Certainly! Below is a comprehensive educational project plan for "Introduce Myself and Others" tailored for 2nd-grade students, based on the Community-Based Learning Methodology with an emphasis on Critical Interculturality. The plan is structured into phases and moments, including suggested times and age-appropriate activities.
Phase | Moment | Time | Objectives | Activities | Adaptations for 2nd Grade |
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Phase 1: Planning | |||||
Moment 1: Identification | 1 day | 30 minutes | Recognize the importance of self-identity and respecting others' differences | - Class discussion: "Who am I?"<br>- Share simple facts: name, age, favorite color, favorite food<br>- Draw a self-portrait | Use visuals and encourage verbal sharing; keep activities simple and fun |
Moment 2: Recovery | 1 day | 30 minutes | Recall prior knowledge about themselves and others | - Review previous experiences: family, friends<br>- Share stories about themselves and a friend<br>- Use pictures or drawings | Use visual aids and allow children to express themselves with words or drawings |
Moment 3: Planning | 1 day | 30 minutes | Plan activities to learn about classmates and intercultural understanding | - Brainstorm ways to introduce classmates<br>- Create a class "introductions" chart<br>- Plan a "show and tell" session | Keep planning simple, involve children in choosing how they want to introduce themselves |
Phase 2: Action | |||||
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Moment 4: Approach | 2 days | 45 minutes each | Build familiarity and trust among students; encourage openness | - Pair students for "Name and Favorite" sharing<br>- Use greeting songs in English ("Hello, how are you?")<br>- Introduce "My name is..." poster | Use songs, visual aids, and partner activities to make students comfortable speaking in English |
Moment 5: Comprehension and Production | 3 days | 60 minutes total | Understand basic self and others' descriptions; practice speaking and listening | - Students prepare simple sentences: "My name is...," "I like..."<br>- Practice with classmates in small groups<br>- Create a "My Friend" booklet with drawings and sentences | Use guided sentence starters and picture prompts; encourage participation without pressure |
Moment 6: Recognition | 1 day | 30 minutes | Celebrate students’ efforts; recognize their introductions | - Show students' self-portraits and sentences<br>- Invite students to present their work to the class<br>- Praise effort and diversity | Use positive reinforcement; display work on classroom walls to foster pride and respect |
Moment 7: Correction | 1 day | 30 minutes | Provide gentle feedback to improve language use | - Practice pronunciation of common phrases<br>- Correct gently when necessary<br>- Use games like "Repeat after me" | Keep corrections positive and playful; reinforce confidence |
Phase 3: Intervention | |||||
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Moment 8: Integration | 2 days | 45 minutes each | Connect learning with cultural awareness and interculturality | - Share stories or pictures from different cultures (e.g., traditional clothes)<br>- Discuss similarities and differences in fun ways<br>- Create a "Cultural Map" of the class | Use visual aids, stories, and encourage children to share their background or family traditions |
Moment 9: Dissemination | 2 days | 45 minutes | Share learning with classmates, families, and the community | - Prepare a simple presentation or poster about themselves<br>- Invite family members to the class<br>- Send home a "My Friend and I" booklet | Use easy-to-understand language; involve children in the presentation, fostering pride and intercultural respect |
Moment 10: Considerations | 1 day | 30 minutes | Reflect on what was learned; recognize diversity as a strength | - Class discussion: "What did we learn about ourselves and others?"<br>- Draw a class mural representing diversity<br>- Talk about the importance of respecting differences | Foster a positive attitude towards diversity; use simple language and visual summaries |
Moment 11: Progress | Ongoing | 10 minutes weekly | Reinforce learning and intercultural values | - "All About Me" weekly sharing<br>- Celebrate cultural days or traditions<br>- Language games emphasizing "we are different, but we are friends" | Use consistent, brief activities to reinforce learning; celebrate diversity regularly |
This structured plan ensures a meaningful, inclusive, and engaging learning experience for 2nd-grade students to introduce themselves and others while fostering intercultural respect within the community.