Educational Project Plan: Collage
Academic Grade: 1st Grade (Primary)
Main Issue: Identifying messages in dialogues, posters, or signage using images
Scenario: Classroom
Methodology: Problem-Based Learning (PBL)
Articulating Axes: Appropriation of Cultures through Reading and Writing


Project Overview:

ComponentDetails
Project NameCollage
ObjectiveStudents will recognize and interpret messages in dialogues, posters, and signage through visual clues and images, fostering cultural understanding via reading and writing.
Duration2 weeks (10 sessions, 45 minutes each)


Methodology Structure & Activities

PhaseTimeActivitiesTeacher's RoleStudents' RoleAdaptations for 1st Grade
Present1 session (45 min)- Initiate a discussion with images of posters, signs, and dialogues (e.g., "What do you see? What do you think it means?")<br>- Show familiar signs (e.g., "Exit", "Restroom") with pictures- Pose reflective questions<br>- Show visual aids<br>- Stimulate curiosity- Observe images<br>- Express what they see and feel<br>- Share initial ideasUse colorful, clear images and simple language to engage students’ attention and encourage participation.
Collect1 session (45 min)- Elicit students' prior knowledge about signs and messages<br>- Use drawing or matching activities to recall previous experiences- Facilitate sharing<br>- Use prompts like "Have you seen this before?"- Share personal experiences<br>- Draw or match images related to signs/messagesUse simple, familiar examples and encourage drawing or pointing to previous experiences to connect prior knowledge.
Formulate1 session (45 min)- Guide students to define the problem: “How can we understand messages in pictures and signs?”- Help students articulate the question in simple terms- Express their understanding<br>- Discuss what they think makes a message clearUse age-appropriate language and visual aids to help students articulate their ideas clearly.
Organize1 session (45 min)- Divide students into small groups (3-4 students)<br>- Assign roles (e.g., reader, drawer, checker)<br>- Plan activities: selecting images, discussing messages- Organize groups<br>- Clarify tasks and strategies- Collaborate within groups<br>- Share ideas and plan actionsUse simple instructions and visual task charts to guide group work.
Build2 sessions (2x45 min)- Students find or create collages using magazines, drawings, and printed images<br>- Label images with words or short messages<br>- Discuss the meaning of each collage- Provide materials<br>- Guide students in selecting images and labeling- Cut, paste, and label images<br>- Work creatively to build their collagesProvide pre-cut images and templates to simplify the activity. Focus on fun, creative expression.
Verify & Analyze2 sessions (2x45 min)- Students present their collages to classmates<br>- Discuss what messages they included and why- Facilitate presentations<br>- Encourage questions and feedback- Share their work<br>- Explain their message choicesUse simple questions ("What is this about?") and praise effort to build confidence.
Share2 sessions (2x45 min)- Students display collages around the classroom<br>- Group discussion about cultural messages and images- Organize sharing sessions<br>- Summarize key learnings- Present their collages<br>- Talk about what they learned about messages and culturesCreate a “Gallery Walk” to promote visual learning and peer appreciation. Use encouraging language.


Additional Considerations for 1st Grade:


  • Use colorful, large visuals to capture attention.

  • Keep language simple and clear.

  • Incorporate plenty of hands-on activities (cutting, pasting, drawing).

  • Use storytelling and real-life examples to relate to everyday experiences.

  • Provide positive reinforcement to foster confidence and curiosity.

  • Assessment Criteria:


    AspectIndicatorsMethod
    Understanding of MessagesCan identify messages in images and signsObservation, student explanations
    Participation & CollaborationWorks effectively in groupsTeacher observation, peer feedback
    CreativityCreates colorful and meaningful collagesReview of final products
    Cultural AwarenessRecognizes cultural differences in imagesClass discussion, reflections


    Summary:


    This project encourages young learners to engage actively with visual messages, connecting reading, writing, and cultural understanding through a playful, collaborative, and inquiry-based approach. The activities are tailored to their developmental level, emphasizing creativity, participation, and comprehension.


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