Five senses

Community-Based Learning

Phase 1: Planning

Moment 1: Identification

Visit the school and local community to observe how senses are used daily. (30 min)

Students recognize the importance of senses in real life, including inclusion of diverse abilities (e.g., sensory impairments).

Moment 2: Recovery

Share personal experiences about senses in a circle. (20 min)

Activate prior knowledge; encourage sharing from all students, fostering inclusion.

Moment 3: Planning

Plan a community sensory walk or activity (e.g., "Sensory Garden"). (30 min)

Engage students in planning, promoting collaborative decision-making and critical thinking about community needs.

Phase 2: Action

Moment 4: Approach

Create sensory stations (smell, touch, sound) in the classroom. (45 min)

Hands-on approach to experiential learning, considering sensory differences for inclusion.

Moment 5: Comprehension & Production

Students document what they experience at each station through drawings and simple descriptions. (45 min)

Develop descriptive language skills; adapt for varied abilities.

Moment 6: Recognition

Share experiences in small groups, highlighting sensory differences. (30 min)

Foster critical thinking about how senses vary among individuals.

Moment 7: Correction

Reflect on the activity, discussing how to make sensory experiences accessible for everyone. (20 min)

Promote critical thinking and empathy, ensuring inclusivity.

Phase 3: Intervention

Moment 8: Integration

Create a sensory map of the community or classroom. (30 min)

Visualize sensory experiences, promoting community awareness.

Moment 9: Dissemination

Present sensory maps to classmates and community members. (30 min)

Share knowledge, encouraging community participation.

Moment 10: Considerations

Gather feedback on the activity’s inclusiveness and impact. (15 min)

Reflection on inclusion and social impact.

Moment 11: Progress

Plan future activities to enhance sensory accessibility. (15 min)

Continuous improvement and critical thinking about community needs.

Inquiry-Based Learning with STEAM

Phase 1: Introduction & Prior Knowledge

Discuss what students already know about senses through a story or video. (20 min)

Activate prior knowledge; connect to real life.

Phase 2: Inquiry Questions & Explanation

Pose questions like "How do we use each sense?" and "Why are senses important?" (15 min)

Encourage curiosity and critical thinking.

Phase 3: Conclusions

Students share what they've learned about the senses in a class circle. (20 min)

Summarize understanding; reflect critically.

Phase 4: Design & Construction

Build simple models representing each sense (e.g., a nose for smell, an ear for hearing). (45 min)

STEAM approach—integrate science, art, and technology. Adapt models for different abilities.

Evaluation & Dissemination

Create a class poster or digital presentation about the senses. (30 min)

Share learning with peers; promote literacy and digital skills.

Complements

• Emphasize connection to daily life and community.

• Foster critical thinking through questioning and reflection.

• Use formative assessment via observation and student reflections.

Problem-Based Learning

Present

Ask students: "How can we help friends who have trouble using their senses?" (15 min)

Initiate empathy and problem identification.

Collect

Students share what they know about senses and challenges faced by others. (20 min)

Activate prior knowledge; include diverse experiences.

Formulate

Define the problem: "How can we create tools or activities to help everyone experience senses?" (15 min)

Clarify the real-world problem, promoting critical thinking.

Organize

Work in small teams to brainstorm solutions. (30 min)

Promote teamwork, planning, and strategy development.

Build

Create simple prototypes or activities (e.g., textured boards, scent jars). (45 min)

Hands-on construction, fostering creativity and critical evaluation.

Verify & Analyze

Test prototypes with classmates; gather feedback. (30 min)

Evaluate effectiveness and inclusiveness.

Share

Present solutions and reflect on what was learned. (20 min)

Share outcomes, reinforce learning, and promote peer feedback.

Service-Learning

Stage 1: Sensitization

Discuss the importance of senses in daily life and community health. (20 min)

Build awareness, empathy, and inclusion for all abilities.

Stage 2: Knowledge & Needs

Students research how community members use senses and identify needs. (30 min)

Connect to community needs; foster inquiry and empathy.

Stage 3: Planning

Design a sensory activity or tool for community use (e.g., sensory path, tactile materials). (30 min)

Promote collaborative planning, considering inclusive design.

Stage 4: Implementation

Create sensory materials or organize sensory walks with community members. (1 hour)

Hands-on service, fostering social responsibility.

Stage 5: Sharing & Reflection

Present the project to the school/community; discuss impact. (30 min)

Critical reflection, inclusion of community voices, and assessment of social impact.