Subject: TLE
Grade Level: Grade 8
Class Objectives: MOTIVATION ABOUT INGREDIENTS USED IN FOOD
PROCESSING
Difficulty: Standard
Materials: Allow the use of any materials
Time: 5 mins
Activity: Ingredient Scavenger Hunt
Introduction:
This activity aims to ignite students' curiosity and motivation about the various
ingredients used in food processing. By engaging in a scavenger hunt, students will
explore their surroundings for common food ingredients, fostering a practical
understanding of their uses and significance in food preparation.
Significance:
Understanding ingredients is essential in food processing, as it allows students to
appreciate their roles in nutrition, flavor, and food safety. This activity encourages
students to connect with local food culture and ingredients, making learning relevant
and engaging.
Teaching Strategy:
Cooperative Learning
Materials:
Index cards or paper
Markers or pens
A timer (can be a phone or clock)
- Optional: Images of common local ingredients (e.g., rice, coconut, fish).
Detailed Instructions:
1. Preparation (1 minute): Before the activity, prepare index cards with names of
common ingredients used in Filipino cuisine (e.g., rice, garlic, soy sauce, etc.).
2. Group Formation (1 minute): Divide the class into small groups of 3-4 students.
3. Scavenger Hunt (2 minutes): Each group will search the classroom or designated
area for as many ingredients as they can find, either real items or images if real ones
aren't available. They must write down the names of the ingredients they find on their
index cards.
4. Wrap-Up (1 minute): Groups will share the ingredients they found and discuss
their uses in food processing.
Example Run-through:
Teacher explains the activity and shows a few examples of ingredients.
Students quickly search for ingredients around the classroom.
Groups share their findings, discussing the importance of each ingredient.
Rubrics:
- Participation (5 pts): Actively engaged in the scavenger hunt.
- Collaboration (5 pts): Worked well as a team.
- Creativity (5 pts): Found unique or diverse ingredients.
- Presentation (5 pts): Clearly explained the uses of the ingredients found.
- Insight (5 pts): Demonstrated understanding of the significance of the ingredients.
*Total: 25 points*
Assessment Questions:
1. What are two ingredients you found, and how are they used in food processing?
2. Why do you think it’s important to know about the ingredients used in our food?
3. How did working in a group help you learn more about food ingredients?
Pre-Activity Rationale:
Before the activity, students may have limited awareness of the ingredients that are
commonly used in food processing. This scavenger hunt serves as an exciting
introduction, allowing them to physically engage with the topic and stimulate their
interest in food science.
Post-Activity Rationale and Analysis:
After completing the scavenger hunt, students will have a clearer understanding of
the variety of ingredients used in food processing. They will be more motivated to
learn about the role these ingredients play in nutrition and cooking, as they can
relate the activity back to their own experiences with food in the Philippines.
To make the activity more engaging based on the cultural nuances of the
Philippines, consider incorporating the following:
Discussing local dishes that utilize the ingredients found, such as adobo or sinigang,
to highlight cultural relevance.
Allowing students to share personal stories related to the ingredients, such as family
recipes or traditions, which enhances connection and engagement.
Incorporating a brief video or slideshow of traditional Filipino markets showcasing
various ingredients, making the activity more visually stimulating.
By linking the activity to local culture and experiences, students are more likely to
find the topic relatable and engaging, fostering a deeper interest in food processing
and nutrition.
