Launch
Meet San Diego Bands
Collaboration
Effective Communication
Content Expertise
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Academic Mindset
Assessment
Essential Question
Attend a listening session featuring music from local San Diego bands, followed by guided interviews with performers and adolescent listeners to uncover how their inspirations, experiences, and emotions shape sound. Record key insights on a shared note sheet to inform the upcoming empathy work.
Plan day
Day 1
Duration
60 min
Grouping
Whole Class
Steps
6 steps
Lesson plan
6 steps · 60 min| # | What teachers do |
|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction and Activity Overview. (15 min) |
| 2 | Form small groups to brainstorm potential interview questions. (20 min) |
| 3 | Listen to selected tracks from San Diego bands and discuss key themes. (30 min) |
| 4 | Identify and prioritize interview topics and questions in collaboration with peers. (25 min) |
| 5 | Conduct mock interviews with peers to practice active listening and communication skills. (30 min) |
| 6 | Debrief as a class to discuss insights and reflect on effective interview strategies. (15 min) |
Preparation (3 items)
- Compile a playlist of tracks from various San Diego bands for the listening session.
- Prepare materials for brainstorming and note-taking during group discussions.
- Coordinate schedule and availability of musicians for interviews, ensuring alignment with peers.
Student-facing instructions
Your task is to explore the sounds and themes of local San Diego bands through a listening session and collaborative interviews. You will need notebooks or digital devices for note-taking, headphones for listening, and access to the prepared playlist. The goal is to develop insightful interview questions that highlight the musical influences on the adolescent experience, aligning these with the shared goals of your album project.