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ELA Literary Analysis for High Schoolers: "The Machine Stops" by E.M. Forster
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1-2 hours per week. Students will be required to read the text during the first 2-3 weeks of class in order to complete the study guide questions.Letter Grade
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US Grade 8 - 12
In this self paced course learners will be reading and analyzing E.M. Forster's science fiction classic "The Machine Stops" for the purpose of writing a five paragraph literary analysis essay with a unique thesis. As an avid dystopian fiction fan, this is one of my favorite stories to discuss with learners. Although the story was published in 1909, the author made very accurate predictions regarding today's technological advancements! When annotating a century's old text the vocabulary is the main obstacle standing in the way of learner comprehension, so I modeled vocabulary annotations to make reading more productive. I also provide learners with nonfiction articles within sections of the Active Reading Packet with insight into connecting the texts. have taught English literature and ELA assessment preparation to hundreds of learners on Outschool, so I have anticipated areas of misunderstanding in a carefully crafted active reading PDF. The Active Reading Packet coincides with the Interactive Literary Element Study Guide which allows learners to practice writing about literature using the terminology that grading committees love! Each lesson video provides learners with an opportunity to check their written responses. I always inform learners that their answers are not expected to match mine because literature can be interpreted in many ways. I will model live writing, to encourage learners that it is a process that can take time! I try to be creative in an attempt to engage learners in literary controversy. I will also draw historical and present day connections when discussing the story in lesson videos. All of my self paced, literary analysis courses provide learners with: -An Active Reading Packet consisting of the required text to pair with learner videos. The packet provides learners with in reading vocabulary definitions, images to assist in setting visualization, and Common Core aligned questions to guide thinking towards choosing a thesis later in the course. -An Interactive Literary Element Study Guide, shared as a Google document for feedback that includes: 1. An author study lesson 2. A pre reading theme development lesson 3. Defines basic and abstract literary elements in a cohesive order with examples 4. Writing activities to get learners comfortable using literary terminology in writing 5. Instructions for literary analysis essay with a guided outline 6. The Ultimate Literary Theory Analysis Guide Manual with an explanation of literary analysis theories/criticisms and tips for crafting the perfect essay Every lesson in the syllabus pairs with the Active Reading Packet and Interactive Literary Element Study Guide.
Learning Goals
Students will improve their ability to identify and explain literary elements used by an author to develop a fiction story's central idea.
Students will work on their ability to write well developed paragraphs with a cohesive thesis statement and relevant textual evidence.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)4 Units
12 Lessons
over 12 WeeksUnit 1: The Life and Times of E.M. Forster
Lesson 1:
E.M. Forster
Learners will read an article from Britannica about E. M. Forster and write a summary paragraph discussing the facts they found most interesting, as well as life experiences that may have influenced Forster's career as an author.
“The Machine Stops” is considered one of the greatest science fiction stories ever written. This is partly because of Forster's technological predictions. Explore ‘Our World in Data’ (https://ourworldindata.org/technology-long-run).
Unit 2: Basic Literary Elements in Part 1: The Air-ship
Lesson 2:
Narration & Point of View
Focusing on pages 1-10 of the story, learners will complete the narration and point of view sections of the interactive literary element study guide packet with the teacher in a pre recorded video. Learners will locate 2 pieces of textual evidence identifying each element.
Lesson 3:
Identifying and Describing Setting in Science Fiction
Focusing on pages 1-10 of the story, learners will complete the setting section of the interactive literary element study guide packet with the teacher in a pre recorded video. Learners will describe and explain the setting and its context.
Lesson 4:
Characterization: The Time to be Judgemental!
Focusing on pages 1-10 of the story, learners will complete the characterization portion of the interactive literary element study guide packet with the teacher in a pre recorded video. The Machine will be considered a character, so learners will infer what they believe the Machine to be.
Other Details
Learning Needs
I received my Master's Degree in Students with Disabilities and I hold a New York state teaching certification in Special Education. My 6 year old daughter was diagnosed with level 3 autism in 2020, so I am especially passionate.
Parental Guidance
"The Machine Stops" is a dystopian short story that reflects an authoritarian world where humanity's free will is restricted. The author implies that the government controls reproduction, which implies forced intimacy. The story's resolution results in the destruction of earth, which can be upsetting to some learners.
Supply List
Learners are provided with: -Active Reading Packet consisting of the required text to pair with learner videos. The packet provides learners with vocabulary definitions, images to assist in setting visualization, and unique questions to guide thinking towards choosing a thesis later in the course -An Interactive Literary Element Study Guide, shared as a Google document for feedback that includes: 1. An author study lesson 2. A pre reading setting development lesson with the history of the Louisiana purchase (a common 3. Defines basic and abstract literary elements in a cohesive order with examples 4. Writing activities to get learners comfortable using literary terminology in writing 5. Instructions for literary analysis essay with a guided outline -The Ultimate Literary Theory Analysis Guide Manual with an explanation of 10 literary analysis theories/criticisms
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
Teacher annotated copy of E.M. Forster's "The Machine Stops" (public domain)
Britannica - https://www.britannica.com/biography/E-M-Forster
"The Machine Stops" by E.M. Forster
Opinion article from The New Yorker by Oliver Sacks entitled "The Machine Stops"
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Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a teaching certificate
New York Teaching Certificate in Special Education
New York Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
1 teacher has a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Special Education from Grand Canyon University
1 teacher has a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature from State University of New York at Oswego
I hold two New York state teaching certifications in English Language Arts and Students with Disabilities. I have a Bachelor's Degree in English Literature and a Master's Degree in Special Education. I have over ten years experience teaching literature to young people.
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