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Grade Level K-2 6-8 ESL 3-5 Gifted and Advanced 9-12 Other: Resource Student Objectives/Learning Outcomes • Students will recognize that the Holocaust shook the foundations of modern civilization and that its unprecedented character and horror will always hold universal meaning. • Students will gain an increased awareness and understanding of the events of the Holocaust as an issue for humanity, based on a recognition that such events could happen again anywhere and at any time unless we ensure that our society is vigilant in opposing racism, anti-Semitism and other forms of bigotry. • Students will develop an understanding that prejudice, racism and stereotyping in a society has ramifications for themselves as individuals and as members of society. • Students will recognize the importance of understanding and combating the processes that led to the Holocaust. • Students will study the novel Daniel’s Story by Carol Matas as a class novel. • Students will choose, read, and discuss other fiction and nonfiction literature about the Holocaust. • Students will identify and apply universal themes found in literature to society. • Students will analyze historical information. • Students will locate, evaluate, summarize, and paraphrase information from a variety of print and electronic resources. • Students will demonstrate understanding with all those who suffered and still suffer because of the Holocaust, by creating and effectively presenting a researched, PowerPoint presentation or pictorial “life map” of a child as a tribute to the victims who died or suffered during the Holocaust. • Students will analyze poetry and artwork by other middle school students and create their own poem and artwork inspired by their study of the Holocaust. • Students will create a multimedia presentation, newsletter, or web page as a focus for educating other students about the Holocaust and the continued lessons that are learned from it. • Students will evaluate peer presentations adeptly, using rubrics. Student Multimedia/Publishing/Web Page Objectives • Students will learn and practice or master basic Word, Publisher, and PowerPoint skills. • Students will become aware of social, ethical, and human issues concerning copyright laws and source citations. • Students will use Word and PowerPoint (or Publisher) to communicate effectively. • Students will practice using research tools and techniques to locate and assimilate information found using the Internet, Microsoft Encarta Encyclopedia, and other electronic resources. • Students will learn to troubleshoot common software problems. • Students will evaluate the validity of information found on Internet sites. Targeted State Frameworks/Content Standards/Benchmarks FLORIDA SUNSHINE STATE STANDARDS
The <strong>unit</strong> will support the following Florida Curriculum Framework standards and benchmarks for grades 6-8 in Language Arts education. Reading LA.A 1.3.4 uses strategies to clarify meaning, such as rereading, note taking, summarizing, outlining, and writing a grade-level appropriate report. LA.A. 2.3.3 recognizes logical, ethical, and emotional appeals in the text. LA.A.2.3.5 locates, organizes, and interprets written information for a variety of purposes, including classroom research, collaborative decision making, and performing a school or real-world task. LA.A.2.3.6 uses a variety of reference materials, including indexes, magazines, newspapers, and journals, and tools, including card catalogs and computer catalogs to gather information for research topics. LA.A.2.3.7 synthesizes and separates collected information into useful components using a variety of techniques, such as source cards, note cards, spreadsheets and outlines. Writing LA.B.1.3.1 organizes information before writing according to the type and purpose of writing LA.B.1.3.2 drafts and revises writing uses appropriate and effective writing and applies wordprocessing or desktop-publishing capabilities, in drafting a report. LA.B.1.3.3 produces final documents that have been edited for: correct spelling, correct punctuation, correct capitalization, effective sentence structure, correct common usage, correct formatting, and with a varied sentence structure. LA.B.2.3.1 writes text, notes, outlines, comments, and observations that demonstrate comprehension of content and experiences from a variety of media. LA.B.2.3.2 uses information using alphabetical, chronological, and numerical systems. LA.B.2.3.4 uses electronic technology including databases and software to gather information and communicate new knowledge. Listening, Viewing, and Speaking LA.C.1.3.1 listens and uses information gained for a variety of purposes, such as gaining information from interviews, following directions, and pursuing a personal interest. LA.C.1.3.4 uses responsive listening skills, including paraphrasing, summarizing, and asking questions for elaboration and clarification. LA.C.2.3.1 determines main concept, supporting details, bias, and persuasion techniques in a nonprint message. LA.C.3.3.2 asks questions and makes comments and observations that reflect understanding and application of content, processes, and experiences. LA.C.3.3.3 speaks for various occasions, audiences, and purposes, including conversations, discussions, projects, and informational, persuasive, or technical presentations. Language LA.D.1.3.2 demonstrates an awareness that language and literature are primary means by which culture is transmitted. LA.D. 2.3.4 understands how the multiple media tools of graphics, pictures, color, motion, and music can enhance communication in television, film, radio, and advertising. LA.D. 2.3.5 incorporates audiovisual aids in presentations. LA.D. 2.3.7 understands that laws exist that govern what can and cannot be done with mass media.
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