In this lesson, students learn about the basics of media literacy. By viewing popular television shows and observing popular websites, students learn what questions to ask while viewing today's media. I targeted this lesson to be taught to middle school-high school students but it can be easily adapted for elementary age kids too--just change the TV show/websites!
I felt this was a good lesson plan because it is versatile and can be used in many different ways. In a normal 40 min. period, this lesson plan/unit should take about a week. Of course, teachers can alter the plan to make it shorter or longer based on what works best for their classroom. I also like how it can be used across many disciplines or specifically tailored to one subject area. I believe the key to good lesson planning is versatility and the ability adapt to changing classrooms and students.
I hope you all enjoy and please do not hesitate to let me know if I should change anything.
-Liz
In this lesson, students learn about the basics of media literacy. By viewing popular television shows and observing popular websites, students learn what questions to ask while viewing today's media. I targeted this lesson to be taught to middle school-high school students but it can be easily adapted for elementary age kids too--just change the TV show/websites!
I felt this was a good lesson plan because it is versatile and can be used in many different ways. In a normal 40 min. period, this lesson plan/unit should take about a week. Of course, teachers can alter the plan to make it shorter or longer based on what works best for their classroom. I also like how it can be used across many disciplines or specifically tailored to one subject area. I believe the key to good lesson planning is versatility and the ability adapt to changing classrooms and students.
I hope you all enjoy and please do not hesitate to let me know if I should change anything.
-Liz