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| Which subject | English |
| What topic | Blackphish documentary |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 11 |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | |
| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Blackfish Documentary
Year/Grade 11
English
| Step Number | Step Title | Length (Minutes) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to the Documentary | 5 | Briefly introduce the Blackfish documentary, its themes, and background. Explain the importance of animal rights and marine conservation. |
| 2 | Viewing of Documentary Excerpts | 10 | Show selected excerpts from the Blackfish documentary. Encourage students to take notes during the viewing for later discussion. |
| 3 | Group Discussion | 5 | Facilitate a discussion about the documentary. Use guiding questions to prompt discussion and encourage students to share their thoughts and insights. |
| 4 | Activity: Printable Cards | 5 | Distribute printable cards to students. Instruct them to fill in reflections or responses regarding specific scenes or themes from the documentary. |
| 5 | Collect Cards | 3 | Randomly check students’ cards to assess understanding. Collect the cards for review; do not require students to present. |
| 6 | Conclusion and Homework | 2 | Summarize the lesson's key points. Assign homework related to the themes of the documentary, asking students to write a short reflection on their views of animal rights. |
This lesson plan meets the requirements set by the national curriculum for critical thinking and analysis, as well as understanding social issues. It fosters discussion and personal reflection, encouraging students to engage thoughtfully with diverse perspectives.
"Good morning, everyone! Today, we’re going to explore a powerful documentary titled 'Blackfish.' This film focuses on the captivity of orcas and raises important questions about animal rights and marine conservation. It challenges us to think critically about how animals are treated and the implications of keeping them in captivity for entertainment. As we watch, I want you to think about the themes that resonate with you and the messages the documentary aims to convey."
"Let's move on to the next part of our lesson. I’ll be showing you some selected excerpts from 'Blackfish.' While watching, I encourage you to take notes on key moments, themes, and any emotions you feel. Think about how the documentary makes you perceive the treatment of marine life. Ready? Let’s start the viewing."
"Okay, now that we’ve watched the excerpts, let’s discuss what we just saw. I have some guiding questions to help stimulate our conversation:
"Great discussion, everyone! Now, we’re going to do a quick activity. I’m handing out printable cards. On these cards, I’d like you to write down your reflections related to specific scenes or themes from the documentary. Think about the emotions you felt, any questions you might have, or how this changes your perspective on marine life and animal rights. You have five minutes to complete this."
"Time’s up! Thank you for your reflections. I’ll be coming around randomly to check your cards to gauge your understanding of the documentary’s themes. Don’t worry; this isn’t a presentation, so just let me take a look. I’ll collect them at the end for my review."
"As we wrap up today’s lesson, I want to summarize some of the key points we discussed about 'Blackfish' and its exploration of animal rights and the conservation of marine life. For your homework, I’d like you to write a short reflective piece discussing your views on animal rights and the impact of captivity on marine life, inspired by what we learned today. Think deeply about how the captivity of animals affects them and us as a society. Thank you for your participation today!"
| Question | Answer |
|-------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------|
| What were your initial reactions to the documentary? | |
| How do you think the captivity of orcas impacts their well-being? | |
| What message or theme stood out to you the most? | |
| What emotions did you feel while watching the documentary? | |
| How do you think society views animal rights in relation to marine life? | |
| In what ways do you think documentaries like 'Blackfish' can influence public perception? | |
| Why is it important to consider the implications of keeping orcas in captivity? | |
| What scenes from the documentary resonated with you the most? | |
| How can we advocate for better treatment of marine animals? | |
| What role do you think education plays in promoting animal rights? | |