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The document outlines a Grade 12 curriculum focused on creative non-fiction, emphasizing the importance of constructive critiquing among peers to enhance writing skills. It includes various activities such as peer critique workshops and role-playing to practice giving and receiving feedback, along with assessment rubrics and higher-order thinking questions. The overall objective is to foster a collaborative environment where students can appreciate diverse perspectives and improve their writing through constructive criticism.

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Lesson Plan

The document outlines a Grade 12 curriculum focused on creative non-fiction, emphasizing the importance of constructive critiquing among peers to enhance writing skills. It includes various activities such as peer critique workshops and role-playing to practice giving and receiving feedback, along with assessment rubrics and higher-order thinking questions. The overall objective is to foster a collaborative environment where students can appreciate diverse perspectives and improve their writing through constructive criticism.

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Subject: Creative Non-Fiction

Grade Level: Grade 12

Objective:
1. Appreciate the importance of helping fellow writers improve through constructive
critiquing.

Learning within the curriculum:


1. The process of peer review in writing workshops, where students critique each
other's drafts, fostering a collaborative environment that enhances writing skills.
2. Analyzing different styles of creative non-fiction, such as memoirs and essays, to
understand how constructive feedback can enhance narrative techniques and
personal voice.

Learning across the curriculum:


1. In Literature, students can explore how authors receive and implement feedback
in their writing processes, linking it to the development of their own creative non-
fiction pieces.
2. In Language Arts, the focus on grammar and style can be integrated with creative
non-fiction writing, allowing students to critique each other's work not only on content
but also on language use and mechanics.

Review Motivation:
Teaching Strategy: Cooperative Learning
Instructional Materials: Whiteboard, markers
Energizer 1: "Pass the Critique" - Students form a circle and pass a piece of writing
around. Each student writes one positive comment and one constructive critique
before passing it to the next person.
Energizer 2: "Critique Charades" - Students act out different types of feedback (e.g.,
positive, negative, neutral) while others guess the type of critique being portrayed.
This encourages understanding of feedback types in a fun way.

Activities
Activity 1: Peer Critique Workshop
Teaching Strategy: Cooperative Learning
Materials: Student drafts of creative non-fiction pieces, feedback forms
Significance: This activity helps students practice giving and receiving feedback,
reinforcing the lesson objective on the importance of constructive criticism.

Instructions:
1. Divide students into small groups of 4-5.
2. Each student shares their draft with the group while the others take notes on
strengths and areas for improvement.
3. After sharing, each student receives a feedback form to write down the critiques
given by peers.

Rubrics:
- (Quality of feedback provided): 10 pts.
- (Engagement in the critique process): 5 pts.
- (Ability to implement feedback in revisions): 10 pts.

Assessment Questions:
1. What are the key strengths of your peer's writing?
2. What specific areas could be improved and why?
3. How did receiving feedback affect your perspective on your writing?
Activity 2: Constructive Critique Role Play
Teaching Strategy: Role-Playing
Materials: none
Significance: This activity allows students to practice giving feedback in a real-world
context, enhancing their understanding of constructive criticism.

Instructions:
1. Students pair up and take turns role-playing as the writer and the critic.
2. The writer presents a piece and the critic offers feedback, focusing on both
strengths and areas for improvement.
3. Rotate roles and repeat the process with a different piece.

Rubrics:
- (Clarity of feedback): 10 pts.
- (Respectfulness and supportiveness of critique): 5 pts.
- (Ability to articulate suggestions for improvement): 10 pts.

Assessment Questions:
1. How did it feel to give and receive feedback in this role-play?
2. What did you learn about the importance of tone in critiquing?
3. How can you apply what you've learned about constructive feedback to your own
writing?

Analysis:
Activity 1 - The Peer Critique Workshop allows students to engage deeply with each
other's work, fostering a sense of community and collaboration. The feedback forms
encourage critical thinking as students must articulate their thoughts clearly. This
aligns with the objective by emphasizing the role of constructive critique in writing
improvement.
Activity 2 - The Constructive Critique Role Play reinforces the importance of effective
communication in feedback. By switching roles, students learn to empathize with
both writers and critics, enhancing their appreciation for the feedback process. This
connects to the objective by demonstrating how helping others can lead to personal
growth.

Abstraction:
The main point of this lesson is understanding that constructive critique is essential
for the growth of writers. By engaging in peer feedback, students learn to appreciate
diverse perspectives and improve their own writing skills. Additionally, recognizing
patterns in feedback can help deepen their understanding of narrative techniques.
Concept 1: The Importance of Specificity in Feedback
Specific feedback helps writers understand exactly what aspects of their work need
improvement. By focusing on particular elements, such as structure or character
development, critics can guide writers more effectively, fostering clearer
communication and growth.
Concept 2: The Role of Tone in Critiquing
The tone used in providing feedback can significantly impact how it is received. A
supportive and respectful tone encourages writers to be open to suggestions, while a
harsh tone may lead to defensiveness. Understanding this can help students provide
feedback that is both constructive and encouraging.
Application:
Teaching Strategy: Project-Based Learning
1. Task: Create a small anthology of creative non-fiction pieces that incorporate peer
feedback. Each student must include a reflective piece on how feedback influenced
their writing.
2. Task: Organize a "Writer's Showcase" where students present their revised pieces
to the class, discussing the feedback process they underwent.
Discussion: Reflect on how peer feedback can shape a writer's voice and style, and
the importance of community in the writing process.

Assessment:
Teaching Strategy: Formative Assessment

Questions:
1. How does peer feedback enhance the writing process?
2. In what ways can constructive criticism be beneficial to you as a writer?
3. Describe a time when feedback significantly changed your approach to writing.

For Higher Order Thinking Skills:

Questions:
1. Why is it important to differentiate between positive feedback and constructive
criticism?
2. How can the feedback process be incorporated into other subjects?
3. What strategies can you use to ensure your feedback is helpful and respectful?

Answers:
1. Positive feedback reinforces strengths, while constructive criticism identifies areas
for improvement; both are essential for balanced development.
2. The feedback process can enhance collaborative projects in subjects like Science
or History, promoting critical thinking across disciplines.
3. Strategies include using "I" statements, focusing on specific examples, and
maintaining a supportive tone to foster a positive feedback environment.
Assignment:
1. Write a reflective essay on the role of peer feedback in your writing process,
including examples from the workshop and role play activities.

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