Digital Tools Mastery: 5th Grade Computer Science Lesson Plan by Patterson, Summer https://padlet.com/swhite89_3/j6br92v2h3qfu71l Exploring Advanced Features of Digital Tools for Effective Communication en-us 2025-07-02 03:31:08 UTC 2025-07-02 04:07:59 UTC hello@padlet.com Main Learning Objective swhite89_3 https://padlet.com/swhite89_3/j6br92v2h3qfu71l/wish/3507996297

  • Students will learn how to use tools like Google Slides, Canva, and Flip to create engaging digital content.

  • Students will understand how to tailor a message to inform, persuade, or entertain an audience.

  • Students will evaluate the effectiveness of digital presentations using a rubric.

    • https://www.commonsense.org/education/articles/5-reasons-multimedia-presentations-are-a-classroom-must

    ]]>     2025-07-02 03:31:09 UTC https://padlet.com/swhite89_3/j6br92v2h3qfu71l/wish/3507996297     Success Criteria swhite89_3 https://padlet.com/swhite89_3/j6br92v2h3qfu71l/wish/3507996299 1. Navigate advanced features in at least 2 digital tools
    2. Incorporate various media elements (text, images, video) effectively
    3. Explain why specific digital features enhance their message]]>     2025-07-02 03:31:09 UTC https://padlet.com/swhite89_3/j6br92v2h3qfu71l/wish/3507996299     Essential Question swhite89_3 https://padlet.com/swhite89_3/j6br92v2h3qfu71l/wish/3507996303 How can we use digital tools to make our messages more powerful and engaging?

    ]]>     2025-07-02 03:31:10 UTC https://padlet.com/swhite89_3/j6br92v2h3qfu71l/wish/3507996303     Tool Explorer (Direct Instruction) swhite89_3 https://padlet.com/swhite89_3/j6br92v2h3qfu71l/wish/3507996326

  • Watch videos showcasing Canva, Google Slides, and Padlet.

  • Discuss what features make each platform great for communicating ideas.

  • Students create short practice slides/videos using each tool.

    https://youtu.be/7vSnesQDLBE?si=RFuXqW-96su39Cjh


    https://youtu.be/KmJY4j_F8Xc?si=tWmrorkdv5AgAdHj

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  • in pairs, Students choose to either:
    a) Create a persuasive advertisement,
    b) Make an informational slideshow, or
    c) Record an entertaining story.

  • They use Canva, Flip, or Google Slides.

  • Emphasis on using media features: transitions, voiceovers, images, charts, music, etc

    • ]]>     2025-07-02 03:31:12 UTC https://padlet.com/swhite89_3/j6br92v2h3qfu71l/wish/3507996328     Digital Storytelling (Independent Practice) swhite89_3 https://padlet.com/swhite89_3/j6br92v2h3qfu71l/wish/3507996349 2025-07-02 03:31:13 UTC https://padlet.com/swhite89_3/j6br92v2h3qfu71l/wish/3507996349 Extension Activity swhite89_3 https://padlet.com/swhite89_3/j6br92v2h3qfu71l/wish/3507996350 2025-07-02 03:31:13 UTC https://padlet.com/swhite89_3/j6br92v2h3qfu71l/wish/3507996350 Remediation Support swhite89_3 https://padlet.com/swhite89_3/j6br92v2h3qfu71l/wish/3507996365 2025-07-02 03:31:14 UTC https://padlet.com/swhite89_3/j6br92v2h3qfu71l/wish/3507996365 Formative Check-ins swhite89_3 https://padlet.com/swhite89_3/j6br92v2h3qfu71l/wish/3507996372 - Peer feedback on practice presentations
    - Teacher observation during guided practice]]>     2025-07-02 03:31:15 UTC https://padlet.com/swhite89_3/j6br92v2h3qfu71l/wish/3507996372     Digital Skills Rubric swhite89_3 https://padlet.com/swhite89_3/j6br92v2h3qfu71l/wish/3507996399 1. Feature utilization
    2. Media integration
    3. Message effectiveness
    4. Technical proficiency]]>     2025-07-02 03:31:17 UTC https://padlet.com/swhite89_3/j6br92v2h3qfu71l/wish/3507996399     Digital Tool Reflection swhite89_3 https://padlet.com/swhite89_3/j6br92v2h3qfu71l/wish/3507996406 - What new feature did you learn today?
    - How will this feature help you communicate better?
    - What feature would you like to explore more?]]>     2025-07-02 03:31:17 UTC https://padlet.com/swhite89_3/j6br92v2h3qfu71l/wish/3507996406     Tutorial Creation swhite89_3 https://padlet.com/swhite89_3/j6br92v2h3qfu71l/wish/3507996437 2025-07-02 03:31:19 UTC https://padlet.com/swhite89_3/j6br92v2h3qfu71l/wish/3507996437 Computer Science swhite89_3 https://padlet.com/swhite89_3/j6br92v2h3qfu71l/wish/3508009085 Standard:
    5.FC Foundational Concepts:
    Use advanced features of digital tools and media-rich resources to communicate key ideas and details in a way that informs, persuades, and/or entertains.


    https://www.tn.gov/education/districts/academic-standards/computer-science.html

    ]]>     2025-07-02 03:44:01 UTC https://padlet.com/swhite89_3/j6br92v2h3qfu71l/wish/3508009085     Student Resources swhite89_3 https://padlet.com/swhite89_3/j6br92v2h3qfu71l/wish/3508029425 https://www.canva.com/learn/how-to-canva-beginners-guide/

    ]]>     2025-07-02 04:05:35 UTC https://padlet.com/swhite89_3/j6br92v2h3qfu71l/wish/3508029425     What I created, What I learned swhite89_3 https://padlet.com/swhite89_3/j6br92v2h3qfu71l/wish/3508030687

  • Students upload their final product links here.

  • Post a short reflection: "What did you learn about digital communication?"

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  • Ideas to scaffold the lesson:

    • Provide templates

    • Use sentence starters for video scripts

  • Allow group work or individual options

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