Lesson Objective

After engaging in a close reading and discussion of “Facial expressions—including fear—may not be as universal as we thought,” students will be able to analyze and explain how the author uses details, examples, and technical language to communicate a thesis or central idea.

How does the author use details, examples, and technical language to communicate a thesis or central idea?

RI.9-10.1, RI.9-10.2, RI.9-10.4, RI.9-10.7, RI.9-10.10; W.9-10.2.A, W.9-10.4, W.9-10.5, W.9-10.6, W.9-10.9.B, W.9-10.10; SL.9-10.1.A, SL.9-10.1.B, SL.9-10.1.C, SL.9-10.1.D, SL.9-10.6; L.9-10.4.A, L.9-10.6

DOK 1-4

visual glossary
speaking frames
annotation guide
SSYNC embedded scaffolds
SSYNC extension activities

WRITE response and/or QUIZ