Question
Students will formulate compelling open-ended questions about the historical milestones, cultural impacts, and scientific perspectives on caffeine that guide their upcoming research, sparking curiosity and shaping the direction for their illustrated timelines and infographics.
Days 1 - 4
Formulated Question Presentation
Assessment
Research
Students will conduct research on the historical milestones of the caffeine industry in the U.S., perform interviews with local coffee shop owners about current consumption patterns, and collect data from international sources to identify and compare caffeine production and consumption trends across different countries, all to inform the creation of their illustrated timeline or infographic.
Days 4 - 7
Caffeine Research Workshop
Activity 60m
Timeline and Infographic Draft Feedback
Deliverable 45m
Create
Students will synthesize their research into illustrated timelines or infographics comparing caffeine industry milestones in the U.S. and another country, preparing these for feedback sessions and the upcoming global cafe tasting event.
Days 7 - 9
Timeline Visual Design Workshop
Activity 45m
Illustrated Timeline & Infographic Presentation
Assessment
Caffeine Reflection Journal
Assessment
Share
Students will present and discuss their illustrated timelines and infographics, providing and receiving feedback from peers and invited guests to refine their historical narrative and insights on caffeine's cultural and economic impact.
Days 10 - 12
Refine and Finalize Presentation
Activity 45m
Caffeine Chronicles Presentation
Assessment
Reflect
Students will conduct a reflective analysis of their illustrated timelines or infographics, participate in peer discussions to gain insights on their global cafe tasting event presentations, and document their learning journey and emerging questions in reflection journals to deepen their understanding of the historical impact and cultural significance of caffeine.
Days 13 - 15
Reflective Journal Workshop
Activity 45m
Reflective Presentation
Assessment
Act/Apply
Students will host a lively global cafe tasting event to showcase their research on the caffeine industry's evolution by presenting their timelines and infographics, engaging participants with insightful knowledge on caffeine's cultural and historical impact and drawing comparisons with global consumption patterns.
Days 16 - 18
Interactive Timeline Creation
Activity 45m
Presentation Practice and Feedback Session
Deliverable 45m