Realism Unit Outline and Instructions



IntroductionRead “The Rise of Realism” page 409-422 and take notes. I will supplement your notes upon my returnOptional: watch Laurie Harmon’s video on youtube addressing realism.Short Story LessonsObjective: To teach a full 40 minute class period on one of the short stories in the Realism Unit. Requirements:A written out lesson plan with designated time periods for each of the parts of your lesson.Creative and engaging lessons. How would you like to learn the lesson? Now is your chance.A written reflection based upon how you feel the lesson went and any changes you might make.Each team member must be able to clearly define their role within the group.Texts for the Unit:“A Pair of Silk Stockings” by Kate Chopin (435): character, symbol, inference“The Story of an Hour” by Kate Chopin (handout): inference, seasonal archetypes, close reading, feminist criticism“from Life on the Mississippi” by Mark Twain (453): extended metaphor, dry humor, figures of speech, understatement, romantic illusions, regionalism“An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge” by Ambrose Bierce (466): point of view, personification of death, narrators connection, examples of impressionism, theme“A Mystery of Heroism” by Stephen Crane (485): situational irony, personification, motivation, figurative language, impressionism.“To Build a Fire” by Jack London (495): naturalism, analyzing character, tone, style, theme*classmates will complete a survey monkey that critiques the lesson and provides you feedback for your reflection.*Lesson plans must contain the following components: Date, title, objective, materials, procedure, and performance task. ................
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