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What topic	Discrimination
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Lesson Plan: Discrimination

Subject: English
Grade Level: 9
Duration: 30 minutes
Topic: Discrimination

Lesson Objectives

By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:

1. Understand the concept of discrimination and its various forms.
2. Discuss examples of discrimination in society.
3. Evaluate the impact of discrimination on individuals and communities.
4. Express their thoughts on discrimination through a creative writing exercise.

Materials Needed

• Whiteboard and markers
• Handouts with definitions and examples of discrimination (including race, gender, age, and disability discrimination)
• Video clip illustrating discrimination (optional)
• Paper and pens for writing
• Projector (if using a video)

Lesson Outline

Introduction (5 minutes)

• Begin the lesson by asking students what they understand by the term "discrimination."
• Write responses on the board.
• Introduce the formal definition of discrimination.

Discussion (10 minutes)

• What is Discrimination?

  • Define discrimination.
  • Discuss the various types of discrimination: racial, gender, age, and disability.

• Examples of Discrimination:

  • Share examples from history and current events. Encourage students to think of personal experiences or societal issues.

• Impact of Discrimination:

  • Facilitate a discussion on how discrimination affects individuals and communities. Ask questions like:
    • How does discrimination make people feel?
    • What are the long-term effects on society?

Activity (10 minutes)

• Creative Writing Exercise:
  • Ask students to write a short paragraph reflecting on a time they witnessed or experienced discrimination, or create a fictional scenario involving discrimination.
  • Encourage them to consider the emotions involved and the impact on the persons involved.

Conclusion (5 minutes)

• Invite a few students to share their reflections or paragraphs.
• Summarize the key points discussed in the lesson.

Homework Assignment

Tasks

1. Write a 500-word essay on one of the following prompts:

   • "The impact of discrimination on society."
   • "Ways to combat discrimination in our community."
   • "Personal reflection on an experience related to discrimination."

2. Create a poster that raises awareness about a specific type of discrimination.

Correct Answers & Evaluation Criteria

• Essays will be evaluated based on clarity, understanding of the topic, depth of analysis, and writing style.
• Posters should effectively communicate the message, include relevant facts or statistics, and be visually appealing.

Additional Resources

• Links to articles or videos about discrimination.
• Information on local organizations that combat discrimination for further exploration.

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Note to Teacher

Encourage students to think critically and empathetically during this lesson. The topic of discrimination can evoke strong emotions, so create a safe environment for open discussion.