Frida Kahlo WebQuest

Category

Description

Age Group of Learners

ü  Ages 14-18, Grades 9-12

Technical Abilities of Learners

ü  Students attend a technology class within the Specials rotation.

ü  Within the Technology curriculum students learn Microsoft Word, Power Point, and internet applications used for research.

ü  Students’ technical abilities could be considered average according to their experience using digital tools, electronic applications and computer programming within their everyday living.

Characteristics of Learners

ü  Standardized state test scores indicate that majority of students are at or below grade level.

ü  Introductory lesson to media and tools will be necessary to familiarize students with interactive technological tools and their functions.

ü  Segmenting the lesson into 10 minute instruction, 10 minute demonstration and 20 minute student exploration would be effective for this group of learners.

Appropriate Interactivity

ü  Students will explore links from various sources about Frida Kahlo.

ü   Interactivity will require the students to expand their knowledge and skills of PowerPoint, develop their 21^st Century skills as a digital learner and explore cultural differences through the research and creation of an inspired mask.

Interactivity Task(s) Required

ü  Students will research, view examples, read information, respond to questions and create an original artwork.

Physical Environment

ü  Initially, for instruction and classroom discussion students will use the computer lab, 30 computers.

ü  For individual work, the creation of an inspired mask, the art room will be utilized.

ü  Although the classroom environment will vary, students will continue their structured routine for seating, retrieval and submission of materials and cleanup. 

Modifications

                Shortened class time

ü  Low Functioning-

ü                  Extended practice time, segmented instruction, peer collaboration  

                with high functioning students.

ü  High Functioning-

                       Extended assignment objectives and product goals.

ü  Kinesthetic Learner- 

                       Handouts

ü  Auditory Learner-

                       Narration during presentation.

ü  Visual-

                       Examples of masks displayed in the classroom.

Audience Constraints

§  Student Attendance – Provide clear instructions, expectations, deadlines verbally and written by student in notes and teacher.

§  Comprehension– Provide sufficient practice time to allow familiarization of topic, technology and interactive tutorials.  Also, provide effective visual and verbal instruction

§  Technical Problems with Media – Address any issues that can be fixed in the classroom/ computer labs, enlist school Technologist help, use 2^nd Computer lab, or use mobile cart.