Culture: Day 5a
Do Now: Why do we tell stories? (4-5 sentences)
Critical Thinking Question: Why is it important to tell stories of our experiences? Why are there story tellers? What is the problem with stories and history? Why is story writing an important form of writing? What is your philosophy of writing and expressing yourself? Why do you tell stories?
Content: The History Makers - “Walter Hill comments on the importance of oral history “
Objective: To further understand the writing process and significance of telling stories. To develop your own philosophy as a story teller and writer.
Class Activities: View and discuss video, exchanging stories, writing about your philosophy.
Homework: Final (typed) draft of your essay due tomorrow.
Do Now: Why do we tell stories? (4-5 sentences)
Critical Thinking Question: Why is it important to tell stories of our experiences? Why are there story tellers? What is the problem with stories and history? Why is story writing an important form of writing? What is your philosophy of writing and expressing yourself? Why do you tell stories?
Content: The History Makers - “Walter Hill comments on the importance of oral history “
Objective: To further understand the writing process and significance of telling stories. To develop your own philosophy as a story teller and writer.
Class Activities: View and discuss video, exchanging stories, writing about your philosophy.
Homework: Final (typed) draft of your essay due tomorrow.
