Katie Bronowicki

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Katie BronowickiPicture the SceneAmherst High
SchoolAmherst, N.Y. 14226Cooperating teacher
Pamela Fordham9th Grade EnglishSpring 2010
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Amherst High School

• Amherst High School
• 4301 Main Street
• Amherst, New York 14226
• This lesson was implemented at Amherst High
  School with 9th Grade English students.

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Background Information

• This lesson was prepared for a 9th Grade
  Inclusion English class made up of
• 17 students
• -11 females
• - 6 males
• Age range 14-15 years
• Student with a disability of Autism 1
• Student in ESL 1
• Student identified as an at-risk student1
• Students retained 2

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Purpose

• The purpose of this lesson is to
• -Teach students about sequels and
  prediction strategies using the book A Raisin in
  the Sun by Lorraine Hansberry.
• -Teach the students about specific
  concepts and themes within the play.
• - Allow students to connect concepts
  learned to new and creative outside
  associations as a way to promote further
  understandings.

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Time Frame

• This lesson will take place
• during two
• 40 minute periods.
• Students who do not complete the Sequel
  Scene activity in class will be able to finish
  it for homework.

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Objectives

• 1.0 The learners will be able to draw and color
  a sequel scene to the play A Raisin in the Sun.
• 2.0 The learners will be able to write a
  paraphrase, in 3-4 sentences to sum up their
  sequel scene.
• 3.0 The learners will be able to write a quote
  that they make up for one of the characters.
• 4.0 The learners will be able to write a quote
  interpretation based on their sequel scene.

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Essential Questions

• What events may have occurred if the play
  continued, or if A Raisin in the Sun II was
• created?
• Do dreams come true?
• What questions at the end of the play are left
  unanswered?

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Enduring Understanding

• -A story provides a snapshot into the times and
  events occurring, as the story is being
  told.
• - Predictions and opinions can be made throughout
  the reading of a story to increase comprehension
  and interest.

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Guiding Questions

• What is a sequel?
• How can sequels be used to convey an individuals
  opinion on the ending of a specific story?
• How can the development of sequel scenes identify
  unanswered questions within
• plots/events of other
  stories?

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Student Tasks

• - Participate in the completion of the pre and
  post tests
• - Complete the study guide for each Act of A
  Raisin in the Sun.
• -Take a test on Act III of A Raisin in the Sun.
• - Create a sequel scene picture, including the
  paraphrase and quote portions on a separate sheet
  of paper.

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New York State Learning Standards

• English Language Arts
• Level Commencement
• Grade Level 9
• Content Standard 1
• Key Idea Writing

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Pre-Assessment

• The pre-assessment required students to add
  information to a chart allowing them to
• -Summarize a specific scene from Act II of the
  play.
• -Define sequel and list examples
• -Write about how a specific scene could be
  changed if A Raisin in the Sun II was created.
• -Predict what will happen in Act III or write
  about what they would want to happen in Act III.

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Pre-Assessment Chart
How would the scene you wrote about be changed if A Raisin in the Sun II was created?
Willy never loses the money, and Walter is able to start his liquor store business. George is no longer a part of Beneathas life. He is not even a character in A Raisin in the Sun II.
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Pre-Assessment Results

• Distinguished (14-15) 2 students
• Proficient (12-13) 7 students
• Developing (9-11) 8 students
• Incomplete/Unsatisfactory (6-8) 0 students
• 2 students able to add one piece of information
  to each column of the chart.
• 7 students able to summarize a scene and
  predict, but may not have been able to add
  information to other columns.
• 8 students were not able to define sequel.
  These students were able to predict what might
  happen in Act III or what they would want to
  happen in Act III, but could not add information
  to the other columns.

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Post-Assessment

• The post-assessment was the exact same chart as
  the chart presented on the overhead during the
  pre-assessment
• -Summarize a specific scene from Act II of the
  play.
• -Define sequel and list examples
• -Write about how a specific scene could be
  changed if A Raisin in the Sun II was created.
• -Predict what will happen in Act III or write
  about what they would want to happen in Act III.

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Post-Assessment Chart
How would the scene you wrote about be changed or elaborated on if A Raisin in the Sun II was created?
Mrs. Johnson moves into Clybourne Park. Walter now becomes the boss because he gets his act together in A Raisin in the Sun II. There is no Green Hat now. Walter has stopped drinking.
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Post-Assessment Results

• Distinguished (14-15) 7 students
• Proficient (12-13) 8 students
• Developing (9-11) 3 students
• Incomplete/Unsatisfactory (6-8) 0 students
• 7 students able to add something new to each
  column of the chart.
• 8 students able to add something new to almost
  every section of the chart, with maybe 1 section
  missing.
• 3 students 3 students were able to add new
  information to only 2 or 3 sections.

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Summative Assessment Rubric
Content Matter Level 4 Level 3 Level 2 Level 1
All content information is accurate. Details and explicit examples from the play are provided. Some essential content information may be excluded. More details and examples are necessary. Barely any content information is displayed. Only 1 or 2 details and/or examples are included. Student needs to expand on his or her ideas to a greater degree. The student did not connect his or her sequel to the topic of concern. No details and/or examples are provided.
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Summative AssessmentTeacher Exemplar
Paraphrase Ruth had a baby boy. They moved into
their new house. Travis is a big help with the
new baby boy. Quote I am so glad I kept this
baby because Travis just loves having a baby
brother! Ruth Quote Interpretation Everything
has improved. Walter has stopped drinking. The
baby boy has been a nice addition.
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Summative AssessmentResults

• Distinguished (14-15) 8 students
• Proficient (12-13) 5 students
• Developing (9-11) 2 students
• Incomplete/Unsatisfactory (6-8) 2 students
• 8 students met all of the expectations colored
  scene 3-4 sentences.
• 5 students met most of the expectations they
  may not have fulfilled the sentence number
  requirements content errors.
• 2 students may not have colored their sequel
  scene1-2 sentences.
• 2 students failed to complete 1 or 2 portions of
  the assignment.

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Student WorkDistinguished
Paraphrase In Kellies sequel, Joseph
Asagai and Beneatha got married in Africa.
Beneatha became a doctor, and was able to embrace
her culture. Quote I am happy that I now
embrace my African culture. I am a doctor-
something that I have always wanted!
-Beneatha Quote Interpretation Kellie wrote that
Beneatha is happier because she is now a doctor
in Africa.
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Student WorkDistinguished Rubric Score

• Content/Subject Matter 4
• Attractiveness/Neatness 4
• Layout 4
• Mechanics 3
• Elements 4
• Comments 19/20
• Great job Kellie! I love your image! You used
  great detail in your paraphrase and quote
  interpretation. Keep up the good work!

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Student WorkProficient
Paraphrase Asia wrote about how Beneatha moved to
Africa with Asagai. They are proud of Beneathas
decision. Quote It is worth it to start a life
here with Asagai! I even work at a
hospital!-Beneatha Quote Interpretation Beneatha
is sad to leave her family, but wants to start
her own life. She has become the best doctor in
Africa.
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Student WorkProficient Rubric Score

• Content/Subject Matter 4
• Attractiveness/Neatness 4
• Layout 4
• Mechanics 2/3
• Elements 4
• Comments 18.5/20
• Great Asia! Your picture was very descriptive! I
  could tell you worked hard on this. Just remember
  to check over your writing before handing it in!

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Student WorkDeveloping
Paraphrase Drew wrote about how the Youngers
moved into their new house. Their house has a
yard where Mama can finally have her own garden.
Quote I finally was able to start my garden!
The plant from my old house is in the garden!
Mama Quote Interpretation Travis can be a kid
again, and Mama has the yard she has always
dreamed of!
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Student WorkDeveloping Rubric Score

• Content/Subject Matter 3.5
• Attractiveness/Neatness 3.5
• Layout 3
• Mechanics 2
• Elements 4
• Comments 16/20
• Good, Drew. You included all of the elements,
  but you had quite a few errors in your writing.
  Remember that you need to check over your writing
  before handing it in!

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Student WorkIncomplete/Unsatisfactory Rubric
Score
Paraphrase In Lamonts sequel, he wrote about how
Beneatha traveled to Africa by herself. Quote No
quote was provided. Quote Interpretation No
quote interpretation was provided.
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Student WorkIncomplete/Unsatisfactory

• Content/Subject Matter 2
• Attractiveness/Neatness 1
• Layout 1/2
• Mechanics 2
• Elements 1
• Comments 7.5/20
• Lamont, you are missing portions of the
  assignment. You did not include a quote or a
  quote interpretation. You also did not color in
  your picture or use a heading.

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Performance Indicators

• (j.)- Use charts, graphs, or diagrams to
  illustrate informational text
• (i)- Use paraphrase and quotation in order to
  communicate information

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Modification Table
Modification Task Specific Modification Rationale Benefits
Instructional Thorough and detailed modeling of the specific skill and/or activity. Students will be provided with a visual model (teacher exemplar) so that they can receive visual and aural instruction. Beneficial reference tool for students who are visual and aural learners. The students will know what is expected of them when they are provided a detailed model.
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Reflection

• This learning experience was developed to teach
  students about the play A Raisin in the Sun, the
  connections and relationships between the
  characters, and common themes and concepts in the
  book that represent significance.
• Overall, I am pleased with the results of the
  learning experience. The students took great
  interest in the summative assessment, as they
  were able to choose, draw, and color their own
  unique sequel scene.

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• Thank you to my peer review group and Mr. Arnold
  for providing me with positive comments and
  suggestions!
• Jessica Szyka
• Amanda Ferland
• Christina Newton
• Megan Day