Plan
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Day 2
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Day 3
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Day 4
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Day 5
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Project Launch - Begin with a storytelling session featuring the North Carolina Battle of the Books, focusing on authors who have faced censorship, followed by a brainstorming session where students identify censored books or media. (45 min)
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Essential Question Exploration - Introduce the essential question 'How do different countries' approaches to censorship reflect their cultural values and political systems?' through a guided discussion and group exploration. (25 min)
Research Activity - Students research examples of censorship in different countries, collecting media sources and articles to analyze cultural and political influences. (20 min)
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Point of View Analysis - Students work in pairs to assess how point of view shapes the content and style of texts related to censorship, using examples from their research. (30 min)
Media Integration - Evaluate diverse media formats by comparing visual and textual representations of censorship, discussing how each format influences understanding. (15 min)
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Community Partner Introduction - Host a session with a local tech company or digital rights group on internet censorship and digital privacy, exploring how technology affects information access. (30 min)
Workshop Preparation - Students prepare questions and topics for the upcoming workshop with community partners, focusing on digital freedom and advocacy. (15 min)
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Argument Evaluation - Students delineate and evaluate arguments and claims in their collected texts, assessing reasoning validity and evidence sufficiency. (25 min)
Reflective Peer Review - Implement a reflective peer review process where students evaluate each other's analysis, focusing on argument clarity and depth. (20 min)
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| Deliverables |
1. A mind map illustrating initial thoughts and questions about censorship, reflecting individual and group brainstorming results.
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| Preparation |
1. Prepare a dynamic storytelling presentation on the North Carolina Battle of the Books and censorship.
2. Compile a list of books and media that have been subject to censorship for discussion. 3. Organize digital and print research materials, including access to online databases and library resources. 4. Coordinate with a local tech company or digital rights group for an introductory workshop. 5. Set up a collaborative online platform for students to share and document their research findings. |
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| Week 2 |
Day 6
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Day 7
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Day 8
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Day 9
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Day 10
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Research Censorship Laws - Students will research censorship laws in different countries, focusing on how they reflect cultural values and political systems (45 min)
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Compare Global vs. US Censorship - Students will analyze case studies comparing global censorship practices to those in the US, evaluating arguments and evidence presented (45 min)
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Workshop with Community Partner - Engage with a local tech company or digital rights group to explore how technology affects censorship and information access, and discuss advocacy strategies (45 min)
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Digital Campaign Planning - Students will start planning their digital campaigns, outlining key messages and goals for raising awareness about censorship issues using diverse media formats (45 min)
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Peer Review Session - Implement a reflective peer review process where students evaluate each other's campaign plans, focusing on clarity of argument and depth of analysis (45 min)
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| Deliverables |
1. Completed visual storyboard for the digital campaign.
2. Drafts of social media posts and website content for the digital campaign. |
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| Preparation |
1. Coordinate with a local tech company or digital rights group to schedule the workshop on internet censorship and digital privacy.
2. Provide access to research materials, including articles, videos, and databases, covering censorship practices in different countries. 3. Prepare materials for creating visual storyboards, such as poster boards, markers, and digital design software. 4. Set up a peer review rubric focusing on clarity of argument, depth of analysis, and emotional resonance to guide feedback sessions. |
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| Week 3 |
Day 11
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Day 12
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Day 13
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Day 14
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Day 15
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Digital Campaign Design - Students refine their digital campaign designs, focusing on integrating diverse media formats to effectively communicate their messages about censorship issues. (45 min)
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Website Development Workshop - Students begin developing their campaign websites, incorporating key messages and visual elements that reflect their understanding of global and US censorship. (45 min)
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Social Media Content Creation - Students create social media posts, videos, and graphics to support their digital campaigns, ensuring alignment with their advocacy goals. (45 min)
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Community Partner Feedback Session - Students present their draft campaigns to community partners for feedback, focusing on the clarity of their advocacy messages and effectiveness of media use. (30 min)
Feedback Integration - Students revise their campaigns based on feedback, improving the clarity and depth of their analysis and presentation. (15 min)
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Reflective Peer Review - Conduct a peer review session where students evaluate each other's final campaign drafts, providing constructive feedback on message effectiveness and media integration. (25 min)
Final Revisions - Students incorporate peer feedback to finalize their digital campaigns, ensuring a polished and impactful presentation. (20 min)
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| Deliverables |
1. Completed storyboard for the digital campaign
2. Draft social media graphics and website content 3. Peer review feedback form completed for another group's campaign |
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| Preparation |
1. Coordinate with the local tech company or digital rights group to schedule the workshop and prepare relevant materials.
2. Ensure access to computers and internet for research and multimedia content creation. 3. Provide templates for storyboards and guidance on creating effective digital campaigns. 4. Prepare peer review feedback forms to guide constructive critique. |
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| Week 4 |
Day 16
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Day 17
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Day 18
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Day 19
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Day 20
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Gallery Setup Planning - Students collaborate to plan the layout and organization of their 'Global Voices Gallery' exhibit, deciding on the arrangement of artwork and digital displays. (25 min)
Exhibit Preparation - Students begin preparing their visual and digital artwork for display, ensuring all materials are ready for the exhibition. (20 min)
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Final Campaign Presentation - Students present their finalized digital campaigns to the class, highlighting key messages and media integration. (30 min)
Peer Feedback Session - Conduct a peer review where students provide feedback on each other's presentations, focusing on message clarity and impact. (15 min)
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Exhibition Setup - Students work in teams to set up the 'Global Voices Gallery,' arranging artwork and digital displays according to their plans. (45 min)
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Exhibition Rehearsal - Conduct a rehearsal of the exhibition, with students practicing how they will guide visitors through their displays and explain their projects. (25 min)
Reflection Preparation - Students prepare reflective statements about their learning experiences throughout the project, to be shared during the exhibition. (20 min)
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Global Voices Gallery Exhibition - Host the 'Global Voices Gallery' exhibition, inviting families and community members to explore students' artwork and digital campaigns. (45 min)
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| Deliverables |
1. Completed digital campaign, including a website and social media content that raise awareness about global and US censorship issues.
2. Visual and digital artwork for the 'Global Voices Gallery' that captures insights and perspectives on censorship. |
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| Preparation |
1. Coordinate with community partners to facilitate the workshop on digital campaigns.
2. Ensure technology resources, such as computers and internet access, are available for students to develop their digital campaigns. 3. Arrange the exhibition space for the 'Global Voices Gallery,' including any necessary equipment for multimedia presentations. 4. Prepare materials for peer review sessions, such as feedback forms and guidelines for constructive criticism. |
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