SHS3 Literature In English · Semester 1 Week 19: Appreciation

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 3.3.2.LI.2 - Use tools of appreciation and dramatic elements in analysing varied texts

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify and classify the tools of appreciation (plot, character, dialogue, setting, theme, spectacle) and dramatic elements (tension, conflict, mood, atmosphere, dramatic irony) in a given drama text.
Arrange dramatic elements and tools in a Diamond Nine ranking to show their relative importance in a selected scene or play.
Analyse a selected Ghanaian drama text using at least four tools of appreciation and three dramatic elements, supporting each point with textual evidence.
Work collaboratively in mixed-ability groups to produce a short seminar paper and present findings on an assigned drama text.
Evaluate a peer group’s analysis by giving constructive feedback that identifies strengths and suggests improvements.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Drama (Strand 3)
Sub-strand: Appreciation (3.2)
Content standard: 3.3.2.CS.1 - Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of tools of appreciation in analysing varied dramatic texts. 3.3.2.LO.1 Use dramatic tools in appreciating varied dramatic texts
Indicator: 3.3.2.LI.2 - Use tools of appreciation and dramatic elements in analysing varied texts
Suggested placement: Semester 1, Week 19 (Week 19 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: NaCCA curriculum document, p. 141

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Diamond Nine:

- Using diamond nine, discuss the dramatic elements with examples from a text.

- In mixed-ability groups analyse a text using tools of appreciation and dramatic elements. Present answers as seminar papers to the class. Independently analyse a text using tools of appreciation and dramatic elements.

- Learners develop empathy, respect and critical thinking skills, take leading roles to work with others and lend support to one another in group work.

Assessment (3.3.2.AS.2). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 3 Strategic reasoning; Level 4 Extended critical thinking and reasoning.

Teaching and Learning Resources:
- 3D Living pictures
- Action clip
- Film and skits online/internet
- Varied level appropriate drama texts (both local and foreign)