Constructive Learning | Transformation Level

Subject: Social Studies

Objectives

• Students will create a Podcast about an animal at risk.

Procedure

• Students choose an animal at risk.
• They will use the Internet to find information about their animal.
• They will use their information to write a script for an interview, TV commercial, or a narration about their animal.
• They will use GarageBand to record their script.
• They will use the Internet to find images of their animal.
• They will add the images into GarageBand to create their finished podcast.

Technology Present

• Computers
• Internet
• GarageBand

Grade Level: 9-12

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Video Reference Number: 1100