1. TOPIC: TAMARAW: AN ENDANGERED ANIMAL Prepared by: RACHEL JOY N. ALVARO DIVISION OF OCCIDENTAL MINDORO

2. I. PROJECT DESCRIPTION This plan is intended for grade Four Pupils- SPED (GT) class. This is an offshoot of the discussion on endangered animals. In this project the students are expected to create a PowerPoint presentation about Tamaraw. They will search the net for information, collaborate and communicate with peers and the people in the community as they investigate about Tamaraw in their natural habitat, develop their skills in technology design and show creativity as they accomplish the task.

3. II. CONTENT STANDARD Engagement of pupils with real world through investigation of an endangered animal Development of skills in collaboration and communication Development of sense of accountability and responsibility

4. III. IDEAS FOR THE PROJECT Needs of the animals to survive Reasons for the endangerment of animals Tamaraw Conservation Program

5. IV. OBJECTIVES Distinguish facts about Tamaraw from information sources. Use technology as a tool to research, organize and communicate information. Write simple report that conveys details and facts. Develop abilities in technology design. Identify specific ways to show concern for the endangered animals

6. V. CURRICULUM FRAMING QUESTIONS ESSENTIAL QUESTION What changes need to happen in the world? UNIT QUESTIONS Is the world a safe place for animals? Why or Why not? Why should we protect and save tamaraw? What can we do to help protect this animal?

7. V. CURRICULUM FRAMING QUESTIONS CONTENT QUESTIONS Where can tamaraw be found? What are the characteristics of tamaraw? How does it reproduce? How does it adapt to its environment? What is its estimated population? What causes its endangerment? What institution or group of people help and protect the tamaraw today? What are the laws that protect the endangered animals?

8. VI. ON GOING ASSESSMENT Brainstorming Checklist Peer Feedback Self Critiquing Cooperative Group Rubrics PowerPoint Rubric Journal logs

9. VI. ON GOING ASSESSMENT (STUDENTS) BEFORE DURING AFTER Brainstorming PowerPoint Rubric Journal Logs Peer Feedback Self critiquing Cooperative Group Rubric PowerPoint Rubric

10. VI. ON GOING ASSESSMENT (TEACHER) BEFORE DURING AFTER DiscussionObservation Conference PowerPoint Rubric

11. TABLE OF ASSESSMENT ASSESSMENTPROCESS AND PURPOSE BrainstormingIn a small group students activate their schema, share and discuss ideas and plan what to do to accomplish the task. ChecklistsThese will be used by the students for self critiquing and peer evaluation. This allows and the students to gauge how they collaborate and communicate with peers while the teacher keeps track of their progress or work overtime Journal LogsStudents will write their learning and reflection regarding the task/ activity. Teacher can gauge their learning and what needs to be clarified.

12. TABLE OF ASSESSMENT ASSESSMENT PROCESS AND PURPOSE RubricA rubric tells students what is expected of them, the grading criteria, what counts and what doesn't, how many points they will earn for each task, and how their work is graded. Students and the teacher will be guided as they monitor the learning performance and progress and rate the output. DiscussionTeacher uses this to gauge the students’ progress. When students answer or try to explain, teachers can see the extent of their understanding. She can correct (or help the students correct) what the students haven’t got right or don’t see quite clearly.

13. COOPERATIVE GROUP RUBRICS Beginning 1 Developi ng 2 Focused 3 Exemplary 4 Contribution to group Score · Punctuality Doesn't ha nd in assignments. Hands in many assignme nts late. Hands in most assignments on time. Hands in all assignments on time. · Research Information Does not collect information. Contribu tes little informati on. Contributes information that mainly relates. Contributes a good deal of relevant information.

14. · Shares Information Keeps information to self and doesn't share with group. Shares some informatio n with the group. Shares important information with the group. Communicates and shares all information with the group. Cooperation within group · Cooperates with group members Never cooperates. Seldom cooperates. Usually cooperates. Always cooperates. · Listens to group members Always talking and never allows others to speak. Talks much of the time and rarely allows others to speak. Talks too much at times but usually is a good listener. Balances listening and speaking well. COOPERATIVE GROUP RUBRICS

15. · Makes fair decisions Always wants things their way. Often sides with friends and doesn't consider all viewpoints. Usually considers all viewpoints. Total team player. Responsibility to group members · Fulfills duties Does not perform any duties. Performs very little in way of duties. Performs nearly all duties. Performs all duties. · Shares responsibility Always relies on others to do work. Rarely does work - needs constant reminding. Usually does the work - seldom need reminding. Always does assigned work without being reminded. Total COOPERATIVE GROUP RUBRICS

16. PowerPoint Rubric Name: Animal: Date Criteria Needs Developing 1 Developing 2 Competent 3 Highly Competent 4 Points Organization (Overall order, flow, and transitions) Details and examples show confused organization; hard to follow Details and examples show incorrect organization Information in logical order Information is presented in effective order; transitions, graphics, sounds help presentation flow smoothly Conventions (Complete sentences, capitalization and punctuation, correct grammar) Repeated weaknesses in mechanics and grammar interfere with writer's purpose Mechanical and grammatical errors somewhat interfere with writer's purpose Some mechanical and grammatical errors Contains few mechanical and grammatical errors

17. Sources Insufficient resources are used One appropriate source used Two or more appropriate sources are used Three or more well chosen sources are used Slide Show - Layout and Presentation Not organized well. Not appealing to the eye. Too many unnecessary extras (e.g. transitions). Message not the most important characteristic Too many 'added extras' which detract from the message. Some organization shown Organization apparent and appealing A high degree of originality, organization and eye appeal Name: Total Points

18. Peer Editing Checklist Name:_____________________ Date: _________ Read each item on the checklist and decide whether the student’s work fits into the “YES” or “NO” column. In the column you choose, write some comments to the student explaining how his or her work has met the teacher’s requirement or what needs to be improved.

19. YESNO 1. All of the pictures throughout the slideshow are in a clear, sequential order. 2. The caption accurately describes the picture shown on each slide and is at least 4 sentences. 3. The student’s slideshow consists of at least 10 slides with a title slide. 4. The student’s PowerPoint is focused and does not stray from the main idea or topic. 5. he student makes eye contact with the audience and talks with expression during rehearsal of his or her presentation.

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