How can new technology affect our identities and

King Faisal School relationship ?

Anas (Anas) Al-khateeb
IB MYP 8A Individual & Societies-AL-MUTANABI
(Grade 8) A

Summary

How can new technology affect our identities and relationship ?

Subject Year Start date Duration

Integrated humanities Grade 8 Week 1, December 6 weeks 20 hours

Description
Modern technology has paved the way for multi-functional devices like the smartwatch and the smartphone. Computers are
increasingly faster, more portable, and higher-powered than ever before. With all of these revolutions, technology has also made
our lives easier, faster, better, and more fun.

Key and Related Concepts

Key Concepts

Key
Concepts Definition

Creativity is the process or ability to make or produce something new and original, often characterized by the use
of imagination or divergent thinking. It may be evident in the process as well as the outcome, solution or product.
Creativity

Related Concept(s)

Culture, Identity, Innovation and revolution

Inquiry

Conceptual Understanding

It has become appallingly obvious that our technology has exceeded our humanity.

Global Context

Global Context Explorations to develop

Systems, Methods, Opportunity, Industrialization and engineering, Virtual environments and the
Information Age, Principles and discoveries
Scientific and
technical innovation

Identify a specific global context exploration.

Process and solution

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IB MYP 8A Individual & Societies-AL-MUTANABI
(Grade 8) A

Statement of Inquiry

Technological innovations have different effects on our identities and relationships with others.

Inquiry Questions

Type Inquiry Questions Line of Inquiry

Factual What is technology? Factual

Conceptual In what ways does technology affect Conceptual

our identity and relationship ? in what
ways can technology affect global
interaction ?

Debatable Does technology harm our Debatable

relationships with others ?

Curriculum

Aims

Appreciate human and environmental commonalities and diversity

Understand the interactions and interdependence of individuals, societies and the environment

Understand how both environmental and human systems operate and evolve

Identify and develop concern for the well-being of human communities and the natural environment

Act as responsible citizens of local and global communities

Develop inquiry skills that lead towards conceptual understandings of the relationships between individuals, societies and
the environments in which they live.

MYP subject group objective(s)

A: Knowing and understanding

i. use a range of terminology in context

ii. demonstrate knowledge and understanding of subject-specific content and concepts, through descriptions,
explanations and examples

B: Investigating

i. formulate/choose a clear and focused research question, explaining its relevance

ii. formulate and follow an action plan to investigate a research question

iii. use the methods to collect and record relevant information

iv. evaluate the research process and results, with guidance

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D: Thinking critically

i. analyse concepts, issues, models, visual representation and/or theories

ii. summarize information to make valid, well supported arguments

iii. analyse a range of sources/data in terms of origin and purpose, recognizing values and limitations

iv. recognize different perspectives and explain their implications

Content (topics, knowledge, skills)

In this unit , Students will learn about :

1. Technological innovation

2. How can technology affect our identities and relation

3. Major technological breakthroughs in history .

4. Ancient Roman tech

5. How did T.V shape society

6. In What ways did T.V affect society ?

7. The impact of T.V on people ?

8. How have computers changed

7. Computer and entrainment

8. Computer & Work

9. Computer & creativity

10. Computer & War

11. Computer & science

13. Does Tech harm our relationship & identity

14. What kind of strategies are most effective within your classroom?

Skills

Thinking skills include theorizing, predicting, evaluating, memory recall and thought organization. They are something
that everyone has, but not everyone knows how to use them effectively. Developing effective thinking skills comes with time.
These skills will enable students to meet all the objectives and performe on the summative tasks very well.

ATL Skills

ATL skills

Description
Thinking skills will be taught by :

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• Connect different ideas

Connecting different ideas is key to teaching critical thinking. For example, elementary school teachers can ask students if
they know anyone who has to take a bus to work, and if so, why it would be important for that person to also have a train
schedule. Questions like these help children consider different situations (delayed buses, for example) and potential
solutions (taking the train instead), helping them apply prior knowledge to new contexts.

Research

- VI. Information literacy skills

Finding, interpreting, judging and creating information

Make connections between various sources of information

Use memory techniques to develop long-term memory

Collect and analyse data to identify solutions and make informed decisions

Understand and use technology systems

Create references and citations, use footnotes/endnotes and construct abibliography according to recognised
conventions

- VII. Media literacy skills

Interacting with media to use and create ideas and information

Make informed choices about personal viewing experiences

Seek a range of perspectives from multiple and varied sources

Compare, contrast and draw connections among (multi)media resources

Thinking

- VIII. Critical thinking skills

Analysing and evaluating issues and ideas

Practise observing carefully in order to recognise problems

Gather and organize relevant information to formulate an argument

Evaluate evidence and arguments

Draw reasonable conclusions and generalizations

Test generalizations and conclusions

Revise understanding based on new information and evidence

Formulate factual, topical, conceptual and debatable questions

Analyse complex concepts and projects into their constituent parts and synthesise them to create new
understanding

Use models and simulations to explore complex systems and issues

- IX. Creative thinking skills

Generating novel ideas and considering new perspectives

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IB MYP 8A Individual & Societies-AL-MUTANABI
(Grade 8) A

Consider multiple alternatives, including those that might be unlikely or impossible

Make unexpected or unusual connections between objects and/or ideas

Make guesses, ask “what if” questions and generate testable hypotheses

Practise flexible thinking — develop multiple opposing, contradictory and complementary arguments

- X. Transfer skills

Utilizing skills and knowledge in multiple contexts

Utilize effective learning strategies in subject groups and disciplines

Inquire in different contexts to gain a different perspective

Make connections between subject groups and disciplines

Combine knowledge, understanding and skills to create products or solutions

Change the context of an inquiry to gain different perspectives

Developing IB Learners

IB Learner Profile

Knowledgeable

Thinkers

Description
Some of the very best critical thinking exercises for elementary school students involve exploring a concept from multiple
perspectives. This tactic not only establishes that an idea should be assessed from different points of view before an opinion
is formed, it gives students a chance to share their own viewpoints while listening to and learning from others. Also , Asking
questions, especially open-ended questions, gives elementary school students a chance to apply what they’ve learned and
build on prior knowledge. It also allows them to problem-solve and think on their feet, and boosts self-esteem by providing an
opportunity for students to express themselves in front of their peers.

Integration

International Mindedness

Learning about global issues through the use of technology and expert speakers appeals to teenagers for two reasons. First, it’s
not “busy work.” When students know that they are reading chapters from a macroeconomics text so that they can prepare for
a wide-ranging dialogue with Jeffrey Sachs, they are eager to prepare as thoroughly as possible. Students appreciate that when
they speak with an expert, they are able to ask critical questions and engage in an intellectual give-and-take with someone who
(usually) treats their questions and opinions with respect.

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IB MYP 8A Individual & Societies-AL-MUTANABI
(Grade 8) A

Academic Integrity

Teachers and students will use and model the appropriate tools for completing different academic tasks, from information
gathering to assessment. Tools help to break up complex tasks and make them appear doable. Provide honest, detailed,
and helpful feedback to guide learning. Famous quotes can be used as conversation starters, prompting students to reflect on
topics related to integrity, moral development, and other attitudes that help them develop positive work habits and respectful
relationships.

Connections

Language Development

In this unit , teachers will focus on Language Development and Extended Vocabulary. Language skills can be developed
in the home language and can support learning a second language. Teachers will think of ways to expose young children to
language and new vocabulary in ways that allow DLL children to use their conceptual knowledge in two languages. I will read-
aloud lesson that includes activities before, during, and after reading that are focused on oral language and vocabulary learning.
If you’re planning to read a book to your class, identify a few key vocabulary words to explicitly define prior to reading the book.
In teaching the words, ask the children if they know similar words in their home language or if they can identify these vocabulary
words in their home language to connect to their background and conceptual knowledge.

Information Communication Technology

If a student needs to verify information as credible, they need to find a date. If the date is several years old, then the information
probably isn’t relevant anymore. Likewise, the information isn’t credible if there’s no date at all. But if a student can easily find a
date (and it’s recent) on a webpage, then they can feel better about believing the information.

Service as Action

Teachers will use experiential learning strategies to highlight the relevance of course content.

Teachers will ask students to identify the potential real-world audiences or applications they see in their work.

Teachers will share examples of past students’ coursework and how it met learning outcomes while being authentic to real-life
situations.

Assessment

Summative Assessment
JAN Project
17 Summative Project Monday at 8:35 AM

Project

JAN Project
17 Summative Monday at 8:35 AM

Project

JAN Project
17

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IB MYP 8A Individual & Societies-AL-MUTANABI
(Grade 8) A

Summative Monday at 8:35 AM

Project

JAN Unit 3 Exam - Summative Assessment

27 Summative
Thursday at 7:00 AM

Unit 3

JAN Unit 3 Exam - Summative Assessment

27 Summative Exam
Thursday at 7:00 AM

Unit 3

JAN Unit 3 Exam - Summative Assessment

27 Summative
Thursday at 7:00 AM

Unit 3

JAN Notebook Organization

30 Summative Sunday at 8:50 AM

Taking Notes in the class.

FEB Notebook Organization

2 Summative Essay Wednesday at 1:20 PM

Notebook

Learning Experiences

Prior Learning Experiences

Students do not always automatically draw on prior knowledge. Therefore, even though students have relevant prior knowledge
when learning a new topic/ concept this information is often overlooked and does not help learning of the new material. In this
instance students may struggle to learn new information even though they have prior knowledge that could help them learn more
effectively. I will take a moment to jot down some ideas on what you currently do to identify student prior knowledge. Keep in
mind that prior knowledge refers not only to concepts but also to thinking skills, interpersonal and professional skills or attitudes/
values.

Learning Experiences and Teaching Strategies

Based on previous knowledges about student learning, I questioned students what they found most fascinating about a learning
session and what outcomes would they aspire to achieve from the teaching-learning session. In response to these questions,
different students came up with different answers which indicated that different students implemented different learning styles in
order to be active participant in the teaching-learning session and gain significant learning outcomes. I also apprehended from
the responses of the students that learning outcome is also dependent upon the learner types. In a classroom setting in specific,
there are certain specific types of learners. One of them is the group of uditory learners who feel more confident in receiving
and interpreting auditory stimulus. This category of learners’ benefits best from the instructions that students receive through
classroom lectures, discussion sessions, and group sessions.

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IB MYP 8A Individual & Societies-AL-MUTANABI
(Grade 8) A

Student Expectations

Students need to know what I expect of them in a classroom. To ensure that I have smooth transitions throughout the
day, I think carefully about the routines for which I must plan. Clarify them in my mind. It may be helpful to make a list
of transitional times throughout the day Other teachers or mentor can serve as resources by sharing their own classroom
procedures and routines.Before establishing specific procedures or routines, it is necessary to have a discussion with students
about their importance. During this discussion, I should be able to talk about the rationale behind various routines. When
possible, I will invite students to create procedures with me .This process can nurture a sense of ownership and community
in my classroom.In establishing procedures or routines, it is important to: Ensure that students understand the reason for the
routine. Clarify the procedure through modeling. Allow students opportunities to practice the routine through rehearsal. Try not
to overwhelm students by teaching too many routines at once. The process of establishing routines and procedures may take
several days. I need to remember that it will probably be necessary to revisit this process as I see the need.

Feedback

Teachers' feedback provides the practitioner and learner with evidence about current knowledge and skill
development. Understanding the learner's progress and level of achievement enables the practitioner to make decisions about
the next steps to plan in the learning program. Providing feedback means giving students an explanation of what they
are doing correctly AND incorrectly, with the focus of the feedback on what the students is doing right. It is most
productive to a student's learning when they are provided with an explanation as to what is accurate and inaccurate about their
work. Feedback supports students to understand what is to be done and how to improve their performance. It is
also enables a teacher to see how teaching practice can be improved, and which teaching and learning strategies are more likely
to be effective. provide feedback to help each student address their learning “gap”.

Differentiation
• Teachers will break assignments down into smaller, manageable parts.
• Teachers will additional time.
• Teachers will reduce or alters written requirements.
• Teachers will guide students to proofread for one type of error at a time.
• I will have students use scientific and technological products to communicate knowledge.
• I will permit dictated response to a person or tape recorder.
• Teaches prewriting strategies including brainstorming, making a web, and drawing about a topic.

Reflections

General Reflections

Prior to studying the unit

Anas (Anas) Al-khateeb Mar 6, 2022 at 8:38 PM

Teaching students about technology and the latest new inventions is an interesting topic for this gen

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IB MYP 8A Individual & Societies-AL-MUTANABI
(Grade 8) A

During the unit

Anas (Anas) Al-khateeb Mar 8, 2022 at 1:47 PM

I did not face any difficulties during teaching the unit except that the final assessment was a bit d

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