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Aim:
How to use a scale rule to draw a platform in scale
What will this lead to in his/her future?
Drafting ground plans in scale. This will also be required when making our models in scale.
Why does s/he need this?
To create technical drawings to communicate with the technical people who would build the scenery
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What materials/supplies will the student need to supply?
Scale Ruler, Pencil, Paper
What materials/supplies will the teacher need to supply?
Should
have extra paper & scale rules for those who forget them. Also, if
the students have yet to purchase scale rulers: should have a new
supply.
What object/product shall the student end up with?
A simple drawing of basic platform shapes in 1/2" scale.
4x8, 4x4, 2x4, 2x2, etc... Throw in a triangle as well.
Process, notes, outline, descriptions, script for teacher.
Be sure every one has supplies.
Draw a scale rule on the board.
Have students work along with your explanations. Looking at scale rule, have them id the proper lines.
Understand how to read markings: each foot reading, inch readings.
Understand that the ruler has several different scales on it.
Questions that will encourage critical thinking and discovery:
Activities will include drawing shapes in scale to represent the platforms we use on stage.
What items might students have come in contact with that are in scale?
maps: subway (not in scale...) map of school...
How will the student be evaluated?
Outcome of scale drawings.
Relate this to future classes via…?
When we build models....
Homework? Y:__X__ N:____ Due next class: __X___ or on: _____/_____/_____
measure an item at home and draw it in scale: bed, couch, desk, etc...
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