Unit 2: Perspective, Identity, and Point of View
Duration of Days: 15
Perspective is shaped by identity, culture, and experience
Different groups can interpret the same event in fundamentally different ways
Point of view influences what people notice, value, and ignore
Understanding perspective does not require agreement
Civil discourse depends on recognizing perspective
Analyze global issues through multiple perspectives
Compare interpretations from different cultural or ideological viewpoints
Engage in structured discussion emphasizing perspective awareness
Reflect on how their own identities influence interpretation
Write analytical and reflective responses focused on point of view
Students will complete a Perspective Analysis Portfolio that includes comparative analysis, reflection, and a synthesis piece responding to:
“How does perspective shape how people understand global issues?”
| Lesson # | Lesson Title | Duration of Days |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | What Is Perspective? | 3 |
| 2 | Culture, Nation, and Worldview | 3 |
| 3 | Ideology, Values, and Belief Systems | 3 |
| 4 | Empathy, Perspective-Taking, and Disagreement | 3 |
| 5 | Interpreting the World Through Perspective | 3 |