Crucible Connections

Materials and Resources

Research and References:

• Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences: Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences refutes the methods of traditional pedagogy, which base instruction and assessment on one or two styles, and stands in defense of the students whose learning styles are just as unique as they are. Students think and learn in different ways; it is the onus of the teacher to formulate his or her instruction so that it includes an array of teaching and learning methods. When teachers differentiate their instruction, more students can learn and participate. (For a complete list of references used for research on Gardner’s Theory click here.)

An understanding of Gardner’s Theory has prompted me to make sure that each of my lessons incorporates a variety of activities, providing all students an opportunity to excel. In this Learning Experience, I have included various activities to meet this goal. On Day One, students will participate in a whole-class discussion based on their homework with a visual provided by the teacher’s use of an overhead projector, group work on a comparison chart handout that each student has, and a teacher-lead discussion to conclude. On Day Two, the students will participate in a teacher-lead discussion and a reflective writing activity.

Teacher Generated Materials:

• McCarthyism Pre-Test, 13 KB
• McCarthyism Research Assignment, 84 KB
• McCarthyism Research Rubric, 67 KB
• McCarthyism Research Exemplar, 168 KB
• Comparison Chart Handout, 21 KB
• Teacher Reflection Essay, 59 KB
  

Supplies:

• Notebook Paper
• Pens
• Overhead Projector
• Computers (for students to complete research)
  

References:

"English Language Arts Core Curriculum." The University of the State of New York. The State Education Department. (May 2005) 8 July 2009 <http://www.emsc.nysed.gov/ciai/ela/elacore.pdf>.

Miller, Arthur. The Crucible. New York: Penguin Group (USA) Inc., 1995.

"The Crucible by Arthur Miller." S.C.O.R.E. Language Arts. Schools of California Online Resources for Education. 19 March 2009 <http://www.sdcoe.k12.ca.us/score/cruc/cructg.html>.

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