Learning Targets ---------->
- I will be able to explain the early events of AOC's life
- I will be able to summarize her unexpected victory in the 2018 Midterm primaries. 
- I will be able to define 'The Squad' and it's members.
- I will be able to recognize other, like-minded politicians ( Cori Bush, Bernie Sanders, Jamaal Brown, Ayanna Pressley, Rashida Tlaib)

--> How will they learn it? 
Through direct instruction and collaborative discussion learners will be able to learn more about the personal history and events in the life of Alexandria Ocasio- Cortez. Learners will be able to share what they already know about AOC or what they would like to know. Furthermore, learners will be able to reflect on  Alexandria Ocasio Cortez's  life accomplishments, thus far, and what they think the future looks like for her.  They will also have the opportunity to reflect and share what her current biography means to them. 

All information will stem from History.com, Time.com, Smithsonian Learning Lab

---> What background knowledge is required?
Students will be provided with a list of key terms prior to class, however we will review these in class! The class will begin with a warm-up formative assessment to determine students' prior knowledge of Alexandria Ocasio- Cortez.

-->  What kind of homework is assigned, if any? 
No mandatory homework is assigned, but students will be provided with optional extension activities after class.

---> How is learner progress evaluated?
The students will be evaluated through formative assessments that include a pre-assessment, participation in class discussion, and an exit ticket aligned to the learning targets.