Discovering Marilyn Monroe: Unveiling the Life of an Icon

Discovering Marilyn Monroe: Unveiling the Life of an Icon

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will have a deeper understanding of Marilyn Monroe's life and contributions.

What do you already know about Marilyn Monroe?

Slide 1: Early Life

Explore Marilyn Monroe's early life, including her birth name, birth date, and her childhood experiences.

Slide 2: Career Beginnings

Discover Monroe's early career in modeling and her transition into the world of acting.

Slide 3: Iconic Roles

Explore Monroe's most famous films, such as 'Some Like It Hot' and 'Gentlemen Prefer Blondes'.

Slide 4: Personal Life

Delve into Monroe's personal life, including her marriages, relationships, and struggles.

Slide 5: Cultural Impact

Examine the lasting cultural impact of Marilyn Monroe, including her influence on fashion and popular culture.

Slide 6: Misconceptions

Address common misconceptions about Marilyn Monroe and separate fact from fiction.

Slide 7: Enduring Legacy

Explore how Marilyn Monroe's legacy continues to influence the entertainment industry today.

Slide 8: Reflection

Reflect on what you have learned about Marilyn Monroe and share your thoughts or questions.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.