Methodology online lesson

Exploring Cultural Narratives Through Literature
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This lesson contains 10 slides, with interactive quizzes, text slides and 1 video.

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Exploring Cultural Narratives Through Literature
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Learning outcomes
  • Read and analyze short stories or excerpts from literature.

  • Discuss and present cultural narratives.

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What are Cultural Narratives?
Definition: Cultural narratives are stories that reflect the values, beliefs, and experiences of a culture.

Importance: Understanding cultural narratives helps in comprehending cultural contexts and enhances language learning.

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Slide 4 - Video

Reading assignment
Write down anything 
Read the following short stories:
Harrison Bergeron by Kurt Vonnegut
https://www.tnellen.com/cybereng/harrison.html

The Necklace by Guy de Maupassant
https://www.eastoftheweb.com/short-stories/UBooks/Neck.shtml

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15:00

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Group analysis

Instruction: analyze the cultural narratives in your assigned story and write them down in the mindmap(next slide).

Key points to consider:
  • What cultural elements are present?
  • How do these elements influence the story?
  • What can we learn about the culture from this narrative?
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10:00

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What did you find?

Slide 7 - Mind map

Presentation
Instructions: Prepare and deliver a group presentation on your analysis.
Guidelines:
  • Structure: Introduction, analysis of cultural elements, conclusion.
  • Use visuals: Include images, quotes, and examples from the story.
  • Maximum of 5 minutes and a minimum of 3.


You will recieve formative feedback on your presentation.
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10:00

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Write a 200 word reflection on todays lesson.
(Add this to your journal)

Slide 9 - Open question

Summary and Key Takeaways
In this lesson you:
  • Read and analyzed short stories or excerpts from literature.

  • Discussed, presented and reflected on cultural narratives.



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