Designed by
Jo Abernathy
jabernathy@dpisd.org
| Introduction | Task | Process | Conclusion | TEKS | Credits |
The Middle Ages covers a time frame from A.D. 500, just after the fall of the Roman Empire, to 1500. During this time, Europe was invaded by different countries, a more systematic form of government was created, and cities grew. In addition, lifestyles and beliefs changed partly due to famine, disease and corruption. Along with change came new discoveries and ideas that guided European society to the Renaissance.
Although part of this time period is consisdered the Dark Ages, it stills holds a romantic fascination for many people. It conjures up the dreams of castles, princesses and knights in shining armor.
Students will research different aspects of the Middle Ages, such as government, society and life styles. Using the information they found students will create a storyboard in preparation for a digital story.
Students may use other forms of multimedia, such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Inspiration and Paint to help them create their digital story.
You and a partner will choose two of the following topics to research. Click on the topic to be linked to a page with questions and web sites to help you in your investigation. Take notes and remember to include the URL where you found information.
After you have finished your research, collect your notes and organize them. Using PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Inspiration or any other multimedia software available at school (be sure to get your teacher's permission) to create your storyboard.
6.18.F Technology: TS will use available technology to support aspects of
creating, revising, editing, and publishing texts.
6.20.E Technology: TS will present information in various forms using available
technology.
6.24.B Technology: TS will produce communications using technology or appropriate
media such as developing a class newsletter, multimedia reports, or video
reports.
6.12.B Reading: TS recognizes the distinguishing features of genres, including
biography, historical fiction, information texts,
and poetry.
6.12.E Reading: TS understands literary forms by recognizing and distinguishing
among such types of text as stories, poems, myths, fables, tall tales, limericks,
plays, biographies, and autobiographies.
6.13..C-G Reading/inquiry/research: TS will research areas of interest in
order to produce a short product.
6.22.C Reading/viewing/representing/interpretation:: TS will use media to
compare ideas and points of view.
6.23.B-D Reading/viewing/representing/analysis: TS will analyze and critique
visual images, messages, and meanings.
6.15.D Writing: TS will write to entertain
such as to compose humorous poems or short stories.
6.15.F Writing: TS will choose the appropriate form for his/her own purpose
for writing, including journals, letters,editorials, reviews, poems, presentations,
narratives, reports, and instructions.
6.15.G Writing: TS will use literary devices effectively such as suspense,
dialogue, and figurative language.
6.16.A-G Writing: TS composes original texts, applying the conventions of
written language such as capitalization, punctuation, penmanship and spelling
to communicate clearly.
6.17.A-I Writing: TS applies standard grammar and usage to communicate clearly
and effectively in writing.
6.18.A-I Writing: TS selects and uses writing processes for self initiated
and assigned writing
6.24.A-C Viewing/Representing: TS produces visual images, messages, and meanings
that communicate with others.
Illuminated background from Medieval and Fantasy Backgrounds at http://clipart.lordkyi.net/clipart.php?category=backgd&page=3
Knighting gif from http://members.tripod.com/~mystyway/fae/knighting.gif