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Student Teacher: Alessia Fasanella

Lesson Plan

Group: ENG 166-01


Date: September 27, 2016
Duration: 50 minutes
Time: 1:50-2:40 pm

Location: A-308 (Wing A)


Number of Students: 30
Topic: Introduction to Literary Devices
in Popular Culture
Subject-Specific
Competencies
Cross-Curricular
Competencies

Learning
Objectives

Major Goal(s) of
lesson

Self Directed
Teaching Goals

Classroom
Management &
Organization
Materials Needed

Time

September 27th, 2016

Course: ELA
Cycle/Year: Secondary Cycle I
(Grade 7)
Lesson Title: Can Walt Disney
Films Help Me Write A Better
Essay?

Competency 1: Uses language/talk to communicate and learn


Competency 3: Reads and listens to written, spoken and media texts
Competency 4: Writes a variety of genres for social purposes
Competency 3: Uses critical judgment
Competency 4: Uses creativity
Competency 5: Adopts effective work methods
Competency 8: Cooperates with others
Competency 9: Communicates appropriately
This is an introductory lesson to literary devices. The students will be expected to use
the terms presented in class in order to isolate literary devices in popular culture
Disney films. This knowledge will present them with the tools to succeed on a
Literary Devices Quiz, as well as a literary response, which they will be expected to
complete in the near future.
I wish to engage my students by introducing them to literary devices in popular culture
(i.e. film and music). By the end of the lesson the students should be able to:
1.) Recognize a variety of literary devices in written and media texts.
2.) Isolate those literary devices and explain their function within the text.
3.) Have the necessary background information to represent those literary devices
in a literary response.
I have a variety of targeted teaching goals I wish to accomplish. I would like to make
sure I address each student by name during this activity, in order to cultivate a safe and
welcoming classroom environment. I also want to ensure that I speak clearly
throughout the activity, and manage the classroom effectively (i.e. ensure that
instructions are being followed by maintaining an on-task attitude). Finally, I want to
ENGAGE the students by maintaining high energy and enthusiasm throughout the
lesson.
This lesson does require internet access, however, if the latter fails, I can always
present the terms and game aloud. In addition to this, I have arranged the seating plan
of the class in order to minimize distractions and maximize student participation and
focus. I have also stipulated my basic class rules, so the students know to raise their
hands before speaking, and respect one another and their environment.
-Literary Devices handout
-Literary Devices: Walt Disney Version game sentences
-Internet access
-Smart Board access
-Whiteboard sheets for every 4 students as well as whiteboard markers
-Tape

Plan
Opening: Literary Devices in Popular Culture Video!

10 minutes

Begin with an introduction to Literary Devices; once the students take their seats, welcome
them to the class and begin immediately by showing this video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_pxfifB6Co

This well-crafted YouTube video is a 5-minute description of prevalent Literary Devices using
examples from the media and popular culture to reach the students on an age-appropriate and
humorous level. This is a good way to not only introduce the topic, but also provides an
opportunity for students to quickly and quietly find their seats and assume learning ready
mindsets.
Once the video has ended, close this activity by asking the students what they thought of it.
Some guiding questions include:

5-7 minutes

Was this video informative?

Can you explain what a Literary Device is?

Do you feel like you have a better grasp of Literary Devices after watching this video?

Pre-Assessment #1: Literary Devices Handout/PowerPoint


I will go over each LD definition using a PowerPoint, I will distribute a handout of definitions
(included in Appendix I). The PowerPoint will be a repetition of what the students receive on
the handout (Appendix I). I will encourage questions throughout my presentation. This will
help break any monotony and ensure that students feel comfortable engaging in their own
learning.
Finally, I will show this Jeopardy video quiz to the students and have them guess, in groups of
4 using their whiteboards, which literary device corresponds to which song.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qYzjb-H_gzM

10-15 minutes

Learning Activity(ies): Walt Disney Literary Devices Game!


I will begin with an exciting question or statement, known as a hook, such as, How many
of you enjoy Disney movies? or Did you know that Disney movies actually discuss some
pretty important themes and devices?. I will then proceed to explain how Disney movies are
not simply vessels for entertainment, but also offer many diverse life lessons. They teach us
how to work with others and how to overcome obstacles. Most importantly, I will stress the
fact that Disney films are mostly based on various coming of age stories, and are actually
littered with Literary Devices, some of which we will be exploring today.
THE GAME:

Distribute quotes from prevalent Walt Disney films to each student.

Have Literary Device headers placed up on the whiteboard.

Have students place their sentence under the appropriate header (they may collaborate
in their groups).

I will then go over each sentence with the class, and we will vote as to whether it has
been placed under the correct header.

This game adds a kinaesthetic element to my lesson, which I find extremely necessary to
incorporate so that students are not sitting passively for extended periods of time.

Remainder of class
time

Post-Learning Activity: Reading Eric Walters Between Heaven And Earth


As the students are currently engaged in reading Eric Walters Between Heaven And
Earth, we will continue reading the novel in class. As they should have completed
chapters 1-5 over the weekend, I will ask them for a summary of events. I will then
continue with the volunteer readers from last class.

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Student Teacher: Alessia Fasanella

1 minute before the


end of class

References and
resources used

Adaptations
Professional
TEACHING
Competencies

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Now that the students possess basic knowledge of literary devices, I will ask them to
pay close attention to any LDs they find throughout the text for us to discuss.
Closure:
I will ask the students if they look forward to reading more. I will then have them write
down any homework in their agendas (which will include studying for a short LD quiz
on the following day).
Assessment:
As this is an introductory lesson, I am not formally assessing any competencies.
However, I am informally assessing my students abilities to communicate with each
other, participate in class discussions, and ask questions. This lesson will be followed
by a quiz on prevalent literary devices.

Videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_pxfifB6Co
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qYzjb-H_gzM
Literary Devices handout: Created by Alessia Fasanella, with reference
to buzzfeed.com.

There are no students with IEPs, learning difficulties or behavioral disorders in this
class.

Competency 1. To act as a professional inheritor, critic, and interpreter of knowledge or


culture when teaching students
Competency 2. To communicate clearly in the language of instruction, both orally and in
writing, using correct grammar, in various contexts related to teaching.
Competency 4. To pilot teaching/learning situations that are appropriate to the students
concerned and the subject content with a view to developing the competencies targeted in the
programs of study.

Competency 6. To plan, organize and supervise a class in such a way as to promote


students learning and social development.
Competency 9. To cooperate with school staff, parents, partners in the community and
students in pursuing the educational objectives of the school.
Competency 10. To cooperate with members of the teaching team in carrying out tasks
involving the development and evaluation of the competencies targeted in the programs of
study, taking into account the students concerned.

Competency 11. To engage in professional development individually and with others.


Competency 12. To demonstrate ethical and responsible professional behavior in the
performance of his or her duties.

What to do if we
have extra time
What to do if we run
out of time

Continue reading the novel Between Heaven And Earth.

Lesson Feedback
(What to change for

The students loved this lesson! They enjoyed the connection to Disney films, and loved
getting up from their seats and moving about the class. For next time, provide a piece of

Have students complete the reading at home.

next time)

sticky tack with each device paper, so students can post it on the board themselves, and
do not need to come see you before hand. Also, you may want to consider skipping
devices such as Allegory which are not prominent and will most likely not be used in a
formal essay by the students (to save on time).

APPENDIX I: Literary Devices Handout

Literary Device

Definition

Example

What is it?

The universal constituents of


literature, and thus can be found
in any written or oral story.
Using an object or action that
means something more than its
literal meaning.

N/A

Symbolism

Dramatic Irony

When the audience is aware of


something that the characters
themselves are not aware of.

Personification Refers to the practice of


attaching human traits and
characteristics with inanimate
objects, phenomena, and
animals.

Harry Potters scar is not only indicative


of a physical wound, but also symbolizes
Lord Voldermorts inability to kill him,
and therefore, his greatest flaw.
In Shakespeares Romeo and Juliette,
Romeo believes that Juliette is dead,
although the audience knows that she is
only pretending to be dead.
The raging winds
The wise owl
The warm and comforting fire

Allusion

A figure of speech whereby the


author refers to a subject matter
such as a place, event, or
literary work by way of a
passing reference. It is up to the
reader to make a connection to
the subject being mentioned.

Its no wonder everyone refers to Mary


as another Mother Teresa in the making;
she loves to help and care after people
everywhere- from the streets to her own
friends. (The author uses the mention of
Mother Teresa to indicate the sort of
qualities that Mary has.)

Allegory

A symbolism device where the


meaning of a greater, often
abstract, concept (usually

Faith is like a stony uphill climb: a


single stumble might send you sprawling
but belief and steadfastness will see you

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Student Teacher: Alessia Fasanella

Alliteration

Biblical) is conveyed with the


aid of a more corporeal object
or idea being used as an
example.
A literary device where words
are used in quick succession
and begin with letters belonging
to the same sound group.
Whether it is the consonant
sound or a specific vowel
group, the alliteration involves
creating a repetition of similar
sounds in the sentence.

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to the very top.

The Wicked Witch of the West went her


own way. (The W sound is highlighted
and repeated throughout the sentence.)

Hyperbole

A literary device wherein the


I am so tired I cannot walk another inch
author uses specific words and
or Im so sleepy; I might fall asleep
phrases that exaggerate and
standing here.
overemphasize the basic crux of
the statement in order to
produce a grander, more
noticeable effect.

Juxtaposition

A literary device wherein the


author places a person, concept,
place, idea or theme parallel to
another.
The practice of drawing
parallels or comparisons
between two unrelated and
dissimilar things, people,
beings, places and concepts.
Similes are marked by the use
of the words as or such as or
like.

Discussing Satan and God by placing


their traits in comparison to one another.

Refers to a meaning or identity


ascribed to one subject by way
of another.
Refers to words whose sound is
very close to the sound they are
meant to depict.

Henry was a lion on the battlefield.

Simile

Metaphor
ONOMATOPOEIA

Reference:

He is like a mouse in front of the


teacher.

Words such as grunt, huff, buzz


and snap!

Literary Devices. (2010). Retrieved from http://literary


devices.com/frontpage?page=4

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