Objectives and Rationale :
Objectives and Rationale Goal: Expand reading comprehension skills in extension assignments using writing and visual media
Objectives
Examine personality traits of main characters from novel
Create storyboard for tv series introduction, incorporating character analysis and themes found in novel
Transform 1960s tv series introduction to incorporate traits of characters and themes in novel
Overview: Projects will accentuate creating thinking, reading comprehension, and teamwork when applying literature to media
Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Animoto
Microsoft Word :
Microsoft Word Examine personality traits and write a character analysis of 3 main characters from novel
Microsoft Word
“A” Student’s Work:
Blends direct quotes with reflections on characters’ behavior, language, and role in novel
Persuasive arguments with evidence to support
Microsoft Powerpoint :
Microsoft Powerpoint Reorganize list of characters chosen and dissect personality traits/themes in novel to create a storyboard for video to
Microsoft PowerPoint (and YouTube)
“A” Student’s Work:
Includes all the requirements listed in assignment
Implements creative thinking, character analysis, and reading comprehension
Storyboard accurately depicts what final video will look like
All team members participated and shared responsibilities for assignment and presentation
Animoto :
Animoto Create a 30-second video introducing a tv show based on novel, applying work from previous two projects
Animoto
“A” Student’s Work:
Includes photos and/or video clips, text, and audio/music
All requirements are met
Team worked together with responsibilities evenly distributed and carried out
Rubric :
Rubric Rubric would be used for MS PPT presentation
Includes assessment of:
Presentation
Requirements
Organization
Content
Attractiveness
Mechanics
Permissions
Originality
Workload
Overall Analysis :
Overall Analysis Pros
Students use creative thinking and reading comprehension to extend their knowledge of the novel into other media outlets
Provides practice for writing skills, working in groups, and public speaking Cons
Amount of time needed to complete each project
Students’ ability to access to computers
Struggles/challenges for gifted students and students with LD