Unit 2 Point of View Information Literacy Lesson 16 Day 2

Unit 2

Point of View

Information Literacy

Lesson 16 Day 2

9th and 10th

Grade

Table
Talk

Response

Card

Think Pair

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Turn and

Talk

Whiteboard

Composition

Notes

MULTIPLE RESPONSE STRATEGIES

Teacher Facing

Do Now

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Read the text excerpt and determine the author’s point of view. Explain how you determined the author’s point of view.

After working hard for the past two months, the big day is finally here. It is
time for Alex to reveal his sculpture. He stood next to the art director with
his heart pounding, glancing anxiously at his parents and friends.

He caught a glimpse of the audience, and said to himself "There are so many people here”.

Learning Objective + DOL

Learning Objective:
SWBAT understand bias and perspective and will recognize bias in
writing or in a person’s argument.

DOL:
Given several text excerpts, the SW recognize bias in text and will
use their understanding of bias and perspective to explain their
reasoning correctly 4 out of 5 times to show mastery.

Understanding Bias and Perspective

What is your definition of bias and perspective?

Bias

Bias is the use of language to present a one-sided, and often unfair, description of something.

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Poll

As my own individual, do I have any bias perspectives?

• Yes, I do.

• No, I don't.

Perspective

Perspective is a way of thinking about and understanding something.

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Open Ended

What is your own perspective on your own biasness?

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Bias Video

Use the video to determine the point of view, bias and perspective. Record the information in the graphic organizer.

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Open Ended

How does biasness impact other people?

What is your perspective on the video?

Use the I'm White video to determine the point of view, bias and perspective. Record the information in the graphic organizer.

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Open Ended

Why is it important for a person to consider different perspectives and have a balanced view of others?

The Impact of the Video Detransitioning - Point of View

Does the video provide a fair representation of different viewpoints on the topic, or does it primarily focus on one perspective while ignoring others?

How might the target audience of the article influence the author's perspective or bias? Is the article tailored to appeal to a specific audience?

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Open Ended

Write a one paragraph response on your thoughts of Ryan's journey.