Lesson Plan | Technical Methodology | Changes and Continuities

Objectives

Duration: (10 - 15 minutes)

The purpose of this stage is to introduce students to the concept of changes and consistencies over time, using images to facilitate understanding. By developing practical analysis and observation skills, students will be better prepared to understand spatial and temporal transformations, skills valuable for both academic life and the job market.

Main Objectives

1. Analyze images of the same place at different times, identifying changes and consistencies.

2. Develop critical observation skills by comparing different time periods of a location.

Side Objectives

1. Stimulate students' curiosity and critical thinking.
2. Encourage active and collaborative participation in activities.

Introduction

Duration: (10 - 15 minutes)

The purpose of this stage is to introduce students to the concept of changes and consistencies over time, using images to facilitate understanding. By developing practical analysis and observation skills, students will be better prepared to understand spatial and temporal transformations, skills valuable for both academic life and the job market.

Contextualization

Changes and consistencies are fundamental concepts for understanding how places and landscapes transform over time. Imagine the neighborhood where you live: has it always been the way it is today? Probably not. Cities grow, new constructions emerge, trees are planted or cut down, but some things remain the same, such as streets or historic monuments. Understanding these transformations helps us to value our history and plan better for the future.

Curiosities and Market Connection

Did you know that professionals like urban planners and architects use old photos and maps to plan new constructions and renovations in cities? They need to understand what has changed and what has remained over the years to make informed decisions. Additionally, historians and geographers use these analyses to study the evolution of societies and the environment.

Initial Activity

Project two images of the same location, one old and one recent, and ask the students: 'What has changed and what has remained the same?' Allow them to share their initial observations. This initial discussion will help spark curiosity and interest in the topic.

Development

Duration: (50 - 60 minutes)

The purpose of this stage is to deepen students' understanding of changes and consistencies over time through practical and reflective activities. By working in groups and discussing their observations, students will develop analysis, communication, and collaborative skills, important for both the school environment and the job market.

Covered Topics

1. Concepts of changes and consistencies.
2. Identification of changes and consistencies in images.
3. Importance of changes and consistencies for society.
4. Professions that use the analysis of changes and consistencies.

Reflections on the Theme

Encourage students to reflect on how changes and consistencies affect their daily lives. Guide them to think about how the places they frequent, such as school or parks, have changed over time and what has remained the same. Ask how these changes impact their daily activities and well-being.

Mini Challenge

Building the Neighborhood Timeline

Students will create a visual timeline of a neighborhood, using old and recent images provided by the teacher. They will identify changes and consistencies over the years.

Instructions

1. Divide the class into groups of 4 to 5 students.
2. Distribute old and recent images of the same neighborhood to each group.
3. Provide kraft paper, colored pens, glue, and scissors for the students.
4. Ask the students to analyze the images and identify changes and consistencies.
5. Guide them to create a timeline on kraft paper, pasting the images and noting the observed changes and consistencies.
6. Encourage the groups to present their timelines to the class, explaining their observations.

Objective: Develop critical observation and analysis skills, encouraging teamwork and communication.

Duration: (30 - 40 minutes)

Evaluation Exercises

1. Ask students to draw a familiar place (their home, school, etc.) as it was in the past and how it is currently, highlighting the changes and consistencies.
2. Distribute a sheet with a before and after image of a well-known location. Request students to circle the changes and underline the consistencies.
3. Propose a discussion circle where each student shares a significant change they have noticed in their community and an important consistency.

Conclusion

Duration: (10 - 15 minutes)

The purpose of this stage is to consolidate students' learning, ensuring that they understand the importance of the concepts discussed during the lesson and know how to apply them in practical contexts. The final discussion and summary of the main points help to solidify knowledge and reflect on its applications in daily life and the job market.

Discussion

Promote a final discussion with the students about what they learned during the class. Ask how the practical activity helped them better understand the concept of changes and consistencies. Encourage students to reflect on how this knowledge can be applied in their daily lives and future professions. Ask: 'How do you think changes and consistencies influence our lives?' and 'In what ways can we use what we learned today in the future?'

Summary

Recap the main points covered in the lesson: the definition of changes and consistencies, the importance of these concepts for understanding the transformations of places over time, and the professions that use these analyses. Reinforce how the critical analysis of images from different time periods can reveal much about the history and development of a location.

Closing

Explain to students how the lesson connected theory and practice, showing that changes and consistencies are not just academic concepts but also useful tools in the job market. Reinforce the importance of observing and analyzing the environment around us, highlighting that this skill is valuable in both daily life and various careers. Conclude the class by thanking everyone for their participation and emphasizing the relevance of the topic.