Intermodal CAP

Kaity, Kara, Tania

Title: Awareness of Water and Nature

Participants:Teenagers (15-17)

Culture, Community, and familial influence:

According to Britannicia (2021) participants struggle with taking full independent responsibility
and choose to spend more time with peers than their family. They start to become more
independent than dependent on their parents, even though they can have an increase of conflict
and negative emotions. During this period of time abstract thinking emerges from the emotional
experiences they are having at this time in their development. Teens look for positive peers and
mentors to go to in a time of need or guidance (Izard, C. E., & Trentacosta, C. J., 2016)

Physical Needs or Challenges

● Major Physical Changes

● Sexually Active
● Drug or Alcohol Use
● Overly Emotional
● Behavioral Changes
● Educational Challenges
● Stress
● Poor Eating Habits
● Social Problems with Dating and Relationships
● Aggression and Violence with Men

(Healthwise Staff, 2020)

Cognitive Abilities: According to Cherry (2020) teenagers of the ages of 15 to 17 years old
become concerned about the future and ideological problems because they are in the Formal
Operations stage.

Emotional: According to Erikson (1950) during this age the participants are in the Identity vs.
Role Confusion from Erikson’s Stages of Psychological Development. It is during this stage that
the participants are developing a sense of personal identity. They are exploring and developing a
sense of self through different experiences and interactions with others.
Creative Needs: According to Victor Lowenfeld (2013-2014), The Period of Decision - 14 - 16
years Art at this stage of life is something to be done or left alone. Natural development will
cease unless a conscious decision is made to improve drawing skills. Students are critically
aware of the immaturity of their drawing and are easily discouraged. Lowenfeld's solution is to
enlarge their concept of adult art to include non-representational art and art occupations besides
painting (architecture, interior design, handcrafts, etc.)

Learning Styles: According to the mytutor.com from the United Kingdom (2013-2021) there
are seven different types of learning styles which include:
1. Logical
2. Social
3. Visual
4. Verbal
5. Physical or Kinesthetic
6. Solitary
7. Auditory
Most teengaers have mixed learning styles and are not focused on just one. As well as do better
with mixed learning styles than just one to further their learning. Our lesson plan will be mixed
learning styles due to the two certain modalities we are working and collaborating with for this
lesson. Using various learning styles and ultimately sensory systems to enhance this
lesson/experience (How to personalise your teens education 7 key learning styles Comments,
2020).

Overview/Summary:
Piaget: Formal Operations (12 and up)
Erik Erikson: Identity vs. Role Confusion (13-21)
Age: Adolescence (12 to 18 years old)
Conflict: Identity vs Role Confusion
Important Events: Social Relationships
Outcome: Fidelity
Teens need to develop a sense of self and personal identity.

(Cherry, K., 2020)

Title: Awareness of Water and Nature

Modality: Mindfulness and Nature
Rationale (developing personal theory, in what ways this will engage and benefit the
participants; includes context and theory - addressing all ARTS processes described in
Intermodal Arts):
The focus of our lesson plan is for teenagers to be away from all the distractions life brings to
humans and be in nature rather than being inside the house or overstimulated. During this period
of time in a teen’s life they may experience more sadness and depression due to they start to
become more independent than dependent on their parents, even though they can have an
increase of conflict and negative emotions. Which can result to drug and alcohol abuse, unsafe
sex, and other problems (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2021).This session is about
developing a better awareness of one’s self, while experiencing the benefits of engaging in
nature. The two intermoral approaches that are included in this plan are Mindfulness and Nature.

Purpose and Intention (* Goals/ Objectives (skills/achievements which will be measured),*

Sequence (includes time estimates):
Goals/objectives
❏ The participants will use a mindfulness technique to achieve a state of relaxation as
evidenced by their post survey results
❏ The participants will have a better understanding of their emotional state as evidence by
their previous and post survey results
❏ The participants will verbally express or share in the end how they are currently feeling

Supplies/Materials/Resources & Physical Space (* Supplies (includes details, eg, weight of

paper, and amounts)* Space needed * Resources? Speaker? Music?:
● Pens
● Pre and Post Worksheets/Questions
● (Alternative) Speakers and Smartboard
Meeting Place: Our space and lesson will be held outside of Alverno College at the Soaring
sculpture made by Lyle London which is a water foundation as well. We want our participants to
gather around this sculpture in a circle and have them look at the sculpture and have them focus
on the water and the surrounding elements in nature.

*Considerations: If the weather does not permit us to be outside, an alternative space to meet
would be the dance room at the ground floor of Alverno College in Alexia Hall or in a general
classroom.
Video to watch inside for nature: https://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=zofBinqC2F4&ab_channel=EricBartel

In this space we are allowing a safe space for participants to be able to share, listen, and express
themselves in a group setting which

Add a procedure outline here with timeline (50 minute format)

**The timeline for the 50 minute experience is provided below.

Timing & Psychological Space (* Sequence (includes time estimates— planning for
opportunity for all to have sufficient time for thinking, creating, processing) *Creating a
safe space that addresses the interaction and quality of experience.

Assessment (* Assessment (reflects the goals/objectives) Rubrics

* Client self-assessment/reflection rubrics as applicable:

Goals/Objectives 1 2 3

❏ The The participant The participant The participant did

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Meditative Experience:

Introduction [5 minutes]: Hello everyone, we would like to introduce ourselves. We have

Tania, Kara, and Kaity. We are having a 50 minute workshop focusing on Mindfulness and
Nature with a group of teenagers because we know what it is like to be a teenager and to go
through a lot of emotional points during this period of time and want you to know you aren’t
alone. Today our focus is to make you relax and be fully present in the moment.

Directions [10 minutes]: Now we would like everyone to make a large circle around the
sculpture and have enough space between each other to feel comfortable and please be quiet
during this time.We would like everyone to turn off or silent their phones during this time and be
ready to share and be comfortable in this space with one another. Now be prepared to listen to
meditation and to be fully present in nature and be mindful during this experience. First before
we start our meditation we would like you to answer the following questions on the front
worksheet and then after we will begin.

Meditative Experience (Outside) [20 minutes]:

We invite you to find a spot on the ground, find a comfortable position sitting or lying down
where you feel that you will be uninterrupted. Allow yourself to just take in your surroundings
and notice what is around you. If you feel comfortable doing so, close your eyes. If not, you can
lower your eyes to the ground and gently soften your gaze or focus on the water. Take a moment
to lengthen your body. Stretch your spine. Begin with a few deep breaths, breathing deep into
the stomach, to help you relax and to bring you to the sensations of the present moment. Without
changing anything, bring your awareness to your breath. Simply observe the sensations as your
breath moves in and out of your body – perhaps the rise and fall of the stomach, the movement of
air at the tips of the nostrils, or the quiet oceanic noise of the air flowing in and out. Allow each
breath to calm the body, your mind, and focus your awareness on the present moment.
Take a moment to tune into your body. Notice if there is a part of you that is a bit tight or tense.
Without making judgement, just give your body what it needs to feel relaxed. This could be a
stretch, a deep breath, or move around. When you're ready, bring your attention to the part of
your body that is connected to the ground. Notice how it feels just to be supported by the earth.
Notice the feeling of gravity and what it's like to be pulled gently towards the earth. You may
find that you are distracted by thoughts or feelings. This is okay. Experience whatever is present
without resisting anything or trying to change it. When you notice them, acknowledge them and
let them float gently away again, like a leaf in the wind.
Now bring your awareness to everything that you can experience in your surroundings.
Bring your attention to your sense of touch. Hold your hands out in front of you
You may like to explore the variety of textures on the ground around you. If there is a particular
sensation of touch that feels pleasurable to you, invite it in for a minute. And notice the sensation
of the air on your skin. Feel the temperature of the air on your skin, the feeling of the breeze and
the sun.
Turning your attention to your hearing, notice what sounds are around you. Notice The variety of
sounds -- birds, bees, crickets, flowing water, other students What is furthest away, what is
closest to you and what is filling the gap in between. You may notice the sounds are interacting
with each other, like a chorus or symphony. Try to exaggerate the sound of your own breathing
to see if you can blend it in with this rhythm. Perhaps there is a sound which is giving you the
most pleasure. Notice the quality of a particular sound -- as if you are going more deeply into the
sound. (It may seem to have a shape or texture.) Whenever your mind wanders, gently bring it
back to the experience of nature.
Breathing in through your mouth, see if there is a taste to the air. Notice the texture or quality of
the air. If you're feeling a bit goofy, you can poke out your tongue and turn your head in different
directions to see what changes.
Take a few deep breaths, what does the air smell like to you. Can you smell the grass, does it
smell like food, rain or a lake nearby or the fountain? Take a few moments to just take some
more deep breaths, and really focus on what you can tell about the world around you just by
inhaling.
When you're ready go ahead and slowly open your eyes, stay where you are and take a look
around you, what is the first thing you see? Take a look at the sky, pay close attention to the
colors today, are there any clouds? Can you find any shapes in the clouds?

Cool Down [15 minutes]:

Start to regulate your breathing, begin to stretch and wake your body, when you feel ready, sit up
or stand up. Remain quiet for another minute while everyone takes their time adjusting, do what
feels natural to you. Think about what you learned in this experience. Then after you will be
answering a few questions on the back of the worksheet. Then after we would like people to
share their before and after experiences of this workshop.

Introduction [5 minutes]: Hello everyone, we would like to introduce ourselves. We have

Tania, Kara, and Kaity. We are having a 50 minute workshop focusing on Mindfulness and
Nature with a group of teenagers because we know what it is like to be a teenager and to go
through a lot of emotional points during this period of time and want you to know you aren’t
alone. Today our focus is to make you relax and be fully present in the moment.

Directions [10 minutes]: Now we would like everyone to find a spot in the room and have
enough space between each other to feel comfortable and please be quiet during this time.We
would like everyone to turn off or silent their phones during this time and be ready to share and
be comfortable in this space with one another. Now be prepared to listen to meditation and to be
fully present in listening to the nature in the video provided and be mindful during this
experience. First before we start our meditation we would like you to answer the following
questions on the front worksheet and then after we will begin.

Meditative Experience (Inside) [20 minutes]:

We invite you to find a spot on the ground, find a comfortable position sitting or lying down
where you feel that you will be uninterrupted in the room. Allow yourself to just take in your
surroundings and notice what is around you. If you feel comfortable doing so, close your eyes. If
not, you can lower your eyes to the ground and gently soften your gaze or focus on the water in
the video. Take a moment to lengthen your body. Stretch your spine. Begin with a few deep
breaths, breathing deep into the stomach, to help you relax and to bring you to the sensations of
the present moment. Without changing anything, bring your awareness to your breath. Simply
observe the sensations as your breath moves in and out of your body – perhaps the rise and fall
of the stomach, the movement of air at the tips of the nostrils, or the quiet oceanic noise of the air
flowing in and out. Allow each breath to calm the body, your mind, and focus your awareness on
the present moment.
Take a moment to tune into your body. Notice if there is a part of you that is a bit tight or tense.
Without making judgement, just give your body what it needs to feel relaxed. This could be a
stretch, a deep breath, or move around. When you're ready, bring your attention to the part of
your body that is connected to the ground. Notice how it feels just to be supported by the ground.
Notice the feeling of gravity and what it's like to be pulled gently towards the ground. You may
find that you are distracted by thoughts or feelings. This is okay. Experience whatever is present
without resisting anything or trying to change it. When you notice them, acknowledge them and
let them float gently away again, like a leaf in the wind.
Now bring your awareness to everything that you can experience in your surroundings.
Bring your attention to your sense of touch. Hold your hands out in front of you
You may like to explore the variety of textures on the ground around you. If there is a particular
sensation of touch that feels pleasurable to you, invite it in for a minute. And notice the sensation
of the air on your skin. Feel the temperature of the air on your skin.
Turning your attention to your hearing, notice what sounds are around you. Notice The variety of
sounds -- birds, bees, crickets, flowing water, other students What is furthest away, what is
closest to you and what is filling the gap in between. You may notice the sounds are interacting
with each other, like a chorus or symphony. Try to exaggerate the sound of your own breathing
to see if you can blend it in with this rhythm. Perhaps there is a sound which is giving you the
most pleasure. Notice the quality of a particular sound -- as if you are going more deeply into the
sound. (It may seem to have a shape or texture.) Whenever your mind wanders, gently bring it
back to the experience.
Breathing in through your mouth, see if there is a taste to the air. Notice the texture or quality of
the air. If you're feeling a bit goofy, you can poke out your tongue and turn your head in different
directions to see what changes.
Take a few deep breaths, what does the air smell like to you. Take a few moments to just take
some more deep breaths, and really focus on what you can tell about the world around you just
by inhaling.
When you're ready go ahead and slowly open your eyes, stay where you are and take a look
around you, what is the first thing you see? Take a look at the ceiling, pay close attention to the
colors today that you see. What draws your attention?
Cool Down [15 minutes]:

Start to regulate your breathing, begin to stretch and wake your body, when you feel ready, sit up
or stand up. Remain quiet for another minute while everyone takes their time adjusting, do what
feels natural to you. Think about what you learned in this experience. Then after you will be
answering a few questions on the back of the worksheet. Then after we would like people to
share their before and after experiences of this workshop.
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 Pre Self Reflection

Before Experience

How stressed are you today?

Circle 1 being the least and 10 being the most

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

How well do you understand your emotional mental state?

Circle 1 being the least and 10 being the most

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Write how you feel currently before the experience.

What is on your mind that you want to reflect and think about in

this experience?
 Post Self Reflection

After Experience

How relaxed do you feel after the experience?

Circle 1 being the least and 10 being the most

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Write how you feel after that experience.

What did you reflect and think about during the experience?

Do you think you have a better understanding of your emotions;

mental health, explain.

Self Assessment:

__S___ _____Successfully implement the intermodal arts plan by applying effective instruction
(IALP) or facilitation (ICAP) to the class group

___S__ _____Thoughtfully reflect on their planning and implementation using the directions and
the Appalachian Approach components (personal theory, nature as creative process, imagination,
and community experience), as a framework, considering strengths and areas of future growth.

__S___ _____Reflect, with evidence, on her work as a collaborative group/peer member.