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Project Plan: Festivals in English-Speaking Countries

Stage 1: Topic selection and group formation

• Objective: Students select a festival from an English-speaking country and form

groups of 3 or four.

• Activities:

1. Class discussion on famous festivals.

2. Each group selects a different festival to ensure variety.

3. Groups formed based on student preferences and skills (ensuring a mix

of research, design, and presentation strengths).

• Timeframe: 1 lesson (45 minutes).

Stage 2: Choosing presentation modality

• Objective: Students decide on the format of their presentation using Genially.

We will wrork using a shared Genially.

• Activities:

1. Introduction to Genially and its features.

2. Groups explore templates and choose a format (interactive infographic,

presentation, or escape room).

• Timeframe: 1 lesson (45 minutes).

Stage 3: Research and content creation

• Objective: Students gather information and create their projects.

• Activities:

1. Research festival history, traditions, and significance.

2. Organize information and draft key points.

3. Begin designing the Genially presentation.

• Timeframe: 2-3 lessons (90-135 minutes).

Stage 4: Project development and feedback

• Objective: Groups refine their projects and receive feedback.

• Activities:

1. Peer review session: students present rough drafts.

2. Teacher provides feedback on content, design, and language.

3. Groups make necessary revisions.

• Timeframe: 1 lesson (45 minutes).

Stage 5: Final presentations and reflection

• Objective: Students present their projects and reflect on their learning.

• Activities:

1. Groups present using Genially.

2. Audience asks questions and gives feedback.

3. Class discussion on challenges and successes.

• Timeframe: 1-2 lessons (45-90 minutes).

• Grouping: Students were given autonomy to form groups based on interest, but

the teacher ensured diversity in skills (research, design, speaking).

• Timing: The project was completed over approximately 6-8 lessons (depending

on class progress), ensuring ample time for research, creativity, and revisions.

Additional materials

• Project planner: (Handout with deadlines and roles).

• Research guide: (Checklist for finding reliable sources).

• Genially tutorial: (Step-by-step instructions on using interactive features).

Genially optimizes learning in the following way:

Interactivity: Made presentations more engaging and dynamic.

Collaboration: Allowed students to work simultaneously on design and content.

Creativity: Encouraged students to go beyond traditional slideshows.

Finally, I will provide more structured guidance on design choices to avoid overcrowded

slides and introduce a short practice task with Genially before starting the main project.