Monday, August 5, 2019

Big Idea: Culture

August 6, 2019

Standards: 

RI.9-10.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text. 
SL.9-10.4 Present information, findings, and supporting evidence clearly, concisely, and logically such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning and the organization, development, substance, and style are appropriate to purpose, audience, and task. 

Obj: I can present information based on textual evidence. 

EQ: How do values and beliefs shape who we are?

Starter:


Go to the appropriate sheet and add one song from your soundtrack.
Then, we will have a gallery walk to view the songs and visuals.

Image result for quotes about music

Vocabulary

Word: Culture
Part of Speech: Noun
Dictionary Definition: the customary beliefs, social forms, and material traits of a racial, religious, or social group
also the characteristic features of everyday existence (such as diversions or a way of life) shared by people in a place or time
Your Definition: 
Activity: Find an image that you associate with the word culture. 

Activity: 

1.  Continental Culture Research

In groups, you will be assigned a continent to research and present to the class. 
You need to organize your information in Google Slides. 

You must include the following information in your presentation: 

Map

Three Examples of the Following: 
Music
Art 
Food
Landmarks
Language
Traditions/Customs
Famous Citizen 
Fun Fact

News Article With Link To  Current Affair
Summary of Article
Reaction to Story
 Quote
Symbol


Five Visual Elements

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2.  Presentations

For each group, write down three facts. 



Fun Article: Pizza Around the World

3.  Mini Writing Assignment

In a 1/2 page, double spaced response, answer the following questions: 

What does culture mean to you?
Describe your culture and how it impacts your views and beliefs.

Closure

What is one thing you learned about another continent?  


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