Plan
| Week 1 |
Day 1
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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: Role-Play Fiesta - Kick off the project with an interactive 'Role-Play Fiesta' where students take on roles as restaurant staff and customers, using props to simulate a real restaurant environment. Students will practice basic dialogues to introduce themselves to the context of the project. (45 min)
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Menu Brainstorming Session - In groups, students brainstorm and list possible food and drink items for their Spanish-language restaurant menus, exploring vocabulary and cultural aspects of Spanish cuisine. (25 min)
Introduction to Present Tense Verbs - Through examples and guided practice, students learn key present tense verbs used in restaurant scenarios, applying them in simple sentences. (20 min)
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Menu Design Workshop - Students begin drafting their restaurant menus, focusing on incorporating at least 10 food items and drinks using the appropriate vocabulary. Peer feedback will help refine ideas. (30 min)
Reflection Wall Introduction - Introduce the classroom reflection wall where students can post thoughts on language discoveries and group experiences using sticky notes. (15 min)
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Dialogue Writing Session - Students work in pairs to draft dialogues between a waiter/waitress and a customer, focusing on using present tense verbs and the structure 'ir + a + infinitive'. (30 min)
Peer Review of Dialogues - Pairs exchange dialogues with another pair for peer review and constructive feedback, emphasizing language accuracy and creativity. (15 min)
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Revising Dialogues - Students revise their dialogues based on peer feedback, aiming to enhance language precision and creativity. (20 min)
Menu Finalization - Groups finalize their menu designs, incorporating feedback to ensure a diverse and culturally authentic menu. (25 min)
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| Deliverables |
1. Draft menu with at least 10 food items and drinks, complete with descriptions.
2. Initial draft of waiter/waitress and customer interaction dialogue. 3. Reflection notes on the classroom wall detailing language discoveries and group dynamics experiences. |
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| Preparation |
1. Arrange classroom into a restaurant setting with props like menus, aprons, and table settings.
2. Gather digital devices and tools for menu design, including access to design software or applications. 3. Prepare examples of Spanish menus and dialogues for reference. 4. Create a reflection wall in the classroom for students to post sticky notes. 5. Organize resources on Spanish cuisine and language structure guides for student research. |
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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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Menu Design Refinement - Students work in groups to refine their menu designs, ensuring cultural authenticity and variety. Incorporate peer and teacher feedback from Week 1. (25 min)
Dialogue Practice - Begin rehearsing dialogues, focusing on pronunciation and fluency. Students practice in pairs, using feedback from previous sessions to improve language accuracy and creativity. (20 min)
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Interactive Role-Play - Students rotate roles as waiters/waitresses and customers, practicing their dialogues in a simulated restaurant environment. Encourage real-time language use and adaptability. (30 min)
Reflection Wall Contributions - Students add new insights and experiences to the reflection wall, focusing on language discoveries and their collaborative experiences. (15 min)
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Digital Menu Creation - Introduce students to digital tools for creating visually appealing menus. Groups begin designing their digital cookbooks, incorporating images and descriptions of each dish. (45 min)
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Audio/Video Recording Session - Students record their dialogues using digital tools, focusing on clear pronunciation and expressive delivery. Begin editing recordings for presentation. (30 min)
Peer Feedback Exchange - Share recordings with peers for constructive feedback, emphasizing language fluency and theatrical performance techniques. (15 min)
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Dialogue Revision and Finalization - Students refine their recorded dialogues based on peer feedback, ensuring clarity and engagement for their final presentations. (25 min)
Menu Presentation Preparation - Groups prepare to present their digital cookbooks to the class, organizing content and practicing delivery skills. (20 min)
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| Deliverables |
1. Revised menu designs with Spanish translations and digital formatting.
2. Drafted dialogues using present tense verbs and future expressions. 3. Recorded audio or video performances of student dialogues. 4. Peer feedback notes on both menus and dialogues. 5. Individual reflection entries on the learning process and feedback integration. |
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| Preparation |
1. Organize feedback forms for menu critique session.
2. Prepare digital tools and resources for menu design (e.g., laptops, design software). 3. Create dialogue writing guides and sample scripts focusing on key language structures. 4. Set up peer review rubrics for dialogue assessment. 5. Ensure availability of recording equipment and software for audio/video capture. |
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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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Final Role-Play Rehearsals - Conduct final rehearsals of dialogues, focusing on expressive delivery and language precision in preparation for 'Restaurant Day'. (25 min)
Digital Cookbook Editing - Groups finalize and polish their digital cookbooks, ensuring all images and descriptions are clear and engaging. (20 min)
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Restaurant Day Simulation - Host a 'Restaurant Day' where students role-play as staff and customers, using their dialogues in live interactions. Assess performances through peer and teacher feedback. (45 min)
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Peer Review Session - Facilitate a peer review of the digital cookbooks and recorded dialogues, encouraging constructive feedback on creativity and language accuracy. (25 min)
Reflection Journal Entry - Students write a reflective journal entry in Spanish about their project experience, focusing on language growth and group collaboration. (20 min)
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Exhibition Preparation - Prepare for the 'Cultural Cuisine Showcase', organizing booths and rehearsing presentations to engage the audience effectively. (25 min)
Final Dialogue Recording - Make any last edits to dialogue recordings based on feedback, ensuring a polished final product for exhibition. (20 min)
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Cultural Cuisine Showcase - Host the exhibition where students present their digital cookbooks and perform dialogues for peers, teachers, and community members. Celebrate the culmination of the project. (45 min)
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| Deliverables |
1. Completed digital cookbook with designed menus and images.
2. Recorded or performed dialogue showcasing language skills and creativity. 3. Reflective journal entry in Spanish detailing personal growth and language understanding. 4. Participation in 'Cultural Cuisine Showcase' presenting menus and performing dialogues. 5. Feedback received from peers and teacher during review sessions to incorporate into final products. |
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| Preparation |
1. Set up rehearsal space with necessary props like menus, aprons, and table settings.
2. Provide access to computers or tablets for digital cookbook editing. 3. Prepare peer review templates to guide students in providing feedback. 4. Arrange the venue for the 'Cultural Cuisine Showcase' with booths and presentation areas. 5. Gather materials for reflection wall setup, such as sticky notes and pens. |
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