Knowing Your… · SHS1 Literature In English

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 1.3.1.LI.2 - Identify and explain the significance of the plot

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Define plot and identify the five main parts of a dramatic plot structure (exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution).
Sequence the events of a familiar Ghanaian film or drama series into the correct plot structure.
Explain how each part of the plot contributes to the development of the narrative and the overall meaning of a dramatic text.
Analyse how a change in one plot event would alter the meaning of a dramatic text.
Use academic language (e.g., “exposition”, “climax”, “resolution”) respectfully when discussing plot with peers in mixed-ability groups.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Drama (Strand 3)
Sub-strand: Knowing Your Dramatic Elements (3.1)
Content standard: 1.3.1.CS.1 - Demonstrate understanding of the dramatic techniques/elements in analysing varied texts. 1.3.1.LO.1 Discuss the contribution of plot to the meaning of dramatic texts. 1.3.1.LO.2 Discuss the contribution of setting in dramatic texts. 1.3.1.LO.3 Discuss Characterisation in dramatic texts.
Indicator: 1.3.1.LI.2 - Identify and explain the significance of the plot
Suggested placement: Semester 1, Week 17 (Week 17 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. 47

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Experiential Learning:

- Learners watch a popular film. In groups (mixed ability/gender) examine the structure of a plot using the film watched and how it contributes to the development of the narrative.

- Learners work in groups to develop skills of collaboration where they learn to understand others and be sensitive to their needs as teammates.

- Again, they will communicate using academic language ethically to avoid hurting the sensitivities of others.

Assessment (1.3.1.AS.2). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 1 Recall; Level 2 Skills of conceptual understanding.
Level 4 Extended critical thinking and reasoning: ;

Teaching and Learning Resources:
- T.V. drama series
- Varied level appropriate drama texts (mostly local)
- Films and skits online, etc