Lesson Plan

Analyzing the Central Claim and Supporting Claims: “The Shakespeare Shakedown”

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Scholars continue to analyze Simon Schama's article "The Shakespeare Shakedown." They participate in a jigsaw discussion to identify the author's argument and supporting claims. Pupils also write objective summaries of the text.

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • Have partners discuss who they believe was the most likely author of Shakespeare's works
Classroom Considerations
  • In advance of the lesson, prepare index cards for a jigsaw activity
  • Students need dictionaries for the lesson
  • Fourth of 18 lessons from the Grade 8 ELA Module 2B, Unit 1 series
Pros
  • Includes tips for meeting diverse learners' needs
  • Provides supporting learning targets
Cons
  • None
Common Core