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In the Pilot's Seat Lesson Plan

In the Pilot's Seat Lesson Plan

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In the Pilot's Seat

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Students examine a review of several of the new television series launching in the Fall 1999 season and interpret how a critic discusses the notion of 'repurposing' old shows. They work in small groups to create basic character sketches and setti

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6th - 12th

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English Language Arts

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Duration

1 hr

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Project-Based Learning

Year

1999

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