Modeling Reading and Analysis Processes with the Works of Edgar Allan Poe

"Explore reading strategies using the think-aloud process as students investigate connections between the life and writings of Edgar Allan Poe. The unit, which begins with an in-depth exploration of "The Raven," then moves students from a full-class reading of the poem to small-group readings of Poe's short stories ("The Black Cat," "Hop-Frog," "Masque of the Red Death," and "The Fall of the House of Usher"). The unit concludes with individual projects that explore the readings in more detail. Students have the opportunity to choose among the following [three] activities: write a narrative in Poe's style; design a sales brochure for the House of Usher; ...or investigate the author further by exploring biographical and background information in more detail. The lesson includes options for both students who need direct instruction and those who can explore with less structure."
Resource ID#: 31569 Type: Unit/Lesson Sequence
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Subject(s): English Language Arts
Grade Level(s): 8
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Computers for Students, Internet Connection, Speakers/Headphones
Instructional Time: 7 Hour(s)
Keywords: Poe, Edgar Allan Poe, The Raven, Masque of the Red Death, Black Cat, Hop-Frog, Fall of the House of Usher, poetry analysis, literary devices, reading strategies, think-aloud process, plot diagram, compare/contrast
Instructional Component Type(s): Unit/Lesson Sequence,  Assessment
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction, Structured Inquiry (Level 2)
Resource Collection: General Collection

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