District Standards
2.4 Interpret, analyze and evaluate the influence of culture and history on themes in the literature
Students watch scenes from different versions of each play. Each representation was made in a different time period and affects the film. Students analyze these differences in each film.
1.1 Draw conclusions and use evidence to substantiate them by using text heard, read, and viewed
In journal entries and discussion students support their claims with textual evidence. This standard is targeted throughout the unit.
1.2 Interpret information that is implied in a text
Through evaluation of characters attitudes toward what is seen, students make inferences about the characters and draw conclusions based on those inferences.
3.2 Evaluate the validity of primary and secondary sources of information
Students identify valid sources on the Internet. Being able to distinguish between accurate and safe content on the Internet is central to the unit.
3.1 Use oral language with clarity, voice and fluency to communicate their message
The final project requires that students present a short skit. In this skit they must communicate clearly. In addition to the final project, students must utilize this skill in daily class discussions.