Sun. 12/4—Membean practice due
Mon. 11/28 - Bring copies of Siddhartha if you have them (class set available)
Monday, November 28
LG: Understand political, geographical, and cultural features of Tibet that shape and influence its literary texts. ELAGSE9-10RL6: Analyze a particular point of view or cultural experience reflected in a work of literature from outside the United States, drawing on a wide reading of world literature. ELAGSE9-10W7: Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate;
synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation.
ELAGSE9-10W8: Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches effectively; assess the usefulness of each source in answering the research question;
integrate information into the text selectively to maintain the flow of ideas, avoiding plagiarism and following a standard format for citation.
- Opener: IAN ponder and respond: What do you know about the Himalaya and Tibet? Brainstorm questions for research about this region and people.
- Student-Led Work Session--
- Use ipads and research materials to explore the geographical, political, and cultural features of the Himalayas and Tibet (https://www.lonelyplanet.com/nepal)
- Fill in maps and discuss the Chinese occupation; analyze the flags and symbols associated with China & Tibet.
- Choose your topic: create your own flag, plan a trip to the Himalayas, or research the Yeti.
- Closer-Read the excerpt from Siddhartha and brainstorm teachings that can help the suffering of mankind (both little problems and major events like death).
LG: Understand religious features of Tibet that shape and influence its literary texts. ELAGSE9-10RL6: Analyze a particular point of view or cultural experience reflected in a work of literature from outside the United States, drawing on a wide reading of world literature. ELAGSE9-10W7: Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation.
- Opener: IAN ponder and respond: The Buddha’s teachings say that attachment is the cause of our suffering, because nothing lasts; everything (including us) is impermanent. Things change, fall apart, dissolve, decay; people change, grow old, and die. We all know the suffering of loss, or the bittersweet of good times coming to an end. But is it possible to enjoy something for the moment that it is there and not wish for more? Have you ever enjoyed something, and when it was over you were satisfied to let it go? Conversely, have you ever got what you really wanted, and then not actually enjoyed it as much as you thought you would?
- Student-Led Work Session--
- List the steps a physician takes when a patient comes seeking help; read the Four Noble Truths and connect to the steps a physician takes.
- Examine the 8-Fold Path and brainstorm dos and don’ts for each.
- Closer-Review the excerpt from Siddhartha and identify what motivated him on his quest, what he wanted to avoid, and what he wanted to achieve.
LG: Analyze cultural elements depicted in film, focusing on what is emphasized in this account. ELAGSE9-10RL6: Analyze a particular point of view or cultural experience reflected in a work of literature from outside the United States, drawing on a wide reading of world literature. ELAGSE9-10RI7: Analyze various accounts of a subject told in different mediums (e.g., a person’s life story in print and multimedia), determining which details are emphasized in each account.
- Opener: IAN ponder and respond: Imagine you started following the 8-Fold Path of Buddhism. How would it change your daily life?
- View The Cup. Take note of examples of Western and/or modern life.
- Closer: Discuss your immediate reactions to the film.
LG: Analyze cultural elements depicted in film, focusing on what is emphasized in this account. ELAGSE9-10RL6: Analyze a particular point of view or cultural experience reflected in a work of literature from outside the United States, drawing on a wide reading of world literature. ELAGSE9-10RI7: Analyze various accounts of a subject told in different mediums (e.g., a person’s life story in print and multimedia), determining which details are emphasized in each account.
- Opener—Viewing Quiz: review modern elements and basic plot diagram and brainstorm plot events from The Cup.
- Student work session:
- Finish viewing The Cup
- Fill in graphic organizer for character actions and motivations; revisit the Four Noble Truths and analyze their motivations according to Buddhist principles.
- Identify thematic topics for The Cup and write a theme statement
LG: Analyze cultural elements depicted in film, focusing on what is emphasized in this account and comparing with informational texts on similar topics. ELAGSE9-10RL6: Analyze a particular point of view or cultural experience reflected in a work of literature from outside the United States, drawing on a wide reading of world literature. ELAGSE9-10RI7: Analyze various accounts of a subject told in different mediums (e.g., a person’s life story in print and multimedia), determining which details are emphasized in each account.
- Brainstorm a mind map/web for what comprises culture; review the cultural elements from The Cup.
- Student work session:
- Read the Frontline interview with Adam Yauch of the Beastie Boys; respond based on your thematic connections to The Cup and your understanding of the culture and religion of Tibet.
- Complete the refugee handout “Packing to Go.”
- Generate questions and research refugee populations in the world today.
- Choose one of the case studies presented here. (Scroll down until you see "CONFLICT CASE STUDIES") Read the case study for a closer look at a refugee crisis.
- With a partner, conduct online research on the Syrian refugee crisis. Create a shared Google Doc by inviting both partners and [email protected]. Copy and paste this list of questions into your Google Doc (Helpful Hint: You'll have to right click in your document and select "paste without formatting"), then use the resources you find to respond to the following questions. Include URLs for each answer (as applicable):
- What factors should a society consider before accepting refugees into its country?
- If you were an internationally displaced person (IDP), what would you expect to find in a new country?
- What preparations does a nation need to take to prepare for the arrival of refugees?
- What potential problems could occur in a society as a result of accepting refugees?
- What rights does a refugee have in a new country?
- Which countries have accepted the largest numbers of Syrian refugees thus far?
- What are some contemporary arguments for and against granting asylum for refugees coming into the United States? Who has made those arguments? (Find quotations and cite your sources.)
- What is Georgia's stance on accepting Syrian refugees? Why does Georgia have this stance (what is the presented rationale)?
- Class discussion: Do you agree with Georgia's stance on accepting refugees? Why or why not?