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Local Concept Brainstorm

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Work in a small group to generate a wide range of video concept ideas rooted in San Diego's local businesses and culture. Create quick concept sketches or storyboards for at least five ideas, then evaluate each on feasibility and potential impact. Select the top three concepts and write short rationales explaining why they best capture community relevance and viewer appeal.

Plan day
Day 8
Duration
60 min
Grouping
Small Group
Steps
9 steps

Lesson plan

9 steps · 60 min
# What teachers do
1 Introduction to brainstorming session, outline objectives, and explain roles. (15 min)
2 Group formation and sharing of researched insights about local businesses and cultural significance. (30 min)
3 Individual brainstorming of video concept ideas related to different local spots. (45 min)
4 Collaborative group discussion to refine and narrow down individual ideas. (60 min)
5 Create quick concept sketches or storyboards for at least five selected ideas. (90 min)
6 Evaluate the feasibility and potential impact of each idea collectively. (45 min)
7 Select top three concepts and write rationales explaining community relevance and viewer appeal. (45 min)
8 Group presentation of selected storyboards and rationales to peers for feedback. (60 min)
9 Collection of peer feedback and individual reflection time to refine ideas. (30 min)
Preparation (3 items)
  • Prepare materials: large sheets of paper, markers, and digital devices for research and storyboard creation.
  • Organize reference materials on San Diego businesses and cultural history for participants to use.
  • Set up space for easy movement between groups for feedback sessions.
Student-facing instructions
You'll brainstorm video concepts rooted in San Diego's local businesses and culture. First, share insights from your research with your group. Then, individually brainstorm ideas for video concepts, focusing on cultural significance. Collaborate to refine these ideas, select five for detailed sketches, and evaluate them based on feasibility and community impact. Finally, choose the top three concepts, create storyboards, and present them to receive peer feedback.