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Which subject	English
What topic	“Orientation” by Daniel Orozco
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 11
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Lesson Plan: "Orientation" by Daniel Orozco

Subject: English
Grade: 11
Duration: 30 minutes

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Objectives

• Analyze the themes and stylistic elements of the short story “Orientation”.
• Discuss the narrative structure and character development within the text.
• Enhance critical thinking and comprehension skills through guided questions.

Materials Needed

• Copies of “Orientation” by Daniel Orozco
• Whiteboard and markers
• Projector (if available)
• Notebooks for student responses

Lesson Outline

Introduction (5 minutes)

1. Greeting and Objective Overview
   • Briefly introduce the lesson objective regarding the analysis of the short story.
   • Engage the students with a question: "What do you expect from a story titled 'Orientation'?"

Reading Activity (10 minutes)

1. Silent Reading
   • Distribute copies of “Orientation.”
   • Allow students to read the text silently.

Group Discussion (10 minutes)

1. Guided Discussion Questions
   • What is the setting of the story? How does it affect the characters?
   • Identify any recurring themes. What message do you think Orozco is trying to convey?
   • Discuss the characterization of the narrator. How does their perspective shape your understanding of the story?

Conclusion (5 minutes)

1. Summarize Key Points
   • Ask students to share their thoughts on the main themes discussed and how they relate to their own experiences.
   • Reinforce the importance of narrative voice and perspective in storytelling.

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Homework Assignment

Tasks

1. Essay Prompt:

   • Write a 1-2 page essay analyzing the narrator's role in “Orientation.” Consider how Orozco uses the narrator to shape readers’ perceptions of the corporate environment.

2. Creative Task:

   • Create a visual representation (a drawing, infographic, or mind map) of the main themes present in the story. Include at least three themes with descriptions.

Correct Answers/Guidelines

1. Essay Guidelines:

   • Thesis Statement: Should clearly state the narrator's influence on the reader’s understanding.
   • Supporting Paragraphs: Use direct quotes from the text to support claims about character development and thematic elements.
   • Conclusion: Reflect on the broader implications of the narrator’s perspective in relation to workplace dynamics.

2. Visual Representation Guidelines:

   • Include clear labels for each theme.
   • Provide at least one example or quote from the story that illustrates each theme.
   • Be creative with the layout to effectively convey the themes' relationships.

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End of Lesson Plan