This inquiry leads students through an investigation of the impact of English on their daily lives. By investigating the compelling question, students examine the different skills English Class can strengthen, including grammar, vocabulary, and critical thinking, and the ways in which these skills are applied in a real world context. By completing this inquiry, students begin to understand the function of the modern ELA classroom and its curriculum through an exploration of different media in hopes that they may see the impact education has on their future lives. By the end, students should be able to remark on the importance of English in understanding advertising strategies, nuances in pop culture, and the impact of grammar on social media.
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This inquiry leads students through an investigation of the impact of English on their daily lives. By investigating the compelling question, students examine the different skills English Class can strengthen, including grammar, vocabulary, and critical thinking, and the ways in which these skills are applied in a real world context. By completing this inquiry, students…
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Written for an English class reading 1984, this inquiry is meant to be investigated by students after reading the novel. This inquiry challenges students to evaluate Orwell’s description of surveillance and determine if it is becoming a reality.
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Stories are an integral part of human experience. Traditions of storytelling stretch back to the beginning of human existence and continue unto the present. We tell stories every day: to our parents about our day at school, to our best friends about our date at the mall over the weekend, as a way to remember…
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Even with all the pop culture excess of the 1980s, musicians found ways to use their influence to help others. The famine in Africa during the mid-80s is a perfect example of how artists turned their popularity into a force for good. British and American musicians came together to record songs, create music videos, and…
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The 1980s brought a mix of bold and unforgettable fashion trends, from preppy styles and neon windsuits to color-block outfits and sharp power suits. A lot of these trends were driven by the rise of MTV, where musicians weren’t just making hits—they were setting fashion standards. People started to move away from traditional styles, using…
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The 1980s brought a fresh wave of creativity and change to the music scene. After the protest songs of the 60s and 70s that challenged the Vietnam War, the 80s arrived with a bold and sometimes unexpected counterculture that left a lasting mark. New musical genres exploded in popularity, and the launch of Music Television…
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This lesson challenges students to choose a song to nominate for inclusion in the Library of Congress’s National Recording Registry. They will explore the criteria for nominating a song and use reasoning and analysis skills to determine whether a song is relevant to the historical context of a given period. Students will then make a…
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In this lesson, students will explore two songs that address major social and political issues of their time, both recognized as powerful protest anthems. By examining the historical events that inspired these songs and analyzing their tone, lyrics, and delivery, students will gain insight into how music can raise awareness, challenge injustice, and inspire social…
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In this lesson, students will be challenged to look at a song through a historical lens, rather than for its entertainment value. Students will explore events in the years leading up to the release of American Pie by Don McLean to determine the historical relevance of the lyrics in the song. By comparing the progression…