1.1 Introduction and When Is Science Relevant
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Learning Goals
[Link to PlayPosit]
[Link to instructional video]
More details: [link to topic on SSS website]
After this lesson, students should
- [What they should understand, feel, learn, etc.]
Definitions
- Term
- Explanation.
Examples
- [item 1]
Common Misconceptions
- Mistaken quote
- Explanation.
Context
[Explanation of how the current topic into the larger context of the course by explaining how the previous topic(s) relate to the current topic and leaving cliffhangers for future topics where relevant throughout the lesson]
Before
- X.X Lesson Name
- Explanation.
- Itemized explanation.
After
- X.X Lesson Name
- Explanation.
- Itemized explanation.
Recommended Outline
Before Class
- [Any essential logistical things that need to be done for this class]
- Prepare a seating chart.
- Review PlayPosit and discussion questions and ask faculty, Gabriel, or Emlen any questions you have.
- (Optional) Prepare a presentation.
During Class
- (5 min) Come up with some fun way to assign the roles of spokesperson and notetaker (e.g. earliest birthday in the year, lives furthest from campus). Remind them of the responsibilities of these roles.
- ([#] min) [Description of some module from #Lesson Content]
- (5 min) Collect questions for plenary.
After Class
- [Any essential logistical things that need to be done as followup for this class]
- Collect answers from notetakers for the forum / plenary.
Lesson Content
Clicker Question
- Question
Correct answer. - First option
- Second option
- Third option
- Fourth option
Ice Breakers
The purpose of this activity is to encourage students to turn their cameras on, get comfortable speaking with each other, and start to build a sense of camaraderie and community. The first ice breaker can be done in the whole class, and then one in small groups. You can switch out for different ice breakers if you have one you prefer.
Instructions
- (10 min) Ice breaker for class: Name, major, one interesting thing you learned or experienced recently.
- (10 min) Small groups
- Ice breaker: Two truths and a lie
- Choose roles for the first two weeks: spokesperson, notetaker, jester
The students can find descriptions of each role in the class syllabus.
Activity 1: Name
[Brief description of and motivation for the activity]
| Common misconceptions and any useful tricks, tips, guidelines, or other background |
Instructions
Discussion Questions
- Question 1
- Subquestion a
Possible misconception that may need to be corrected and clarified. Intended answer to the above question.
- Subquestion b
- Subquestion a
Collect Questions for Plenary
(5 min) Collect remaining questions from the students for faculty in plenary (can be questions for clarification, extension, discussion, etc.), and add [ here].
Changemaker
Consider the Ladder of Inference. Why is it integral to distinguish between fact and value? Where do both of these fall on the Ladder and what role does the reflexive loop have? If you need a quick refresher on the Ladder of Inference, go here: https://thesystemsthinker.com/the-ladder-of-inference/