Teacher(s) Name: Mrs. Abernathy, Ms. Eubank
School: Chamberlayne ES
Grade Level(s): Grade 5
Content Area(s): English, Language Arts, Reading
Lesson Summary
Students were encouraged to read fiction books that they hadn’t previously read. After reading the books they were introduced to the program WeVideo and asked to create a book trailer that would encourage others to read the book that they selected. Students used chromebooks while the devices were being piloted to create their trailers. After the trailers were completed, we had a screening in the library where students were able to view each other’s trailers.
TIPC Ratings
Research & Information Fluency
Rating:Entry – Explanation: Students were expected to look carefully into their book selection. They were to choose a book that was not extremely popular, but that they wanted to try. They were also asked to look at several book trailers to see what worked visually and made them want to read a book.
Communication & Collaboration
Rating: Ideal – Explanation: Before creating their book trailers, students discussed pros and cons of previously created trailers. This allowed students to communicate and collaborate on the best techniques. Students worked independently but readily helped each other as needed. They were excited to see their friends’ work and to make helpful suggestions to each other. Additionally, once completed students shared their projects with one another.
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Rating: Ideal – Explanation: Students had to figure out the best way to make other students excited about their book. They were given planning sheets that were open ended. Their trailer could be as long or short as they wished.
Creativity & Innovation
Rating: Ideal – Explanation: Students were challenged to try new ways to make their video exciting to readers. They could use pictures, video, voiceover and music to create their trailer.
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