Lesson Plan | Lesson Plan Iteratif Teachy | Earth Study
Keywords | Earth Study, Continents, Oceans, Spherical shape, Digital Methodology, Social media, Active learning, Geography, Online research, Digital tools, Kahoot, Quizizz, Google My Maps, Collaborative maps, Social media campaigns, Engagement, Digital exploration, Practical learning, Technology in education, Collaborative feedback |
Resources | Mobile devices or tablets, Internet connection, Kahoot or Quizizz accounts, Google My Maps access, Computers (if necessary), Projector or Smart TV (if available), Papers and pens for notes, Multimedia resources (GIFs, stickers, social media filters), Fictional social media accounts for creating posts |
Codes | - |
Grade | 6th grade |
Discipline | Sciences |
Goal
Duration: 10 - 15 minutes
The aim of this stage is to outline what will be covered during the lesson and to guide students' attention to the key learning points. This section seeks to ensure both students and the teacher are prepared for a structured lesson, making certain everyone is aware of the learning objectives and the pathway we will follow to reach them.
Goal Utama:
1. Identify and name the continents and oceans that make up the Earth.
2. Explain why the Earth has a spherical shape, using suitable scientific principles.
Goal Sekunder:
- Introduce students to digital tools and online resources for exploring the Earth's study.
Introduction
Duration: 10 - 15 minutes
The aim of this stage is to create clarity about what will be discussed in the lesson and to direct students' focus toward the essential points that need to be grasped. This section prepares both students and the teacher for an organised and effective lesson, ensuring alignment on the objectives and the way ahead.
Warming Up
To kick off the lesson, the teacher should briefly mention how intriguing our planet is, comprised of different continents and oceans. It's essential to grasp the spherical nature of the Earth and how it's divided, as this understanding enriches our place in the universe. Afterwards, students should use their mobile devices to uncover an interesting fact about the Earth related to its continents, oceans, or shape, and each one will share their find with the class.
Initial Thoughts
1. What are the continents of the Earth?
2. How many oceans are there, and what are they called?
3. Why is the Earth round?
4. Why is it important to understand how the Earth is divided into continents and oceans?
5. How do technological advancements aid our understanding of the planet?
Development
Duration: 70 - 75 minutes
The purpose of this stage is to allow students to put into practice their knowledge about the Earth in a collaborative manner. By employing digital tools and online resources, they engage in a fun and contextualized way, facilitating deeper and more meaningful learning through problem-solving and content creation.
Activity Suggestions
Activity Recommendations
Activity 1 - Continental Influencer Mission π
> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes
- Goal: To actively explore the continents, fostering research and creativity skills while incorporating modern digital tools.
- Deskripsi Activity: Students will become digital influencers focusing on geography! Each group will create a social media campaign to advocate for a specific continent, employing videos, images, and informative posts. The goal is to get fellow students excited about their continent in a fun and engaging manner.
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Divide the students into groups of up to 5.
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Each group should select a continent to promote.
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Using their phones, students will research interesting facts about their chosen continent, including culture, geography, tourist attractions, and curiosities.
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Students will create a series of social media posts (like on Instagram or Twitter) that must include at least: 2 short videos, 3 images with descriptions, and 5 stories.
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Encourage creativity by using trending hashtags and incorporating multimedia like GIFs, stickers, and filters.
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The teacher should allocate 15 minutes at the end of the session for each group to present their campaign.
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Finally, students will vote for the most creative and engaging campaign.
Activity 2 - Interactive Quiz - Ocean Challenge π
> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes
- Goal: To encourage cooperative and competitive learning by utilising digital technologies to deepen knowledge about the oceans.
- Deskripsi Activity: In this activity, students will craft an interactive quiz using platforms like Kahoot or Quizizz. Working in groups, they will create questions and answers about the Earthβs oceans. Then, everyone will play the quizzes made by their peers, ensuring a fun and friendly competition.
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Divide students into groups of up to 5.
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Each group must develop a quiz containing 10 questions about the oceans using platforms like Kahoot or Quizizz.
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Questions can range from multiple choice to true or false and open-ended.
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Once quizzes are ready, groups will share their links with the other teams.
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Each group will play a quiz made by a peer group, competing for the highest points.
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While the activity plays out, the teacher should oversee progress and offer technical help where necessary.
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At the end, results will be compared, with discussions on the most challenging questions and any interesting findings.
Activity 3 - Collaborative Digital Map πΊοΈ
> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes
- Goal: To foster teamwork and utilize digital tools to create an enlightening resource rich in insights about the continents.
- Deskripsi Activity: Students will work together to create a collaborative digital map using Google My Maps. Each group will be designated a continent and tasked with adding markers that highlight significant features such as primary cities, tourist attractions, landscapes, and bodies of water.
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Split students into groups of up to 5.
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Each group will be responsible for a specific continent.
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Using Google My Maps, they will add markers that detail: major cities, tourist sites, landscapes, and bodies of water.
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Every marker must contain a brief description, images, and links to pertinent videos or documents.
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Students need to use phones or computers to research and add data to their map.
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At the end of the task, each group will make a short presentation about their map, sharing the most fascinating facts they discovered.
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After all presentations, the digital map can be shared with the entire class for reference and study.
Feedback
Duration: 20 - 25 minutes
This stage aims to encourage reflection on the learning experience, strengthen collaborative spirit, and create a safe space for constructive feedback. It provides an opportunity for students to critically consolidate their knowledge while honing vital teamwork and communication skills.
Group Discussion
Lead a group discussion where students can share their learnings from the activities and insights gained. Start by thanking everyone for their contributions and invite each group to appoint a spokesperson to share: What was the biggest hurdle encountered? What surprising discovery or piece of information about the continent or ocean astonished you? How did digital tools assist in the learning experience? Encourage students to provide suggestions for enhancements to future activities.
Reflections
1. How did these activities improve your understanding of the division of the Earth into continents and oceans? 2. In what ways did the application of digital technology support or hinder your learning? 3. What skills beyond geographic knowledge do you think were nurtured during the lesson?
Feedback 360ΒΊ
Guide students to engage in 360Β° feedback, where every member receives constructive and respectful feedback from their peers. Encourage them to focus on three areas: strengths in their contributions, suggestions for improvement, and something new they learned from a peer. Reinforce the importance of kindness and respect throughout this process, ensuring everyone takes feedback positively.
Conclusion
Duration: (10 - 15 minutes)
π― Purpose of the Conclusion π―
The intention of this stage is to solidify learning in a relaxed and relevant manner, making connections between the content covered and the real world. It aims to underline the importance of what we've studied, reflecting on its practical implications in our lives, and bringing meaningful closure to the lesson. π
Summary
π Fun Summary: An Adventure through Planet Earth! π
Today, we embarked on an exciting journey! We explored continents as digital influencers and dove into oceans via interactive quizzes. We learned why the Earth is perfectly round and constructed digital maps worthy of any big screen! Blending science with the marvels of the digital realm is truly magical!π
World
π Connecting to Our World π
We exist in a time where social media and technology define our understanding of the world. We explored Earth as if we were navigating our Instagram and TikTok feeds, making learning as engaging as our favourite platforms! Recognizing the continents and oceans ties together stories from diverse cultures and ecosystems, extending far beyond viral trends. ππ±
Applications
πΊοΈ Importance in Daily Life πΊοΈ
Understanding continents and oceans is vital! It allows us to comprehend news about climate change, geographical specifics in strategy games, or to even plan future travels! Geographic knowledge influences our decisions daily, from simple choices to complex challenges like conserving our planet. πβοΈ