All grades
Project
2 weeks
"Fortnite Leadership Challenge: Level Up Your Habits!"
DA:Pr6.1.8.a
DA:Pr6.1.III.a
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.6.1
Self Directed Learning
Academic Mindset
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Purpose
Students will engage in a hands-on, project-based learning experience designed to cultivate leadership skills through the exploration of the "Leader in Me" habits. By integrating elements from Fortnite, students will collaboratively design a game or activity that embodies these leadership principles, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and self-directed learning. This project will encourage students to reflect on their roles as leaders within their school community, enhancing their sense of identity and belonging while meeting educational standards and competencies. As a model of the final product, students can create a Fortnite-inspired scavenger hunt that incorporates challenges reflecting each leadership habit, allowing peers to experience and learn these concepts interactively.
Learning goals
Students will collaboratively design a Fortnite-inspired leadership game that incorporates the habits of an effective leader, fostering creativity and teamwork. They will engage in discussions to explore leadership qualities and apply them in real-world scenarios within their school environment. Through self-reflection and peer feedback, students will develop self-directed learning skills and enhance their academic mindset, establishing a sense of identity and belonging. Critical thinking and problem-solving will be emphasized as students navigate complex questions about leadership and community impact. As a model of the final product, students can create a digital or physical game board that illustrates leadership challenges and solutions inspired by Fortnite, presenting it during an exhibition to classmates.
Standards
- DA:Pr6.1.8.a - Demonstrate leadership qualities (for example commitment, dependability, responsibility, and cooperation) when preparing for performances. Use performance etiquette and performance practices during class, rehearsal and performance. Document efforts and create a plan for ongoing improvements. Post-performance, accept notes from choreographer and apply corrections to future performances.
- DA:Pr6.1.III.a - Demonstrate leadership qualities (for example commitment, dependability, responsibility, and cooperation) when preparing for performances. Model performance etiquette and performance practices during class, rehearsal and performance. Enhance performance using a broad repertoire of strategies for dynamic projection. Develop a professional portfolio (resume, head shot, etc.) that documents the rehearsal and performance process with fluency in professional dance terminology and production terminology.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.6.1 - Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 6 topics, texts, and issues, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly.
Competencies
- Self Directed Learning - Students use teacher and peer feedback and self-reflection to monitor and direct their own learning while building self knowledge both in and out of the classroom.
- Academic Mindset - Students establish a sense of place, identity, and belonging to increase self-efficacy while engaging in critical reflection and action.
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving - Students consider a variety of innovative approaches to address and understand complex questions that are authentic and important to their communities.
Products
Students will collaboratively design a Fortnite-inspired board game that incorporates the eight habits of an effective leader. Throughout the project, they will document their process and reflections in a digital portfolio, showcasing their learning journey and leadership growth. By the end of the two weeks, students will present their game to peers and teachers, demonstrating their understanding of leadership qualities and strategies for dynamic projection. As a model of the final product, students can create a prototype of the board game with detailed instructions and visuals that illustrate how each habit is integrated into gameplay.
Launch
Begin the project with a Fortnite-inspired team challenge where students create a virtual map of their school, incorporating zones that symbolize each habit of an effective leader. Teams will collaborate to design activities within each zone that demonstrate the application of these habits in school settings. This interactive launch encourages students to engage in critical thinking and problem-solving, while fostering a sense of belonging and identity. The challenge will set the stage for deeper exploration of leadership qualities and self-directed learning throughout the project.
Exhibition
Students will design and host a "Leadership Fortnite Fair," where they present their Fortnite-inspired games or activities to classmates, teachers, and family members. Each student will showcase how their project incorporates the habits of an effective leader, demonstrating proactive strategies, collaboration, and critical thinking. The fair will include interactive stations where visitors can engage with each project and provide feedback. Students will document their learning journey and reflections in a portfolio, highlighting their growth and leadership skills throughout the project. As a model of the final product, students can create a digital portfolio or video presentation that captures the essence of their project and its impact on their understanding of leadership.
Plan
| Week 1 | Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 | Day 5 |
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Project Launch and Introduction - Begin with a Fortnite-inspired team challenge where students create a virtual map of their school, incorporating zones that symbolize each habit of an effective leader. Teams will collaborate to design activities within each zone that demonstrate the application of these habits in school settings. This interactive launch encourages students to engage in critical thinking and problem-solving, while fostering a sense of belonging and identity. (60 min)
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Explore Habit 1: Be Proactive - Students will participate in a role-play activity where they must demonstrate proactive behavior in various school scenarios, followed by a discussion on how these actions can lead to effective leadership. (30 min)
Reflection and Documentation - Students will document their experiences and insights from the role-play activity in their digital portfolio, reflecting on how being proactive can enhance leadership skills. (30 min)
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Explore Habit 2: Begin with the End in Mind - Students will work in small groups to create a vision board for a successful school project, discussing the importance of having clear objectives and goals. (30 min)
Vision Board Presentation - Each group will present their vision board to the class, explaining how starting with the end in mind helps in achieving success. (30 min)
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Explore Habit 3: Put First Things First - Students will engage in a prioritization activity where they must order tasks for a hypothetical school event, learning to distinguish between urgent and important tasks. (30 min)
Reflection and Discussion - Students will reflect on the prioritization activity and discuss the impact of putting first things first on leadership effectiveness. (30 min)
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Explore Habit 4: Think Win-Win - Conduct a collaborative negotiation simulation where students must reach a win-win solution to a school-related problem, highlighting the importance of mutual benefit in leadership. (30 min)
Feedback and Reflection - Students will give and receive feedback on their negotiation strategies and document their learnings in their digital portfolio. (30 min)
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| Deliverables |
1. A collaborative virtual map of the school with zones for each leadership habit.
2. Infographics or visuals for each of the 8 leadership habits. 3. A prototype of the Fortnite-inspired board game activity that incorporates leadership habits. |
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| Preparation |
1. Gather materials for creating visual or infographic representations (markers, poster boards, digital tools).
2. Prepare digital tools or software for creating a virtual map (e.g., Google Slides, Minecraft Education Edition). 3. Collect resources and articles on leadership habits for student research. 4. Set up a peer review framework and guidelines for providing constructive feedback. 5. Plan and organize the space for group work and presentations. |
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| Week 2 | Day 6 | Day 7 | Day 8 | Day 9 | Day 10 |
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Game Design Review - Students will revisit their Fortnite-inspired board game prototypes, analyzing feedback received and discussing improvements to better integrate the 8 habits of an effective leader (20 min)
Prototype Refinement - Teams will refine their game designs, ensuring each habit is clearly represented and gameplay is engaging and educational (30 min)
Peer Feedback Session - Conduct a peer review where students play each other’s games and provide constructive feedback (10 min)
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Incorporating Feedback - Students will apply peer feedback to make final adjustments to their games, focusing on clarity and educational value (30 min)
Reflection Journaling - Individually, students will reflect on their learning journey and document how the project has enhanced their understanding of leadership (15 min)
Preparation for Presentation - Teams will plan their presentation strategy for showcasing their game at the Leadership Fortnite Fair (15 min)
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Presentation Rehearsal - Students will practice presenting their Fortnite-inspired games, focusing on clear communication of the leadership habits featured in their design (20 min)
Creating Visual Aids - Teams will develop posters or digital slides that highlight key elements of their game and leadership concepts (20 min)
Exhibition Setup - Begin organizing the classroom for the Leadership Fortnite Fair, assigning roles and responsibilities (20 min)
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Final Touches - Students will conduct a final check of their games and presentation materials to ensure readiness for the exhibition (20 min)
Mock Exhibition - Conduct a dress rehearsal of the Leadership Fortnite Fair with classmates acting as visitors, providing constructive feedback (20 min)
Improvement Planning - Based on mock exhibition feedback, students will identify and plan any last-minute adjustments (20 min)
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Leadership Fortnite Fair - Host the exhibition where students present their games to classmates, teachers, and family, demonstrating their understanding of leadership through interactive gameplay (40 min)
Feedback and Reflection - Collect feedback from visitors and reflect as a class on the project experience, discussing insights and leadership growth (10 min)
Celebration and Debrief - Celebrate student achievements and debrief on the skills and habits developed throughout the project (10 min)
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| Deliverables |
1. A completed Fortnite-inspired game board with zones representing each leadership habit.
2. A digital portfolio documenting the design process, reflections, and feedback received. 3. A presentation explaining the game design and its educational purpose. |
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| Preparation |
1. Gather materials for game board creation, such as poster boards, markers, and craft supplies.
2. Reserve a space for the Leadership Fortnite Fair and ensure necessary technology (e.g., projectors, tablets) is available. 3. Prepare feedback forms for visitors to provide input during the exhibition. 4. Organize any necessary communication with community partners, such as the principal, to attend the exhibition. |
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