Pblended Learning Final

Blended Learning and Online Learning in K-12
Lesson Idea Name: Exploring "The Giver" through Interactive Learning with Nearpod
Content Area: English Language Arts
Grade Level(s): 7-8

Content Standard Addressed: ELAGSE7RL3: Analyze how particular elements of a story or drama
interact (e.g., how settings shape the characters or plot).
Technology Standard Addressed: ISTE Standard 6: Creative Communicator - Students communicate clearly
and express themselves creatively for a variety of purposes using the platforms, tools, styles, formats and
digital media appropriate to their goals.
Selected Technology Tool: Nearpod
URL(s) to support the lesson (if applicable):

https://app.nearpod.com/?pin=ADB57308546946E4FABED3CB5F92579C-1&&utm_source=link
Bloom’s Taxonomy Level(s):
☒ Remembering ☒ Understanding ☒ Applying ☐ Analyzing ☐ Evaluating ☒

Creating
Levels of Technology Integration (LoTi Level): (Select the best level)
☐ Level 1: Awareness ☐ Level 2: Exploration ☒ Level 3: Infusion ☐ Level 4:

Integration
☒ Level 5: Expansion ☐ Level 6: Refinement
Universal Design for Learning (UDL):

Engagement: The interactive features of Nearpod, such as polls, quizzes, and collaboration opportunities, will
engage students with different learning preferences. Students can also choose their preferred digital
publishing platform for the journal activity.
Representation: The lesson incorporates multiple means of representation, including text, images, videos,
and simulations, to support different learning styles and abilities.
Action and Expression: Students can express their understanding through various activities, such as
collaborative analysis, digital journaling, and class discussions. Assistive technologies can be used to support
students with special needs.
Lesson idea implementation: The lesson will be conducted using the Nearpod platform, utilizing the
pre-designed lesson available at the provided URL. Students will access the lesson on their devices
and progress through the interactive slides at their own pace. The lesson begins with an introduction
to the key themes, characters, and setting of "The Giver," presented through engaging slides.
As students navigate through the lesson, they will encounter various interactive elements, such as
polls and open-ended questions, which encourage them to think critically about the novel's content
and share their insights. The lesson also includes a matching activity where students will identify the
key characteristics of the main characters, helping them analyze how these characters interact and
influence the plot.
Blended Learning and Online Learning in K-12
Throughout the lesson, students will have opportunities to demonstrate their understanding of the
novel's central ideas and themes by responding to thought-provoking questions and participating in
class discussions facilitated by the teacher. The Nearpod platform allows the teacher to monitor
student progress, provide immediate feedback, and adjust instruction as needed.
The lesson concludes with a reflection activity, where students will synthesize their learning and
consider the relevance of the novel's themes to their own lives and society. The teacher will use the
data collected through the Nearpod lesson to assess student understanding and inform future
instruction.
Importance of technology: What tools will you use for this lesson? Why is using these tools critical
to the project/lesson? Could the project/lesson be completed without this technology? What would be
lost without using it? What other types of technology, if any, are going to be used in the learning
experience?
Inspiration (optional): If you used an existing project/lesson as a model for your project (Whether
in part or whole), include the URL(s) so we can visit. Explain what concepts you “borrowed” from
others.
Internet Safety and Student Privacy: To ensure internet safety and student privacy, the teacher will use
the secure Nearpod platform, which requires students to log in using a unique code. Students will be
reminded to protect their personal information and to only share appropriate content within the lesson. The
teacher will monitor student activity and interactions within the Nearpod lesson to ensure a safe and
respectful learning environment. The school's acceptable use policy will be strictly followed, and any concerns
or potential risks will be promptly addressed.
Reflective Practice: The interactive elements and engaging content of the Nearpod lesson have the
potential to significantly impact student learning by promoting active participation, critical thinking,
and reflection. The lesson allows students to explore the key themes and characters of "The Giver" at
their own pace, while providing opportunities for collaboration and discussion.
To extend the lesson, students could be assigned a creative writing task where they compose an
additional chapter or an alternate ending to the novel, incorporating their understanding of the
characters and themes. They could also create a multimedia presentation exploring the connections
between the novel's themes and real-world issues.
The data collected through the Nearpod lesson, such as student responses to questions and polls, can
be used to inform future instruction and identify areas where students may need additional support or
enrichment. This data-driven approach allows the teacher to personalize learning and ensure that all
students have the opportunity to succeed.

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Blended Learning and Online Learning in K-12

Content Area: English Language Arts

Grade Level(s): 7-8

Selected Technology Tool: Nearpod

URL(s) to support the lesson (if applicable):

Bloom’s Taxonomy Level(s):

☒ Remembering ☒ Understanding ☒ Applying ☐ Analyzing ☐ Evaluating ☒

Levels of Technology Integration (LoTi Level): (Select the best level)

☐ Level 1: Awareness ☐ Level 2: Exploration ☒ Level 3: Infusion ☐ Level 4:

☒ Level 5: Expansion ☐ Level 6: Refinement

Universal Design for Learning (UDL):

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