Empathize
Students will engage in virtual reality experiences that simulate life during the Russian Revolution, then participate in group discussions to share diverse perspectives and emotional responses, fostering a deeper understanding of the revolution's social impact.
Days 1 - 3
Define
Students will analyze historical documents and public records to identify key social movements of the Russian Revolution, define their 'north star' by outlining the impact these movements had on the revolution's trajectory, and articulate why understanding these movements is crucial to grasping the interplay of social forces in historical contexts.
Days 4 - 6
Ideate
Students will collaborate in small groups to brainstorm innovative presentation formats for their multimedia projects on the Russian Revolution, integrating insights from their empathy work, and selecting community partners for primary source interviews.
Days 7 - 9
Draft
Students will draft outlines and plan multimedia presentations by selecting key social movements and historical events from the Russian Revolution, brainstorming interview questions, and sourcing primary documents to support their narratives.
Days 10 - 12
Test
Students will present parts of their multimedia presentations to peers, gather feedback on historical accuracy and audience impact, and assess how effectively their work highlights key social movements from the Russian Revolution to refine their final products.
Days 13 - 15
Critique
Students will present their multimedia projects in a gallery walk format, receive feedback from peers and teachers, and analyze critiques to make informed adjustments, strengthening their understanding of the Russian Revolution's social movements.
Days 16 - 18
Notice & Reflect
Students will systematically notice how their work throughout the project addressed the essential question by reviewing their multimedia presentations, engage in small group discussions to predict the historical impact of public sentiments on the revolution's outcome, and reflect in journals on how their understanding has evolved, setting personal goals for continued learning beyond the project.
Days 19 - 20
20 min over capacity (90 min available across 2 days)