Post date: May 19, 2016 4:22:16 PM
Note (5th period had slightly different lesson plans. See Mr. Coovert or Chadwell for those.
Wed, May 18:
Complete Confucius reading assignment in LIt book A PDF copy of the reading is on Schoology. The assignment is below:
Directions
In World Lit book (light blue book in back cabinet)
1. A. Read page 536 together as a class
B. Answer the question: How were Confucius teachings received while he was alive?
2. A. Read page 537 together as a class
B. Define: Golden Mean and Filial Piety
3. Read page 538 and 539 together as a class: As you read listen to the language and the meaning. Jot down questions and reactions to each Maxim.
4. Now reread the sayings on your own, as you do so:
1. Make a list of the attitudes, beliefs and actions that Confucius supports and a second list of those he is against. You should try to gain an overall understanding of his beliefs.
5. Now, choose your favorite maxim and
A. explain what it means
And
B. explain why you like it
Thursday, May 19th
Discussed Confucius
Completed Daoist readings in lit book. Find the readings in PDF form on Schoology.
Make up assignment
Read the intro to Taosim and the the Tao Te Chiang and the excerpts from the Tao Te Chinag and do the following:
1. List paradoxes you see
2. Pick one paradox and explain how it is resolved
3. Explain how Taoism teaches that people should live
Next: read each anecdote. Explain the meaning of each in 1 sentence.