I have been meaning to write this post for a while and after having a clear out/organisation of my Google Drive - I revisited this project from a couple of years ago and realised how valuable it was and will use some of the ideas next year in our immigration unit.
We did a unit of study on refugees and focused on those in our host country - Malaysia and wanted to highlight the health (both physical and mental) challenges that are faced. Our end goal was a stage presentation for an evening event on global issues (each class had their own issue).
Step 1 - Research
We read books on refugees, including one written by Myanmar child refugees in Malaysia.
We used a variety of online resources: UNHCR, Online Encyclopedias, Current News Articles from student friendly sites (NewsELA, BBC Newsround, Youngzine, DogoNews, etc.)
Video for Steps 2 - 4
Slides for Steps 2-3
Step 2 - Combine Information and Synthesize using Compass Points (Nature, Economy, Society, Wellbeing)
Students worked in small groups to take the information that we collected and used compass points to help discuss and organise the information. It was then collated on to one large paper.
Step 3 - Mind Maps
We created a list of words that came up during Step 2 and gave them to students. They then made mind maps to help explain their thinking. Some students categorised and others showed connections. A couple groups made causal diagrams.
Step 4 - 3-2-1 Protocol
Using their in-depth knowledge, students had to work in their groups to come up with 3 most challenging problems refugees face, 2 possible solutions, 1 big question
Step 5 - Interview with Refugee Worker
With lots of information now at hand we had the opportunity to ask questions to a doctor who worked with the local refugee community. We came up with questions based on our research/synthesis. I took notes to refer to later.
Step 6 - Script Writing
We then broke our information into sections and each group wrote part of the script. The whole class then revised and edited it. (Script Ideas, Final Script)
Step 7 - Presentation
After much practice and adding in movement and expression, we presented our program to build awareness in our community on the Health of Refugees.
We did a unit of study on refugees and focused on those in our host country - Malaysia and wanted to highlight the health (both physical and mental) challenges that are faced. Our end goal was a stage presentation for an evening event on global issues (each class had their own issue).
Step 1 - Research
We read books on refugees, including one written by Myanmar child refugees in Malaysia.
We used a variety of online resources: UNHCR, Online Encyclopedias, Current News Articles from student friendly sites (NewsELA, BBC Newsround, Youngzine, DogoNews, etc.)
Video for Steps 2 - 4
Step 2 - Combine Information and Synthesize using Compass Points (Nature, Economy, Society, Wellbeing)
Students worked in small groups to take the information that we collected and used compass points to help discuss and organise the information. It was then collated on to one large paper.
Step 3 - Mind Maps
We created a list of words that came up during Step 2 and gave them to students. They then made mind maps to help explain their thinking. Some students categorised and others showed connections. A couple groups made causal diagrams.
Step 4 - 3-2-1 Protocol
Using their in-depth knowledge, students had to work in their groups to come up with 3 most challenging problems refugees face, 2 possible solutions, 1 big question
Step 5 - Interview with Refugee Worker
With lots of information now at hand we had the opportunity to ask questions to a doctor who worked with the local refugee community. We came up with questions based on our research/synthesis. I took notes to refer to later.
Step 6 - Script Writing
We then broke our information into sections and each group wrote part of the script. The whole class then revised and edited it. (Script Ideas, Final Script)
Step 7 - Presentation
After much practice and adding in movement and expression, we presented our program to build awareness in our community on the Health of Refugees.
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