Instructional+Plan

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The Bug Chicks toc =**Pre-Assessment of Prior Knowledge**=

Insect Pre-Assessment

=**Direct Instruction**= -Students will work in groups with the instructor to learn how to conduct research online using search engines. -Students will work in groups with the instructor to introduce how to use the functions of the class wiki. =**Modeling/Guided Practice**= -Students will follow modeling of proper clay and sculpture techniques. -Students will be guided through the assessment process and the checklist that will be used during the unit. -Students will present their findings with a small 5 minute presentation including interesting information about their insect and answering any questions other students may have. -Students will complete a self-reflection of how their group worked to complete the assignment. =**Independent Practice**= -Students will be working in their pair to collect information about their insect using books, laptop, and magazines. -Students will also be working with their partner to develop their drawing of the insect and plan out what they would like to complete for their assignment. -As homework, students will need to comment on another group's work on the class wiki page, giving constructive feedback of their work. -Students will work in their pair to create a sculpture using techniques modeled during class. -Students will create an additional presentation piece from the multiple intelligence project list.