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Lesson Idea Name: War of 1812 Recording
Grade Level/Content Area: 4th grade Social Studies
Content Standard Addressed:
SS4H3 Explain westward expansion in America.
a. Describe the causes and events of the War of 1812; include the burning of the Capitol and the White House
and the writing of “The Star Spangled Banner.”

ISTE Technology Standard Addressed:  What would you like students to know and be
Creative Communicator - 1.6.a Students choose able to do by the end of this lesson:
the appropriate platforms and tools for meeting I can describe the causes and events of the War
the desired objectives of their creation or of 1812.
communication. I understand the burning of the Capitol and
Creative Communicator – 1.6.d Students publish White House.
or present content that customizes the message I why “The Star Spangled Banner” was written.
and medium for their intended audiences.

What is the student learning goal for this lesson idea?

I can describe the causes and events of the War of 1812; including the burning of the Capitol, the
White House, and the writing of “The Star Spangled Banner”.

Selected Instructional Software Tool: Spotify for Podcasters

Description of Software: Allows for the users to record themselves with multiple different features.

URL(s) to support the lesson (if applicable): https://podcasters.spotify.com/

Bloom’s Taxonomy Level(s):

☒ Remembering ☒ Understanding ☐ Applying ☐ Analyzing ☐ Evaluating ☒ Creating

How do you plan to implement this lesson and integrate the technology? Check all that apply:

☐ Teacher-led: There is no student voice and choice in the activities. Students are guided by the
teacher's direction and expectations. Learning activities are assigned to the student and mostly
practice based.

☒ Student-Led: Students are given voice and choice in the activities. They may select the topic of
learning and/or determine the tool they will use to meet the learning goal. The teacher facilitates
the learning as the students direct their own learning processes.

☒ Problem-based and/or Publishable: Students are solving problems and completing projects to
demonstrate their learning. Additionally, the projects can be shared outside of the classroom.
(Note: This objective could be reached by displaying the project on the school’s morning
newscast, posting the project to the classroom blog, presenting it to another class, or publishing

TFrazier, 2022
 Multimedia: Audio or Video Lesson Idea
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it via an outside source.)
Lesson idea implementation:
Students will create an audio recording either discussing the causes and events of the War of 1812
or create and record a song about the events; modeled after why “The Star Spangled Banner” was
written. To create a script or song the students need to know about the topic/why it was written.
Students will work alone or with a partner to create an audio recording. While the students are
creating their scripts/lyrics the teacher will assist students as needed and approve their script/lyrics
before the student(s) record. Students will then share their recordings with the class.

Managing student learning: Instead of just listening to the topic being talked about students will be
explaining the information. This allows students to become active social learners as they are working with the
information not just passively learning it. Students must get their script/lyrics approved before using the tool.
Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Reflection: Utilizing the ability to record allows for students to
express themselves in a different way. This is because some students learn better with auditory
forms of teaching. It can also be easier for a student to vocalize their understanding rather than
writing down their understanding where the student might struggle with spelling or other writing
struggles. It also allows for engagement with the topic as students are not only learning the material
but also teaching/talking about the material.
Reflection:
I think this will be exciting for students as they are using the information, they are learning about
creating a recording that explains what they understand. I look forward to listening to the students’
podcasts and songs. This is because it is a way for students to show off what they know in a creative
way.

TFrazier, 2022