Lesson Overview
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| Opening Activity | Learners will think of the character whose shoes they wish to step into and the reason behind the same and then discuss their responses. |
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| Main Activity | Learners will use Jamboard to do a character analysis of any character from any story. The character analysis will include the traits of the character, the decisions of the character, their development and growth, and their significance to the theme of the story. |
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| Closing Activity | Learners will think of alternate acts that their chosen character could engage in and its impact on the plot. |
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Prior Knowledge
Learners should:
- Be able to read and comprehend written text.
- Be familiar with a few stories and characters.
Lesson Objectives
- Identify key characteristics of a character in a literary text.
- Analyze the motivations, actions, and relationships of a character in a literary text.
- Use evidence from the text to support their analysis of character traits.
- Assess the effectiveness of a character’s actions and decisions, considering the impact on the plot.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the lesson, learners will be able to
- Recognize the foundational concept of character analysis through the identification of a character and justification for their perspective choice.
- Analyze and assess a character's traits, decisions, developmental trajectory, and thematic relevance within a story, employing the utilization of Jamboard.
- Synthesize the gathered insights to construct a comprehensive character analysis that showcases a deep understanding of the character's role in the narrative.
- Apply critical thinking skills to generate and evaluate alternative character actions, considering their potential consequences on the plot's progression.
Resources
- Teaching Deck
- A video guide to the features offered by Jamboard
Pre-Lesson Preparation
- Like all lessons on Eddy, this lesson follows a specific approach. If this is your first time implementing an Eddy lesson, check out our 'How to set up an Eddy Classroom' for more information.
- Prepare for necessary technology/hardware in advance.
- Devices (tablets/laptops/chromebooks/computers) for each learner.
- A stable wifi connection.
- Access to the jamboard on each device.
With this lesson, learners will dive into the minds of characters, unravel their thoughts, decisions, and their impact on the narrative. Through character analysis, they will step into their shoes of the protagonists, explore their motivations, and even reshape their fate within the story. Get ready to embark on a quest of understanding, analysis, and creative exploration!