Lesson Plan

Grade 11 ELA Module 2: Unit 1, Lesson 3

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Go figure! Scholars examine the figurative language in the last half of W.E.B. Du Bois's work "Of Our Spiritual Strivings." They pay special attention to his metaphors and develop ideas with group discussion and guided questions. Responses to a Quick Write prompt assess learner understanding.

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • Review and ask for examples of different types of figurative language (similes, metaphors, personification, etc.) prior to the lesson.
Classroom Considerations
  • Part of a larger unit, Grade 11 ELA Module 2: Unit 1
  • Pairs learners for discussion
Pros
  • Includes answers to questions
  • Provides an example for completing the Idea Tracking Tool
Cons
  • None