Health and Career: drug awareness education project; end of grade 7. Students had completed several projects using a variety of presentation options. In this way, they developed the skills to complete any of the project options. Their project included writing a test for their classrooms to check the intended learning. Here is a summary of the assignment:
You are a grade 7 teacher and it is your job to present the class information on the dangers of drug use that will face students as they enter high school. Your job is to create and present the class information on the topic of your choice. You may choose a topic about drug, alcohol or smoking for your presentation. You can choose the format that you would like to use from the choices below to share this valuable information. Every format must include a quiz and answer sheet to test the learners understanding of the information you have taught them. The type of test is up to you (e.g., essay, T/F, multiple choice, fill in the blank). Make sure that your written submission is well written!
In the video, after an introduction of this News Magazine and talking about the ‘ingredients’ of Crystal Meth, the student “anchor” presents the long term effects and then closes this section of the video. This video is an excerpt from a longer presentation.
I communicate confidently in organized forms that show attention to my audience and purpose.
I acquire information about complex and specialized topics from various sources, and synthesize and present it with thoughtful analysis. I contribute positively to discussions and collaborations, and help to organize and monitor the work. I ask thought-provoking questions, integrate new information, support others and help to manage conflicts. I offer detailed descriptions of my own