Learning Journey
Project Activities
Days 1 - 50
Activities
Introduction to Human Rights
Activity

Facilitate a discussion on the importance of having rights for everyone, introducing the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, and exploring the essential question: Why is it important for everyone to have rights, no matter where they live or who they are?

Story Circle Session
Activity

Organize a storytelling session where students share personal narratives or stories they've heard related to human rights, followed by group discussions to reflect on their impact and identify any 'single stories' present.

Story Swap Preparation
Activity

Guide students in preparing brief personal narratives to share in the upcoming Story Swap Day, focusing on identifying and challenging 'single stories' and fostering understanding through diverse perspectives.

Story Swap Day
Activity

Host an event where students exchange personal narratives with peers and community members, identifying and challenging 'single stories' and fostering understanding through diverse perspectives.

Reflection and Feedback
Activity

Facilitate a feedback session where students reflect on their experiences during the Story Swap Day and receive peer feedback on their narratives.

Understanding Fairness and Respect
Activity

Conduct an interactive activity focused on democratic principles, such as equality, fairness, and respect, using role-playing scenarios to illustrate these concepts.

Analyzing Stories
Activity

Guide students in critically thinking about stories they hear and read, discussing how to spot if they are fair or if they leave out important parts.

Workshop with Human Rights Organization
Activity

Partner with a local human rights organization to host an interactive workshop where students engage with the Universal Declaration of Human Rights through role-playing scenarios.

Introduction to Perspective Taking
Activity

Engage students in a discussion about understanding different points of view, using simple scenarios to highlight the importance of considering others' perspectives.

Perspective Role-Play
Activity

Students participate in role-playing activities where they assume different perspectives, practicing empathy and understanding in various situations.

Exploring Single Stories
Activity

Facilitate a session where students identify examples of 'single stories' in media and literature, discussing their impact and how they shape perceptions.

Creating a Story Map
Activity

Guide students in developing a story map that includes multiple perspectives, challenging 'single stories' by incorporating diverse viewpoints.

Story Map Presentation
Activity

Students present their story maps to peers, highlighting how they included multiple perspectives to challenge 'single stories'.

Peer Feedback Session
Activity

Conduct a feedback circle where students offer constructive feedback on each other's story maps, focusing on the effectiveness of perspective inclusion.

Writing Workshop: Crafting Narratives
Activity

Host a writing workshop where students begin drafting personal narratives that reflect diverse perspectives and challenge stereotypes.

Reflective Journal
Activity

Students write in their journals about the insights gained from the feedback session and how they plan to incorporate those insights into their narratives.

Collaboration with Local Author
Activity

Facilitate a session with a local author who shares techniques for crafting compelling narratives and provides feedback on student drafts.

Revising Narratives
Activity

Students use feedback from the author and peers to revise their narratives, focusing on clarity and diversity of perspectives.

Exploring the Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Activity

Students examine different articles of the UDHR and discuss their significance in promoting global fairness and respect.

Group Story Analysis
Activity

In small groups, students analyze short stories for underlying messages about equality and fairness, identifying any 'single stories' or stereotypes.

Workshop with Local Author
Activity

Host a session with a local author who shares insights on crafting narratives that challenge stereotypes and highlights diverse perspectives.

Story Brainstorming Session
Activity

Students brainstorm ideas for their own narratives, focusing on themes of fairness and human rights.

Narrative Drafting
Activity

Students begin drafting their stories, incorporating feedback from peers and teachers on their initial ideas.

Peer Review and Feedback
Activity

Students exchange drafts with peers, providing constructive feedback focused on clarity, perspective, and challenging 'single stories'.

Revision Workshop
Activity

Guided by teacher prompts, students revise their narratives based on peer feedback, enhancing their storytelling techniques.

Human Rights Role-Play
Activity

Students participate in role-playing scenarios to explore different perspectives and practice empathy, focusing on the application of human rights principles.

Reflection and Goal Setting
Activity

Students reflect on their learning journey so far and set goals for the coming weeks to improve their narratives and understanding of human rights.

Exploring Diverse Narratives
Activity

Facilitate a discussion on the power of diverse narratives in challenging stereotypes and promoting fairness, introducing examples from various cultures.

Story Analysis Workshop
Activity

Guide students in analyzing selected narratives for themes of justice and equity, focusing on identifying diverse perspectives and challenging 'single stories'.

Narrative Development Session
Activity

Students work on developing their own narrative drafts, incorporating feedback from previous sessions and emphasizing diverse perspectives.

Peer Review Circle
Activity

Conduct peer review sessions where students exchange drafts and provide constructive feedback, focusing on clarity and inclusivity of perspectives.

Human Rights Reflection
Activity

Host a reflective session where students connect their narratives to the principles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, discussing the importance of fairness and respect.

Collaborative Editing Workshop
Activity

Facilitate a collaborative editing workshop where students revise their narratives based on peer feedback, ensuring diverse perspectives are well-represented.

Illustration and Multimedia Integration
Activity

Guide students in creating illustrations or multimedia elements to enhance their narratives, focusing on visual storytelling techniques.

Feedback and Reflection Journals
Activity

Students write reflective journal entries on their progress and insights gained from integrating illustrations or multimedia elements.

Narrative Presentation Preparation
Activity

Assist students in preparing to present their narratives, practicing oral storytelling techniques and refining presentation skills.

Community Engagement Planning
Activity

Plan for engaging community partners in the presentation event, discussing how to facilitate meaningful dialogue with attendees on justice and equity themes.

Analyzing Diverse Narratives
Activity

Students work in groups to analyze narratives from the digital anthology, focusing on identifying diverse perspectives and challenging stereotypes.

Peer Discussion
Activity

Facilitate small group discussions where students share their analysis and reflect on the impact of diverse narratives on their understanding of fairness and respect.

Interview Preparation
Activity

Guide students in preparing interview questions for community members about their experiences with fairness and respect, emphasizing open-ended questions that elicit diverse perspectives.

Role-Playing Interviews
Activity

Students practice their interview skills through role-playing scenarios with peers, receiving feedback on clarity and empathy.

Community Interviews
Activity

Students conduct interviews with community members, focusing on gathering narratives that highlight diverse experiences and perspectives on human rights.

Reflection and Note-Taking
Activity

Students reflect on their interviews, taking notes on key insights and considering how these narratives can inform their own stories.

Narrative Revision Workshop
Activity

Using insights from community interviews, students revise their narratives to incorporate authentic voices and challenge 'single stories'.

Peer Feedback Session
Activity

Students exchange revised narratives with peers, providing feedback focused on the integration of diverse perspectives and clarity.

Celebrating Diverse Voices
Activity

Host a classroom showcase where students present their revised narratives, highlighting the diverse voices and perspectives they incorporated.

Group Reflection
Activity

Facilitate a group reflection session where students discuss their learning experiences and how their understanding of fairness and respect has evolved.

Narrative Refinement
Activity

Guide students to refine their narratives with a focus on integrating feedback from peers and teachers, ensuring clarity and diverse perspectives are well-represented

Illustration and Multimedia Planning
Activity

Assist students in planning illustrations or multimedia elements to complement their narratives, emphasizing visual storytelling techniques

Collaborative Workshop with Human Rights Organization
Activity

Partner with a human rights organization to host a workshop where students engage in interactive activities that connect their narratives to human rights principles

Reflection Journal Entry
Activity

Encourage students to write journal entries reflecting on insights gained from the human rights workshop and their narrative progress

Peer Feedback Session
Activity

Facilitate peer feedback circles where students exchange narratives and provide constructive feedback focused on enhancing clarity and inclusivity of diverse perspectives

Revision and Editing Workshop
Activity

Guide students in revising their narratives based on peer feedback, focusing on storytelling techniques and coherence

Multimedia Integration Workshop
Activity

Help students integrate illustrations or multimedia elements into their narratives, practicing techniques that enhance storytelling

Feedback and Reflection Journals
Activity

Students write reflective journal entries on their progress and insights from integrating multimedia elements

Narrative Presentation Rehearsal
Activity

Assist students in rehearsing their narrative presentations, practicing oral storytelling techniques and refining presentation skills

Community Engagement Strategy
Activity

Plan strategies for engaging community partners during the presentation event, discussing facilitation of meaningful dialogue on justice and equity themes

Revisiting the Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Activity

Facilitate a group activity where students collaboratively review the UDHR articles and connect them to their narratives, emphasizing fairness and respect

Narrative Refinement for Clarity
Activity

Guide students in refining their narratives with a focus on clarity and coherence, integrating insights from the UDHR review

Storytelling Techniques Workshop
Activity

Host a session where students learn advanced storytelling techniques from local storytellers, focusing on enhancing their narratives

Peer Review and Feedback
Activity

Students exchange narratives with peers, providing feedback on storytelling techniques and clarity

Multimedia Enhancement Session
Activity

Assist students in integrating multimedia elements into their narratives, focusing on visual storytelling techniques

Feedback and Reflection Journals
Activity

Students write reflective journal entries on their multimedia integration progress and insights gained from peer feedback

Narrative Presentation Practice
Activity

Facilitate a rehearsal session where students practice presenting their narratives, focusing on oral storytelling techniques and engagement

Community Engagement Planning
Activity

Students collaboratively plan strategies for engaging community partners during the presentation event, discussing dialogue facilitation on justice and equity themes

Final Narrative Revisions
Activity

Guide students in making final revisions to their narratives, ensuring clarity, coherence, and inclusion of diverse perspectives

Preparation for Voices for Justice Fair
Activity

Assist students in preparing their presentation booths and materials for the upcoming exhibition event, focusing on highlighting diverse narratives and themes of justice

Introduction to 'Voices for Justice Fair'
Activity

Facilitate a discussion about the upcoming exhibition event and outline the objectives related to human rights and narrative presentation.

Narrative Refinement and Peer Feedback
Activity

Students refine their narratives based on the discussion and exchange feedback with peers to ensure clarity and inclusion of diverse perspectives.

Multimedia Enhancement Workshop
Activity

Guide students in enhancing their narratives with multimedia elements, focusing on visual storytelling techniques.

Peer Review of Multimedia Elements
Activity

Facilitate a session where students review each other's multimedia integrations and provide constructive feedback.

Presentation Skills Workshop
Activity

Conduct a workshop on effective oral storytelling and presentation skills, emphasizing engagement and clarity.

Rehearsal and Feedback
Activity

Students rehearse their narrative presentations and receive peer feedback to refine their delivery.

Final Booth Preparation
Activity

Assist students in preparing their presentation booths, ensuring materials highlight diverse narratives and themes of justice.

Community Engagement Strategy
Activity

Collaboratively plan strategies for engaging community partners during the exhibition, focusing on dialogue facilitation on justice themes.

Reflective Journals and Goal Setting
Activity

Students write reflective journal entries on their learning journey and set goals for the exhibition event.

Preparation for 'Voices for Justice Fair'
Activity

Conduct a final review of presentation materials and strategies, ensuring readiness for the upcoming event.

Exhibition Setup Strategy
Activity

Collaboratively plan the layout and flow of the 'Voices for Justice Fair,' ensuring each booth effectively highlights diverse narratives and themes of justice.

Narrative Finalization
Activity

Guide students in making final adjustments to their narratives, ensuring clarity, coherence, and inclusion of diverse perspectives.

Rehearsal for Presentation
Activity

Facilitate a rehearsal session where students practice presenting their narratives with a focus on oral storytelling techniques and audience engagement.

Peer Feedback on Presentation
Activity

Students provide feedback to each other on presentation skills, focusing on clarity and engagement strategies.

Visual and Multimedia Refinement
Activity

Assist students in refining visual and multimedia elements to enhance their narrative presentations, focusing on impact and alignment with themes.

Interactive Engagement Preparation
Activity

Plan interactive elements for the booths that encourage audience participation and meaningful dialogue on justice and equity.

Final Presentation Rehearsal
Activity

Conduct a final run-through of narrative presentations, refining delivery and ensuring students are confident in their storytelling.

Community Engagement Plan
Activity

Collaboratively design strategies for facilitating discussions with community partners at the 'Voices for Justice Fair.'

Reflective Journals
Activity

Students write reflective journal entries on their learning journey and expectations for the exhibition event.

Exhibition Preparation
Activity

Conduct a thorough review of all presentation materials and booth setups, ensuring readiness for the 'Voices for Justice Fair.'

Final Narrative Polishing
Activity

Guide students in making final edits to their narratives, ensuring clarity and the inclusion of diverse perspectives.

Multimedia Review and Enhancement
Activity

Assist students in reviewing and enhancing multimedia elements within their narratives for maximum impact.

Final Presentation Rehearsal
Activity

Facilitate a full rehearsal of narrative presentations, focusing on delivery, engagement, and clarity.

Peer and Teacher Feedback Session
Activity

Conduct a feedback session where students receive constructive input on their rehearsals to refine their presentations.

Exhibition Setup
Activity

Guide students in setting up their booths for the 'Voices for Justice Fair,' ensuring all materials are ready and accessible.

Community Engagement Strategy Review
Activity

Collaboratively review strategies for engaging community partners and facilitating dialogue on justice themes.

Reflective Writing and Goal Setting
Activity

Students write reflective journal entries about their learning journey and set personal goals for the exhibition event.

Final Preparations for 'Voices for Justice Fair'
Activity

Conduct a last check of presentation materials and strategies to ensure readiness for the event.

Voices for Justice Fair
Activity

Host the culmination event where students present their narratives to peers, family, and community members, engaging in discussions on justice and equity.