- I can analyze the main ideas and supporting details presented in different media and formats. (SL.7.2)
- I can build on others' ideas during discussions. (SL.7.1)
Long Term Learning Targets
Supporting Targets
- I can analyze photos, videos, and quotes to find a central theme.
- I can synthesize the ideas of my classmates with my own.
Ongoing Assessment
- Introduction to Module 2: Group Synthesis
Agenda
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1. Opening A. Entry Task (5 minutes) B. Reviewing Learning Targets (5 minutes) 2. Work Time Gallery Walk (25 minutes) A. Introducing Working Conditions Anchor Chart (5 minutes) 3. Closing and Assessment A. Modeling the Homework (5 minutes) 4. Homework A. Sorting Statements about Working Conditions |
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Vocabulary
infer, explicitly, implied, synthesize, compensation, environment, harassment, discrimination, unions, child labor, forced labor, fair working conditions
Materials
- Audio: "The Sound of a Working Textile Mill". May be accessed at: http://www.prx.org/pieces/28041#description
- Introducing Module 2 worksheet (one per student; includes entry task and group synthesis)
- Picture of loom (see Teaching Notes)
- Putting Together the Pieces: Gallery Walk Directions (one per student)
- Putting Together the Pieces: Gallery Walk Directions, Teacher Guide (for teacher reference)
- "A Living Wage" interactive slide show, which may be accessed at: http://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2010/07/18/business/global/18shirt-audioss/
- Suggested List of Gallery Walk Items (for Teacher Reference)
- Sticky notes (5-6/student)
- Working Conditions anchor chart (new; teacher-created; see Work Time A)
- Working Conditions anchor chart, student version (one per student)
- Homework: Sorting Statements about Working Conditions (one per student)
Opening
Opening | Meeting Students' Needs |
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A. Entry Task (5 minutes)
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B. Reviewing Learning Targets (2 minutes)
* "I agree, and would like to add that ..." * "I agree with you in some ways, but I do not think that ..." * "That's an interesting point. Could you explain it more?" * "It seems like we agree that ... but disagree about ..." * "I see what you are saying, but I disagree because ..."
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Work Time
Work Time | Meeting Students' Needs |
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A. Modified Gallery Walk (28 Minutes)
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B. Introducing Working Conditions Anchor Chart (5 minutes)
* "What are working conditions, and why do they matter?" * "How do workers, the government, business, and consumers effect change in working conditions?" * "Why do working conditions matter to me today?"
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Closing & Assessments
Closing |
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A. Modeling the Homework (5 minutes)
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Homework
Homework |
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Note: In the next lesson, the class will be starting Lyddie. Please make sure you have reviewed the next lesson as well as the Unit 1 Overview, Preparation and Materials, as both provide information about how to support all students in their reading of this text. |
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