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Unit Plan For A Course On Banned Books For 11th And 12th Grade, Jonny Gherman
Unit Plan For A Course On Banned Books For 11th And 12th Grade, Jonny Gherman
English Capstone Projects
This lesson plan will teach high school students (11th-12th grade) what censorship is, why it is powerful, and what to do with it. Aligned with Pennsylvania State Standards, students will identify common themes between the two most popular genres of banned books (race & gender/sexuality). Through a series of activities, discussions, and a final project, students will practice close reading, critical thinking, and basic research skills.
Watch Your Language! A Foundational Course Exploring Language Of Gender And Sexuality, Raeann Risko
Watch Your Language! A Foundational Course Exploring Language Of Gender And Sexuality, Raeann Risko
Gender, Women's, and Sexuality Studies Summer Fellows
How do language and word choice influence the way people think about gender and sexuality? This question is addressed through a syllabus for an entry level college course, which includes suggested readings and activities along with explanations and advice for instructors. This course provides a foundation for understanding the power of language and the impact that the vocabulary used to describe people in relation to their gender and sexuality has. The purpose of the course is to offer an interactive guide for students to consider the many different ways that words may be used or misused, understood or misunderstood. This …