Objective:
Students will discuss why (and possibly if) the study of literature is relevant in our day in age.
Activities:
1. Take out one piece of paper for our actives today: a quick write, some notes, a group discussion, and a summary of the day's learning.
2. Quick write: "Why do you think we study literature in English classes at school?" We will follow up with a pair/share session before taking the issue to whole group share.
3. Notes! We are wrapping up our study of Shakespeare and moving on to Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird. What knowledge have you gained and how are you going to use it? Essay time!!!
4. Group work: In groups of four, create a list of five of the most pressing societal issues of our time. With each issue you identify, write a short (one or two sentences) summary of your reasons for listing that particular issue.
5. Closure: How will your participation in today's activities better prepare you for the Explanatory Essay?
Note:
Don't forget that we are heading to the library tomorrow to checkout To Kill a Mockingbird. Make sure your ID is on your person.
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