I really enjoyed the lesson plan. It included so many different ways of engaging students. I liked that the students were invested in the activity. They video gives them a visual idea of what is happening and they can feel like they are actually on the journey. I also liked that students’ pictures were used instead of just names. It created an authentic way to engage students and make them feel part of the process. When the activity started, I liked that students were speaking, writing, and listening (all important standards) to the information. It was a great way to differentiate and really make sure students comprehended the content. The Smart Board is an effective, interactive way for the teacher and students to embrace the content. Overall, I think the lesson plan was extremely well-done and beneficial to the students.
I did not find any technical issues with the lesson plan. The link to the material worked correctly. The lesson plan was easily accessible and well-formated.