Design a Digital Wallpaper on Global Development Goals
Inquiry Framework
Question Framework
Driving Question
The overarching question that guides the entire project.How can we effectively use digital art to highlight the impact of global Development goals on environmental policies and practices, and inspire individual contributions towards environmental sustainability?Essential Questions
Supporting questions that break down major concepts.- What are the global Development goals and why are they important?
- How do global Development goals impact environmental policies and practices?
- In what ways can digital art effectively convey messages about global issues?
- How do the global Development goals relate to environmental sustainability?
- How can individuals contribute to achieving global Development goals through personal actions and digital influence?
Standards & Learning Goals
Learning Goals
By the end of this project, students will be able to:- Understand global Development goals and their importance in shaping environmental policies.
- Analyze the impact of digital art as a tool for communicating global issues.
- Explore ways that individuals can contribute to the achievement of global Development goals through personal actions.
- Develop skills in digital media creation and design with a focus on sustainability topics.
- Critically evaluate sources and data related to environmental science and sustainability.
NGSS
Common Core Standards
Entry Events
Events that will be used to introduce the project to studentsDigital Volunteer Experience
Students engage in a digital volunteer project where they connect with international non-profits working towards achieving the sustainable development goals. Through virtual tours and talks, students gain insights into real-world challenges and successes, directly inspiring ideas for their digital wallpaper.Portfolio Activities
Portfolio Activities
These activities progressively build towards your learning goals, with each submission contributing to the student's final portfolio.SDG Explorer Badge
Students explore the Global Development Goals (SDGs) to understand their importance in shaping environmental policies.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityA presentation demonstrating understanding of the SDGs related to environmental policies.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsAligns with HS-ESS3-1 by understanding human impact on Earth's systems and CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.11-12.7 by integrating information from various sources.Digital Art Message Map
Students plan how to convey messages about global issues effectively through digital art.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityA mind map of digital art concepts aligned with SDGs.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsAligns with CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.11-12.2 by planning informative content and HS-ESS3-4 by developing ideas for technological solutions to promote sustainability.Sustainability Influencer Design Challenge
Create a digital wallpaper to inspire contributions towards the SDGs using digital art techniques.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityA polished digital wallpaper illustrating how SDGs can influence environmental sustainability.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsAligns with CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.11-12.2 by conveying complex ideas creatively and HS-ESS3-4 by using digital technology to promote sustainability.Impact Analysis Report
Analyze data on the effectiveness of digital communication in promoting the SDGs.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityA report evaluating the effectiveness of digital media in promoting SDGs.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsAligns with HS-ESS3-1 by understanding human impact and CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.11-12.7 by analyzing multiple information sources.Rubric & Reflection
Portfolio Rubric
Grading criteria for assessing the overall project portfolioDigital Art and SDGs Portfolio Rubric
Understanding and Application of SDGs
Assesses the student's comprehension of global Development goals and their application in environmental policies.Comprehension of SDGs
Evaluates understanding of the selected SDGs and their significance in environmental policy.
Exemplary
4 PointsDemonstrates comprehensive understanding of multiple SDGs and their nuanced impact on environmental policies.
Proficient
3 PointsShows thorough understanding of selected SDGs and their role in environmental policy.
Developing
2 PointsProvides basic understanding of SDGs with some awareness of their impact on environmental policy.
Beginning
1 PointsShows limited understanding of SDGs and their relevance to environmental policy.
Application to Environmental Policies
Assesses ability to link SDGs to concrete environmental policies and personal actions.
Exemplary
4 PointsExpertly connects SDGs to specific environmental policies and detailed personal actions.
Proficient
3 PointsEffectively links SDGs to environmental policies with examples of personal actions.
Developing
2 PointsAttempts to relate SDGs to environmental policies with minimal personal action examples.
Beginning
1 PointsShows difficulty in connecting SDGs to environmental policies and actions.
Digital Art and Communication Skills
Evaluates the effectiveness of chosen digital art techniques in communicating messages about the SDGs.Creative Message Development
Assesses the creativity and clarity of the planned message through digital media.
Exemplary
4 PointsCrafts exceptionally creative and clear messages that effectively convey SDG themes.
Proficient
3 PointsDevelops clear and creative messages that convey key SDG themes.
Developing
2 PointsCreates somewhat clear messages with limited creativity on SDG themes.
Beginning
1 PointsStruggles with clarity and creativity in conveying SDG themes.
Use of Digital Art Tools
Evaluates technical proficiency with digital art tools and techniques to convey sustainability messages.
Exemplary
4 PointsExhibits advanced proficiency in using digital tools to create impactful sustainability art.
Proficient
3 PointsDemonstrates competent use of digital tools to create effective sustainability art.
Developing
2 PointsShows basic proficiency with digital tools, resulting in partially effective art works.
Beginning
1 PointsStruggles with using digital tools to convey sustainability messages.
Critical Analysis and Reflection
Assesses ability to analyze the impact of digital media on public awareness and reflect on learning.Impact Analysis
Evaluates insights into how digital media affects public awareness of environmental issues.
Exemplary
4 PointsProvides deep, insightful analysis of digital media's impact on public awareness about SDGs.
Proficient
3 PointsOffers meaningful analysis of the impact of digital media on public awareness.
Developing
2 PointsAttempts analysis with limited insight into the impact of digital media.
Beginning
1 PointsShows limited analysis of digital media's impact on awareness.
Reflective Practices
Assesses depth and thoughtfulness of reflection on personal learning and growth throughout the project.
Exemplary
4 PointsExhibits profound, thoughtful reflection on learning and its personal significance.
Proficient
3 PointsEngages in thoughtful reflection on learning and its relevance.
Developing
2 PointsProvides basic reflection on learning with limited depth.
Beginning
1 PointsShows minimal reflection and personal insight on the project.