Lesson Plan

Mid-Unit Assessment: Tracing an Argument in an Article and a Video

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Pesticides—unnecessary pollutants or positive application? Learners watch a video about DDT and read Rachel Carson: Sounding the Alarm on Pollution for their mid-unit assessment. They complete graphic organizers, answer multiple-choice questions, and identify evidence to support claims.

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • Incorporate with science standards about pollution
Classroom Considerations
  • Part eight of 13 in Grade 6 ELA Module 4, Unit 1
  • Must complete lessons in order
  • Requires method for watching video
  • Video used for the assessment is no longer available, but teachers can use other videos on DDT instead
Pros
  • Lists vocabulary to teach along with the lesson
  • Includes an answer key for a mid-unit assessment
Cons
  • None
Common Core