E3T Cohort 2
Capstone Project
Purpose:
This capstone project is your opportunity to
demonstrate to your colleagues and to
yourself, the benefits of using the UDL
framework while you teach.
Overview:
In this capstone project you will be creating a record of the outcome of your final lesson plan. Think of it as your summative assessment for the E3T project. The record should include an overview of the lesson, students reaction to the lesson, your reaction to the success of the lesson and some objective and subjective student performance data. You can create your record in any multimedia or text format you choose. You will be asked to share your record with your E3T colleagues at our final meeting, May 12, 2009. (There will be prizes!)
This is your chance to show your stuff! Be creative. Use visual images, music, video, interviews etc. (see models from last year below)
Directions:
Expectations:
Create a record that clearly shows the outcomes of your final lesson as it was taught in your classroom. The medium is your choice. It might include a video, digital story, podcast, webpage article, song, multimedia presentation or some other method of sharing your classroom's experience with your lesson. The record you create should include the following criteria: Download the Rubric (PDF)
Highlights of the lesson:
Student’s reaction to the lesson:
Teacher’s reaction to the success of the lesson:
Provide results of student performance:
Some Sample Projects:
8th Grade Social Studies, Jason Zelienski, New Haven Middle School VIDEO
9th Grade Social Studies, Mike Misuraca, Dakota High School VIDEO
updated 3-27-09
Capstone Project
Purpose:
This capstone project is your opportunity to
demonstrate to your colleagues and to
yourself, the benefits of using the UDL
framework while you teach.
Overview:
In this capstone project you will be creating a record of the outcome of your final lesson plan. Think of it as your summative assessment for the E3T project. The record should include an overview of the lesson, students reaction to the lesson, your reaction to the success of the lesson and some objective and subjective student performance data. You can create your record in any multimedia or text format you choose. You will be asked to share your record with your E3T colleagues at our final meeting, May 12, 2009. (There will be prizes!)
This is your chance to show your stuff! Be creative. Use visual images, music, video, interviews etc. (see models from last year below)
Directions:
- Complete your final UDL lesson and submit it via the UDL Lesson Plan Creator. Link to the Lesson Plan Creator Link to the video of the new features in the Lesson Plan Creator
- Be sure to use the UDL Checklist to self-assess the presence of UDL principles in your lesson and upload all of your lesson resources (including rubrics, PowerPoint presentations, homework assignments, etc).
- Develop a plan presenting your final lesson using some type of creative medium. Be sure to collect the necessary pictures, video, outcome data and student input to create your record. Use the Creating a Record E3T Capstone.doc to guide your work.
- Implement the lesson plan with your class. Be sure to have the cameras rolling, clicking and the audio recorder humming as you go.
- Compile your information into a presentation to share with your colleagues. The medium is up to you. You can use video, audio, textual or visual presentation media.
- Bring the presentation to the May 12, 2009 E3T meeting.
- Be prepared to share it with your cohort group.
Expectations:
Create a record that clearly shows the outcomes of your final lesson as it was taught in your classroom. The medium is your choice. It might include a video, digital story, podcast, webpage article, song, multimedia presentation or some other method of sharing your classroom's experience with your lesson. The record you create should include the following criteria: Download the Rubric (PDF)
Highlights of the lesson:
- Be sure to reference the big ideas, essential questions and objectives.
- Includes a summary of the materials, methods and assessments used.
Student’s reaction to the lesson:
- Include comments from students regarding interest, level of understanding, and ease of performance.
- Show student’s level of engagement and participation throughout the lesson.
- Demonstrate the presence of multiple learning materials, methods and their effect on student performance.
- Include student feedback regarding the lesson.
Teacher’s reaction to the success of the lesson:
- Include teacher feedback on the students level of interest and understanding.
- Show the effect of multiple learning materials and methods on student performance.
- Discuss any changes you would make to the lesson if you were to teach it again.
Provide results of student performance:
- Show effects of lesson on student performance or understanding.
Some Sample Projects:
8th Grade Social Studies, Jason Zelienski, New Haven Middle School VIDEO
9th Grade Social Studies, Mike Misuraca, Dakota High School VIDEO
updated 3-27-09
Big Idea:
Teaching using the UDL framework creates a learning environment that is engaging, inclusive and effective for all types of learners.
Teaching using the UDL framework creates a learning environment that is engaging, inclusive and effective for all types of learners.