1. George Orwell‘s 1984 by Fabienne Cherrez and Maja Krecov

2. George Orwell‘s 1984Level: Advanced (Matura class) Lessons: 17 lessons (3 double lessons) LessonAims Content Procedure Method Material required Homework 1To introduce a new topic & to awaken the Ss’ interest To get a general overview of Oceania and its inhabitants -T writes the word “freedoms” on the bb. In class, Ss develop a mind-map -Ss (individually) fill in the Anticipation Guide about “freedoms”, then debate in class - In class: read the first chapter, answer basic wh-questions and discuss the issue of freedom Handout “Anticipation Guide” Read part 1, chapters 2 & 3

3. LessonAims Content Procedure Method Material required Homework 2Ss can check their understanding of the first chapters Ss understand the role of Big Brother and the mottos of the Party - Ss answer true / false statements about what they have read. False statements have to be corrected. - Listen to the song “I’ll be watching you” recorded by Sting Handout with statements Handout with lyrics Read part 1, chapters 4 & 5 and the appendix George Orwell‘s 1984

4. LessonAims Content Procedure Method Material required Homework 3Ss know the concept of Newspeak and understand the necessity of creating a new language Ss develop their own opinions about the Two Minutes Hate -Talk about the purpose of Newspeak, Ss write a short entry into a diary where they explain their general thoughts about the new language - Individually: do a newspeak challenge, the fastest student will be awarded -Writing task in pairs: You have just returned after taking part in the Two Minutes Hate. Write a short dialogue and perform it in front of the class. Crossword No homework

5. George Orwell‘s 1984 LessonAims Content Procedure Method Material required Homework 4 Ss are able to read and work silently on their own Ss can improve their speaking skills, especially fluency and pronunciation -Ss have time to read chapters 6, 7 and 8 (or listen to it) and elaborate 3 questions which will be posted on the online platform. - While students are reading silently, T works with small groups to let them read aloud and correct them where necessary Finish reading part 1, chapters 6, 7 & 8 Post 3 questions on the platform and answer 3 questions

6. George Orwell‘s 1984 LessonAims Content Procedure Method Home work 5 & 6 Ss will understand the time period portrayed in the novel Ss are able to put the information found on the internet in a wiki - Discussion of most important / most controversial / most difficult questions in class -Web quest and wiki T writes the first paragraph in a new wiki with different topics to be worked on. Ss have to search information and continue the wiki in order to have a general overview of the political context at the end (T could also provide handouts with information which must be summarized) Topics: Totalitarianism and its dangers, utopia and dystopia, Stalin and Trotsky and the geography of that time Read part 2, chapters 1, 2 & 3 Focus on the characters

7. George Orwell‘s 1984 LessonAims Content Procedure Method Material required Homework 7 They understand the difference in the protagonists’ attitude towards the Party -Ss understand the relationship between the two protagonists They understand why love is a disadvantage for the Party - Jigsaw group work: Ss work on text excerpts, and answer questions concerning their specific topic (either Winston, Julia or their relationship). Afterwards, groups are mixed and the information is exchanged. Final discussion in class. - Final thoughts about the purpose of marriage and the disadvantages of love for the Party Handout about Winston, Julia and their relationship Read part 2, chapters 4, 5 & 6

8. George Orwell‘s 1984 LessonAims Content Procedure Method Material required Homework 8 Ss understand the symbolic significance of the clock, the songs and the nursery rhyme In pairs: Ss answers comprehension questions concerning the three main topics. Topics to be worked on: the clock and its significance, the song which the prole woman sings, the nursery rhyme about the bells Handout with comprehension questions Read part 2, chapters 7,8

9. George Orwell‘s 1984 LessonAims Content Procedure Method Material required Homework 9 Ss develop their writing skills and put themselves in O’Brien’s position -After rereading chapter 8 individually in class, their task is to write an interior monologue from O’Brien’s point of view - Some of the monologues will be read in class Read part 2, chapter 9

10. George Orwell‘s 1984 LessonAims Content Procedure Method Material required Homework 10 Listening activity to enhance Ss’ listening skills Ss use their imagination - Ss listen to part 2 / chapter X and answer questions, discuss it in class - Ss speculate about how the story might go on http://archive.o rg/ details/George- Orwell-1984- Audio-book Handout with comprehension questions Read part 3, chapter 1, 2 & 3 and answer comprehension questions

11. George Orwell‘s 1984 LessonAims Content Procedure Method Material required Homework 11 & 12 The topic is personalized (their experiences) Ss see that the novel 1984 reflects themes that are still of interest, connection to the world outside -Discuss the comprehension questions - In class: debate the terms “violence” and “torture”, the Ss’ attitude towards torture, their experience from childhood (animals) - Amnesty International: Ss read a current article about torture. And/or watch a video on CNN or another news channel about a current case of torture Read part 3, chapter 4, 5 & 6

12. George Orwell‘s 1984 LessonAims Content Procedure Method Material required Homework 13 Ss learn to express their personal opinion Ss analyze the characters of Mr Charrington and O’Brien Wrapping up -T write on the bb: “He loved Big Brother”. T collects Ss’ reactions about the ending, if it met their expectations, why/ why not -Discuss the role of Mr Charrington and O’Brien in the betrayal - Ss can rewrite O’Brien’s monologues (session 9) Handout with questions about Mr Charrington and O’Brien Read part 2, chapter 9

13. George Orwell‘s 1984 LessonAims Content Procedure Method Material required Homework 14 & 15 To watch a cinematographic production and compare it to the novel -Ss have to mention what they would focus on in a film production and which elements from the novel they would not include - Watch a video production of 1984 (either without any additional task or Ss have to think about difference between the novel and the film, if scenes were left out or chanced, they can compare it to their suggestions) Film production of 1984 Read part 2, chapters 7,8

14. George Orwell‘s 1984 16 & 17 Writing an essay about 1984 Possible topics: -The Lack of Privacy and The Effect of No Individuals - The Role and Representation of Women in 1984 LessonAims Content Procedure Method Material required Homework