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Which subject	Literature
What topic	Analysis of the The Goophered Grapevine Book by Charles W. Chesnutt
What length (min)	30
What age group	College
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Topic

Analysis of "The Goophered Grapevine" by Charles W. Chesnutt

Objectives

Analyze the themes and symbols in "The Goophered Grapevine".
Discuss the social and historical context of the story.
Develop critical thinking and analytical writing skills.
Foster group discussion and collaborative learning.

Grade/Age Group

College Level

Subject

Literature

Materials

Copies of "The Goophered Grapevine"
Whiteboard and markers
Projector (if needed for visual presentations)
Handouts with guided questions for analysis
Paper and pens for note-taking

Class Size

20 Students

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson plan aligns with the national standards for English Language Arts, focusing on reading comprehension, literary analysis, and critical thinking skills.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length (Minutes)	Details
1	Introduction	5	Introduce the author and the significance of "The Goophered Grapevine" in American literature. Discuss the concept of folk tales and their cultural impact.
2	Reading Activity	10	Instruct students to read selected excerpts from "The Goophered Grapevine" (or the entire text if time permits). Encourage them to annotate while reading.
3	Group Discussion	10	Divide students into small groups (4-5 per group) and provide them with guided questions to discuss the text's themes, symbols, and characters.
4	Class Reflection	3	Regroup and have a class discussion where each group shares key insights from their discussions. Summarize the main points on the whiteboard.
5	Homework Assignment	2	Assign students to write a reflective essay analyzing a key theme or symbol in "The Goophered Grapevine." Provide a clear rubric for assessment.

Homework

Write a 1-2 page reflective essay analyzing one of the key themes or symbols in "The Goophered Grapevine."
Submission through the Learning Management System (LMS) before the next class without presentations.

Assessment

Participation in group discussions (informal assessment).
Evaluation of the reflective essay based on the provided rubric.

Additional Notes

Respect for diverse opinions should be encouraged during class discussions.
Consideration of the historical context of the narrative is crucial for deeper understanding.

This lesson plan adheres to the educational standards for analyzing literature and promotes critical engagement with the text.