Beowulf and the Hero's Journey

January 29, 2016

E.Q: Evaluate Beowulf's process through the hero's journey.

Determine whether Beowulf is a hero, anti-hero, or villain.

Justify your reasoning. 

Obj: I can evaluate Beowulf's process through the hero's journey.

I can determine and justify Beowulf's status as a hero, anti-hero, or villain.

Starter:

Free Write Friday!!!

Please write a 1/2 page response about whatever topic your heart desires.

Times New Roman (12 point)

Double Spaced

Or....

Vocabulary: 

Word:	Hero
Definition:	a person, typically a man, who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities.
Part of Speech:	Noun
My Definition:
Context:
Activity:	Explain how Beowulf is a hero in one sentence.

Word:	Anti-hero
Definition:	a protagonist or notable figure who is conspicuously lacking in heroic qualities
Part of Speech:	Noun
My Definition:
Context:
Activity:	Who is an example of an anti-hero

Word:	Villain
Definition:	a character whose evil actions or motives are important to the plot.
Part of Speech:	Noun
My Definition:
Context:
Activity:	Who is an example of a villain?

Activity: 

1.  Independent Reading Check-In

Linked above is the instructions to the independent reading project which was assigned January 13.

Please fill out the sheet that I pass around, letting me know how it is going. 

2.  Beowulf 8-10 Review

Beowulf Link

As a class, we will discuss the charts that you filled out with your groups on Wednesday.

Remember, it is comparing the text to the graphic novel.

We will discuss

Setting

Characters

Plot

Conflict

Theme

Overall Impression

3.  Beowulf's Hero Journey

Individually, review the charts posted on the back wall of the room.

Which steps has Beowulf completed?

Which steps are left?

Analyze what this means about Beowulf's identity.

We will discuss as a class.

4.  TPEQEA

Determine whether Beowulf is a hero, anti-hero, or villain. 

Justify your reasoning with support from the text. 

Closure:

What is one question that you still might have about Book One of Beowulf, identity, or heroes?

Write your question down in your closure folder. 

Benchmark 1/28

January 28, 2016

E.Q: Demonstrate your understandings and application from last semester.

Obj; I can demonstrate my understandings through the first benchmark test.

Starter:

Recall three of your favorite TV shows, movies, or songs.

Write down the name, artist if applicable, and the theme.

What's the message?

Provide a short description that lead you to this conclusion.

Activity:

1.  Benchmark 1/28

Today you will take the first benchmark of the semester.

Answer all multiple choice, performance tasks, and free response questions.

You must get an 80% minimum.

Log in at usatestprep.

You must complete this by Tuesday, February 2.

2.  Independent Reading Project

If you finish early, use the remaining time to work on your independent reading project.

Closure:

How did you do on the Benchmark?

What is one strength and one weakness?

How can you work on these?

Beowulf 8-10

January 27, 2016

E.Q: Analyze how conflict creates theme. 

Obj: I can analyze how conflict creates theme. 

Starter: 

Think back to last week's reading of Beowulf.

Summarize sections 1-7 in a 5-7 response. 

Remember to include major people, places, events, etc.

Vocabulary:

Lit Word; Theme

Part of Speech: Noun

Dictionary Definition: the main subject that is being discussed or described in a piece of writing, a movie, etc.

Your Definition: 

Activity: Describe the theme of a book we read last semester.

Activity;

1. Read Beowulf 

Beowulf Link

Read chapters 8-10.

Discussion Questions 

Describe Grendel's characteristics.

Interpret what this demonstrates about his identity.

Describe Beowulf's characteristics. 

Interpret what this demonstrates about his identity.

Identify the conflict and evaluate the theme.

How did you come to the conclusion of this theme?

2.  The  Literary Element of Theme

Take Cornell Notes using the link posted above. 

Make sure to focus on the steps. 

3.  Gareth Hinds Beowulf Literature Circle

At your tables, read through Book One of the graphic novel.

Together, complete the Beowulf Comparison Chart.

This will allow you to organize your opinions on the different adaptations of Beowulf. 

Assign each other the roles below to help you work together.

The Orator
The Recorder
Literary Luminaries

Closure:

Predict what will happen in Book Two of Beowulf.  

Beowulf 3-7

January 21, 2016

E.Q: Analyze how conflict impacts identity.

Create a visual to support your understanding of the text.

Obj: I can analyze how conflict impacts identity.

I can create a visual to support my understanding of the text. 

Starter: 

Yesterday, we read the prologue- 2 of Beowulf.

What is one question that you have about the text or a related idea.

Write the question on a sheet of paper, so we can answer each other question.

Vocabulary:

Beowulf Vocabulary

This document has all of the vocabulary for this unit. 

Make sure to make a copy and place it in your folder.

Add the activities in the boxes provided.

Activity:

1. Read Beowulf

Beowulf Link

Read chapters 3-4.

Discussion Questions

1- How is Beowulf characterized?

2- How are the Geats characterized?

3- How do these characteristics shape the way we create their identities?

4-  Identify and describe the conflict.

2.  Partner Read

With a partner, read sections 6-7

At the end of each section, write a one-sentence summary.

As you read each section, create a visual to depict the text.

You may use storyboardthat or draw it by hand. 

You must have one cell per chapter.

Include dialogue where necessary.

3.  TPEQEA

In a TPEQEA paragraph respond to the prompt below:

Analyze how Beowulf's response to conflict helps create his identity. 

Make sure to use evidence from the poem. 

Place this in your assignments folder labeled Beowulf Pro-9 TPEQEA.

Complete for homework. 

Closure: 

In your opinion, is Beowulf a hero.

Justify your reasoning. 

Beowulf Pro-4

January 20, 2016

E.Q: Evaluate the stages of a hero's journey in Beowulf.

Analyze how the different stages impact a persons identity. 

Explain the different types of conflict.

Obj: I can evaluate the stages of a hero's journey in Beowulf.

I can analyze how the journey impacts identity. 

I can explain the different types of conflict.

Starter:

Who is your personal hero?

In a 1/2 page response, describe who your hero is and why they are your hero.

Vocabulary: 

Word:Conflict

Part of Speech: Noun

Dictionary Definition 1: a struggle for power, property, etc.
2: strong disagreement between people, groups, etc., that results in often angry argument

3: a difference that prevents agreement : disagreement between ideas, feelings, etc.

Your Definition:

Activity: Finish the sentence: A conflict in my life is ____________________ because _________________.

 

Word: Man vs. Man

Part of Speech: Noun 

Dictionary Definition: One character in the story has a problem with one or more of the other characters.

Your Definition: 

Activity: Give an example of a man vs man conflict.  

Word: Man vs. Self

Part of Speech: noun

Dictionary Definition: A character has trouble deciding what to do in a particular situation.

Your Definition: 

Activity: Give an example of man vs. self conflict.  

Word: Man vs. Nature

Part of Speech: Noun 

Dictionary Definition: A character has a problem with some natural happening: a snowstorm, an avalanche, the bitter cold, or any of the other elements common to nature.

Your Definition: 

Activity: Give an example of man vs. nature

 

Word: Man vs. Society

Part of Speech: Noun

Dictionary Definition: Character or group of characters fight against society, i.e. social norms and rules.

Your Definition; 

Activity: Give an example of man vs. society. 

Activity:

1.  Stages of Hero's Journey Presentations

  12 Stages of the Hero's Journey

Each table will be assigned 2-3 stages of the hero's journey.

Create a graphic chart to explain these two steps.

Please include:

Name of step

One sentence explanation of what happens.

Analysis of how it impacts identity.

An illustration to support explanation.

You will present this information to the class.

2.   Read Beowulf

Beowulf Link

Read Prologue- 4

Discussion Questions

Prologue- What is the purpose of this section?

1- How are the warriors characterized?

2-How is the villain characterized?
3- How is Beowulf characterized?

4- How are the Geats characterized?

5.  How do these characteristics shape the way we create their identities?

6.  Identify and describe the conflict.

3.  TPEQEA

In a TPEQEA paragraph respond to the prompt below:

Analyze how Beowulf's response to conflict helps create his identity. 

Make sure to use evidence from the poem. 

Place this in your assignments folder labeled Beowulf Pro-4 TPEQEA.

Complete for homework. 

Closure: 

Predict what will happen next. 

Identity of a Hero

January 19, 2016

E.Q: Evaluate the stages of a hero's journey.

Analyze how the different stages impact a persons identity. 

Obj: I can evaluate the stages of a hero's journey.

I can analyze how the journey impacts identity. 

Starter: 

Think back to Ms. Sawyer or Ms. Jones' class.

List as many steps of the hero's journey that you can remember. 

Hero's Journey Form

Vocabulary: 

Word: Hero

Part of Speech: Noun

Dictionary Definition: 

1 a :  a mythological or legendary figure often of divine descent endowed with great strength or ability

1. b :  an illustrious warriorc :  a man admired for his achievements and noble qualitiesd :  one who shows great courage
2. 2a :  the principal male character in a literary or dramatic workb :  the central figure in an event, period, or movement

Your Definition: 

Activity: Complete the sentence: 

A hero is ___________________. 

Activities:

1.  Hero Competition

What comes to mind when you think of a hero?

With your table generate words that you associate with heroes.

The table that comes up with the most unique words wins.

You May Include: 

Characteristics

Examples

2.  Hero Definition

Based on the previous activity, how would you define the term hero?

How does this compare to the Merriam-Webster definition?

 

3.  12 Stages of the Hero's Journey

Each table will be assigned 2-3 stages of the hero's journey.

Create a graphic chart to explain these two steps.

Please include:

Name of step

One sentence explanation of what happens.

Analysis of how it impacts identity.

An illustration to support explanation.

You will present this information to the class.

Closure: 

Reflect on the definitions of hero so far.

We have the Merriam-Webster and class definition.

How is your definition of hero the same or different?

Why do you think that is?

Labels and Identity Philosophical Chairs

January 15, 2016

E.Q: How is identity defined?

How is identity created?

What is your identity?

How do labels help/hurt identities.

Obj: Define identity and determine how it is created.

Analyze how labels create identities. 

Starter:

Free Write Friday

1/2 Page

Double-Spaced

Or Respond to This: 

Vocabulary:

Big Idea: Identity

Part of Speech: noun

Dictionary Definition: Who someone is.

Your Definition: 

Activity: Determine how we establish identity

Word: Label

Part of Speech: Noun

Dictionary Definition: a short word or phrase descriptive of a person, group, intellectual movement, etc.

Your Definition:

Activity: Determine how labels create identities.

Activity;

1.  Philosophical Chairs

TOPIC

The benefits in using labels to define identity outweigh the disadvantages. 

Today we will conduct a philosophical chairs seminar based on the big idea, identity.

Remember to reference the articles below to help formulate your opinion on the topic. 

Also, don't forget to ask your HOT questions. 

Sources

Defining Lives

(pg 577-581, Proposition 1-4)

Labels Shaping Identity

Marginalized Identities 

Self-Identity

Closure: 

Based on the information shared in the philosophical chairs, did your opinion change?

Why or why not?

Identity Philosophical Chair Prep

January 14, 2016

E.Q: How is identity defined?

How is identity created?

What is your identity?

Obj: Define identity and determine how it is created.

Starter: 

Reflect on yourself.

Describe your identity.

Really think about the question: Who are you?

(5 sentences)

Vocabulary:

Big Idea: Identity

Part of Speech: noun

Dictionary Definition: Who someone is.

Your Definition: 

Activity: Determine how we establish identity.

Activity:

1.  Philosophical Chairs Prep

TOPIC

The benefits in using labels to define identity outweigh the disadvantages. 

Tomorrow we will conduct a philosophical chairs seminar based on the big idea, identity.

Read TWO of the links below to help formulate your opinion on the topic. 

Sources

Defining Lives

(pg 577-581, Proposition 1-4)

Labels Shaping Identity

Marginalized Identities 

Self-Identity

As you read, make sure that you are taking Cornell Notes.
Your Cornell Notes should include Key Points, Questions, and a Summary. 

When you have read TWO articles, research the topic on your own.

Find one other article on your own and take notes. 

Make sure to list name and website.

2.  HOT Thinking Questions

Create at least 3 higher order thinking questions that you can ask during the seminar. 

Use the picture below to help with question stems. 

Closure:

In your personal opinion, do labels help or hurt us?

Explain.