Plan
| Week 1 |
Day 1
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Day 2
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| Activities |
Introduction to Project - Launch the 'Cultural Cooking Kickoff' and explain the project's purpose and essential question to students (15 min)
Local Chef and Parent Collaboration - Invite a community chef and parents to share stories and demonstrate cooking a traditional dish, highlighting its cultural significance (40 min)
Team Formation and Recipe Selection - Students form teams and select a traditional dish to explore and recreate, considering creative twists and digital storytelling elements (35 min)
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Exploration of Ingredients - Visit a local farmers' market to learn about sourcing fresh and sustainable ingredients for cooking projects (40 min)
Cultural Research - Students research the cultural background and significance of their selected dish, preparing notes for storytelling (30 min)
Video Planning and Storyboarding - Begin planning and storyboarding video content for digital portfolios and YouTube channel, focusing on cultural narratives (20 min)
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| Deliverables |
1. Students will create an initial entry in their digital portfolio, documenting their reflections on the 'Cultural Cooking Kickoff' event, including the dish they prepared and the cultural stories they learned.
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| Preparation |
1. Arrange for a suitable outdoor space or kitchen for the 'Cultural Cooking Kickoff' event.
2. Coordinate with community chefs and parents to participate in the kickoff event, ensuring diverse cultural representation. 3. Gather basic cooking equipment and ingredients needed for the dish to be prepared during the kickoff event. 4. Set up digital devices for students to begin their digital portfolios, ensuring access to necessary software or platforms. |
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| Week 2 |
Day 3
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Day 4
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| Activities |
Ingredient Exploration - Students continue their exploration of locally sourced ingredients, focusing on their nutritional benefits and cultural significance (30 min)
Cooking Technique Workshop - Conduct a hands-on workshop where students learn essential cooking techniques from community chefs and parents (40 min)
Recipe Adaptation Discussion - Teams discuss how to adapt their chosen recipes with creative twists while maintaining cultural authenticity (20 min)
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Digital Content Creation - Begin filming and editing video content for the YouTube channel, focusing on the cooking process and cultural stories (45 min)
Collaborative Feedback Session - Teams share their video progress with peers and media arts partners, receiving constructive feedback to enhance storytelling (30 min)
Reflection and Goal Setting - Students reflect on their learning experiences and set goals for improving their cooking and digital storytelling skills (15 min)
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| Deliverables |
1. Students will submit a cultural recipe journal, including the recipe, cultural story, and reflections.
2. Outline and script for the video content will be completed and submitted for review. 3. Photographic documentation of the cooking session, capturing the process and key moments. |
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| Preparation |
1. Coordinate with community partners and parents for interviews and cooking demonstrations.
2. Arrange access to kitchen facilities and necessary cooking equipment for hands-on sessions. 3. Gather video recording equipment and resources from media arts partners for video planning. 4. Provide students with journals for documenting recipes and cultural stories. 5. Prepare instructional materials on video storytelling techniques and narrative structuring. |
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| Week 3 |
Day 5
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Day 6
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| Activities |
Community Partner Collaboration - Organize a session with a local media arts organization to guide students in creating video content for their YouTube channel, focusing on capturing cooking techniques and cultural narratives (45 min)
Cooking Practice - Students practice cooking their selected dish using the techniques learned from previous workshops, documenting their process and cultural insights (45 min)
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Family Recipe Sharing - Host a cooking demonstration where parents and community members share family recipes and stories, allowing students to gain deeper cultural understanding (30 min)
Recipe Documentation - Students document family recipes and cultural stories shared by community members, preparing content for their digital cookbook (30 min)
Digital Content Refinement - Teams refine their video content with insights gained from family recipe sharing, enhancing storytelling elements (30 min)
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| Deliverables |
1. A digital journal entry that includes the recipe, cultural significance, and family stories behind the selected dish.
2. A short video clip demonstrating the cooking process and highlighting cultural narratives, ready for uploading to the class YouTube channel. |
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| Preparation |
1. Coordinate with community members and parents to schedule cooking demonstrations and storytelling sessions.
2. Source ingredients for the selected dishes from the local farmers' market, ensuring fresh and sustainable produce. 3. Set up video recording equipment and editing software for students to create digital content with the guidance of media arts partners. |
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| Week 4 |
Day 7
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Day 8
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| Activities |
Cultural Exploration and Presentation Preparation - Students delve deeper into the cultural significance of their chosen dish, gathering stories and insights to prepare for their video presentations (30 min)
Cooking Technique Refinement - Conduct a skill-building session where students practice advanced cooking techniques with guidance from community chefs (30 min)
Video Content Enhancement - Students work on enhancing their video content by incorporating cultural stories and cooking insights, preparing for peer review (30 min)
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Peer Review and Feedback - Facilitate a session where students share their enhanced video content with peers and media arts partners, receiving constructive feedback to refine their storytelling (40 min)
Family and Community Engagement Planning - Plan an upcoming event with families and community members, discussing roles and responsibilities for sharing cultural dishes and stories (25 min)
Reflection and Goal Setting - Students reflect on their progress and set specific goals for the next phase of their project, focusing on cultural understanding and digital storytelling (25 min)
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| Deliverables |
1. Video footage of family members demonstrating a cultural recipe, with initial edits completed.
2. Draft entry for the digital cookbook, including the recipe, cultural background, and related media. |
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| Preparation |
1. Coordinate with families to schedule visits for the 'Cultural Recipe Sharing Day' and communicate the objectives and expectations for their participation.
2. Ensure video recording equipment (e.g., cameras, microphones) are available and functioning for students to document the cooking demonstrations. 3. Arrange for media arts professionals to conduct a workshop with students on video editing techniques and storytelling through digital media. 4. Prepare digital resources or templates for students to use in drafting their digital cookbook entries, ensuring all necessary software is accessible. |
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| Week 5 |
Day 9
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Day 10
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Ingredient Sourcing and Sustainability - Students visit a local farmers' market with community partners to source fresh ingredients while learning about sustainable practices and the importance of supporting local produce (45 min)
Cultural Story Collection - Students interview farmers and community members to collect stories about the cultural significance of the ingredients they sourced, preparing notes for video content (30 min)
Video Content Planning - Teams brainstorm and outline video segments that highlight the cultural narratives and sustainable practices behind their chosen dish, integrating insights from interviews (15 min)
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Cooking Techniques and Recipe Refinement - Conduct a hands-on cooking session where students refine their dish using sourced ingredients, focusing on enhancing techniques learned from previous workshops (45 min)
Video Filming and Storytelling - Students begin filming the cooking process and storytelling elements for their YouTube channel, capturing cultural insights and sustainable practices (30 min)
Reflection and Peer Sharing - Students reflect on their learning experiences and share their video segments with peers, discussing improvements and cultural connections (15 min)
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| Deliverables |
1. Completed cooking tutorial video showcasing the dish prepared by students, including cultural insights and sustainable practices.
2. Reflection journal entry where students document their learning experiences and thoughts on community involvement in cooking. |
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| Preparation |
1. Coordinate with community members and parents to provide recipes and cultural stories for the cooking session.
2. Ensure availability of fresh, local ingredients sourced from the farmers' market for the cooking session. 3. Set up filming equipment and editing software for creating the cooking tutorial video. 4. Prepare reflection prompts and journals for students to document their experiences. |
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| Week 6 |
Day 11
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Day 12
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| Activities |
Cultural Story Sharing - Students present the cultural narratives and stories behind their chosen dishes to peers and community partners, fostering understanding and appreciation (30 min)
Cooking Practice and Feedback - Students practice cooking their selected dishes, applying feedback from previous sessions and refining their techniques with guidance from community chefs (40 min)
Digital Content Review - Teams review and refine their video content, ensuring cultural stories and cooking processes are clearly and engagingly presented (20 min)
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Media Arts Collaboration - Work with a local media arts organization to enhance video editing skills, focusing on storytelling and cultural representation in digital content (45 min)
Peer and Community Feedback - Facilitate a session where students present their refined video content to peers and community partners, receiving constructive feedback to polish their final presentations (30 min)
Reflection and Goal Setting - Students reflect on their learning journey, set goals for the exhibition, and plan how to integrate cultural stories and cooking skills in their final presentations (15 min)
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| Deliverables |
1. Deliverable 1: A draft storyboard for each group's cooking video, detailing the flow, key scenes, and cultural narratives to be included.
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| Preparation |
1. Prep Task 1: Coordinate with community members and parents to schedule and organize cooking demonstration sessions, ensuring a diverse representation of cultures.
2. Prep Task 2: Arrange a visit to the local farmers' market for students to select fresh, sustainable ingredients for their cooking projects. 3. Prep Task 3: Set up a workshop with the media arts organization to provide students with the necessary tools and techniques for effective video storytelling. |
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| Week 7 |
Day 13
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Day 14
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Interactive Cooking Session with Parents - Invite parents to demonstrate cooking techniques and share cultural stories related to traditional dishes, fostering cultural exchange and understanding (45 min)
Cultural Story Integration - Students incorporate cultural insights gained from parents into their digital cookbook and video content, enriching their storytelling (30 min)
Media Arts Collaboration - Work with community media arts partners to refine video content, focusing on capturing the essence of cultural narratives and cooking processes (15 min)
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Outdoor Cooking Experience - Conduct an outdoor cooking session using locally sourced ingredients, allowing students to practice sustainable cooking techniques (45 min)
Digital Content Filming - Students film the outdoor cooking process and cultural storytelling elements for their YouTube channel, highlighting sustainable practices (30 min)
Community Impact Planning - Begin planning for the upcoming exhibition event, discussing how students will present their dishes and cultural stories to the community (15 min)
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| Deliverables |
1. A draft of a video script that includes an introduction to the cultural dish, cooking instructions, and the cultural narrative associated with the dish.
2. Initial rough cuts of the cooking demonstration videos, incorporating feedback from peers and the media arts organization. |
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| Preparation |
1. Coordinate with parents and community members to schedule their involvement in the cooking sessions and prepare them to share cultural stories.
2. Arrange for the media arts organization to provide necessary video equipment and editing software tutorials. 3. Gather all ingredients and cooking tools required for the cooking session, ensuring they are sourced from local farmers' markets if possible. 4. Prepare a digital platform or communal space to facilitate the video editing workshop, ensuring all students have access to the necessary technology. |
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| Week 8 |
Day 15
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Day 16
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| Activities |
Cultural Cooking Review - Students revisit their chosen dishes, ensuring all cultural narratives and cooking techniques are well understood for final presentations (30 min)
Digital Cookbook Compilation - Teams compile their digital cookbook entries, incorporating cultural stories and cooking insights from community partners (30 min)
Media Arts Collaboration - Work with media arts partners to finalize video content, focusing on storytelling and cultural representation for digital portfolios (30 min)
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Exhibition Planning and Rehearsal - Students rehearse their presentation and cooking demonstrations, integrating feedback from peers and community partners (45 min)
Community Engagement Strategy - Plan strategies for engaging families and community members in the upcoming exhibition, focusing on storytelling and cultural exchange (30 min)
Reflection and Goal Setting - Reflect on the project journey and set personal goals for the final exhibition, focusing on cultural understanding and community impact (15 min)
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| Deliverables |
1. Edited video content for YouTube channel featuring cooking tutorials and cultural narratives.
2. A recipe card with personal stories and cultural insights from the cooking session with community partner. |
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| Preparation |
1. Coordinate with a family member or community partner to plan the cooking session and ensure they can share their cultural dishes and stories.
2. Prepare video cameras, laptops/tablets, and editing software for students to use during the video content creation process. 3. Gather necessary ingredients for the cooking session, sourced from local farmers' markets when possible. 4. Create a checklist for students to ensure all required elements are included in their video content, such as cultural narratives, sustainable practices, and cooking process. |
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| Week 9 |
Day 17
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Day 18
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| Activities |
Final Video Content Review - Collaborate with media arts partners to conduct a comprehensive review of video content, ensuring cultural stories and cooking processes are clearly presented (40 min)
Cultural Storytelling Practice - Students practice presenting their cultural narratives and cooking demonstrations, incorporating feedback from media arts partners (30 min)
Exhibition Planning - Finalize plans for the 'Community Feast and Storytelling Night,' assigning roles and responsibilities for the event (20 min)
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Cooking Rehearsal - Conduct a full rehearsal of the cooking demonstrations for the exhibition, focusing on timing and presentation skills (45 min)
Community Engagement Strategy - Develop strategies for effectively engaging families and community members at the exhibition, including storytelling and interactive elements (30 min)
Reflection and Goal Setting - Reflect on the project journey and set personal goals for the exhibition, focusing on cultural understanding and community impact (15 min)
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| Deliverables |
1. Edited video segment showcasing a cooking demonstration and cultural narrative, to be included in the final digital portfolio.
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| Preparation |
1. Coordinate with a local media arts organization to provide guidance and support for video editing software and techniques.
2. Arrange for a community partner or parent to conduct a cooking demonstration, ensuring the availability of necessary ingredients and equipment. 3. Reserve classroom technology resources, such as computers and video editing software, for student use. 4. Prepare discussion materials on sustainable food practices, including examples and case studies to illustrate key concepts. |
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| Week 10 |
Day 19
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Day 20
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| Activities |
Community Engagement Strategy Finalization - Students finalize strategies for engaging families and community members at the exhibition, focusing on storytelling and cultural exchange (30 min)
Digital Cookbook Completion - Teams complete their digital cookbook entries, ensuring all cultural stories and cooking insights are included (30 min)
Exhibition Rehearsal - Conduct a full rehearsal of cooking demonstrations and storytelling presentations, integrating feedback from peers and community partners (30 min)
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Final Exhibition Planning - Assign roles and responsibilities for the 'Community Feast and Storytelling Night,' ensuring all students contribute (30 min)
Media Arts Collaboration - Work with media arts partners to finalize video content for digital portfolios, focusing on storytelling and cultural representation (30 min)
Reflection and Goal Setting - Reflect on the project journey and set personal goals for the exhibition, emphasizing cultural understanding and community impact (30 min)
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| Deliverables |
1. A polished video documentary for each group, showcasing the cultural stories and cooking process of their chosen dish.
2. Finalized recipe entries for the digital cookbook, including detailed instructions and cultural narratives. 3. A list of ingredients sourced from the local farmers' market, highlighting choices made for sustainability. |
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| Preparation |
1. Coordinate with the local media arts organization to prepare necessary video editing equipment and resources for the Digital Storytelling Workshop.
2. Arrange for family and community members to join the Cultural Exchange Day, ensuring a diverse representation of cultural backgrounds. 3. Secure ingredients from the local farmers' market for the Recipe Testing Day, emphasizing locally sourced and sustainable options. 4. Prepare digital platforms (YouTube channel and digital portfolio) for students to upload and receive feedback on their video content. |
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| Week 11 |
Day 21
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Day 22
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Exhibition Setup and Logistics - Collaborate with community partners to finalize logistics and setup for the 'Community Feast and Storytelling Night,' ensuring smooth execution of cooking and storytelling presentations (30 min)
Final Video Content Review - Conduct a final review session with media arts partners to ensure all video segments are polished and ready for exhibition, focusing on storytelling clarity and cultural representation (30 min)
Cooking Demonstration Rehearsal - Students rehearse their cooking demonstrations, focusing on timing, presentation skills, and integrating cultural narratives, receiving feedback from community partners (30 min)
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Community Engagement Strategy Execution - Implement strategies for engaging families and community members during the exhibition, including interactive storytelling and cultural exchanges (30 min)
Digital Cookbook Presentation - Students present their digital cookbook entries to community members, highlighting cultural stories and cooking insights from diverse backgrounds (30 min)
Exhibition Leadership Roles - Assign leadership roles to students for the 'Community Feast and Storytelling Night,' ensuring each student contributes to the event's success (30 min)
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| Deliverables |
1. Finalized video recipes and cultural documentaries uploaded to the YouTube channel.
2. Completed multimedia presentations ready for the Farm-to-Table Celebration Day. 3. Draft script and plan for the 'Community Feast and Storytelling Night' presentations. |
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| Preparation |
1. Coordinate with the local media arts organization to provide feedback on students' digital content and assist with final edits.
2. Ensure all necessary cooking equipment and ingredients are available for the outdoor cooking session. 3. Communicate with community partners, parents, and farmers' market representatives to confirm participation in the exhibition events. 4. Set up a meeting space for students to conduct their rehearsal for the 'Community Feast and Storytelling Night.' |
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| Week 12 |
Day 23
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Day 24
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| Activities |
Exhibition Setup and Logistics - Collaborate with community partners to finalize logistics and setup for the 'Community Feast and Storytelling Night,' ensuring smooth execution of cooking and storytelling presentations (30 min)
Final Video Content Review - Conduct a final review session with media arts partners to ensure all video segments are polished and ready for exhibition, focusing on storytelling clarity and cultural representation (30 min)
Cooking Demonstration Rehearsal - Students rehearse their cooking demonstrations, focusing on timing, presentation skills, and integrating cultural narratives, receiving feedback from community partners (30 min)
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Community Engagement Strategy Execution - Implement strategies for engaging families and community members during the exhibition, including interactive storytelling and cultural exchanges (30 min)
Digital Cookbook Presentation - Students present their digital cookbook entries to community members, highlighting cultural stories and cooking insights from diverse backgrounds (30 min)
Exhibition Leadership Roles - Assign leadership roles to students for the 'Community Feast and Storytelling Night,' ensuring each student contributes to the event's success (30 min)
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| Deliverables |
1. Complete the preparation and execution of the 'Farm-to-Table Celebration Day' event.
2. Conduct the 'Community Feast and Storytelling Night,' where students present their cultural dishes and stories. 3. Finalize and publish the digital cookbook, incorporating all recipes and cultural narratives gathered throughout the project. |
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| Preparation |
1. Coordinate with community partners and parents to confirm participation and support for the exhibition events.
2. Ensure all ingredients for the cooking demonstrations are sourced from the local farmers' market and are ready for use. 3. Prepare the digital portfolios and video documentaries for presentation during the exhibition events. 4. Set up the exhibition space, including cooking stations and areas for digital presentations. |
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