Kicking into Knowledge: Soccer Skills Unlocked

7th Grade Project 2 weeks

Kicking into Knowledge: Soccer Skills Unlocked

Katheryne R

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Purpose

Dive into the world of soccer to uncover its cultural significance across the globe. Through hands-on activities and collaboration with cultural experts, you will explore how soccer shapes traditions and influences social dynamics in various countries. This project invites you to engage with the sport not only through physical skills but also through creative expression, reflection, and community interaction, culminating in a comprehensive understanding of soccer's impact on global cultures.

Learning goals

In this project, you'll explore the cultural significance of soccer across different countries, enhancing your understanding of global traditions and social dynamics. You'll develop skills in research, visual design, and multimedia presentation, as well as deepen your socio-emotional development and cultural awareness through collaboration with community partners. By engaging in peer review and reflection, you'll refine your ability to provide constructive feedback and articulate how soccer influences various aspects of culture such as music, art, and fashion.

Standards

Common Core - CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.CCRA.W.7: Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects based on focused questions, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation.
Common Core - CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.CCRA.SL.4: Present information, findings, and supporting evidence such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning and the organization, development, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.
Common Core - CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.CCRA.SL.1: Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.

Products

Create a multimedia presentation that highlights soccer's impact on music, art, and fashion across different cultures. Incorporate interviews with local artists and musicians to provide authentic perspectives. Develop a script and perform a skit or role-play depicting a significant historical moment in soccer, showcasing its cultural relevance. Design a visual project that illustrates your discoveries about soccer's cultural significance, which will be displayed during the gallery walk and Soccer World Expo.

Launch

Begin with a 'Soccer Skills and Culture Workshop' where you will engage with local soccer players and cultural experts. Learn basic soccer techniques and explore the sport's celebration in different cultures. This interactive session will set the stage for your project by immersing you in the cultural and social dynamics of soccer worldwide.

Exhibition

Organize a 'Soccer World Expo' where you present your visual projects alongside cultural artifacts and stories shared by the cultural center or museum. Invite classmates, teachers, and community members to explore the diverse cultural significance of soccer through your multimedia presentations and skits. Engage with visitors by discussing your findings and experiences, and encourage them to share their own soccer-related stories and perspectives.

Plan

Week 1	Day 1	Day 2	Day 3	Day 4
Activities	Soccer Skills and Culture Workshop - Participate in an interactive session led by local soccer players and cultural experts to learn basic soccer techniques and explore the sport's cultural significance in various countries. (45 min)	Cultural Research Introduction - Begin researching the cultural significance of soccer in a country of your choice using resources provided by the cultural center or museum partners. (25 min) Create a Culture Profile - Develop a brief profile of the chosen country, focusing on how soccer influences its traditions, social dynamics, and celebrations. (20 min)	Historical Soccer Moment Exploration - Select a historical moment in soccer history relevant to your chosen country and research its cultural impact. (20 min) Script Development - Start drafting a script for a short skit or role-play depicting the selected historical soccer moment, highlighting its cultural relevance. (25 min)	Multimedia Presentation Planning - Plan the structure of a multimedia presentation that showcases soccer's influence on music, art, and fashion in your chosen culture, incorporating ideas for potential interviews. (25 min) Peer Sharing Session - Share your project ideas with classmates and receive initial feedback on your cultural profile and skit script. (20 min)
Deliverables	1. Submit a draft script for the skit or role-play depicting a historical moment in soccer history. 2. Submit a preliminary outline or sketch for the visual project, detailing the countries chosen and the aspects of soccer culture being explored.
Preparation	1. Arrange for local soccer players and cultural experts to lead the 'Soccer Skills and Culture Workshop' on Monday. 2. Gather materials for research, including books, articles, and access to online databases about soccer history and cultural impact. 3. Provide art supplies (e.g., paper, markers, colored pencils) for students to begin sketching their visual projects. 4. Coordinate with the cultural center or museum to provide additional resources or insights about soccer's cultural significance in selected countries.

Week 2	Day 1	Day 2	Day 3	Day 4
Activities	Cultural Artifact Exploration - Investigate cultural artifacts from your chosen country that highlight soccer's influence and prepare a summary of your findings. (25 min) Visual Project Drafting - Begin sketching ideas for your visual project that illustrates soccer's cultural significance in your chosen country. (20 min)	Skit Rehearsal - Rehearse your skit or role-play with classmates, incorporating feedback from the previous session to enhance cultural accuracy and engagement. (25 min) Interview Preparation - Draft questions and plan logistics for interviewing local artists or musicians about soccer's impact on culture. (20 min)	Multimedia Content Creation - Start creating multimedia elements for your presentation, focusing on integrating the cultural insights from your research and interviews. (30 min) Peer Review Exchange - Exchange drafts of your visual project with a classmate and provide constructive feedback. (15 min)	Feedback Integration - Incorporate peer and teacher feedback into your visual project and skit script, refining and enhancing your work. (25 min) Reflection Session - Reflect on your learning and progress so far, documenting how your understanding of soccer's cultural significance has evolved. (20 min)
Deliverables	1. A detailed script for the skit or role-play, highlighting the chosen historical moment in soccer. 2. Draft version of your multimedia presentation, showcasing soccer's impact on music, art, and fashion. Include preliminary research and any visuals or interviews collected.
Preparation	1. Gather resources such as books, articles, and online databases that provide information on historical moments in soccer and their cultural impact. 2. Access to video editing software or presentation tools like PowerPoint or Google Slides for crafting the multimedia presentation. 3. Coordinate with local artists or musicians for potential interviews or insights regarding soccer's influence in their fields. 4. Provide materials for skit/script development such as scripts, costumes, or props if needed. 5. Set up a time and space for the peer review session, ensuring all students have access to their classmates' drafts and a structured way to provide feedback.

Week 3	Day 1	Day 2	Day 3	Day 4
Activities	Final Visual Project Completion - Polish and complete your visual project by integrating insights from previous feedback and research, ensuring clarity and creativity. (25 min) Exhibition Planning - Organize and prepare your presentation space for the upcoming Soccer World Expo, deciding on the layout and any additional materials needed. (20 min)	Skit Finalization and Practice - Refine your skit or role-play script based on prior feedback and conduct a full rehearsal to ensure smooth delivery and cultural accuracy. (25 min) Multimedia Presentation Final Touches - Finalize your multimedia presentation, ensuring all elements are cohesive and clearly convey soccer's cultural influence. (20 min)	Gallery Walk Setup - Set up your visual project for the gallery walk, ensuring everything is displayed clearly and attractively. (15 min) Peer Feedback and Reflection - Facilitate a gallery walk where you can view and provide feedback on peers' projects, reflecting on how your understanding has evolved. (30 min)	Soccer World Expo Setup - Coordinate with classmates to set up the Soccer World Expo, arranging visual projects, skits, and multimedia presentations for display. (25 min) Soccer World Expo Presentation - Present your projects to classmates, teachers, and community members, engaging with visitors and sharing your discoveries. (20 min)
Deliverables	1. Complete and present a multimedia presentation on soccer's cultural impact. 2. Finish and display a visual project illustrating soccer's cultural significance. 3. Participate in a peer review session and provide feedback to classmates. 4. Successfully present your projects at the 'Soccer World Expo'.
Preparation	1. Ensure all multimedia presentation materials and equipment (e.g., projector, computer, speakers) are set up and functioning correctly. 2. Prepare the classroom or designated space for the gallery walk and 'Soccer World Expo', including arranging tables, setting up display areas, and organizing any necessary signage or materials. 3. Coordinate with the guest speaker from the cultural center or museum to finalize the schedule and topics for the reflective session. 4. Gather feedback forms or digital tools for peer review sessions to facilitate constructive feedback exchange. 5. Arrange for any cultural artifacts or materials from community partners to be displayed during the expo.