Lesson Plan

Analyzing Language, Character, and Theme: World Café Discussion

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As part of their study of A Midsummer Night's Dream, class members meet in a drama circle to discuss and role-play scenes from the play. They then engage in an activity called World Cafe, analyzing the characters' actions from the text. They end by participating in a group discussion to review their note catchers.

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • Review the characters in A Midsummer Night's Dream and their personality traits before beginning
Classroom Considerations
  • Lesson 14 of 18 in the series Grade 8 ELA Module 2B, Unit 1
  • Must complete lessons in order
Pros
  • Lists vocabulary to teach to increase comprehension
  • Gives ideas for differentiation to meet pupils' needs
Cons
  • None
Common Core