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Which subject	English
What topic	The great Gatsby
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 11
Class size	20
What curriculum
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Add group activities
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Number of slides	5
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Lesson plan

Topic

The Great Gatsby

Objectives

To analyze the key themes present in "The Great Gatsby."
To explore the character development of Jay Gatsby and Daisy Buchanan.
To discuss the historical context of the novel, particularly the Roaring Twenties.
To enhance critical thinking and interpretive skills through group discussion.

Materials

Copies of "The Great Gatsby" (1 per student)
Projector and screen for visual presentations
Handouts summarizing key themes and character profiles
Whiteboard and markers
Sticky notes for group activities

Grade/Age Group

Year/Grade 11

Subject

English

Class Size

20 students

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length (minutes)	Details
1	Introduction	5	Brief overview of "The Great Gatsby" and its significance. Present key themes.
2	Character Exploration	10	Discuss the main characters (Gatsby, Daisy, Tom) and how their traits influence the story. Use handouts for reference.
3	Group Discussion	10	In groups, students analyze a specific theme (e.g., the American Dream, social class) and how it relates to the characters. Use sticky notes for key points.
4	Class Discussion	5	Bring groups together to share insights from their discussions, summarizing the key points raised.
5	Recap and Homework	5	Summarize the lesson. Assign homework: write a short essay on one character's motivation. Collect previous homework for feedback without presentation.

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the national curriculum by encouraging students to engage with literature critically, develop interpretative skills, and understand historical contexts. It fosters collaborative learning through discussions and group work.

Homework

Write a 300-word essay on the motivations of one character in "The Great Gatsby." The essay should include references to the text and should be submitted in the following class. Previous homework will be feedbacked individually.