Lesson Plan | Teachy Methodology | Media and Communication

Objectives

Duration: 10 to 15 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to provide a clear and concise overview of the main and secondary objectives of the lesson, preparing students for the understanding and critical analysis of the evolution of communication methods and their social impact. This section guides the focus of the lesson and establishes clear expectations for students, facilitating more directed and engaged learning.

Main Objectives

1. Understand the historical evolution of communication methods from ancient times to the digital age.

2. Identify and analyze the changes in communication methods and their impact on different social groups over time.

Side Objectives

1. Foster the ability for discussion and critical reflection on the influence of communication methods in modern life.
2. Stimulate curiosity and interest in history and technological development.

Introduction

Duration: 15 to 20 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to engage students immediately in the lesson's theme, stimulating active participation and curiosity. By using a modern tool, such as the cell phone, to research information, students begin to connect the historical evolution of communication methods with contemporary technology, establishing a bridge between the past and the present. This approach also promotes the practice of research and presentation skills, essential for academic and personal development.

Warming Up

 Warm-up: Start the lesson by presenting the theme 'Communication Methods' and its importance in history. Briefly explain how communication methods have evolved from smoke signals and letters to social networks and smartphones. Then, ask students to use their cell phones to research an interesting fact about the evolution of communication methods and share it with the class. This may include specific innovations, significant historical figures, or how different cultures communicated in the past. Encourage curiosity and active participation from all students.

Initial Reflections

1. ❓ How have communication methods changed over time?

2. ️ What is the impact of social media on the way we communicate today?

3.  How does digital communication affect different social groups?

4.  What was a significant innovation that transformed communication methods?

5.  How did ancient communication methods influence the societies of their time?

Development

Duration: 75 to 85 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to provide a practical and collaborative experience that allows students to apply the knowledge acquired creatively and contextually. The activities are designed to use modern digital technologies, engage students, and promote essential skills such as research, teamwork, and presentation, while consolidating the understanding of the evolution of communication methods.

Activity Suggestions

It is recommended that only one of the suggested activities be carried out

Activity 1 - Digital Historians: Creating a Historical Vlog

> Duration: 60 to 70 minutes

- Objective: Develop research, video editing, teamwork, and communication skills, while deepening the understanding of the evolution of communication methods.

- Description: Students will create a vlog addressing the evolution of communication methods. They will use their cell phones to record videos and may add graphics, images, and short interviews with classmates or family members to enrich the content.

- Instructions:

• Divide students into groups of up to 5 members.

• Each group must choose a specific historical period to address the evolution of communication methods (e.g., antiquity, the medieval age, the industrial revolution, the digital age).

• Use video editing apps available on cell phones or computers to create the vlog.

• Include in the vlog: a brief introduction about the chosen period, examples of communication methods of the time, and a comparison with current communication methods.

• Students should be creative, using interviews, graphics, and images to make the vlog engaging.

• In the end, each group presents their vlog to the class.

Activity 2 - Historical Influencers: Create an Instagram Profile

> Duration: 60 to 70 minutes

- Objective: Stimulate creativity, historical understanding, and responsible use of social media, as well as promote research and group collaboration.

- Description: Students will create a fictitious Instagram profile for a historical character relevant to the evolution of communication methods (e.g., Johannes Gutenberg, Samuel Morse). They should post content that reflects the character's achievements and impact.

- Instructions:

• Divide students into groups of up to 5 members.

• Each group must choose a significant historical character in the evolution of communication methods.

• Create a fictitious Instagram profile using apps or educational tools.

• Post content that can include: famous quotes, inventions, the character's impact on society, and other curiosities.

• Use reliable sources to create informative and visually appealing posts.

• Students should use relevant hashtags and interact with other fictitious profiles created by their peers.

• In the end, each group presents their profile and explains the choices made to the class.

Activity 3 - Paths of Communication: Historical Detective Game

> Duration: 60 to 70 minutes

- Objective: Promote teamwork, information detection and interpretation, as well as develop a chronological and contextual understanding of the evolution of communication methods.

- Description: Students will participate in a detective game where they must solve historical mysteries related to the evolution of communication methods. Using digital clues, they must reconstruct the timeline of major communication advances.

- Instructions:

• Divide students into groups of up to 5 members.

• Prepare in advance a set of digital clues (emails, messages, audio) that students must discover and interpret.

• Each clue will lead students to a historical milestone in the evolution of communication methods.

• Groups must discuss and record their discoveries in a digital timeline, using online tools like Google Slides or Padlet.

• Encourage students to collaborate and share their discoveries with other groups to complete the historical map.

• In the end, each group presents their digital timeline and the main discoveries.

Feedback

Duration: 20 to 25 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to consolidate learning through reflection and the exchange of ideas among students. Group discussion and 360° feedback allow students to revisit the content learned critically and collaboratively, promoting the development of communicative skills, analytical ability, and appreciation of teamwork.

Group Discussion

 Group Discussion: Start the discussion by asking each group to briefly share the main learnings and challenges encountered while performing the activities. Encourage participation from all group members, highlighting positive points and aspects that could be improved. Use the following questions to guide the discussion: 'What were the most surprising discoveries about the evolution of communication methods?' and 'How is modern communication, especially social media, influenced by historical communication methods?'

Reflections

1. 類 How has the evolution of communication methods impacted different cultures and societies over time? 2.  How has digital communication altered the way we connect and share information today? 3.  What was most challenging about creating the vlog or the fictitious Instagram profile, and how did you overcome those challenges?

360° Feedback

 360° Feedback: Instruct students to share constructive feedback with their group peers. The feedback should address strengths and suggestions for improvement regarding collaboration, research, and presentation. To guide the feedback, suggest that each student comment on one thing their colleague did well and one thing that could be improved. Remind them to always be respectful and constructive in their critiques.

Conclusion

Duration: 10 to 15 minutes

 Purpose: The purpose of this stage is to consolidate the day's learning, creatively connecting the main points and reinforcing the relevance of the topic in contemporary life. By concluding with a reflection on the impact and practical applications of the content, students will be able to better internalize the concepts and recognize their importance in daily life.

Summary

 Summary: Imagine a magical timeline, where we move from the smoke signals of ancient peoples ️, advance to letters traveling the world , encounter the telegraph that shortened distances , up to smartphones and social networks that connect billions of people instantly . In this journey, we saw how each innovation changed the way we communicate and understand the world around us.

World Connection

 In the World: Today's lesson showed us that all the communication methods we use today have a rich history behind them. From ancient messengers to the latest Instagram post, each phase brought new ways to connect people. We live in an era where communication is instant and global, thanks to the technologies developed over the centuries.

Practical Application

️ Applications: Understanding the evolution of communication methods is essential to navigate the modern world. Knowing how messages were sent and received in the past helps us appreciate the digital tools we have today and use them more consciously and effectively. This understanding also allows us to critically analyze the impact of new technologies on our lives and society.