L6+Fritschy+Rachel

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, HEALTH AND REHABILITATION LESSON PLAN FORMAT**
 * UNIVERSITY OF MAINE AT FARMINGTON


 * Teacher’s Name:** Ms. Fritschy **Date of Lesson:**
 * Grade Level:** 6-8 **Topic:** Science

__**Objectives**__

 * Student will understand that there are many different kinds of objects in the solar system including planets, the sun, moons, asteroids, and comets .**
 * Student will know key factual information such as the order of the planets and their composition due to their location.**
 * Student will be able to describe the different kinds of objects in the solar system including planets, sun, moons, asteroids, and comets.**

__**Maine Learning Results Alignment**__
Maine Learning Results: Science and Technology D. Physical Setting D1. Universe and Solar System Grades 6-8 Students explain the movements and describe the location, composition, and characteristics of our solar system and universe, including planets, the sun, and galaxies. a. Describe the different kinds of objects in the solar system including planets, sun, moons, asteroids, and comets.


 * Rationale:** Through this lesson, students will learn a lot of information about a particular planet through a WebQuest. They will learn about that planet's composition, location, and other characteristics that distinguishes it from the rest.

__**Assessment**__
Students will be mainly working on a WebQuest about the individual planets for this lesson. While students are in the process of working on the WebQuest, they will be given and Idea Wheel graphic organizer to start organizing their thoughts. The purpose of the organizer is to allow students to start grouping their ideas together and planning what they are going to create for the project. Students will be using the Think-Pair-Share activity to exchange ideas for the WebQuest along with get helpful ideas from their classmates. The teacher will encourage that students look back at the ComicLife projects from a previous lesson. Students will not be allowed to use the same planet that they used for the ComicLife because it is important for the student's to expand their knowledge of our solar system. Using Google Earth, students will have the opportunity to use the "sky" option. In this view, students can explore the whole solar system and any planet in particular. The majority of class time will be dedicated to working on the WebQuest.
 * Formative (Assessment for Learning)**

For the final assessment, students will be given the URL to a WebQuest that they will be required to complete. The WebQuest will require students to research a particular planet for the Epcot exhibit at Disney World. The WebQuest will be modified because it's original version will require too much of the students for just one lesson. The WebQuest that students will be required to complete at the end of the Unit will be much more demanding and will have high expectations. The students will be graded using a rubric. When the teacher explains the assignment, the expectations listed on the rubrics will be explained so that the students know exactly what is expected of them.
 * Summative (Assessment of Learning)**

__**Integration**__
Technology: Students will be interacting with their laptops and the internet many times during this lesson. The main assessment for this lesson is a WebQuest that can be found online. The students will be working with this WebQuest and the different online resources that are offered. Google Earth will be used at one point in the class so the students can explore the capabilities of Google Earth as well as the features it has. On this program, students can explore the entire solar system and even look at the planets individually. Google Earth also offers some helpful links that the students could use. English: Students will be doing a lot of writing throughout this project because they will be encouraged to write drafts and brainstorm many ideas. Their final projects will require that the do a lot of writing, researching, and reading. Art: Students will be harnessing their inner artist with this project. Creativity will be a large part of the final product for this lesson.

__Groupings__
In the beginning of class, students will introduced to the WebQuest that they will be completing for this lesson. The WebQuest is mainly about certain planets in particular. In a past lesson, students were required to make a ComicLife focusing around one planet in particular. For this WebQuest, they will have to research a three planets in groups of three. Because the students did extensive research previously on a particular planet, they will have the choice of keeping the same planet from before to study about or picking a new one. Also, the students will have the chance to choose their groups of three. The only catch is that each person in the group must have a different planet in mind. For the Think-Pair-Share, students will be paired up using the number method. The teacher will have the students count off and then pair up with the classmate that has the same number. This method will mix up the students well and prevent inattention.

__**Differentiated Instruction**__

 * Strategies**


 * Logical:** In Google Earth, students will be able to view the exact real time location and scaled size of all the planets in our solar system as well as moons, constellations, and many other aspects. Google Earth gives students the ability to physically measure the diameter of any object in the solar system they want.
 * Visual:** The students final products will be visually displayed all around the classroom for everyone to explore and check out. The classroom will basically turn into the solar system.
 * Naturalist:** Using Google Earth, students will literally be able to fly through space to explore our solar system and the planets in it.
 * Intrapersonal:** For the WebQuest, students will be working in groups but also alone to write individual reports about the same planet they were assigned for their previous ComicLife.
 * Interpersonal:** Students will be working in groups of three to prepare a model of the exhibit described in the WebQuest.
 * Musical:** Students are making projects for the prestigous Disney World so it is encouraged to add creative elements such as epic music.

//**I will review student’s IEP, 504 or ELLIDEP and make appropriate modifications and accommodations.**//
 * Modifications/Accommodations**

If a student absolutely must be absent, it is their responsibility to communicate with me or a fellow classmate about the work you missed and complete it before next class. If an assignment was due the day she or he was absent then it is the students responsibility to get the assignment to me first thing the next day that student is in class. Contact me as soon as possible if an issue arises that prevents you from getting an assignment in on time.

In this lesson, students will be learning much more about WebQuests. WebQuests are an amazing tool for students and teachers alike because they allow for great interaction with the ever growing internet as well as with amazing web tools. Students might be confused at first but they will soon pick up on the simplicity of WebQuests. They are an awesome way to present projects in a way other than the traditional. Aside from using this WebQuest, students will be asked to reflect in their blogs once again. The teacher will want to know what it was like for the students to act as if they were working for Disney World. Another great part of WebQuests is that they usually involve real life situations. In their blogs, The teacher will like to know what the students thought of the project overall and if they would like to do something like it again.
 * Extensions**

__**Materials, Resources and Technology**__

 * Paper
 * Pens/Pencils
 * Idea Wheel Graphic Organizer
 * Laptops
 * Projector
 * Projector Screen
 * Internet Access
 * Poster Board
 * Google Earth Download
 * ComicLife Previous Projects

__Source for Lesson Plan and Research__
Lesson idea created by Rachel Fritschy. WebQuest created by [|Mrs. Terrigno] [] Great site with information about all the planets [] Google Earth Tutorial [] Here is an awesome introduction into WebQuests [] Ideal Wheel Graphic Organizer [] Lots of in depth information regarding each planet [] Detailed picture of all the planets in order from the Sun [] Information about all the planets [] Some great interesting facts about the planets [] Facts about each planet

__**Maine Standards for Initial Teacher Certification and Rationale**__
Rationale:** Students will quickly find how much creativity and spontaneity is embedded in this lesson. The class will be introduced to the WebQuest early on when the day starts so that they know what the majority of their time will be spent doing. The WebQuest allows the students to play the role of a real life Disney World Designer. They will delve into their creative imaginations to take on this role and they have the freedom to get as creative as they want with it. Along with this freedom there will be a lot of organization. The WebQuest is well organized in a manner that students can follow easily. The students will know exactly what the expectations are because they are clearly outlined in the WebQuest. At the beginning of class, students will be working individually on a graphic organizer. They are well acquainted with graphic organizers because they have used them in every lesson previous to this one. During this lesson, students will be exploring the solar system in many new ways, including using Google Earth. Google Earth is an exciting new software that will blow your mind. Students will be exploring so much more with this software along with the discovery learning they will be doing with the project. Most importantly, the environment in the classroom will be comfortable and supportive. Students will be encouraged to work their hardest and use their imagination to the fullest. The absolute best will be expected out of every student and they will be praised in the duration of the project.
 * //Standard 3 - Demonstrates a knowledge of the diverse ways in which students learn and develop by providing learning opportunities that support their intellectual, physical, emotional, social, and cultural development.//

Rationale:** Students will be able to describe the different kinds of objects in the solar system including planets, sun, moons, asteroids, and comets. From this lesson, students will be maximizing their already masterful knowledge about the planets and the solar system. Throughout this entire unit, the students have been examining, the past, present, and future of our solar system. They have learned about the origin of the solar system, why Earth is the only planet to harbor life, the details regarding our Moon, and so much more. In particular, students have been exploring the planets in depth and with this WebQuest, they will be diving even further. The overall goal for this unit is for students to understand the big picture rather than just information about planet Earth. There are so many other mysteries and mind blowing aspects of the world beyond our world that many individuals are not aware of. Especially in this lesson, students will know so much more about our solar system and will be much more informed individuals.
 * //Standard 4 - Plans instruction based upon knowledge of subject matter, students, curriculum goals, and learning and development theory.//

Rationale:**
 * //Standard 5 - Understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies and appropriate technology to meet students’ needs.//
 * Logical:** In Google Earth, students will be able to view the exact real time location and scaled size of all the planets in our solar system as well as moons, constellations, and many other aspects. Google Earth gives students the ability to physically measure the diameter of any object in the solar system they want.
 * Visual:** The students final products will be visually displayed all around the classroom for everyone to explore and check out. The classroom will basically turn into the solar system.
 * Naturalist:** Using Google Earth, students will literally be able to fly through space to explore our solar system and the planets in it.
 * Intrapersonal:** For the WebQuest, students will be working in groups but also alone to write individual reports about the same planet they were assigned for their previous ComicLife.
 * Interpersonal:** Students will be working in groups of three to prepare a model of the exhibit described in the WebQuest.
 * Musical:** Students are making projects for the prestigous Disney World so it is encouraged to add creative elements such as epic music.

Rationale:** Students will be mainly working on a WebQuest about the individual planets for this lesson. While students are in the process of working on the WebQuest, they will be given and Idea Wheel graphic organizer to start organizing their thoughts. The purpose of the organizer is to allow students to start grouping their ideas together and planning what they are going to create for the project. Students will be using the Think-Pair-Share activity to exchange ideas for the WebQuest along with get helpful ideas from their classmates. The teacher will encourage that students look back at the ComicLife projects from a previous lesson. Students will not be allowed to use the same planet that they used for the ComicLife because it is important for the student's to expand their knowledge of our solar system. Using Google Earth, students will have the opportunity to use the "sky" option. In this view, students can explore the whole solar system and any planet in particular. The majority of class time will be dedicated to working on the WebQuest. For the final assessment, students will be given the URL to a WebQuest that they will be required to complete. The WebQuest will require students to research a particular planet for the Epcot exhibit at Disney World. The WebQuest will be modified because it's original version will require too much of the students for just one lesson. The WebQuest that students will be required to complete at the end of the Unit will be much more demanding and will have high expectations. The students will be graded using a rubric. When the teacher explains the assignment, the expectations listed on the rubrics will be explained so that the students know exactly what is expected of them.
 * //Standard 8 - Understands and uses a variety of formal and informal assessment strategies to evaluate and support the development of the learner.//

__Teaching and Learning Sequence__
Total Class Time: 120 minutes

Day 1 8:00-8:15 Students Explore Solar System with Google Earth 8:15-8:30 Explain Lesson and WebQuest 8:30-8:35 Students Read Through WebQuest 8:35-8:45 Idea Wheel Graphic Organizer (Brainstorm Ideas for WebQuest) 8:45-8:47 Get Into Pairs For Think-Pair-Share 8:47-8:55 Partners Exchange Ideas 8:55-9:00 Students Get Into Groups of Three (each student with a different planet) 9:00-9:50 Groups Start Work On Project 9:50-10:00 Closing Words and Reminders

Day 2 and 3 8:00-8:05 Quick Introductions and Updates 8:05-9:55 Groups Work on WebQuest Project 9:55-10:00 Reminders

Day 4 8:00-10:00 Project Presentations

The classroom will be arranged with desks in groups of three because the students will be doing a majority of their work in groups of three for this lesson. On day four of this lesson, the desks will be circled around the room so students can put their posters up. It will act as a sort of poster showing where all the posters can be viewed at the same time. This way, students get the feel of a real life role and what it is like to produce projects like this in the real world. Through this lesson, students will understand that there are many different kinds of objects in the solar system including planets, the sun, moons, asteroids, and comets**.** It is important for students to learn that they live in a very complex world and universe. Knowing about the planet that we live in is important but it is crucial to also know about the world around us. Knowing more about space and the solar system, students will be better informed as they grow throughout their lives. // From this lesson, students will be able to better explain the movements and describe the location, composition, and characteristics of our solar system and universe, including planets, the sun, and galaxies //. This portion of the Maine Learning Results is important and through this lesson, students will expand even more on it. Since this is the last lesson, students have already gained so much knowledge about the solar system and the mysteries within it. This lesson will only add to what they already know and to their mastery. In order to hook my students, they will get a chance to interact with Google Earth. This software is revolutionary and remarkable. Students will be able to get in depth details about every planet in our solar system. Not only that, they can look at constellations, stars, moons, and so many other objects in the solar system. This hook will interest students and will get them motivated to start the lesson.
 * Where, Why, What, Hook, Tailor: Naturalist, Intrapersonal, Logical, Visual, Verbal**

Students will know key factual information such as the order of the planets and their composition due to their location. In previous lessons, students learned in depth about different aspects of our solar system such as its origin, Earth's role, and especially more on each planet. Students may not have been well informed prior to this unit but they sure have learned an immense amount of information regarding our solar system. It is crucial for the students to know the order of the planets and their composition due to their location because these are basic aspects that every human being should be aware of. In order to deliver such information to students, they will be working in many different environments. While they work, the teacher will be walking around the classroom to be available whenever a student may need some guidance. It is important, also, for the teacher to track the progress of the students and make sure that they are on the right track. Simply put them on the right track if they are straying away for whatever reason. All in all, it is crucial for the teacher to make sure that every student is playing a part in the work and that every student understands what the expectations are.
 * Equip, Tailor: Logical, Verbal, Visual, Intrapersonal, Interpersonal**

Students will use the Idea Wheel graphic organizer to start organizing their ideas about the WebQuest. Students will use the Think-Pair-Share activity to brainstorm ideas for the WebQuest with their fellow classmates. They will reflect on what ideas they came up with and will jot down any new ones in their Idea Wheel. Initially, students will be receiving a graphic organizer called the Idea Wheel Organizer. During this activity, they will be working individually to brainstorm ideas for their WebQuest project. They will have read through the WebQuest Task and Process previous to this activity so they know what is expected from the project. Overall, the goal of this activity is to get the students thinking and get their creative juices pumping. After this portion, they will be partnering up with one of their classmates to get more perspectives and ideas for the project. During this part, they may or may not be working with the students that they will be working with on the project later. The ultimate goal of this activity is just to get extra ideas for the WebQuest. The teacher will want the students to think thoroughly about what they plan on doing for this presentation. It is important for students to take the real-world role seriously and the task seriously. Students will be able to describe the different kinds of objects in the solar system including planets, sun, moons, asteroids, and comets. Students will think back to their ComicLife presentations about the particular planet they were assigned. They will review what they learned from their project and will be able to use that same planet for the WebQuest. Students should not just base the WebQuest off of their ComicLife but rather do more research to add on to their knowledge. Students will use the "sky" option in Google Earth to explore the entire solar system and each planet in it. They will look at links that Google Earth provides about certain aspects of the solar system as well as focus on the planet that they were assigned. This will add on to their expertise of their planet. In their blogs, students will reflect what it was like to act as if they worked for Disney World and their favorite part about the whole project.
 * Explore, Experience, Rethink, Revise, Refine, Reflect, Tailors: Intrapersonal, Interpersonal, Logical, Naturalist, Spatial, Verbal, Visual**

In the WebQuest there is an evaluation rubric. This rubric will be altered a little by the teacher because the project would require an extensive amount of time. The students will work according to this rubric throughout the duration of the project. As an extension, the students will be asked to write a blog entry reflecting on their experiences with this project. In this blog, the teacher would like to know what the students thought about the project and especially the WebQuest in general. This would have been the first time that the students have worked with a WebQuest so getting input about that portion will be incredibly valuable to the teacher. After the students have presented their exhibits, the teacher will promptly grade the projects according to the altered version of the rubric on the WebQuest. The students will receive their grades as soon as they are completed. The teacher will also go on to blogger and read all of the students entries. It is important for the teacher to take the student's opinions into serious consideration because it will only help the teacher in his/her future teaching.
 * Evaluate, Tailors: Intrapersonal, Logical, Verbal, Visual**


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