Course Code: ENG 2P1
Unit 4: ISU (Independent Study Unit)
/Literature Circle Novel
Big Ideas:
1. Thoughtful creative efforts develop one’s critical thinking and writing capacities.
2. The study of literature helps us to reflect on societal norms.
3. The analysis of literary devices is important for developing a reader’s understanding of a
text.
Knowledge (I will know):
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Unit Learning Goals
Do (I will be able to):
response structure
literary terminology
the similarities and differences between
an analytic medium and a creative
medium
Formative:
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role preparation (literature circle approach)
novel discussion in small group format
class novel study from earlier in course
Summative:
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role presentation
written response
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explain significance of literary elements
make connections between novel and
one's life
apply connections between literary
components through a chosen medium