains eye contact with audience, seldom returning to notes 
Questions
Student cannot answer questions about the subject
Student is able to answer questions without explanation
Student is at ease with answers to most questions, but fails to elaborate
Student answers all class questions with explanations and elaborations
Subject of Knowledge
The student does not grasp the information collected. Many statements are incorrect and unsupported
Student is uncomfortable with information, leaves out important details and/or presents inaccurate information
Student is at ease with topic and presents accurate information
Student demonstrates full grasp of the topic, presenting complete and accurate information
Delivery
Student mumbles and speaks too quietly for students in the back of the class to hear
Student’s voice is low. Audience members have difficulty hearing presentation
Student’s voice is clear. Most audience members can hear presentation
Student uses a clear voice, so that all audience members can her presentation 
Enthusiasm
Student shows no interest in topic presented; Fails to increase audience understanding of knowledge of topic
Student shows little or mixed feelings about the topic; Raised audience understanding and knowledge of some points
Student shows some enthusiastic feelings about topic; Raises audience understanding and awareness of most points
Student demonstrates enthusiasm about topic; Significantly increases audience understanding and knowledge of topic; Convinces an audience to recognize the validity and importance of the subject


1 comment:

  1. Hi:
    Tables pasted within BLOGGER are not always manageable; but, you seemed to have managed nicely.
    -j-

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