Activities

• Comparison and Contrast: Compare the same story as it is presented in different forms (e.g., "The Veldt" as a short story, play, or film/video. Consider the following for each form:

  Selection: _________________________________________

  Form and Medium: _ Short Story _ Play _ Film

  Overall impression: _ Liked _ Did not Like

  Questions (include explanations with your responses):
  1. Did the presentation arouse your interest?
  2. Did it sustain your interest?
  3. What was the overall impact/effect?
  4. What were the strengths?
  5. What were the weaknesses?
  6. Would you recommend it to others?

  Decide which version was the most effective. Why?

• Unit-end Test: Outline expectations. Review with students the unit and exactly what material will be on the test and the type of tasks they will encounter. It is important that these tasks reflect classroom practices and course objectives. For example, aspects of viewing, reading, critical response, the writing process, and integrated language study should be evident. Model expected responses. Discuss time frame and mark allocation. Discuss reviewing, studying, and test-taking strategies.
• Other Culminating Activity: