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This lesson continues from the classroom and into the computer lab. In this lesson, the students communicate through blogs and create an on-line powerpoint presentation. The focus of the lesson is learning to communicate with each other respectfully to solve a problem.

Here is an attachment to my lesson.

Standard 1: Demonstrates competency in motor skills and movement patterns needed to perform a variety of physical activities. Standard 2: Demonstrates understanding of movement concepts, principals, strategies, and tactics as they apply to the learning and performances of physical activities. Standard 5: Exhibits responsible personal and social behavior that respects self and others in physical activity settings. Standard 6: Values physical activity for health, enjoyment, challenge, self-expression, and/or social interaction. || 1. Creativity and innovation * 4. Critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making * 2. Communication and collaboration * 5. Digital citizenship 3. Research and information fluency 6. Technology operations and concepts * If students would rather present their presentation using a voice thread or other technology they are more comfortable with, I will assess if it still meets the standards and requirements.
 * Daily Lesson GAME Plan ||
 * **Lesson Title:** Blogging and Collaborating about the Wii |||| **Related Lessons:** The Wii Challenge ||
 * **Grade Level:** 5th |||| **Unit:** Wii Cooperative ||
 * GOALS ||
 * **Content Standards:**
 * **ISTE NETS-S**
 * Instructional Objective(s):** Students will be able to…
 * 1) Cooperate and work together in small group setting
 * 2) Demonstrate safe and proper use of the computer
 * 3) Increase understanding of technology
 * 4) Communicate with teammates about strategies
 * 5) Encourage and support other classmates with feedback that is helpful ||
 * ACTION ||
 * **Before-Class Preparation:** Prior to class, I will reserve the computer lab and print out instruction sheets for the assignment. In addition, I will create a blog account for my class to use in the lab. ||
 * During Class ||
 * Time |||| Instructional Activities || Materials and Resources ||
 * 30 minutes |||| # Students will meet me in the computer lab, instead of the gymnasium, and sit with their teammates at their own computer.
 * 1) Each student will be given an instructional sheet with the step-by-step instructions of how to use a blog correctly.
 * 2) After trial-and-error, students will be given time to blog and interact with each other about what they learned during the cooperative challenge from the previous class.
 * Questions:
 * What did you enjoy about solving the problem as a team?
 * What challenges did you face on your team?
 * How can you transfer what you learned about being a good teammate into your home and everyday life?
 * 1) Once students finish blogging, they will begin the second part of the assignment. (If students need more time to blog they can access their computers in the class or go to the computer lab during their student assist time). Next, the class will start to work on their powerpoint presentation about how to play their Wii game.
 * 2) Students will work together to create one slide that they will present in front of the class.
 * 3) Closure: Brief discussion about struggles and success with working on a team. || ## Computer lab
 * 4) Typed handouts ||
 * **Notes:** ||
 * MONITOR ||
 * **Ongoing Assessment(s):** I will monitor the students in the computer lab and make it to each group a few different times throughout the class. Every now and then, I will ask a question that requires a thumb up, or down for understanding. In addition, I will view the blogs to monitor their success and make sure they are following the rules.
 * Accommodations and Extensions:** I will offer more time at the computer lab for students needing more assistance.
 * Back-up Plan:** If we get kicked out of the computer lab, I will allow the students to write down ideas for their presentation and give them more time with their Wii game in class. ||
 * EVALUATION ||
 * **Lesson Reflection and Notes:** I understand that this lesson may take more time than I allotted and am willing to be flexible. Since this is my first time teaching this type of a cooperative, I will tell the class I am open for their ideas on how we can make this lesson more fun and challenging. ||

Cortney, I like how you will incorporate blogging into your gym class. I think that this will be a great way for the students to reflect on their learning. By getting to write their thoughts down, you may have the participation of more students. I know that many students are shy and would prefer not to talk in front of the class. This is a great way to get them involved. I also like how you will have them create a PowerPoint presentation explaining their game that they will share with the class. Great lesson! -Lindsay

Cortney, I too like how you have incorporated blogging into your P.E. class. I think this lesson and the first lesson are great ways to incorporate team building within a class while requiring a lot of thought from your students. I think you letting your students give ideas gives them ownership as well. Your school is very lucky to have you for a P.E. teacher! -Jennifer