To Kill a Mockingbird: High School Novel Study
In this eight week course, learners will explore the historical and cultural context of To Kill a Mockingbird, and how it is still relevant today. Students will complete independent & group activities and a reader response essay.
Elissa Pugh, MA & MEd
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4.3
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What's included
8 live meetings
7 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Students will learn to write a reader response essay, including brainstorming, writing, and editing. Students will also discuss and analyze To Kill a Mockingbird, and learn about the historical and cultural context of the novel, and how it is still relevant today.Assessment
Assessment will consist of informal observation of discussion, the reader response essay, and periodic "quizzes". All assessments will take place in class with the exception of the reader response essay which will be partially written outside of class.Grading
Graders are available upon request.Class Experience
The course will include a weekly class session with novel discussion and essay lessons. There will also be discussion board requirements. Students will be responsible for reading a portion of the book each week, and they will be responsible for being prepared to reflect upon and discuss the book both in person and online. Students will also be brainstorming/prewriting, writing, peer editing, and editing a reader response essay.
Learning Goals
Students will learn to write a reader response essay, including brainstorming, writing, and editing. Students will also discuss and analyze To Kill a Mockingbird, and learn about the historical and cultural context of the novel, and how it is still relevant today.
Syllabus
8 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction to To Kill a Mockingbird
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Introduction to Reader Response Essays
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
TKAM Discussion: Character Motivation and Conflict
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Preview of Peer Review
55 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This novel includes racism, violence (including a lynch mob and rape), and alcoholism. It is considered a classic, and is read widely, especially by those 12 years of age and older.
Please research the novel and be sure that you are comfortable with your student reading this book.
You can support your student with these topics by talking to them as they read, and helping them process anything that is troubling them. You can also always reach out to me.
Supply List
Students will need a copy of To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined November, 2019
4.3
3reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from Xavier University
Master's Degree in English from Belmont University
Besides over fifteen years of teaching experience, I have specialized training and professional development in inclusivity and sensitivity in teaching.
I am always available to help you with conversations that may arise at home as well.Reviews
Live Group Course
$15
weekly or $120 for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
3-10 learners per class
