Lesson 3: Culture of Latin America
Duration of Days: 5
Lesson Objective
I can explore the makeup of the people in a particular region.
I can evaluate cultural characteristics that may define a region.
I can create graphic representations of various physical, cultural, social, political, and economic regions.
I can analyze the cultural and environmental characteristics that make places both similar to and different from one another.
How do cultures differ across Latin America?
7.Geo.10.a. Analyze how cultural characteristics vary among regions and shape diversity of local
communities
DOK 1 - I can identify key elements of Latin American culture, including traditions, language, religion, art, and music.
DOK 2 - I can explain how geography and history influence cultural practices in different regions of Latin America.
DOK 2 - I can compare similarities and differences among Latin American cultures across regions.
DOK 3 - I can analyze how cultural traditions shape identity and community in Latin American societies.
DOK 3 - I can use evidence from texts, images, or videos to support my understanding of Latin American culture.
Guided instruction with guided practice
Teacher directed instruction with visual reinforcements
Group work with teacher created groups and teacher assigned tasks
Use of graphic organizers for note taking/writing assignments
Brief and frequent reviews of previously taught concepts
Project Based Assessment