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The How-To’s of Prism Project Lesson Planning. Chloë Hines, Claire Lefkowicz, & Elizabeth Fisher. Prism Project Lesson Planning. Things to Know/Consider Pre-Assessment Appropriate Material Modifications & Accommodations Processing Time for Performers. Where to begin?.
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The How-To’s of Prism Project Lesson Planning Chloë Hines, Claire Lefkowicz, & Elizabeth Fisher
Prism Project Lesson Planning Things to Know/Consider Pre-Assessment Appropriate Material Modifications & Accommodations Processing Time for Performers Where to begin?
Things to Know & Consider • Time frame of lesson • Number of performers • Age of performers • Levels of performers’ ability • Activities for the day
Pre-Assessment • Begin each lesson with simple activities to assess ability levels • Prepare a fun activity to engage performers • Plan activities to help familiarize the performers to the content
Appropriate Material • Age appropriate material • Content appropriate material • Enjoyable material • Material that CAN be adapted • Material that is easily adaptable
Modifications & Accommodations • Pacing of lesson • Amount of material to cover with each group • Creating visuals and providing guides for performers • Ex: PowerPoints, Lyric Sheets, Picture Cue Cards, Physical Gestures • Create a plan that is flexible and informal • Changes during the rehearsal can interfere with a lesson plan
Processing Time for Performers • Using “wait time” when working with the performers • Encourage performers to engage in activities at all times • Incorporate a variety of activities in each lesson to keep performers engaged
Example Lesson Plans • Prism Project Lesson Plan Template • Example of Theatre lesson plan • Example of Dance lesson plan • Example of Music lesson plan
Prism Project Lesson Planning Things to Know/Consider Pre-Assessment Appropriate Material Modifications & Accommodations Processing Time for Performers Overview