AOT Unit 1-3 Finals Review

*REVIEW*
EOY Review

Units 1-3

Critical Thinking, Information Literacy, Problem

Solving

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MRS Icons

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● Slide 19: Rumor or Conjecture (Task Cards)
● Slide 22: Objectivity of an Argument Discussion Questions (Handout)
● Slide 25: Willy Wonka (Video)
● Slide 29: Fake news (Video)
● Slide 32: Groupthink (Task Cards)

Lesson Resources

*Please note that the review contains components from a few concepts from Units 1-3.
For timeliness, please consolidate the Unit Review to fit the needs of your students.

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Do Now

During the year, we have learned
about many concepts, such as:
metacognition, fact versus opinion, point of view, consequences, reliable and valid, groupthink.

Which concept made the most
impact on you? What have you
changed with your new
knowledge?

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Learning Objective & DOL

Learning Objective
The SWBAT demonstrate an understanding of their knowledge of Units 1-3.

Unit 8 Review:
Given several activities and review questions, the SW
demonstrate their knowledge of curriculum standards and explain their reasoning to show mastery.

Metacognition

Day 2

CT 1.2c- Consider metacognitive questions when facing controversial problems or different perspectives

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The following metacognitive strategies can be used when facing controversial problems:

● Self-questioning
● Reflection
● Perspective-taking

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Self-questioning: examination of one's own
actions and motives

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Reflection: serious thought or consideration

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Perspective-taking: looking at a situation from a viewpoint that is different from one's usual
viewpoint

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Get Ready!

5 Second Questions!

Multiple Choice

Serious thought or consideration -

• Reflection

• Perspective-taking

• Self-questioning

Multiple Choice

Looking at a situation from a viewpoint that is different from one's usual viewpoint -

• Self-Questioning

• Reflection

• Perspective-taking

Multiple Choice

Examination of one's own actions and motives -

• Reflection

• Self-questioning

• Perspective-taking

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Explain how each of the three metacognitive strategies can help you approach this problem more effectively.

There's a debate on campus about whether students should have longer PE classes. Some students argue that extra time for PE would allow them to relax and recharge, leading to better focus in class. Others believe that
longer PE classes would cut into valuable learning time and could lead to disciplinary issues in PE class.

1. Self-Questioning
2. Reflection
3. Perspective-Taking

Multiple Choice

How can self-reflection help guide a person into finding a solution to a problem?

• Self-reflection leads to confusion and uncertainty
• Self-reflection limits creativity and problem-solving abilities
• Self-reflection encourages tunnel vision and narrow thinking
• Self-reflection helps guide a person into finding a solution to a problem by providing clarity, insight, and a more holistic perspective on the issue.

Open Ended

Students, please give a two-sentence response.

How can self-reflection help guide a person into finding a solution to a problem?

Fact vs Opinion

PS 11.1 Identify rumors or conjectures in speech or text

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Rumor: A widely held opinion having no known
source

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Multiple Choice

Is this statement a rumor or conjecture?

• Rumor

• Conjecture

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Conjecture: An educated guess or inference based on evidence or reasoning.

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Using ​Partial Information :)

Multiple Choice

Is this statement a rumor or conjecture?

• Rumor

• Conjecture

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Rumor or Conjecture Task Cards Activity

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Multiple Choice

Is this statement a rumor or conjecture?

• Rumor

• Conjecture

Open Ended

Read the statement above and answer the questions.

(Why is this statement a conjecture?)

Point of View

Day 4

IL 3.2b Determine "objectivity" of an argument

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Objective: arguments consider multiple perspectives or viewpoints, even if you disagree with them. You acknowledge opposing arguments and address them fairly.

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Objectivity of an Argument Discussion Questions

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Poll

In a classroom debate about the benefits of using technology in education, two students, Alexis and Chase, present opposing arguments. Alexis argues that technology enhances learning by providing access to a vast amount of information and interactive learning experiences. She supports her argument with research studies and examples of successful technology integration in schools.

On the other hand, Chase believes that technology is detrimental to learning because it distracts students and reduces face-to-face interaction with teachers and peers. He shares personal anecdotes and opinions from teachers who have struggled with technology integration in their classrooms.

• Agree with Alexis Point of View

• Agree with Chase point of View

Open Ended

Who did you vote for (Alexis or Chase)? Why?

Students, please give a 3-sentence response.

Open Ended

In a classroom debate about the benefits of using technology in education, two students, Alexis and Chase, present opposing arguments. Alexis argues that technology enhances learning by providing access to a vast amount of information and interactive learning experiences. She supports her argument with research studies and examples of successful technology integration in schools. On the other hand, Chase believes that technology is detrimental to learning because it distracts students and reduces face-to-face interaction with teachers and peers. He shares personal anecdotes and opinions from teachers who have struggled with technology integration in their classrooms.

(Which student has an objective view about technology integration?) Explain.

Consequences
Day 2

PS 3.4 Predict the consequences of emotional vs. logical reactions to the same situation

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What predictions can be made about the consequences of throwing away unhealthy food from your refrigerator? Is this a logical reaction or an emotional reaction?

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What predictions can be made about the consequences of the characters actions in the video? Is this a logical reaction or an emotional reaction.

Multiple Choice

What predictions can be made about the consequences of the characters actions in the video?

• The girl actions could lead to negative consequences because she does not listen

• Because the girl was respectful and listened to instructions, positive consequences will follow

• Take matters into your own hands

• Willy Wonka was wrong for not telling the girl about the candy

Open Ended

In your own words, what type of personality does the little display? Could you be friends with an individual like her? Why or why not?

Reliable and Valid
Day 5

IL 4.2b Determine whether information is reliable and valid

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Reliable: suitable or fit to be relied on.

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Valid: well-grounded or justifiable

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Why is it important to get news from reliable sources? What are the consequences of spreading or believing fake news?

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Multiple Choice

Suitable or fit to be relied on.

• Valid

• Reliable

Multiple Choice

Well-grounded or justifiable

• Valid

• Reliable

Multiple Choice

Why is it important to get news from reliable sources?

• To support unreliable sources, spread rumors, and hinder critical thinking.
• To waste time, limit knowledge, and encourage bias.
• To add confusion, increase doubt, and promote misinformation.
• To ensure accuracy, credibility, and avoid misinformation.

Open Ended

What are the consequences of spreading or believing fake news?

Solutions Day 2

PS 4.4 Explain the concept of groupthink

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Groupthink: is the habit of members of a group to change to those opinions or feelings most common in their group

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Groupthink Task Cards Activity

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Open Ended

Does this scenario represent groupthink? Explain

Open Ended

Does this scenario represent groupthink? Explain