Lab Safety: Create a Song or Video Commercial
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Lab Safety: Create a Song or Video Commercial

Grade 6Science5 days
In this project, 6th-grade students create a lab safety song and video commercial to teach important safety rules and convince others of their importance. Students research lab safety rules, write song lyrics, create a video storyboard, and produce a video. The project integrates science with creative expression, encouraging students to communicate safety rules effectively through song and video. The final video aims to be engaging and persuasive, promoting adherence to lab safety guidelines.
Lab SafetySong CreationVideo ProductionSafety RulesCommunicationPersuasion
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Inquiry Framework

Question Framework

Driving Question

The overarching question that guides the entire project.How can we create a fun and engaging lab safety song and video that teaches important safety rules and convinces others why lab safety is so important?

Essential Questions

Supporting questions that break down major concepts.
  • Why is lab safety important?
  • What are the main rules of lab safety?
  • How can we make learning about lab safety fun and engaging?
  • How can we communicate lab safety rules effectively through song and video?

Standards & Learning Goals

Learning Goals

By the end of this project, students will be able to:
  • Students will be able to identify and explain common lab safety rules.
  • Students will be able to create a song and video that effectively communicates lab safety rules in a fun and engaging way.
  • Students will be able to demonstrate the importance of lab safety and persuade others to follow safety guidelines.

Entry Events

Events that will be used to introduce the project to students

Lab Safety News Report

A local news channel reports on a string of minor lab accidents at school, highlighting the need for improved safety awareness. Students are tasked with creating a public service announcement (PSA) in the form of a catchy song and video to address the issue and prevent future incidents. This connects directly to their experiences and taps into their creative talents.
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Portfolio Activities

Portfolio Activities

These activities progressively build towards your learning goals, with each submission contributing to the student's final portfolio.
Activity 1

Lab Safety Rulebook

Students will research common lab safety rules and create a comprehensive list. They will then categorize these rules and explain the importance of each.

Steps

Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.
1. Research common lab safety rules from reliable sources (textbooks, websites, etc.).
2. Compile a list of at least 10 lab safety rules.
3. Categorize the rules into groups (e.g., personal protection, equipment handling, chemical safety).
4. For each rule, write a brief explanation of why it is important and what could happen if it is not followed.

Final Product

What students will submit as the final product of the activityA detailed list of lab safety rules with explanations of why each rule is important.

Alignment

How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsAddresses the learning goal of identifying and explaining common lab safety rules.
Activity 2

Lab Safety Songwriters

Students will work in groups to write lyrics for a song about lab safety. The lyrics should be informative, catchy, and easy to remember.

Steps

Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.
1. Brainstorm a list of key lab safety rules to include in the song.
2. Choose a familiar melody or create an original one.
3. Write lyrics that explain the lab safety rules in a fun and memorable way, fitting the chosen melody.
4. Ensure the lyrics are accurate and easy to understand.

Final Product

What students will submit as the final product of the activitySong lyrics that cover at least five key lab safety rules, set to a chosen melody.

Alignment

How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsFocuses on creating a song that communicates lab safety rules effectively and engagingly.
Activity 3

Lab Safety Video Storyboard

Students will create a storyboard for a video that visually demonstrates lab safety rules. The storyboard should include scene descriptions, actions, and any dialogue or lyrics from their song.

Steps

Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.
1. Plan the scenes for the video, ensuring they visually represent the lab safety rules covered in the song.
2. Sketch out each scene, including details of the setting, characters, and actions.
3. Write descriptions for each scene, explaining what is happening and why it is important for lab safety.
4. Incorporate lyrics from the lab safety song into the storyboard where appropriate.

Final Product

What students will submit as the final product of the activityA detailed storyboard outlining the scenes, actions, and audio for the lab safety video.

Alignment

How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsCovers the learning goal of creating a video that effectively communicates lab safety rules.
Activity 4

Lab Safety Video Production

Students will film and edit their lab safety video, using the song and storyboard as a guide. The video should be engaging, informative, and persuasive.

Steps

Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.
1. Gather necessary materials and equipment for filming (camera, props, costumes).
2. Film each scene according to the storyboard.
3. Record the lab safety song to use as the soundtrack.
4. Edit the video footage, adding music, transitions, and any necessary text or graphics.

Final Product

What students will submit as the final product of the activityA completed lab safety video that effectively communicates safety rules and encourages viewers to follow them.

Alignment

How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsAddresses the learning goal of demonstrating the importance of lab safety and persuading others to follow guidelines.
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Rubric & Reflection

Portfolio Rubric

Grading criteria for assessing the overall project portfolio

Lab Safety Song and Video Rubric

Category 1

Lab Safety Rulebook

Assesses the students' ability to research, compile, and explain lab safety rules comprehensively.
Criterion 1

Rule Accuracy

Accuracy and completeness of researched lab safety rules

Exemplary
4 Points

Demonstrates comprehensive and accurate understanding of lab safety rules, exceeding expectations by including relevant details and nuances.

Proficient
3 Points

Demonstrates thorough and accurate understanding of lab safety rules.

Developing
2 Points

Shows emerging understanding of lab safety rules with some inaccuracies or omissions.

Beginning
1 Points

Shows initial understanding of lab safety rules with significant inaccuracies or omissions.

Criterion 2

Explanation Clarity

Clarity and thoroughness of explanations for the importance of each rule.

Exemplary
4 Points

Provides exceptionally clear, detailed, and insightful explanations for the importance of each rule, demonstrating a deep understanding of potential consequences.

Proficient
3 Points

Provides clear and thorough explanations for the importance of each rule.

Developing
2 Points

Provides somewhat unclear or incomplete explanations for the importance of each rule.

Beginning
1 Points

Provides minimal or unclear explanations for the importance of each rule.

Criterion 3

Organization

Organization and categorization of the rules.

Exemplary
4 Points

Demonstrates exceptional organization and logical categorization of rules, enhancing understanding and accessibility.

Proficient
3 Points

Demonstrates good organization and logical categorization of the rules.

Developing
2 Points

Shows some organization and categorization of the rules, but may lack clarity or consistency.

Beginning
1 Points

Shows little to no organization or categorization of the rules.

Category 2

Lab Safety Songwriters

Evaluates students' ability to create engaging and informative song lyrics about lab safety.
Criterion 1

Rule Accuracy

Accuracy and relevance of safety rules included in the song.

Exemplary
4 Points

Includes a comprehensive and accurate set of lab safety rules that are highly relevant and clearly communicated.

Proficient
3 Points

Includes an accurate and relevant set of lab safety rules.

Developing
2 Points

Includes some relevant lab safety rules, but may contain inaccuracies or omissions.

Beginning
1 Points

Includes few relevant lab safety rules and contains inaccuracies or omissions.

Criterion 2

Lyric Quality

Catchiness and memorability of the lyrics.

Exemplary
4 Points

Lyrics are exceptionally catchy, memorable, and effectively convey the safety message, demonstrating creative use of language.

Proficient
3 Points

Lyrics are catchy, memorable, and effectively convey the safety message.

Developing
2 Points

Lyrics are somewhat catchy and memorable, but may not fully convey the safety message.

Beginning
1 Points

Lyrics are not catchy or memorable and do not effectively convey the safety message.

Criterion 3

Melody Suitability

Melody suitability and originality.

Exemplary
4 Points

The chosen melody is exceptionally well-suited to the lyrics and adds significantly to the song's impact, showcasing originality or creative adaptation.

Proficient
3 Points

The chosen melody is well-suited to the lyrics and enhances the song's overall quality.

Developing
2 Points

The chosen melody is somewhat suitable to the lyrics, but may not fully enhance the song's quality.

Beginning
1 Points

The chosen melody is not suitable to the lyrics and detracts from the song's quality.

Category 3

Lab Safety Video Storyboard

Focuses on the students' ability to visually plan a video that demonstrates lab safety rules.
Criterion 1

Scene Clarity

Clarity and detail of the scene descriptions.

Exemplary
4 Points

Provides exceptionally clear, detailed, and imaginative scene descriptions that vividly portray lab safety rules.

Proficient
3 Points

Provides clear and detailed scene descriptions.

Developing
2 Points

Provides somewhat unclear or incomplete scene descriptions.

Beginning
1 Points

Provides minimal or unclear scene descriptions.

Criterion 2

Visual Representation

Visual representation of lab safety rules.

Exemplary
4 Points

Scenes effectively and creatively visualize lab safety rules, demonstrating innovative use of visual elements.

Proficient
3 Points

Scenes effectively visualize lab safety rules.

Developing
2 Points

Scenes somewhat visualize lab safety rules, but may lack clarity or impact.

Beginning
1 Points

Scenes do not effectively visualize lab safety rules.

Criterion 3

Lyric Integration

Integration of song lyrics into the storyboard.

Exemplary
4 Points

Song lyrics are seamlessly and effectively integrated into the storyboard, enhancing the narrative and reinforcing safety messages.

Proficient
3 Points

Song lyrics are effectively integrated into the storyboard.

Developing
2 Points

Song lyrics are somewhat integrated into the storyboard, but the connection may be weak.

Beginning
1 Points

Song lyrics are not integrated into the storyboard.

Category 4

Lab Safety Video Production

Assesses students' ability to produce a high-quality video that effectively communicates lab safety rules.
Criterion 1

Video Quality

Overall quality and persuasiveness of the video.

Exemplary
4 Points

The video is exceptionally well-produced, engaging, and persuasive, demonstrating a high level of technical skill and creativity, compelling viewers to follow safety guidelines.

Proficient
3 Points

The video is well-produced, engaging, and persuasive.

Developing
2 Points

The video is somewhat engaging and persuasive, but may lack polish or clarity.

Beginning
1 Points

The video is not engaging or persuasive and lacks quality production.

Criterion 2

Technical Skill

Technical aspects of video production (editing, sound, transitions).

Exemplary
4 Points

Demonstrates mastery of video production techniques with seamless editing, clear sound, and professional transitions, significantly enhancing the viewing experience.

Proficient
3 Points

Demonstrates competency in video production techniques with effective editing, clear sound, and appropriate transitions.

Developing
2 Points

Shows basic video production skills, but may have issues with editing, sound, or transitions.

Beginning
1 Points

Lacks basic video production skills and has significant issues with editing, sound, or transitions.

Criterion 3

Storyboard Adherence

Adherence to storyboard plan.

Exemplary
4 Points

The video closely adheres to the storyboard plan while demonstrating creative adaptation and improvement upon the original concept.

Proficient
3 Points

The video closely adheres to the storyboard plan.

Developing
2 Points

The video somewhat adheres to the storyboard plan, but deviates in some areas.

Beginning
1 Points

The video does not adhere to the storyboard plan.

Reflection Prompts

End-of-project reflection questions to get students to think about their learning
Question 1

What was the most challenging aspect of creating the lab safety song and video, and how did you overcome it?

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Question 2

How did your understanding of lab safety rules change or deepen as a result of this project?

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Question 3

To what extent do you believe your lab safety video will persuade others to follow safety guidelines?

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Question 4

If you could do this project again, what is one thing you would do differently to improve the final product or the learning experience?

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