Lesson Plan. Course Title: Digital and Interactive Media Session Title: Emerging Technologies

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1 Lesson Plan Course Title: Digital and Interactive Media Session Title: Emerging Technologies Lesson Duration: 3 Hours Performance Objective: Upon completion of this assignment the student will be able to identify changes to technology and it s affect on the DIM field. Also, students will have a clearer idea of how to implement new technologies for more creative and relevant DIM projects. Specific Objectives: Students will research recent (last 3 years) technologies that may have an impact on the field of DIM Students will compare and contrast these technologies with older versions (if applicable) Students will discuss pros and cons of new technologies and the overall impact they might have on the industry (i.e. creation/loss of jobs; broader reach of message; simplifying creation process) TEKS Correlations: Preparation (3B) use Internet resources for research purposes; and (3C) research technologies that have surfaced within the last three years in the area of interactive media Instructor/Trainer References: Content Developer Knowledge Instructional Aids: Emerging Technology Teacher s Instructions Emerging Technology Assignment sheet and Rubric Materials Needed: Each student will need a copy of the Career Exploration Assignment sheet and Rubric Access to internet connection Equipment Needed: Teacher will need a computer connected to a smart board or projector to allow students to view internet search result examples found by teacher. Each student will need a computer with internet access, word processing software, presentation software and printer access (color if possible) to print their results for submission. 1

2 Introduction Introduction (LSI Quadrant I): The instructor should begin by asking students to identify several pieces of technology that are required for DIM classrooms and careers in the field of Interactive Media. As a class students can brainstorm ideas on current technology and its origins, as well as discuss how the growth and evolution of technology has and will impact the industry. Outline Outline (LSI Quadrant II): Instructor Notes: 1. Technology that has an impact on DIM: A. Examples 1. Computers 2. Software 3. Digital Still/Video cameras For this lesson, the teacher will refer to teacher s guide for direction on how to introduce and complete the lesson with your students. 4. Scanners 2. How has it impacted the industry? A. DIY mentality 1. I can do it myself 2. I don t need to pay to have it done. B. Financial impact 1. Is it cheaper now? C. Creative impact 1. What can we do now that we couldn t do before? D. What will come next? 1. How will it impact the industry? 2

3 Application Guided Practice (LSI Quadrant III): During the discussion students will brainstorm ideas related to the subject. Absent students may require additional one-on-one direction and prompting, or they can collaborate with students around them that were present for clarification and help. Independent Practice (LSI Quadrant III): Following the presentation, students will be provided with the Emerging Technologies activity to complete on their own. They will use a combination of existing knowledge and personal research to complete the project and then compare and contrast their findings against their classmates. Summary Review (LSI Quadrants I and IV): Students will take all of the introduced information from the lesson and use it to complete the project. A quick Q&A with regards to the parameters of the assignment may be used to check for understanding. Evaluation Informal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III): Periodic checks for understanding during the presentation are used as well as progress checks to quantify the amount of research done and information gathered. Formal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III, IV): The project will be completed individually to check for understanding and graded against the provided rubric. Class evaluation and discussion can also be used to allow students to compare and contrast their findings against those of their peers. 3

4 Extension Extension/Enrichment (LSI Quadrant IV): Upon completion of their research, students will have knowledge of technological advances and the impact they can have on Digital Interactive Media. They should ask questions like: What does this do for the industry as a whole? How can I benefit from this? How is it different from what came before? What are the possibilities for the future? As the assignment has a small timeframe for completion, allowing for collaborative interaction or the creation of a formal presentation should fill any remaining completion time gaps. Icon Teaching Strategies Verbal/ Linguistic Logical/ Mathematical Visual/Spatial Musical/ Rhythmic Bodily/ Kinesthetic Intrapersonal Interpersonal Lecture, discussion, journal writing, cooperative learning, word origins Problem solving, number games, critical thinking, classifying and organizing, Socratic questioning Mind-mapping, reflective time, graphic organizers, color-coding systems, drawings, designs, video, DVD, charts, maps Use music, compose songs or raps, use musical language or metaphors Use manipulatives, hand signals, pantomime, real life situations, puzzles and board games, activities, roleplaying, action problems Reflective teaching, interviews, reflective listening, KWL charts Cooperative learning, roleplaying, group brainstorming, cross-cultural interactions Personal Development Strategies Reading, highlighting, outlining, teaching others, reciting information Organizing material logically, explaining things sequentially, finding patterns, developing systems, outlining, charting, graphing, analyzing information Developing graphic organizers, mindmapping, charting, graphing, organizing with color, mental imagery (drawing in the mind s eye) Creating rhythms out of words, creating rhythms with instruments, playing an instrument, putting words to existing songs Moving while learning, pacing while reciting, acting out scripts of material, designing games, moving fingers under words while reading Reflecting on personal meaning of information, studying in quiet settings, imagining experiments, visualizing information, journaling Studying in a group, discussing information, using flash cards with other, teaching others Naturalist Existentialist Natural objects as manipulatives and as background for learning Socratic questions, real life situations, global problems/questions Connecting with nature, forming study groups with like minded people Considering personal relationship to larger context 4

5 Digital and Interactive Media Emerging Technology: Teacher Instructions Discussion: 1. Technology and DIM Discussion A. What kinds of technology can impact the way digital interactive media is created and presented to the public? 1. Computers 2. Software 3. Digital Still/Video cameras 4. Scanners 2. How has it impacted the industry? A. DIY mentality 1. I can do it myself 2. I don t need to pay to have it done. B. Financial impact 1. Is it cheaper now? C. Creative impact 1. What can we do now that we couldn t do before? 3. What are the Newest pieces of technology? A. What does it do? B. Was there anything like it before? C. What has it changed? 1. Will the change be for the better or worse for DIM? a) Monetary impact (ex: DVRs allowing people to record shows and skip commercials) 2. How can we use it to our advantage? a) Free Smartphone apps that contain advertisements 4. What will come next? A. Ask for ideas B. How might they impact the industry? 5. Assignment A. Hand out assignments sheets and discuss requirements/field questions B. Optional requirements: 1. Make each student choose a different subject, to avoid crossover, and allow them to present to the class. 5

6 Emerging Technologies Research Assignment Sheet: 1. Research any kind of new/improved technology (less than 3 years old) that has had an impact on Digital Interactive Media. A. Hardware or software 1. Be clear about the specifications a) Who, what, when, where b) Why and how B. Evolutionary/Revolutionary 1. Evolutionary: based on previous technology that has been updated or otherwise improved 2. Revolutionary: completely new concept 2. Quality questions to consider A. What is it, and how can/does it affect DIM specifically? B. If it is evolutionary, what is it now compared to what it used to be? 1. How is/will it affect the industry? a) Economic impact b) Technological impact C. In your opinion or in the opinion of others, will it make things better or worse for people involved in the DIM industry? D. Where/how do I get it? E. Why/why don t I need it? F. What s next? 1. Understanding that everything eventually either evolves or disappears, what do you think the next step will be in the evolution of your item? Requirements: 1. Write a two page research paper based on the information you have gathered about your subject, and be prepared to discuss with the class. A. Size 12, Times New Roman font, double spaced B. Include answers to all quality questions listed above, and any other information you deem important. C. Include an image of your research topic on a separate page. 1. Image does not count towards two page requirement. D. Include a separate works cited page to catalog where all information was gathered from 1. No less than 3 sources. 2. Work cited page does not count towards two page requirement. 6

7 DIM Emerging Technology Rubric Description of Task Promotion Coming Steady Worker You re Fired TOTAL Quality Questions ALL quality questions were answered completely and relevantly quality questions were answered completely and relevantly 1-2 quality questions were answered Mechanics Mastery of spelling, punctuation, capitalization, correct paragraphing Occasional errors in spelling, punctuation, capitalization, paragraphing Frequent errors in spelling, punctuation, capitalization, paragraphing Requirements All requirements with regards to length, font usage, included images and work cited page, are met 3 of 4 requirements, with regards to length, font usage, included images and work cited page, are met 2 or fewer requirements, with regards to length, font usage, included images and work cited page, are met. Submission Project is submitted in the appropriate manner, on time, with the student s name included one all pages in the header section Project is submitted in the appropriate manner, on time, with the student s name included Project is submitted late, with the student s name included on all pages in the header section TOTAL PTS EARNED Comments: 7