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Abstract
In this unit, students will continue their reading of the novel
(Ch. 20-25, home reading), student-led literature discussions,
quiz/journal writings, and study guide questions.
Lesson fundamental understandings:
Essential
Questions: Students will gain an understanding of
Okonkwo’s disappointment as he returns to his fatherland, the effect
the missionaries have had upon the tribe, the imperialist
government’s infringement upon tribal governance, and Okonkwo’s
inability to adapt to the emerging society.
Standards
National Standards National
Standard(s): Students develop an understanding of and respect
for diversity in language use, patterns, and dialects across
cultures, ethnic groups, geographic regions, and social roles.
Technology Standard(s): 3a) Students use technology tools
to enhance learning, increase productivity, and promote creativity.
3b) Students use productivity tools to collaborate in constructing
technology-enhanced models, prepare publications, and produce other
creative works. 5b) Students use technology tools to process data
and report results.
Information Literacy Standard(s):
Standards 1, 2, 6, & 9
State Standards State Standard(s):
Students read to comprehend, interpret, and evaluate literature
from a variety of authors, cultures, and times.
CCSD Local
Standards: 5.3 - The student will analyze cultural aspects
evident in African writing. 5.4 – The student will interpret the
psychological motivations of characters in African literature. 5.5 –
The student will assess the ethics and values portrayed in African
literature.
Lesson
Prerequisite Skills
Same as previous lessons.
Teacher
Information/Situations/Setting/Time Time Frame: 3 days
(40-minute days)
Materials/resources:
Novel, Ch. 20-25
Study Guide questions
Quiz/journal questions:
(1) Why is
Okonkwo’s return to his fatherland a disappointment to
him?
(2) What about Mr. Brown allows him to find success
among the tribe? How does Mr. Smith differ?
(3) Why are
Okonkwo and five others summoned to see the District Commissioner?
How has this experience filled Okonkwo with both bitterness and
excitement?
(4) Consider the title of the District
Commissioner’s book: The Pacification of the Primitive Tribes of the
Lower Niger. What does this reveal about the colonialist’s
attitude?
Pre-lesson Preparation:
Read Ch. 20-25,
copies of Ch. 20-25 Study Guide questions, quiz/journal
questions
Assessment
Quality of discussion and answers to quiz/journal and study guide
questions
Student Activity/Tasks 1) Student-led
literature discussion
2) Quiz/journal writings
3) Study Guide
questions
Enrichment/Alternate Activity:
Cross-Curricular:
Technology
Requirements/Tools/Materials
Acknowledgements:
Additional Resources
Main
URL:
Related Lessons
Related Resources
Things
Fall Apart Study Guide Chapters 20-25
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Career Connection to Teaching with Technology
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Marshall Ransom, Project Manager
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