Discovering the West and East Orientations

• Secondary Education

Discovering the West and East Orientations

Discovering the West and East Orientations

What do you already know about the West and East orientations?

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to understand the significance of the West and East orientations in different cultures.

Introduction to Батыс және шығыс өркениеті

Батыс және шығыс өркениеті refers to the West and East orientations in Kazakh culture. These orientations hold cultural, religious, and historical significance.

Cultural Significance of Батыс және шығыс өркениеті

The West is associated with the setting sun, symbolizing completion and endings, while the East represents the rising sun, signifying new beginnings and birth.

Historical References

In historical contexts, the West and East orientations have influenced trade routes, conquests, and cultural exchanges, shaping the dynamics of civilizations.

Comparative Analysis

Compare the West and East orientations in Kazakh culture with other cultures around the world to understand the universal significance of these orientations.

Interactive Activity: Mapping Orientations

Provide maps and ask students to identify significant landmarks or cultural elements associated with the West and East orientations in different regions.

Contemporary Relevance

Explore how the West and East orientations continue to influence modern society, including architecture, urban planning, and cultural practices.

Reflection and Discussion

Reflect on the insights gained about the West and East orientations and engage in a discussion about the broader implications of understanding cultural orientations.

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.