Lake Rotoiti 2014

Learning Intention: to create a reflection from camp using Blooms Taxonomy. You must include at least one activity from each of the six levels of knowledge, comprehension, application, analysis, synthesis and evaluation.

Do one task from each level in your draft writing book, get this checked by your buddy, then publish.

Level 1 – KnowledgeThis is when you recall the facts. It requires you as a learner to remember factual information.Write a recount about your personal experiences on camp. Choose just one event and describe this event using interesting language. Write in such a way that you create an image to the reader.Include dialogue, similes, metaphors and personification

Write a poem or song about ‘a day in the life of being on camp at Rotoiti Lodge’.Your poem/song must have rhythm and pace.If you choose to do the poem, include metaphors, similes or personification.

Date completed.......................................... Date completed .............................................Level 2 – Comprehension

This level of thinking requires an understanding of the information being recalled. It requires you to interpret and explain facts.Write a brief outline (3-5 paragraphs) explaining why it is important that people co-operate and work as a team when on camp. Remember to end with a conclusion

Draw a picture (A4) or a cartoon of some aspect of the camp that you enjoyed and attach a caption stating what is happening in your picture. Remember a picture can say a thousand words.(Make sure you create a draft picture first)

Date completed ............................................. Date completed ...................................................Level 3 – Application

This level of thinking involves using previously learned information and skills to solve new problems. It requires you as a learner to use new information in new situationLake Rotoiti is a beautiful scenic part of New Zealand (Aoteoroa). Every day hundreds of tourists visit Nelson Lakes National Park.Create a PMI which looks at the positives, interesting and negatives of having tourists regularly visit such a beautiful place. (10 ideas in each column at least)Think of rubbish generated, wildlife, revenue, jobs, wasps....)

Create a collage (using words and pictures from magazines ) to show the positive, minus and interesting issues of the below statement

Lake Rotoiti is a beautiful scenic part of New Zealand (Aoteoroa). Every day hundreds of tourists visit Nelson Lakes

Date completed ............................................. Date completed ...................................................Level 4 Analysis

This level of thinking involves breaking down information into smaller parts. It requires you as a learner to examine (look at) these parts and recognise hidden meaning and relationships.

CompulsoryUsing your questions you have designed in your home study book, interview a variety of people in the class. Using your information display how people felt in an interesting way. You may want to do a CAF chart or a SWOT analysis.Date completed .............................................

Level 5 SynthesisThis level of thinking involves the use of old ideas to create new ones. It requires you as the learner to predict and draw conclusions.This can be done in pairs or groups of 4Think about the activities (rotations) we did on camp. What would you add or change?Create a new itinerary of activities for one day at camp. You may research this.

This can be done in pairs or groups of 4. Think about the activities (rotations) we did on camp.Construct a model of one of the activities you enjoyed at camp. Sketch a draft plan first, bring in your materials and get busy building.

Date completed ............................................. Date completed ...................................................Level 6 Evaluation

This level of thinking involves judging the value of the information presented. It requires you as a learner to develop and apply standards and criteria when evaluating information, ideas and material. It tests the learner’s ability to make sound choices after reviewing evidence.Using the information about ‘attitude of going to camp’Write examples of how your attitude made camp enjoyable for all.

Using the information you created about the ‘purpose of going to camp’; write examples of how you achieved these purposes.

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Success Criteria Effort AchieveEffort A Outstanding B Consistent C VariableSelects from a range of vocabulary to suit the audience (the reader) and the purpose (the reason why you write)Organises and manages time line (Able to prioritise how much time needs to be spent on each article)Able to work within a group to complete a taskDemonstrates creativity, critical and reflective thinking skillsSets a high standards throughout.Completed................................... out of 6 tasks to a consistently high standard To a consistent standard To a variable standardComments