Group+Microteaching

= Group Microteaching = = =  TCH 347 Social Studies Methods Microteaching Lesson Plan Template Student Name: Alan Brauer, Nikki Garzia, Kristina Iovino, Kelly Phiel, Dimonique Daughtry Group Coordinator: Kristina Iovino
 * //Lesson/Unit Title://** Ireland
 * //Subject Area(s)://** Geography
 * //Grade Level://** 4th
 * //Time Required (in class periods)://** 30 min (2 classes)


 * 1) **PA State Standards** **7 ****. ****3.4.A: **Identify the human characteristics of **places ** and **regions ** using the following criteria:
 * 2) Population
 * 3) Culture
 * 4) Settlement
 * 5) Economic activities
 * 6) Political activities
 * 8.4.5.A: **Compare and contrast common characteristics of the **social, political, ** cultural, and **economic ** groups in world history .


 * 2. NCSS Themes** Culture, time continuity and change, people place and environments, Individual groups and institutions, production distribution and consumption, global connections, and civic ideals and practices


 * 3. Essential Questions** What are key concepts, geographic features, and culture of Ireland?


 * 4. Learning Objectives:** Students will learn the Irish culture as well as culture adapted by United States citizens. Children will engage in activities related to Irish holidays. Be able to identify certain geographical features of Ireland.


 * 6. Concepts and Vocabulary:** Saint Patrick’s Day, Ireland, Brigid’s Day, Big Spring Clean, Halloween, and all the different religions


 * 7. Materials:** The materials may include two categories: **__traditional materials__**- worksheets, beverage, cups, plates, pastries **__technology resources__** – Youtube, powerpoint, online game

i. History ii. Fun Facts iii. Holidays iv. Culture (meaningful) v. Saint Patrick’s Day (meaningful) i. PS I love you song (Integrative) ii. State Patty’s Day (Integrative) i. Leprechaun (Challenging) ii. 4 leaf Clover Maze (Challenging) i. Saint Patrick’s Day game (Challenging) i. Soda and cookies
 * 1) **Instruction Procedures/Activities:**
 * 2) Present powerpoint
 * 1) Watch videos throughout powerpoint
 * 1) Do worksheet activities
 * 1) Online game
 * 1) Distribute food


 * 9. Assessment**
 * 1) Completing the worksheets that were handed out in class.
 * 2) Verbal questions.
 * 3) Online Games.