Twelve Angry Men

Students will have a general understanding of jury delibera=
tions.
Students will learn that facts can be molded to fit the situa=
tion, and that truth is sometimes a matter of interpretation.
Students will come away knowing the general atmosphere of the
time; America's paranoia over communism.

Technology productivity tools
Technology communications tools
Technology problem solving and decision making with peers

Recognizes that accurate info is needed for intelligent decis
ion making.
Distinguish between fact, opinion, and point of view.
Identifies inaccurate and misleading information.
Integrates new info. into one's own knowledge.
Seeks info. related related to various dimensions of personal
well being such as career interests and community involvement.

Students will be able to understand the importance and relevance
of jury duty, not to mention its possible ramifications.

Students will learn not to accept circumstances on face
value which will make them more intelligent decision makers.

Students will write an essay comparing and contrasting two
characters.
Students will also write journals on truth and how truth can
be molded to serve the circumstance.
Students will write an essay on prejudice and discrimination.

We will read the entire play in class.
Small group and class discussion.
Video: New Version of Twelve Angry Men to look at diversity
and discrimination issues.
Video: Parts of Guilty By Suspicion starring Robert Deniro to
help students understand the anti-communist atmosphere of
the time.
Spreadsheet: Students will track their progress using Claris Works
spreadsheet.
Database: Students will track a character using CW database.
Acting: students will act out certain scenes from the play.

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Culturally sensitive leaders
Numeric Problem Solvers
Creative and Critical Thinkers
Information Managers