I enjoyed the fresh look at lesson planning. I have done many reading groups, and I have always brought in higher order thinking plans to expand on the reading material. I have never before thought to bring in music or use a digital camera.
I have used the video clips (really photographs or other pictured books) to expand upon the readings. I have also seen music used before in the beginning of class, as students come in and unpack, or during AR (quiet reading) time. This is usually to expose them to other cultural music or just to soften the day. I have also seen digital cameras used in classroom before, but for the purpose of photographing group activities to display on bulletin boards.
I really enjoyed the assignment of using a digital camera and relating it to the topic. It was exciting and brought the group together in a relaxed way. It also gave us the opportunity to express ourselves. We discussed the pictures we took and explained why.
The music was another great variation to the everyday lesson planning. Having the lyrics available to read as the music played, gives the students a chance to hear the music, and at the same time, analysis the meaning. Music is related to the times and reflects just that.
Once again, I enjoyed this learning segment, and hopefully will have an opportunity to use it in my own classroom someday.
Donna Getchell
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