Model Differentiated Lesson Text Messaging Winnetka 36 1

[Not for display] Facilitator 1: – As people walk through the door, have them write their name and cell number on an index card. Those without a number should write None on the card. RETURN THE CARDS AS SOON AS YOU’VE NOTED HOW MANY PEOPLE DO/DON’T HAVE PHONES. Facilitator 2: – Have the Poll Everywhere screen and question displayed. Prompt people to respond after they get settled. Don’t worry if not everyone responds or if people walk in late. Draft only

[Not for display—just a reminder] Poll Everywhere – “What do you love most about teaching in this district?” Draft only

Today’s Essential Question When is texting most efficient? Least efficient? Are there more and less efficient ways of doing it? What makes for an effective text message? 4

Your task: – Work with your partner to text directions from [the Winnetka Train station] to [this school] using Wiffiti. – Write your text first. – Be sure that it (a) conveys a clear message and (b) uses the fewest number of characters possible. – The partner with less texting experience should enter and send the text. FACILITATORS: THIS MIGHT BE HARD TO DISPLAY WHEN THE WIFFITI SCREEN IS SUPPOSED TO BE SHOWING. CONSIDER HAVING THIS WRITTEN ON A LARGE POST-IT. Draft only

Game Time! Work with a partner of similar comfort level/experience with texting. Choose a game to play via text, either on your phones or an ipad. If needed, give the other person the card with your number on it. Your choices (listed from simplest to most complex): – The Name Game – 20 Questions – Guess Who? – I Spy – Taboo (a slightly modified version….) Do not sit next to one another or look at each other as you play! Draft only

Exit Card Name/School: ________________________ What did today’s activities make you realize about text messaging that you hadn’t realized before? Draft only

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