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Scholars look at the connections between identity and labels, assumptions, and stereotypes, in a lesson that examines identity in the United States. To set the stage for a discussion of these connections, class members analyze a cartoon, watch a satirical video, and read a story about a girl who radically changes her appearance. For homework, pupils then craft a reflection in response to the question of how labels, assumptions, and stereotypes affect not only how others think of them but also affect how they think about themselves.
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Instructional Ideas
- Launch the lesson by asking class members to journal about the labels others apply to them and how they react to those labels
- Save copying costs by displaying the "Street Calculus" cartoon for the entire class
Classroom Considerations
- Presumes a protocol is in place to permit a safe, respectful discussion of stereotypes and assumptions
- The third of six lessons in a unit that's designed to be taught in order
Pros
- The lesson encourages learners to consider the impact on themselves and others of labels and stereotypes
Cons
- None