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Abstract
In this unit, students will view the film Heart of Darkness and
gain an understanding of Achebe’s feelings regarding this film as
being racist as explained in his essay “An Image of Africa: Racism
in Conrad’s Heart of Darkness.”
Lesson fundamental understandings:
Essential
Questions: Students will understand the evidence in
the film that Achebe views as racist and be able to articulate that
evidence to the class in the form of a debate
Standards
National Standards National
Standard(s): Students develop an understanding of and respect
for diversity in language use, patterns, and dialects across
cultures, ethnic groups, geographic regions, and social roles.
Technology Standard(s): 3a) Students use technology tools
to enhance learning, increase productivity, and promote creativity.
3b) Students use productivity tools to collaborate in constructing
technology-enhanced models, prepare publications, and produce other
creative works. 5b) Students use technology tools to process data
and report results.
Information Literacy Standard(s):
Standards 1, 2, 5, 6, & 9
State Standards State Standard(s):
Students read to comprehend, interpret, and evaluate literature
from a variety of authors, cultures, and times.
CCSD Local
Standards: 5.3 - The student will analyze cultural aspects
evident in African writing. 5.4 – The student will interpret the
psychological motivations of characters in African literature. 5.5 –
The student will assess the ethics and values portrayed in African
literature.
Lesson
Prerequisite Skills
Same as previous lessons.
Teacher
Information/Situations/Setting/Time Time Frame: 3 days
(40-minute days)
Materials/resources:
Heart of
Darkness film, copies of essay, debate format, video recorder
Pre-lesson Preparation:
Film, copies of essay, copy
of debate format, bring video recorder
Assessment
Presentation of evidence from film to support or deny Achebe’s
assertions found in his essay.
Student Activity/Tasks 1) Viewing
film
2) Reviewing of essay
3) Preparation for debate
4)
Debate
5) Viewing and discussion about strengths and weaknesses
of debate
Enrichment/Alternate Activity:
Cross-Curricular:
Technology
Requirements/Tools/Materials
Video recorder to video debate
Acknowledgements:
Additional Resources
Main
URL:
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