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As you reflect on these questions, write down your responses or discuss them as a group.
Before You Watch
Respond to the following questions:
As you watch “Promoting Attractions of Japan,” take notes on Mr. Azama’s instructional strategies, particularly how he scaffolds activities and integrates technology into the lesson. Write down what you find interesting, surprising, or especially important about the teaching and learning in this lesson.
Reflect on the Video
Review your notes, and then respond to the following questions:
Take a second look at Mr. Azama’s class to focus on specific teaching strategies. Use the video images below to locate where to begin viewing.
Video Segment: Providing Comprehensible Input
You’ll find this segment approximately 3 minutes after the video starts. Watch for about 5 minutes.
Mr. Azama uses descriptions and props to review regions of Japan and introduce new vocabulary about landmarks.
Video Segment: Creating Written Presentations
You’ll find this segment approximately 17 minutes after the video starts. Watch for about 1 minute and 30 seconds.
Mr. Azama comments on the first draft of a student pair’s brochure.
Video Segment: Creating Oral Presentations
You’ll find this segment approximately 19 minutes after the video starts. Watch for about 8 minutes.
Mr. Azama explains the final video assignment. Students then perform brief skits about a location in Japan and jot down their ideas on storyboards to prepare for the promotional video.