Struggling to get your learners to understand irony? Try out this video, which clarifies each type of irony before going into more depth on dramatic irony. The narrator relates this type of irony to both horror and comedy films and stresses that it builds tension that leads the action. The animation is cute and helps to demonstrate the concepts. Try out the provided assessment questions and supplementary information provided.

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english language arts

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Pros

• Explanation and demonstration of irony is clear
• The animation adds to the video and will help pupils understand the concepts
• Flip the lesson to add your own personal spin

Cons

• This video only elaborates on one type of irony

Common Core

RL.7.5 RL.8.5 RL.9-10.5 RL.11-12.5 L.7.5.a L.8.5.a L.9-10.5.a L.11-12.5.a