Defying Stereotypes In Drama and Beyond
Defying Stereotypes What is a stereotype? Definition: Stereotype: n. something agreeing with a pattern; esp: an idea that many people have about a thing or a group and that may often be untrue or only partly true The Merriam-Webster Dictionary Synonyms: conventionalize, methodize, pigeon-hole, define, standardize, prejudge, normalize, catalogue, institutionalize Monday, September 14, 2015
Defying Stereotypes Brainstorm a list of stereotypes Consider your life experiences, as well as what you have observed from books, movies, current events, travel etc. Monday, September 14, 2015
Examples of Stereotypes Monday, September 14, 2015
Defying Stereotypes In Drama and Beyond
Examples of Stereotypes from ABC News #ILookLikeAnEngineer Campaign Battles Stereotypes Yoga Expert Breaks Down What It Means to Be Fit 'Like a Girl' Viral Video Strikes a Chord With Young Women Complete the DEFYING STEREOTYPES CURRENT ISSUES VIEWING GUIDE while watching:DEFYING STEREOTYPES CURRENT ISSUES VIEWING GUIDE Tuesday, September 15, 2015
Defying Stereotypes In Drama and Beyond
“Just Because” Poems Defy Stereotypes You will write a poem based on stereotypes of your own, personal identity. Your goal is to debunk the stereotypes by stating positive traits about yourself. Wednesday, September 16, 2015
Defying Stereotypes In Drama and Beyond Please have out your poem and brainstorming!
“Just Because” Poems Defying Stereotypes: Malcolm Mitchell and Not Your Stereotypical CheerleadersMalcolm Mitchell Cheerleaders Mrs. Baker’s “Just Because” Poem“Just Because” Complete today’s Checklist (see the flip chart) Be prepared to formally (in writing, independently, for a grade) respond to the 3 Essential Questions tomorrow Thursday, September 18, 2015
Defying Stereotypes In Drama and Beyond Please have out a sheet of notebook paper and a pencil!
Response to Essential Questions: As thoroughly as possible, respond (in complete sentences) to the following: Explain how at least two core character words of the Wildcat Way connect with our study of stereotypes. Perseverance, Humility, Moral Courage, Fairness, Integrity, Empathy, Compassion, Trustworthiness 4 points Explain how defining, acknowledging, confronting and understanding stereotypes connects to our daily lives. 3 points Explain how an understanding of a variety of stereotypes assists an actor in impactful character portrayals. 3 points GRADED RESPONSE: 10 OF 100 POINTS Friday, September 18, 2015
“Just Because” Poems Continue with the Checklist FOR RECORDING: Get a headset. Red cable plugs into MIC, White cable plugs into HEADPHONES Use FIREFOX or CHROME!