Lesson Plans

Assignment: the World Lesson Plans

Originally published by the Agency for Instructional Technology in their online magazine, Technos, these lessons are part of a series of dynamic lesson plans that integrate visual media resources into effective classroom learning activities. The collection is called Lessons Alive! and they promote well-researched methods for utilizing visual media – like using short clips rather than long format videos and calling students’ attention to a specific task for their viewing so that they are active and engaged while viewing.  These lessons also promote effective strategies for group work and assessment of student learning.  Each lesson is pegged to national curriculum standards.  Teachers are encouraged to print and share these materials, and to adapt them for their own class as appropriate.

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If you have a good idea for using Assignment: The World with your students and effective ways to that you integrate ATW into your classroom. Please email us at mfrench@wxxi.org or write WXXI Educational Resources, Attn: M. French, P.O. Box 30021, Rochester, New York 14603-3021.