Unit 4 : My space

Introduction

IES N°4 Introductory Course

Unit 4 coursebook “Insight” Pre-intermediate Student’s Book and Workbook by Wildam J. and Beddall F. 2014 – Oxford University Press.

Get in a time machine and travel to Ancient Rome, a civilization full of innovation and contrasts. Before reading the text "Life in ancient Rome" on page 32 and 33 of the workbook. Watch the video https://youtu.be/juWYhMoDTN0?si=NC5-gXEM9I_WP0eL 

After you finish to watch the video and read the text, answer the following questions and share your answers with the class 

a. What are some big similarities and differences between ancient Roman culture and the culture of the teenagers today?

b. Do you think you would have enjoyed living in Ancient Rome?

Task

The task will be divided into three parts:

1. Individually complete the quiz. Link of the quiz:  https://quizizz.com/join/quiz/6743cb83a61054aac57a085c/start?studentShare=true

2 In groups of no more than 4 students, create comparative schedules (such as routines, social life, habits, etc.) between a fictional Roman teenager and a modern one. Use the information given in the WebQuest and any additional resources if necessary.

Example:

Roman Teenager

7:00 AM: He gets up and dresses in a simple toga.

8:00 AM: Have bread with honey and water for breakfast. 

9:00 AM — 12:00 PM: Attend school to learn Latin, arithmetic, and oratory. 

Modern Teenager

7:00 AM: Wakes up and checks his cell phone while eating cereal. 

8:00 AM — 3:00 PM: Attend high school and study subjects such as mathematics, science, and literature.

 3 Using the information from the schedule, design an Instagram account for the Roman teenager. Write a short introduction (Instagram bio). Create one or two posts based on his/ her  routine, hobbies, or something important that you would like to share as a Roman teenager.

Process

Process and resources

  1. Review the material once more, paying particular attention to the distinctions between a Roman teenager and a modern one. 
  2. Research more information online about Roman teenagers if necessary.
  3. Utilize various applications to develop content for the Instagram profile.
  4. Share the Instagram link to the fictional Roman teenager's profile with the class.

Products

Each group will present the profile of their Roman adolescent and their respective schedule. They will also need to discuss which aspects were the most difficult or required the most time, as well as those that were easier or more faster to do. The rest of the class will have to listen and give feedbacks.

Report/ analysis and practice phase

  •  Listen to each other
  • Takes notes 
  • Share comments and give feedbacks to each other.
Evaluation

Self-evaluation 

Answer the following questions

  1. What did I learn during this task?
  2. Which part of the activity did I enjoy the most, and why? 
  3. What did I learn about myself by completing this activity?
  4. Which skill ( writing, speaking or listening)do I need to improve?
Conclusion

Thanks for your excellent work! Your creativity and dedication to the task were truly splendid, each profile and timeline demonstrated unique ideas and perspectives.

Credits

Coursebook “Insight” Pre-intermediate Student’s Book and Workbook by Wildam J. and Beddall F. 2014  - Oxford University Press.

 "A glimpse of teenage life in ancient Rome - Ray Laurance" by TED-Ed (Youtube)

Quiz "Life in Ancient Rome" was created using Quizzes