goals. We will address the Standard: Instructional Practice by using research-based practices/evidence of learning; clearly/accurately communicate with students; use a variety of approaches to meet student needs; and engage students to develop multi-disciplinary skills. We will also address the Standard: Assessment for Student Learning by using a wide-range of assessment tools; and preparing students for assessments. We will also strive to meet the Standard: Professional Responsibilities and Collaboration by upholding professional standards. Finally, we will meet the Standard: Professional Growth by reflecting on practice to improve effectiveness. Understanding by Design Stage One – Desired Results New York State Common Core English Language Arts Standards for 11th and 12th graders: Students will be able to… Establish and use criteria to classify, select, and evaluate texts. Develop factual, interpretive, and evaluative questions for further exploration of the topic(s). Interpret, analyze, and evaluate narratives, poetry, and drama, aesthetically and philosophically by making connections to: other texts, ideas, cultural perspectives, eras, personal events, and situations. Explore and inquire into areas of interest to formulate an argument. Explore topics dealing with different cultures and world viewpoints. Understanding(s) Students will understand that Literature such as Reading Lolita in Tehran can help make them better aware of the world we live in. World issues should be discussed as well as read about to raise awareness and promote tolerance of different cultures. Essential Question(s): How can we better prepare students for life after high school? Are our students aware of the many facets of oppression still present within our world? Students will know What issues they should be aware of and focused on dealing with. How to identify a dangerous or harmful situation and solutions to each of them, Students will be able to Identify and understand prevalent issues many are still forced to face in today’s world. Solutions to such aforementioned
Quiz #1 What do the women discuss regarding marriage? What was the news that Sanaz was excited to share? What happened to the two women that had the rank of cabinet minister? What makes Persian dance unique? According to Nassrim, how does one know they are in love? Explain the symbolism of dancing. Who is the only girl that does not wish to leave Iran? Describe Azin’s nails. Quiz #2 Why did Sanaz’s fiancé call off the wedding? What conflict was there with attaining freedom for the women? What flower does Mintra’s suitor compare her to? Explain Mrs. Rezvan’s gift. Why was Mrs. Rezvan going to Canada? Describe the concert that Ramin takes them to. What gift did the magician have for Nafisi? Quiz #3 What did Bijian and Nafisi fight over? Why does Nassarim go to London? Where does Nafisi seek refuge? Who is Daisy? What does Nafisi say about the Bill of Rights? Works Cited “An Evening with Azar Nafisi at Carpenter Center." Perf. Azar Nafisi. N.p., 3 Mar. 2012. Web. 30 Aug. 2012. <http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HlWf34UKVKs>. Bernstein, Charles. "Today is the next day of the rest of your life." N.p., n.d. 30 Aug. 2012. www.lpsdonline.org/wiki/images…poetry.doc Bing Images. The Sound of Music.08/21/2012 Cervantes, Lorna Dee. “Palestine.” N.p., n.d. 30 Aug. 2012. Charles, Marissa. “And the Award for the Most Eye-Catching Goes to…” Mail Online. Associated Press. 02/13/2012. 08/21/2012. Eliot, T.S. “Cousin Nancy.” Web. N.p., n.d. 30 Aug. 2012. http://www.poets.org/viewmedia.php/prmMID/21645