Lesson Plan | Lesson Plan Iteratif Teachy | Moon

Goal

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

The aim of this stage is to ensure that students have a clear grasp of the lesson's objectives, providing straightforward guidance for their activities and studies. By reinforcing the theoretical foundation previously covered, students will be better equipped for the practical activities planned for the lesson.

Goal Utama:

1. Recognize and differentiate the phases of the moon: waxing, waning, full, and new.

2. Understand and explain the types of lunar eclipses and their respective positions relative to the Sun, Moon, and Earth.

Goal Sekunder:

1. Stimulate interest in astronomy by connecting the theme of the moon to students' everyday lives.
2. Introduce concepts of celestial mechanics in a practical and engaging manner.

Introduction

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

The aim of this stage is to ensure that students have a clear grasp of the lesson's objectives, providing straightforward guidance for their activities and studies. By reinforcing the theoretical foundation previously covered, students will be better equipped for the practical activities planned for the lesson.

Warming Up

🌒 To kick off the lesson on the Moon, explain to the students that the Moon is far more than just Earth's natural satellite. It plays an essential role in life on our planet by influencing tides, calendars, and inspiring cultures globally. Ask students to use their smartphones to discover an interesting fact about the Moon. This could be a historical, scientific, or cultural tidbit. After a few minutes, invite each student to share their fact with the class.

Initial Thoughts

1. 📅 How do moon phases influence our calendar?

2. 🌙 In what ways does the Moon affect the tides on Earth?

3. 🌕 What is your favourite moon phase and why?

4. 📚 Does anyone know of a story or myth related to the Moon?

5. 🔭 Has anyone witnessed a lunar eclipse? How was that experience for you?

Development

Duration: 70 - 80 minutes

The aim of this stage is to provide students with the opportunity to apply and deepen their knowledge on the phases of the Moon and lunar eclipses through interactive and practical activities, leveraging digital technologies to enhance engagement and relate to the realities of modern life.

Activity Suggestions

Activity Recommendations

Activity 1 - Moon on Social Media 🌒📱

> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes

- Goal: Foster an understanding of the phases of the Moon and lunar eclipses through a creative and modern lens, utilizing social media as a learning tool.

- Deskripsi Activity: In this activity, students will create a fictional social media profile for the Moon, where it will share its phases, eclipses, and astronomy curiosities. Using smartphones or computers, students should craft creative and informative posts that mimic what it might be like if the Moon had a digital presence.

- Instructions:

• Divide the class into groups of up to 5 students.

• Each group must create a fictional profile on a social media platform (Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok) for the Moon.

• Students should create at least 5 posts: one for each phase of the Moon (waxing, waning, full, new) and one for lunar eclipses.

• Each post must include: a related image or video, an interesting and relevant description, and suitable hashtags.

• Use image/video editing apps and simulated social media to craft and arrange the content.

• At the end, each group must present their profile and the posts they've created to the class.

Activity 2 - Lunar Treasure Hunt 🏴‍☠️🌕

> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes

- Goal: Encourage collaborative and engaging learning about the phases of the Moon and lunar eclipses through the use of augmented reality technology.

- Deskripsi Activity: Students will embark on a digital treasure hunt where, using their mobile devices, they will find and solve clues related to the phases of the Moon and lunar eclipses. The activity will occur in an augmented reality (AR) environment.

- Instructions:

• Divide the class into groups of up to 5 students.

• Provide each group with a mobile device with internet access and an augmented reality (AR) app.

• Each group will receive a digital map with various points of interest related to the Moon.

• Ensure that groups follow the map to discover clues in AR that unlock information about the phases of the Moon and eclipses.

• Each point of interest must include a task or question that students need to answer or solve using their prior knowledge.

• At the end of the treasure hunt, groups must compile their findings and present their answers along with the insights they've gained.

Activity 3 - Moon Game Show 🎮🌑

> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes

- Goal: Reinforce knowledge of lunar phases and eclipses in a fun and competitive manner, using gamification as a learning strategy.

- Deskripsi Activity: Students will take part in a digital game show focused on the phases of the Moon and lunar eclipses. Using an interactive quiz app, students will respond to questions in real time and compete for points.

- Instructions:

• Divide the class into groups of up to 5 students.

• Each group should access an interactive quiz app (like Kahoot or Quizizz) on their mobile devices.

• The teacher should provide the quiz code so all groups can join the game.

• Students will answer questions about the Moon’s phases and the types of lunar eclipses, earning points for every correct answer.

• The quiz should consist of 20 questions covering everything from fundamental concepts to more intricate details.

• At the end of the game, congratulate the group with the highest score, and facilitate a discussion about the answers to ensure understanding.

Feedback

Duration: 20 - 25 minutes

🎯 Purpose: The aim of this stage is to solidify learning through reflection and sharing insights. By discussing the activities completed and offering constructive feedback, students reinforce their understanding of moon phases and lunar eclipses while also developing their social and collaboration skills.

Group Discussion

🗣️ Group Discussion: Facilitate a group discussion where all students share what they learned while completing the activities and their conclusions. Use this outline to guide the discussion:

1. Introduction: Ask groups to begin by sharing their fictional social media profile for the Moon, emphasizing posts about the phases and eclipses.
2. Explorations: Encourage groups to discuss their experiences during the Lunar Treasure Hunt, mentioning challenges faced and how they tackled the clues.
3. Competition: Request that students share their thoughts on the Moon Game Show, including which questions they found easiest or hardest and what insights they gained from the answers.
4. Synthesis: Ask groups to summarize the knowledge acquired about the phases of the Moon and types of eclipses and how the activities enhanced their understanding.

Reflections

1. ❓ Reflection Questions:

1. How did creating a social media profile for the Moon enhance your understanding of its phases and eclipses?
2. What were the main challenges during the Lunar Treasure Hunt, and how did you address them?
3. How did the Moon Game Show contribute to solidifying your grasp of lunar phases and eclipses?

Feedback 360º

🔄 360° Feedback: Host a 360° feedback session where each student receives feedback from their peers within their groups. Guide students to follow these constructive and respectful feedback guidelines:

1. Focus on the Positive: Start by acknowledging something the peer did well during the activity.
2. Be Specific: Rather than making general critiques, offer specific suggestions for improvement and give clear examples.
3. Avoid Personal Judgments: Concentrate on observable actions and behaviours, not personal characteristics.
4. Be Sensitive and Respectful: Remember that the goal is to assist, not to wound their feelings.

Encourage students to share their feedback either verbally or through written messages, according to the class's preference.

Conclusion

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

🎯 Purpose: The goal of this stage is to consolidate knowledge through creative summarization and connect learning with real-world applications. By reflecting on how the Moon influences our lives, students can acknowledge the significance of what they studied and spark their motivation to explore other astronomical phenomena. 🚀🔭

Summary

🌕 Summary: Picture a party where the Moon is the star attraction! 🎉 First, it seems a bit shy in its new moon phase 🌑, then it starts to shine brighter in the waxing 🍃. Fully lit up, we witness the full moon 🌕, and finally, it begins to wave goodbye in the waning 🌗. And let's not overlook eclipses, which are the moments when the Moon puts on an extravagant display as it perfectly aligns between Earth and the Sun! 🌞🌍🌙

World

🌐 In Today's World: The Moon isn’t just up there for the sake of being admired; it plays a role in our daily lives in numerous ways. From shaping our calendars to influencing tides and inspiring various songs and poems. The Moon and its phases are significant across many cultures and scientific fields, linking tradition with the technological advances we see today, such as astronomy apps and satellites monitoring space. 🚀

Applications

🏠 Applications: Understanding the phases of the Moon and lunar eclipses deepens our appreciation for the natural phenomena we see in the sky. This knowledge can be beneficial for events like planning stargazing sessions, recognizing how tides affect fishing and navigation, and even grasping stories and myths from around the world that are tied to the Moon. 🌌