Learning Targets
I can summarize and justify my views on a topic. (SL 9-10.1)
Compelling Question Brainstorm
In society, people measure “being grown up” in different ways. Some activities are defined by age (driver’s license, voting, etc.). Others are defined by experience (falling in love, graduating high school, etc.). Some believe being “grown up” is a mindset that the very young can possess and older people never gain. Based on readings and personal experience, we will each answer the following question:
What does it mean to be “grown up?”
Begin exploring this question by reflecting on your own experiences and beliefs. Use a circle map. Place "grown up" in the center circle. Then, brainstorm what ever words and phrases that you associate with being "grown up" in the larger circle. Place your sources (or how you know these things) in the outside box.
What does it mean to be “grown up?”
Begin exploring this question by reflecting on your own experiences and beliefs. Use a circle map. Place "grown up" in the center circle. Then, brainstorm what ever words and phrases that you associate with being "grown up" in the larger circle. Place your sources (or how you know these things) in the outside box.
3 Corners Debate |
Decide whether your experiences show that "growing up" is mainly related to aging, events, or personal choices. Then, move to the sign in the room that correlates with your thoughts.
Take 5-10 minutes to discuss with the other students in your corner why you think your argument is valid. Use the Padlet to build your case. Appoint one student to be the speaker in your group. After each group has made their argument, you may change your "corner" if one group's argument made your thinking change. |
Document your Personal Perspective |
Use the Evidence sheet to document your initial thoughts about what it means to "grow up."
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