Lesson Plan: Publish an Original Literary Text - One-Act Play Script
Objectives:
• Knowledge: Understand the elements of a one-act play script.
• Skills: Develop the ability to write an original one-act play script.
• Attitudes: Appreciate the role of culture in literary works.
• Values: Foster creativity and respect for cultural diversity.
Content/Topic:
• Publish an original literary text that reflects culture: script for a one-act play.
Learning Resources/Materials/Equipment:
• Whiteboard and markers
• Projector for multimedia presentation
• Handouts with examples of one-act play scripts
• Blank sheets of paper and writing materials for students
• Access to a library or internet for research
Procedures:
4.1 Introductory Activity (10 minutes):
• Begin with a brief discussion on the importance of culture in literature.
• Ask students to brainstorm what elements make a one-act play script unique.
• Pose two questions:
a. "What do you think are the key components of a one-act play script?"
b. "How can culture be incorporated into a one-act play script?"
4.2 Activity (15 minutes):
• Provide handouts with examples of one-act play scripts that reflect different
cultures.
• In pairs, students analyze the scripts and identify elements that reflect culture.
• Encourage them to discuss their findings with the class.
4.3 Analysis (10 minutes):
• Discuss as a class the elements of a one-act play script that reflect culture.
• Ask five questions about the topic, such as:
a. "How does culture influence the setting of a play?"
b. "What role do characters' backgrounds play in shaping a play's cultural
elements?"
4.4 Abstraction (10 minutes):
• Present five multiple-choice questions related to the topic.
• Example: "Which of the following is an element that reflects culture in a one-act
play script?"
– A) Setting
– B) Genre
– C) Number of acts
4.5 Application (20 minutes):
• Divide the class into three groups.
• Assign each group a task related to the topic:
– Group 1: Reporting - Create and present an original one-act play script
reflecting Filipino culture.
– Group 2: Coloring - Design a visual representation of a scene from the
play.
– Group 3: Role-playing - Act out a scene from the play.
4.6 Generalization (10 minutes):
• Discuss as a class the lessons learned from each group's presentations.
• Ask at least three questions that encourage students to generalize their
understanding of incorporating culture into a one-act play script.
5. Assessment/Evaluation:
Assessment/Evaluation Questions:
What are the main objectives of this lesson?
• A) To learn about the history of one-act plays
• B) To understand the elements of a one-act play script
• C) To master the art of painting
• D) To improve math skills
• Answer: B) To understand the elements of a one-act play script
Why is it important to incorporate culture into a one-act play script?
• A) It makes the script longer
• B) It makes the script more interesting and relatable
• C) It reduces the number of characters
• D) It increases the lighting requirements
• Answer: B) It makes the script more interesting and relatable
Which of the following is NOT typically found in a one-act play script?
• A) Dialogue
• B) Stage directions
• C) Musical score
• D) Character names
• Answer: C) Musical score
What role do characters' backgrounds play in shaping a play's cultural elements?
• A) They have no influence on cultural elements
• B) They help determine how characters speak and act
• C) They only affect the play's setting
• D) They determine the length of the play
• Answer: B) They help determine how characters speak and act
Which of the following is an example of a cultural element in a one-act play
script?
• A) The play is set in a modern city
• B) The characters use specific dialects and customs
• C) The play has many acts and scenes
• D) The play is entirely silent
• Answer: B) The characters use specific dialects and customs
What is the primary purpose of the "Abstraction" phase in this lesson plan?
• A) To create a visual representation of the play
• B) To analyze elements of culture in a play script
• C) To engage in role-playing activities
• D) To write multiple-choice questions
• Answer: B) To analyze elements of culture in a play script
During the "Application" phase, which group is responsible for creating an
original one-act play script reflecting Filipino culture?
• A) Group 1: Reporting
• B) Group 2: Coloring
• C) Group 3: Role-playing
• D) None of the above
• Answer: A) Group 1: Reporting
What should students include in their homework assignment related to the one-
act play script?
• A) A list of their favorite plays
• B) A brief outline for their original one-act play script, including elements of
culture
• C) A recipe for a cultural dish
• D) A book report on a classic novel
• Answer: B) A brief outline for their original one-act play script, including
elements of culture
6. Assignment:
• Assign two questions for homework that require students to write a brief outline
for their original one-act play script, including elements of culture.
