Lesson Plan

Analyzing the Power of Different Mediums: Little Rock Girl 1957

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Scholars begin the instructional activity by watching a video of media history and discussing it in a Turn and Talk. They then look at the texts A Mighty Long Way and Little Rock Girl 1957 to make a connection to the role of the press in an event. Finally, they use an Analyzing Mediums graphic organizer to guide their thoughts.

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • View current commercials, radio ads, newspaper articles, etc., and discuss the influence of these media in lives today
Classroom Considerations
  • Lesson seven of 20 in the series Grade 8 ELA Module 3B, Unit 2
  • Uses a document camera and a projector
Pros
  • Includes teaching notes to detail tips and preparation for the lesson
  • Lists a lesson agenda with a time outline
Cons
  • None
Common Core