Exploring Literary Themes

9ELA39 min

Learning Objective

I can identify a theme in a literary text and explain how it is developed through specific details.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

4 min

Guided Notes

8 min

Key concepts students will learn:

  • When analyzing literature, look for trends and patterns in theories, methods, and results to identify common approaches or theories.

  • Recurring concepts or questions across different sources can help you identify key themes in the literature.

  • Gaps in the literature can be identified by looking for weaknesses or areas where research is missing, such as specific populations or types of social media.

Practice

12 min

8 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Describe a recurring theme from the video's discussion of social media's impact on body image, and give an example of how this theme is developed through specific research findings mentioned in the video.

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