Lesson Plan

Introducing the Performance Task Prompt and Beginning a Visual Representation

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What exactly is a visual representation? Scholars use a think-pair-share to answer questions and record their information on anchor charts. Next, they use what they've learned to create visual representations of their position papers on the best food chain in Michael Pollan's The Omnivore's Dilemma.

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • Share charts and graphs as real-life examples of visual representations
Classroom Considerations
  • Lesson four of six from the consecutive Grade 8 ELA Module 4, Unit 3 series
  • In advance, prepare a photocopy of each student's first draft 
  • Requires chart paper and markers
Pros
  • Includes teaching notes to guide the lesson
  • Provides strategies for meeting the needs of all learners
Cons
  • None
Common Core