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Welcome to our lesson on George Orwell. This lesson will lead us into a deeper study of his novel, Animal Farm. But before we dive into the novel, it is better to understand the author behind it. The following background as well as a reading of one of his essays will help give us a more thorough picture of the man behind the writing.
Welcome to our lesson on George Orwell. This lesson will lead us into a deeper study of his novel, Animal Farm. But before we dive into the novel, it is better to understand the author behind it. The following background as well as a reading of one of his essays will help give us a more thorough picture of the man behind the writing.
Who is this strange, Mr. Ayer, the mad lesson author who ushers us along this path??
Who is this strange, Mr. Ayer, the mad lesson author who ushers us along this path??
It is, I! The devoted husband, loving father of 2 boys, Jeep owning, kayak loving, running, reading, and picture taking dude who has an affinity for all things fall, winter, and especially Christmas! Oh, and I listen to way too much Ed Sheeran.
It is, I! The devoted husband, loving father of 2 boys, Jeep owning, kayak loving, running, reading, and picture taking dude who has an affinity for all things fall, winter, and especially Christmas! Oh, and I listen to way too much Ed Sheeran.
As an ELA teacher of 19 years, I have plenty of experience and know-how to guide you along this journey. So buckle-up and be ready to ride down this windy way of learning as we continue our road through British Literature.
As an ELA teacher of 19 years, I have plenty of experience and know-how to guide you along this journey. So buckle-up and be ready to ride down this windy way of learning as we continue our road through British Literature.
Learning Objectives
Learning Objectives
Students will be able to read, comprehend, analyze, and critique nonfiction by exploring author purpose and voice in reading.
Students will be able to understand and apply appropriate writing and and research strategies connecting the biography and nonfiction literature.
Standards Alignment
Standards Alignment
RI.11-12.1. Accurately cite strong and thorough textual evidence, (e.g., via discussion, written response, etc.), to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferentially, including determining where the text leaves matters uncertain.
RI.11-12.2. Determine two or more central ideas of a text, and analyze their development and how they interact to provide a complex analysis; provide an objective summary of the text.
RI.11-12.5. Analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of the structure an author uses in his or her exposition or argument, including whether the structure makes points clear, convincing, and engaging. RI.11-12.6. Determine an author’s point of view or purpose in a text in which the rhetoric is particularly effective, analyzing how style and content contribute to the power, persuasiveness or beauty of the text.
RI.11-12.7. Integrate and evaluate multiple sources of information presented in different media or formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively) as well as in words in order to address a question or solve a problem
W.11-12.2. Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content.
W.11-12.6. Use technology, including the Internet, to produce, share, and update individual or shared writing products in response to ongoing feedback, including new arguments or information.
W.11-12.9. Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.
Explore this ThingLink on George Orwell to learn more about his background before evaluating him as a writer. Using our 3 Big Ideas collaborative strategy, take notes and submit 3 brief explanations of what you believe to be the most important takeaways from the information presented.
Explore this ThingLink on George Orwell to learn more about his background before evaluating him as a writer. Using our 3 Big Ideas collaborative strategy, take notes and submit 3 brief explanations of what you believe to be the most important takeaways from the information presented.
Before moving on to the reading of Orwell's essay, "Shooting an Elephant," first participate in the discussion board entitled, "Shooting an Elephant" Anticipation Discussion
Before moving on to the reading of Orwell's essay, "Shooting an Elephant," first participate in the discussion board entitled, "Shooting an Elephant" Anticipation Discussion
Now explore George Orwell as a writer by analyzing and evaluating his character in his essay, "Shooting an Elephant." If you have text of the essay, read along with the Edpuzzle video below, answering recall, drawing conclusions, and analysis questions along the way. If you do not have a text of the essay, you can find one here.
Now explore George Orwell as a writer by analyzing and evaluating his character in his essay, "Shooting an Elephant." If you have text of the essay, read along with the Edpuzzle video below, answering recall, drawing conclusions, and analysis questions along the way. If you do not have a text of the essay, you can find one here.
Before moving on to the final Reflection, participate in the second discussion board entitled, "Shooting an Elephant" Relating to the Reading Discussion
Before moving on to the final Reflection, participate in the second discussion board entitled, "Shooting an Elephant" Relating to the Reading Discussion
Final thoughts demonstrating your understanding of Orwell's character and literary contributions. Use the Padlet below to post a response for the ORQ (Open Response Question) included.
Final thoughts demonstrating your understanding of Orwell's character and literary contributions. Use the Padlet below to post a response for the ORQ (Open Response Question) included.
Responses should be 2-3 paragraphs in length and use textual evidence in support. You have numerous posting options in Padlet including text, Google Drive, or even a video response (you can use the video tool to capture yourself giving an articulate response).
Responses should be 2-3 paragraphs in length and use textual evidence in support. You have numerous posting options in Padlet including text, Google Drive, or even a video response (you can use the video tool to capture yourself giving an articulate response).
This will count as a comprehension quiz on this section of our unit.
This will count as a comprehension quiz on this section of our unit.
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