Plan
| Week 1 |
Day 1
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Day 2
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| Activities |
Project Introduction and Essential Question Discussion - Introduce the project and discuss the essential question: 'How can we design a garden layout using multiplication to determine the number of plants needed in each section?' (15 min)
Garden Blueprint Day: Tile Exploration - Students use colored tiles to create physical models of garden layouts, practicing multiplication to determine the number of tiles needed for each section. (45 min)
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Multiplication in Garden Design - Collaborative activity where students solve multiplication problems related to garden design, reinforcing teamwork and communication skills. (30 min)
Reflection Journal Introduction - Introduce students to the reflection journal, guiding them to document their learning process and collaboration experiences. (30 min)
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| Deliverables |
1. Physical model of garden layout using colored tiles
2. Preliminary garden design sketch on graph paper 3. Reflection journal entry on experiences and learning process |
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| Preparation |
1. Gather colored tiles for modeling garden layouts
2. Prepare graph paper for garden design sketches 3. Organize multiplication problem sets related to garden planning 4. Coordinate a visit from a landscape architect 5. Set up a feedback system for garden layout critiques 6. Create reflection journals for students |
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| Week 2 |
Day 3
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Day 4
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| Activities |
Gallery Walk and Feedback Session - Students display their garden layout models and participate in a gallery walk to provide and receive peer feedback, focusing on multiplication calculations and design aesthetics. (30 min)
Feedback Reflection and Revision - Students reflect on the feedback received and make necessary revisions to their garden layouts, ensuring alignment with multiplication concepts. (30 min)
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Landscape Architect Workshop - A landscape architect visits the classroom to guide students in refining their garden designs, applying multiplication to calculate plant quantities and layout dimensions. (30 min)
Final Design Preparation - Students finalize their garden layout models, incorporating expert advice and preparing for the upcoming Garden Fair. (30 min)
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| Deliverables |
1. Completed scale model of the community garden using recycled materials.
2. A journal reflection documenting the learning process, challenges, feedback received, and how it was applied. 3. A digital portfolio entry with photos and written or video reflections on the project, including the role of multiplication in their design. 4. Presentation of the final garden model at the Garden Fair, explaining the multiplication calculations and design choices. |
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| Preparation |
1. Gather materials for final garden model construction, including additional recycled materials, glue, scissors, and colored tiles.
2. Prepare feedback forms for peers to use during the gallery walk. 3. Set up a space for the gallery walk, ensuring each student has a display area. 4. Arrange for the landscape architect to be present for feedback and guidance. 5. Ensure digital devices are available for students to document their reflections and upload to their digital portfolios. |
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