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.