Introduction
From mysterious treasures in unknown cities to powerful gods that are unstoppable in the face of evil, there are thousands, if not, millions of myths and legends around the world. Each that come from different cultures and were originated due to different reasons.
Have you ever wondered what are legends and myths like around the world?
Would you be able to tell anybody about a legend/myth you know?
Task
In this lesson...
- You will have to research and present ONE unknown myth or legend.
- It has to be presented in a very EPIC manner for 5 minutes.
- You need to work in groups of 3-4.
- The instructions will be on the Process page for you to follow.
- BUT - STOP - WAIT - HOLD ON! Keep in mind this:
YOUR GOAL IS TO IMMERSE YOUR AUDIENCE INTO THE STORY LIKE THEY ARE THE PROTAGONISTS
Are you ready to dive into the realms of legend and myths?
Process
Step 1: Choose the other 2 or 3 scouts that are going to help you in this crusade (Max. 4)
Step 2: Each member should perform a role which is: leadership, editor, organizer, group member and IT specialist. This is important because it means each person has a responsibility inside the group. The following link will help you decide which role suits each one of you!
Roles & responsibilities for group work
Step 3: Explore the world’s legends & myths on Google Earth Mitos y Leyendas and choose one of them.
Step 4: Now, research about it. You can use Google and YouTube to look for the information required, imagery and whatever you think it’ll work for your presentation.
Step 5: You need to collect this info: name of the legend, the history itself (including when, where, how), the people involved, who it does affects, reasons why it is a legend/myth. Here's a step by step website that may help you into How to make a presentation.
Step 6: Now, you have to create a PowerPoint presentation with the information that you have searched for.
Step 7: Add a minimum of 5 pictures and a video of the legend or myth chosen.
Step 8: You made it! Good job! Remember checking the spelling, grammar, and answer this question to yourself before finishing your work:
Can I do something more to make it prettier, useful and better?
Evaluation
Time to evaluate! Let’s see how did you do on this project, little adventurer.
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CATEGORY |
4 |
3 |
2 |
1 |
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Content |
Students show a full understanding of the topic. |
Students show a good understanding of the topic. |
Students show a understanding of some parts of the topic. |
Students do not seem to understand the topic very well. |
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Preparedness |
Students are completely prepared and have obviously rehearsed. |
Students seem pretty prepared but might have needed a couple more rehearsals. |
The students are somewhat prepared, but it is clear that rehearsal was lacking. |
Students do not seem at all prepared to present. |
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Time-Limit |
Presentation is 5 minutes long. |
Presentation is 4 minutes long. |
Presentation is 3 minutes long. |
Presentation is less than 3 minutes OR more than 6 minutes. |
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Volume |
Volume is loud enough to be heard by all audience members throughout the presentation. |
Volume is loud enough to be heard by all audience members at least 90% of the time. |
Volume is loud enough to be heard by all audience members at least 80% of the time. |
Volume often too soft to be heard by all audience members. |
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Enthusiasm |
Facial expressions and body language generate a strong interest and enthusiasm about the topic in others. |
Facial expressions and body language sometimes generate a strong interest and enthusiasm about the topic in others. |
Facial expressions and body language are used to try to generate enthusiasm but seem somewhat faked. |
Very little use of facial expressions or body language. Did not generate much interest in the topic being presented. |
Conclusion
Congrats! YOU DID IT! So we won’t let Medusa do her thing to you, (but you shouldn’t look at her eyes for too much time, just in case).
Follow-up Activity!
Looking for more Myths and Legends? We prepared a list for you! Find it below.
Myths and Legends of Easter Island
What a better way to improve your reading skills + expand your vocabulary and knowledge, don’t you think?
Tip: read them out loud and improve your pronunciation too!
Credits
This WebQuest was created by Alejandra Nova and Pamela Erices from the ICT through EFL course.
English Pedagogy Program, UCSC.
May, 18th 2020.
Teacher Page
This WebQuest is mainly focused on reading, writing and speaking skills.
It should take about two classes (of 45 minutes each): one for students to search for information and prepare the PowerPoint, and the other to present it.
Standards
This WebQuest was created for students of 9th grade with an A1+ level of English.
It was focused on Unit 4: Traditions and Festivities, according to Planes y Programas MINEDUC.
Objective: To write stories and relevant information, attractively using didactic resources to reinforce the message, on topics such as cultures from other countries.