Goal Directed Learning | Entry Level

Subject: Social Studies

Objectives

• Students will use the LATCH mnemonic to organize data.

Procedure

• Students will review the LATCH mnemonic.
• They will read a passage and highlight the main idea and the supporting ideas.
• They will watch previously recorded podcasts and apply the LATCH mnemonic to items they see.
• Students will individually record data in their journals.
• Students will work in groups on a laptop to create a concept map.
• Students will decide which letter of the LATCH mnemonic best fits the information they have been given.
• Students will share their findings with the class using a document camera.
• Students will create a podcast outlining the information they have learned.
• Students will use the podcasts to complete a homework assignment and to share information with their families.

Technology Present

• Laptops
• Projector
• iTouch
• Document camera
• Digital camera or video camera

Grade Level: 3-5

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Video Reference Number: 1124