Stephanie J. Sheehan
My objectives fall into three areas: content, social development, and skills. Students will expand their knowledge of many cultures, including their own and ethnicities different from their own. Students will grow socially by learning to talk openly about culture and identity without fear or disrespect and they will learn to listen and accept the viewpoints of others, understanding that there can be more than one "right" interpretation for the same thing. They will also build both listening and reading comprehension skills. By the end of the unit, the students will increase vocabulary, build public speaking skills, and feel comfortable sharing their own stories and opinions. They will reflect on what they've learned using a variety of responses including writing, discussion, art, and technology.