Lesson |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
Time Allocation |
45 minutes |
45 minutes |
45 minutes |
45 minutes |
45 minutes |
45 minutes |
Resources Needed |
Internet access, projector, speakers, notebook, pens |
Internet access, projector, speakers, notebook, pens, printouts of Ricky Martin's biography |
Printed lyrics of "Livin’ la Vida Loca," karaoke version of the song |
Internet access, projector, timeline templates, markers |
Completed timelines, chart paper, markers |
Karaoke version of the song, costumes for performance (optional) |
Introduction |
Begin with a brief discussion: "Have you ever heard the song 'Livin’ la Vida Loca'? What do you know about it?" Play the song for the class. |
Ask students about Ricky Martin and his impact. Introduce Ricky Martin as a significant figure in music and culture. |
Recap the previous lessons about Ricky Martin and the song. Explain today's focus on learning the lyrics. |
Discuss the concept of a timeline and its importance. Introduce today's activity: creating a timeline of Ricky Martin's career. |
Review the timeline created in the last lesson. Discuss key milestones in Ricky Martin's career. |
Recap the learned lyrics and milestones from Ricky Martin's career. Explain the plan for today's performance practice. |
Development |
Explain the song's release date (1999), its popularity, and its impact on pop culture. Use the projector to show a brief video about the song's success. |
Hand out printouts of Ricky Martin's biography. Divide the class into groups, assigning each group a different period of his career to research and present. |
Distribute printed lyrics. Play the karaoke version and practice singing together. Break down the song into sections and practice each part. |
Provide timeline templates. Guide students in researching key events in Ricky Martin's career. Help them add these events to their timelines. |
Allow students to present their completed timelines. Facilitate a discussion on the significant events and their impact. |
Organize a performance practice. Encourage students to sing with the karaoke track. Optionally, use costumes to enhance the performance. |
Conclusion |
Summarize the key points about the song's release and its popularity. Ask students to share their thoughts. |
Summarize the key contributions of Ricky Martin. Discuss how his work has influenced music and culture. |
Review the lyrics learned today. Ask students how they felt about singing the song. |
Summarize the key events added to the timelines. Discuss the progression of Ricky Martin's career. |
Review the key milestones discussed. Highlight how these events shaped Ricky Martin's career. |
Summarize the performance practice. Highlight areas of improvement and aspects that were well done. |
Assessment |
Observe student participation in the discussion and note their understanding of the song's impact. |
Evaluate group presentations and their understanding of Ricky Martin's contributions. |
Assess participation and accuracy in singing the lyrics. Provide feedback on areas to improve. |
Assess the completeness and accuracy of the timelines created. |
Observe student presentations and discussions, noting their understanding of key milestones. |
Evaluate the performance practice, focusing on participation, enthusiasm, and accuracy in singing the song. |