​Campo formativo: Lenguaje

Fase 6  - Inglés en Educación Secundaria

Second grade

Content 1:
Legends

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These guidelines for the project outline the key steps and strategies for implementation. However, they must be adapated and contextualized according to the unique challenges and opportunities of the community context or area. 
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Aprendizaje basado en proyectos comunitarios

Fase 1. Planeación

Momento 1. Identificación

Content:
The linguistic diversity and its forms of expression in Mexico and the world.
​Learning development process:
Learners understand narrative and biographical texts in English about the daily life, forms of interaction, and behavior of speakers of various languages from Mexico and around the world in the past, and expresses it through graphic organizers, infographics or other forms of written and oral presentation.
​Problem:The lack of knowledge about the linguistic diversity of one's own country and others can lead to discrimination and cultural exclusion of those who speak minority or less common languages, which can result in the loss of cultural and social identity.

Project: Anthology with mind maps.

Momento 2. Recuperación

Use open-ended questions to assess prior knowledge
These could be some questions:

1. Can you name any Mexican legends you have heard of or are familiar with? Describe what you know about them.
2. What do you think makes a legend different from other types of stories or folklore?
3. In your opinion, why do you think legends are an essential part of a culture's heritage and identity?
4. Have you ever encountered any Mexican legends in books, movies, or other forms of media? How did they leave an impression on you?
5. Do you know any specific locations in Mexico that are associated with particular legends? What are some of those legends, and what significance do these places hold in the stories?

Momento 3. Planificación

Set activities

Activity	Purpose	Time
Reseach and collect legends	Gather a diverse selection of Mexican legends from various regions and cultures across the country to represent the rich heritage, beliefs, and values of Mexican communities.	50 mins.
Summarize the stories	Present the stories in a literary format that captivates the readers' imagination and emotions to preserve and pass down these captivating stories to future generations while maintaining the authenticity and essence of the original stories.	50 mins.
Create the mind maps	Organize and visualize the key elements, characters, themes, and connections within each legend.	50 mins.
Presentation	Inform people about Mexican legends and their cultural significance, characters, and moral lessons, fostering a deeper understanding of Mexico's rich folklore.	50 mins.

Fase 2. Acción

Momento 4. Acercamiento

Research and collect legends
Look for stories that represent different regions, cultures, and historical backgrounds.

Here's a list of Mexican legends:

• Alley of the death (Puebla).
• La Sihuanaba, the horse-faced woman (Nayarit).
• The legend of Xtabay, the demonic femme fatale (Yucatán).
• La bufadora (Baja California).
• ​La isla de las muñecas (Xochimilco, Mexico City).
• The strange story of La Pascualita, the real-life corpse bride (Chihuahua).
• La llorona (Mazatlán, Sinaloa).
• El cenote sagrado (Chichén Itzá, Yucatán).
• El Tajín and the 7 thunders (Veracruz).
• The Tisigua, woman of fire (Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas).
• The Enchanted Serpent and the Treasure of Las Cuevitas (Colima).
• The mysterious woman in black (Pachuca).

Momento 5. Comprensión y producción

Organize the information for the anthology

1. Structure of the anthology

• Decide on the structure of the anthology. You can arrange the stories chronologically, by themes, or according to their relevance to certain regions or cultural elements.
• Offer a brief introduction or context at the beginning of the legend to provide readers with a sense of what to expect from the story.
• Simplify the language, avoiding complex sentence structures and breaking down long sentences and paragraphs into shorter ones. 
• Emphasize the roles and characteristics of significant characters to help readers connect with the story more effectively.
• ​Ensure that the moral or theme of the legend remains intact, as it is often an essential part of the storytelling.
  
• Create a table of contents to help readers navigate the anthology easily.

2. Structure of the mind maps

Create mind maps to visually represent the key elements of each legend. Use colors, icons, and images to illustrate characters, places, events, and important themes in the story. 
Here's a list of branches:

1. Central Topic: Legend Name
2. Characters:
   • Main Characters.
   • Supporting Characters.
   • Antagonists.
3. Locations: Places where the legend is set.
4. Events: Sequence of key events.
5. Moral Lessons: Themes and lessons conveyed by the legend.
6. Historical Background: Historical context or origins of the legend.
7. Folklore and Culture: Cultural significance of the legend.
8. Art and Literature: Depictions of the legend in art, literature, and media.
9. Variations and Versions: Different versions of the legend across different regions or time periods.
10. Similar Legends: Compare with other Mexican legends or folklore.

Use different colors and fonts to differentiate between branches and sub-branches. This can make your mind map visually appealing and easier to follow.

3. Add visuals
Consider adding images or symbols related to each theme or character. This can help make your mind map more engaging and memorable.

Momento 6. Reconocimiento

Responsability matrix

Create a matrix that identifies who is responsible for each specific task. This will help prevent confusion and ensure that all involved parties understand their expectations.

Task	Responsible	Task completion
Legend research and selection
Legend writing and editing
Layout and formatting
Mind mapping

Momento 7. Concreción

Create the anthology

• Define number of legends for the anthology.
• Identify target audience.
• Design a cover page. 
• Organize content.
• Use compelling visuals.
• Pay attention to typography and layout.
• Proofread and edit.
• Consider event to present it.

Fase 3. Intervención

Momento 8. Integración

Write a script for presenting the project

Good morning! Today, we're excited to take you on a magical journey through the rich world of Mexican legends!
Our anthology is called "Journey Through Mexican Legends," and we've selected some of the most fascinating stories to share with you.
Let's start with our first legend, "La Llorona." This legend tells the story of a weeping woman who wanders near rivers, searching for her lost children.
Next up, we have "El Chupacabra." This legend is about a creature that likes to suck the blood of livestock. 
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Momento 9. Difusión

Present the project - Set date and time

Momento 10. Consideraciones

Gather feedback from the audience. Ask for their opinions, suggestions, and any questions they may have. This feedback can help you understand how well the anthology was received and identify areas for improvement.

Rubric

Criteria	Excellent (5)	Satisfactory (3)	Need improvement (1)
Content	All the legends are relevant, accurate, and captivating.	Some legends are relevant and accurate, but a few lack clarity, accurate, or relevance.	Legends lack clarity, accuracy or relevance. Overall, the content is weak and unengaging.
Creativity	Mind maps show creativity in presenting legends, incorporating innovative visual elements.	Mind maps attempt to be creative, but lack originality and fail to stand out.	Little to no creativity is demonstrated in the design of mind maps.
Editing and proofreading	Legends are free from errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation.	Legends contain only a few errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation.	Numerous grammatical, spelling, punctuation, and formatting errors are present.
Presentation	​​The presenter delivers the content with exceptional clarity, confidence, and engagement, effectively complementing the anthology's information.	​The presenter delivers the content clearly and confidently, supporting the anthology's message.	​​The presenter's delivery lacks clarity, confidence, or fails to effectively complement the anthology's information.

Momento 11. Avances

Based on feedback and evaluation, make necessary revisions or updates to improve the anthology's effectiveness and align it with your objectives.