Glogster+Book+Covers


 * Glogster Book Covers**
 * by Kelly Downing and Michael Higley-Vance**

Standards:
=== 0601.3.21 Use relatively basic software programs (e.g. Word, PowerPoint) to write texts and create graphics to present ideas visually and in writing. ===

Technology
NETS: 1. Creativity and Innovation Students demonstrate creative thinking, construct knowledge, and develop innovative products and processes using technology. Students: a. apply existing knowledge to generate new ideas, products, or processes. b. create original works as a means of personal or group expression. 2. Communication and Collaboration Students use digital media and environments to communicate and work collaboratively, including at a distance, to support individual learning and contribute to the learning of others. Students: a. interact, collaborate, and publish with peers, experts, or others employing a variety of digital environments and media. b. communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences using a variety of media and formats.

Directions:
Students have read a book about Aristotle which talked about various stories Aristotle wrote during his lifetime. Each student will design or redesign covers of books to various stories/books Aristotle wrote using Glogster. Students will also write a 3-5 sentence summary of the story they chose in their own words.

Content and Images:
Use the rubric provided and make sure to include information and pictures that makes the message of the book evident to viewers and appeal to potential readers.

Before the lesson:
1. Teacher creates account at @http://edu.glogster.com/and enough student accounts for each student to have one. (More Teacher Directions) 2. Teacher assigns accounts and passwords to students. 3. Teacher makes copies of assignment and rubric for student reference.

Procedures:
1. Model use of Glogster to create web posters. Instructions for using student accounts on edu.glogster.com Include use of basic design tools, uploading images, using text boxes for image citations, linking to pertinent information, and embedding files and media. 2. Include demonstration of capturing image of book cover, moving to server, and embedding in Glog. 3. Have students sign into Glogster using the assigned student account. Have them create new glog and rename. (Use a pattern to help teacher and student remember the address.) Demonstrate where to go for Glogster help as needed during poster creation. Teacher should also be available to help students as they use their knowledge to create this content poster. 4. Review assignment and rubric requirements: STARTERS - Glog must include the following -

Front Cover -
 * title
 * author of book cover
 * at least 1 picture from the web
 * at least 1 url link
 * a creatively designed front cover
 * advanced options (video and/or sound)

Back cover -
 * at least 1 picture from the web
 * a 3-5 sentence summary of book/story
 * a creatively designed back cover (be subtle)

5. After Glogs are created, have students review and evaluate classmates' Glogs to discuss ideas and content as well as design and effectiveness. (Book Cover Glogs can be embedded into a teacher webpage to share or can be link using a spreadsheet link.) 6. Glogs will be printed for classroom display.

**Resources:**

 * Books by Aristotle
 * Wikipedia - Aristotle
 * Artistotle Stories and Book Covers
 * Book Cover Examples
 * Example Book Summary - Politics by: Ariistotle

Examples:
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