Lesson Plan | Active Learning | Audiovisual Recording

Assumptions: This Active Lesson Plan assumes: a 100-minute class, prior student study with both the Book and the start of Project development, and that only one activity (among the three suggested) will be chosen to be conducted during the class, as each activity is designed to take up a significant portion of the available time.

Objectives

Duration: (5 - 10 minutes)

The objectives stage serves to clearly establish the learning goals of the lesson, ensuring that both the teacher and the students are aligned with what will be covered and what is expected to be achieved. This section guides the lesson so that students can not only understand the theory behind audiovisual records but also apply that knowledge in practical and creative ways.

Main Objectives:

1. Empower students to recognize the importance and necessity of audiovisual records in everyday life.

2. Explore and apply different forms of musical and visual records, promoting creativity and artistic expression.

Side Objectives:

1. Develop students' observation and critique skills when analyzing different types of records.

Introduction

Duration: (15 - 20 minutes)

The Introduction stage in the lesson plan is designed to engage students, using problem situations that make them think critically about how to apply prior knowledge in practical situations. Additionally, the contextualization aims to connect the content with the real world, showing the relevance of audiovisual records in various spheres of daily and professional life, thereby increasing interest and the perception of the topic's utility.

Problem-Based Situations

1. Imagine you are an explorer on a mission in an unknown place. How would you document your discoveries using audiovisual records so that they could be shared with the world?

2. Think of a situation where a group of friends is organizing a small talent show. What types of audiovisual records could be used to capture and enhance the audience's experience? Discuss the different possibilities.

Contextualization

Audiovisual records are an essential tool in communication and preservation of information. From photographs that capture historical moments to videos documenting scientific discoveries, these records have a significant impact on how we understand the world around us. Moreover, in the digital age, we are all, in a way, 'producers' of audiovisual content, whether sharing stories on social media or creating videos for school projects.

Development

Duration: (70 - 75 minutes)

The Development stage is designed for students to practically and creatively apply the concepts of audiovisual records they previously studied. Through playful and collaborative activities, students will have the opportunity to explore different forms of artistic expression and develop technical skills in filming and video editing, as well as promoting teamwork and creativity. Each proposed activity aims to solidify the theoretical understanding behind audiovisual records in an engaging and contextualized manner.

Activity Suggestions

It is recommended to carry out only one of the suggested activities

Activity 1 - Young Filmmakers: Creating a Short Film

> Duration: (60 - 70 minutes)

- Objective: Develop visual storytelling and video editing skills, promoting creativity and collaboration among students.

- Description: Students will be divided into groups of up to 5 people, and each group will create a short film of up to 5 minutes. They will need to plan, film, and edit the short using available or simulated electronic devices in the classroom.

- Instructions:

• Divide the class into groups of up to 5 students.

• Each group will choose or create a short story to be turned into a short film.

• Students will need to plan the filming, deciding on the cast, the settings, and the dialogues.

• Using available electronic devices, students will film their short film.

• After filming, each group will edit the video, adding sound effects and subtitles, if desired.

• Finally, each group will present their short film to the class.

Activity 2 - Musicians in Action: Creating a Music Video

> Duration: (60 - 70 minutes)

- Objective: Explore the intersection between music and video, promoting artistic expression and teamwork.

- Description: In this activity, students will form imaginary bands and create a music video for a song of their choice. They will be responsible for the entire process, from choosing the song to the final editing of the video.

- Instructions:

• Form bands of up to 5 students, where each band chooses a song to create a music video.

• Students must plan the visual concept of the music video, including settings, costumes, and choreography.

• Use available electronic devices to film the band's performance.

• Edit the video, adding visual effects and adjusting the audio if necessary.

• Present the music video to the class, explaining the concept behind its creation.

Activity 3 - History Detectives: Creating a Documentary

> Duration: (60 - 70 minutes)

- Objective: Develop research, interviewing, and video editing skills, stimulating students' interest in history and culture.

- Description: Students, in groups, will choose a historical or cultural topic to research and transform into a short documentary. They will use interview techniques and video editing to tell the chosen story.

- Instructions:

• Divide students into groups of up to 5 people.

• Each group chooses a historical or cultural topic to explore and document.

• Students conduct research on the topic, preparing interviews and collecting related images.

• Use cameras to record the interviews and other relevant scenes for the documentary.

• Edit the recorded material to create a cohesive and informative documentary.

• Present the documentary to the class, discussing the choices made during the creation process.

Feedback

Duration: (10 - 15 minutes)

The purpose of this stage is to consolidate learning, allowing students to verbalize their experiences and thoughts about the creation process of audiovisual records. The group discussion helps to develop communication skills and deepen the understanding of the explored concepts, in addition to providing the opportunity to receive feedback from peers and the teacher.

Group Discussion

To start the group discussion, the teacher should ask each group to share how their audiovisual project creation process went. The following guiding questions can be used: 'What were the biggest challenges your group faced? How did you solve those problems? What did you enjoy most about the creation process?' This stage is crucial for students to articulate what they've learned and reflect on the impact of their work.

Key Questions

1. What is the importance of audiovisual records in everyday life and modern communication?

2. How can creativity and collaboration influence the quality of an audiovisual project?

3. In what ways can the projects created today be applied in real situations?

Conclusion

Duration: (5 - 10 minutes)

The purpose of the Conclusion stage is to consolidate learning, ensuring that students have clarity regarding what they have learned and how to apply that knowledge. Additionally, it aims to reinforce the importance of audiovisual records in everyday life and education, stimulating students to continue exploring and developing their audiovisual skills.

Summary

In the conclusion, all students should gather for a brief recap of the main points covered during the lesson. The teacher should summarize the concepts of audiovisual records, highlighting the various forms of artistic expression and communication that were explored through practical activities such as creating short films, music videos, and documentaries.

Theory Connection

Explain how today's lesson connected theory with practice. Highlight how the students were able to apply their prior knowledge about audiovisual records in real and simulated situations, and how this reinforces learning by putting into practice what was studied. Emphasize that theory was essential to guide the practices, ensuring that students could experience and understand the concepts more deeply.

Closing

Conclude the lesson by reinforcing the importance of audiovisual records in daily life, both for educational and professional purposes. Highlight how these skills are useful in various fields, from entertainment to documenting important events, and how students can continue to explore and develop their skills in this area.