This is a web-based assignment on Dead Poets Society that includes a plot summary, movie trailer, list of characters and an activity.
The presentation is an EFL lesson for secondary students. It collects different interactive activities about a movie which teachers can decide whether the students are working onsite or online. The course is laid out as follows:
students watch a movie clip
a plot summary of the story is found in the presentation
some elicitation exercises are available.
some sharing activities are performed
students write poetry to connect with the clip theme.
The material has been tailored in way that students can work at their own pace.
Type of Material:
Assignment
Recommended Uses:
The Genially presentation offers an opportunity for EFL/ESL learners to practice their listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills. Users will focus on a clip and all upcoming activities will be related to this clip. Students will read a plot of the movie and then proceed to answer a set of questions. The material could be used as a variety of assignment types:
supplementary material
self-paced
individual
homework
in-class
Technical Requirements:
Internet conection
Accessed using Google Chrome
Identify Major Learning Goals:
EFL or ESL learners may use this authentic material to improve their vocabulary and pronunciation.
Students will be able to reflect on the themes:
Inspiration
Individuality
Pursuing dreams
Target Student Population:
Middle School, High School, College Lower Division, Graduate School
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
Learners should have a B2 level of English and basic computer skills (e.g., navigating hyperlinks) to interact with the material.
Content Quality
Rating:
Strengths:
Students will will be actively engaged as they interact with the material.
Valid concepts are presented.
Assignment is not difficult to present.
Relevant video and information embedded to enhance concepts.
Activities become more challenging as the students initiate another task.
Concerns:
Teachers are not able to adjust the reading level, vocabulary, or content based on individual student needs or performance.
Teachers may have to offer additional resources or supplementary materials for struggling students or those who want to explore deeper.
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
Rating:
Strengths:
Each activity aims to reinforce the learners´knowledge and skills on the second language.
The assignment could be used in a variety of ways.
The assignment could be integrated within an existing curriculum.
Includes an interactive challenge.
Concerns:
The learning outcomes are not easily identified.
Characterisitics of target learners are not readily apparent.
Does not provide instructors with insights to tailor instruction and support accordingly.
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
Rating:
Strengths:
The presentation has been hosted on the platform Genially. Each activity has been assigned icons which users can click on as they progress on each task.
The site is attractive and easy to navigate.
The layout is simple.
The site is working.
User-friendly on various devices, including smartphones and tablets
Concerns:
The assignment does not provide immediate feedback and explanations for incorrect answers.
Does not allow students to highlight and annotate the text digitally, make notes or ask questions.
Creative Commons:
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