Learning Journey
Project Activities
Days 1 - 12
Activities
Project Introduction and Essential Question Exploration
Activity

Begin with an interactive discussion to introduce the project and essential question: 'How can we use artistic expression to make the process of solving equations more relatable and understandable for our peers?'

Collaborative Story Creation
Activity

Students work in small groups to brainstorm and draft a narrative that incorporates their daily lives and the concept of solving equations in one variable, using specific math vocabulary.

Story to Song/Poem Transformation
Activity

Groups transform their narratives into a song or poem, focusing on creatively incorporating mathematical vocabulary and the steps for solving equations.

Peer Feedback Session
Activity

Groups share their initial song or poem drafts with peers for feedback, focusing on clarity and creativity in the use of math vocabulary.

Story Development and Math Vocabulary Integration
Activity

Students refine their narratives by focusing on integrating specific math vocabulary related to solving equations in one variable, ensuring clarity and connection to real-world contexts.

Peer Review and Reflection
Activity

Engage in a peer review session where students share their refined stories and receive constructive feedback to enhance their narrative and mathematical vocabulary integration.

Song/Poem Draft Refinement
Activity

Students incorporate peer feedback to improve their initial song or poem drafts, focusing on enhancing creative expression and mathematical accuracy.

Creative Performance Preparation
Activity

Begin preparing for a performance by practicing storytelling, song, or poem delivery, emphasizing expression and engagement with mathematical concepts.

Rhythm and Rhyme Workshop
Activity

Facilitate a session where students explore rhythm and rhyme schemes to enhance their songs or poems, focusing on integrating mathematical concepts seamlessly.

Math Concept Deep Dive
Activity

Conduct a mini-workshop where students revisit key math vocabulary and concepts related to solving equations to ensure accuracy and depth in their creative work.

Peer Performance Feedback
Activity

Students perform their work-in-progress songs or poems for another group, focusing on expression and clarity of the mathematical process, and receive constructive feedback.

Reflection and Revision
Activity

Allow time for students to reflect on feedback and make revisions to their work, emphasizing the refinement of both artistic and mathematical elements.

Final Performance Rehearsal
Activity

Students rehearse their final performance pieces, focusing on seamless integration of mathematical concepts and artistic expression to ensure clarity and engagement.

Feedback and Fine-tuning Session
Activity

In small groups, students share their performances and receive targeted feedback to refine their delivery and ensure all math vocabulary and concepts are accurately represented.

Multimedia Presentation Planning
Activity

Students outline their multimedia presentations, deciding on visuals or additional elements to enhance their story, song, or poem's impact and clarity.

Technical Setup and Practice
Activity

Allocate time for students to practice using any technology or tools required for their multimedia presentations, ensuring smooth execution during the final showcase.

Final Multimedia Presentation Assembly
Activity

Students integrate their story, song, or poem with selected visuals and multimedia elements to create a cohesive final presentation, ensuring each component effectively communicates the mathematical process and artistic expression.

Peer Review and Feedback Exchange
Activity

Students present their multimedia projects to peer groups for constructive critique, focusing on clarity, engagement, and effective use of mathematical vocabulary and concepts.

Incorporate Feedback and Final Adjustments
Activity

Students apply peer feedback to refine their multimedia presentations, making final adjustments to content and delivery to enhance clarity and impact.

Reflection and Self-Assessment
Activity

Students reflect on their learning journey, documenting insights and challenges encountered during the project, and assessing their growth in both mathematical understanding and creative expression.

Final Presentation Rehearsal
Activity

Conduct a full run-through of multimedia presentations, focusing on timing, clarity of math concepts, and artistic delivery.

Peer and Teacher Feedback
Activity

Presenters receive targeted feedback from peers and the teacher, emphasizing areas for final improvement in content and delivery.

Showcase Preparation
Activity

Make final adjustments to presentations based on feedback, ensuring all components effectively convey mathematical understanding and artistic expression.

Final Presentation Gallery Walk
Activity

Host a classroom gallery walk where students present their multimedia projects to peers and invited guests, engaging in discussions about their creative process and mathematical insights.