28.2.11

Monday, February 28th - Period 3

Culture: Day 1a

Do Now: In your day to day life, when are times that you interact with people from different cultures?

Critical Thinking Question: What is culture?  Does culture separate or connect us? What role did culture play in the violence at South Philadelphia High School last year? How do different cultural communities communicate with each other? How do cultural differences affect relationships in Philadelphia?

Content: “Volleyball and Culture” and “Southern HS” videos from class website, “Federal Complaint” Inquirer article

Objective: To develop an inquiry about race, gender, and class as it relates to culture.  To develop some interest and curiosity in culture and cultural differences.  

Class Activities: Viewing videos, Text rendering of article, Inquiry Questions about

Homework: Are you comfortable talking about race and culture?  Why or why not?
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