Social Studies_Tainos Pt 2_Lesson Plan

Interactive 5E lesson plans intended for Grade 4 Social Studies classes using the NSC (National Standard Curriculum). The plans have been used in classes containing up to 30 students. The plans are simplified so as to cater to learners at their grade level. These plans are simple and student-centered. Suitable for use in Caribbean territories and can be readily adopted for students at the primary level worldwide.

Theme: Our Common Heritage

Sub-Theme:  Jamaica and the Caribbean

Duration:       1 week

Focus Question:  Who were the early inhabitants of Jamaica?

Day 1 Topic: Taino’s Culture and Importance in Jamaica’s Society

Attainment Targets: Recognize the contribution of individuals who have helped to shape Jamaica’s development over time

 Prior Learning: Pupils should already be able to: 

•                              Identify the basic needs

Objectives: By the end of the week pupils should be able to:

1.      Gather and interpret evidence from multiple sources on Taino culture in Jamaica and explain their use and importance in today’s society

Skills:  locating places on maps, drawing conclusions

Resource Materials: World maps, atlas, globe, blank Caribbean map, audio @visual material

(DVD) television/multimedia projector, picture of the coat of arms, pictures of early inhabitants.

ICT Attainment Targets:

• COMMUNICATION AND COLLABORATION: Students use technology to communicate ideas and information, and work collaboratively to support individual needs and contribute to the learning of others.
• DESIGNING AND PRODUCING–Use digital tools to design and develop creative products to demonstrate their learning and understanding of basic technology operations.
• RESEARCH CRITICAL THINKING, PROBLEM-SOLVING AND DECISION MAKING: Use appropriate digital tools and resources to plan and conduct research, aid critical thinking, manage projects, solve problems and make informed decisions.

Categories that apply:

·  Social Studies - Culture; cultural; heritage

·  5E – Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, Evaluate

·  NSC – National Standard Curriculum

. Primary School in Jamaica - ages 8 to 10 years Jamaican pre-teens

.Online format/modality, synchronous

.Integrates technology in learning: social media

.Peer reviewed

Instructions for use:

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