Lesson 5: COMPARE

How do differences between performances affect musical meaning?
How can we compare performances using musical criteria?

Compare, contrast, interpretation

MU:Re7.2.E.IIc

Compare and contrast using evidence

Students compare and contrast performances using musical vocabulary and analytical reasoning.
DOK 1: Identify similarities and differences between performances.
DOK 2: Describe differences using musical terminology.
DOK 3: Analyze how differences impact performance effectiveness.
DOK 4: Evaluate which performance is more effective and justify using evidence.

Comparison is essential in academic and real-world contexts

Students may rely on opinion instead of evidence

Student-selected comparisons; guided prompts; peer discussion; flexible response formats; independent analysis.

DOK 1: Comparison checklist
DOK 2: Written comparison
DOK 3: Analytical comparison
DOK 4: Evaluative comparison with justification