American Dream Seminar

October 18, 2018

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.11-12.1

Initiate and participate effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grades 11-12 topics, texts, and issues, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.

EQ: Analyze whether or not the American Dream is real.

Starter: 
Fill in the point sentence based on your ideas.The American dream is _______________ because __________________.
Then, create at least ONE open ended question to ask during the seminar. 
Vocabulary: Word:American Dream Part of Speech: NounDictionary Definition: the ideal that every US citizen should have an equal opportunity to achieve success and prosperity through hard work, determination, and initiative.Your Definition: Activity: What is your reaction to the graphic posted above?
Activity
1.  American Dream Socratic Seminar 
Is the American Dream Real- John Green

Topic:Evaluate the current status of the American Dream.Draw conclusions as to whether it is dead or alive. 

Socratic Seminar Rubric and Peer Evaluation

Closure: Reflect on the quality of the seminar.What were the most successful and frustrating parts of the discussion?Explain whether or not your opinion has shifted.