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Subject: Satire in Literature |
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Title-
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| Satire in literature as seen in Art Spiegelman's seminal graphic novel, Maus: A Survivor's Tale |
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Background-
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| In order to better understand Juvenalian satire, and to explore said form of satire in an unorthodox literacy, students will |
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Expected Outcome Of This Lesson Plan-
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1. Students will understand the terminology that will prove essential for the understanding and participating in a relevant discussion of a graphic novel.
2. Students will understand how Maus fits into a satirical cannon.
3. Students will feel confident in their ability to read and understand Maus in a context that is appropriate for upper-level college students.
4. Students will be able to make appropriate and insightful comparisons and contrasts to their base of prior knowledge and life experiences. |
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Teacher Objectives-
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1. Students will develop a keen understanding of graphic novels and their place in legitimate literature.
2. Students will develop a keen understanding of how the graphic novel Maus can be deemed a satirical.
3. Students will be able to engage in thoughtful conversation regarding satirical graphic novels. |
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Resources-
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| Powerpoint presentation, crossword puzzle, The Complete Maus. |
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Teaching Methods-
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1. Lesson Introduction-
1. Students will be introduced to a graphic novel and its use of satire via Maus.
2. Students will receive a lesson on the terminology important to understanding the novel
3. Students will be given a brief overview of the author and his work. |
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2. Lesson Progression-
1. Via a powerpoint presentation, the professor will give a lesson on the needed terms for successful understanding of the book.
2. Via a powerpoint presentation with a link to the author's personal website, the professor will give a brief overview of the author and his work.
3. Via a powerpoint presentation, the professor will be explain in depth how Maus can be deemed a satirical work. |
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3. Guided Practice-
1. Students will be asked to answer questions throughout the lesson, based on the material. Students who participate will be rewarded with a piece of chocolate.
2. After the lesson, students will be given an opportunity to discuss their reflections in small groups by answering a question dealing in the material. Each small group of 2-4 students will be given a different question. Students will hand in a written account of their discussion at the end of class.
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4. Student Practice-
1. Students will review the lesson online, on the class website, after the session in order to review the material covered.
2. Students will complete a crossword puzzle in order to demonstrate an understanding of the vocabulary and terminology presented during the class' session. |
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5. Learner Accommodations-
1. The lesson will be made available online for students to review as their own leisure and/or to print for future reference.
2. An audio recording of the lesson will be made available to students via email, upon request. |
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6. Assessment-
1. Students will be encouraged to complete a crossword puzzle that utilizes the vocabulary and terminology given in the lesson.
2. In two class sessions, students will be required to submit a 2-page response paper which will be graded for both content and overall grasp of the material.
3. Students are encouraged to leave feedback and/or questions on the class website.
4. Students' overall understanding will be tested at the end of the semester via a final, objective examination.
5. Students will have the opportunity to write their (mandatory) final, seminar length paper on the lesson presented. |
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7. Lesson Closure-
1. Students will be given time to discuss the lesson by answering a given question in a small group. Students will be expected to record and hand in their group's discussion.
2. Students will be given the opportunity to discuss and work through any lingering questions with the professor via an open discussion. |
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Measuring Student Progress-
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1. Students who participate in the class discussion will be given a fun-sized piece of chocolate, however, students who participate in a manner that the professor deems extraordinary (ex: with a creative perspective or in a very in-depth analysis) will be rewarded with a larger piece of candy.
2. Students will be evaluated by a written reflection paper, to be submitted in 2 class sessions' time.
3. Students will be evaluated on the understanding of the material via a final examination at the end of the semester.
4. Students will have the opportunity to write their (mandatory) final, seminar length paper on the lesson presented. |
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