SINGLE SUBJECT CREDENTIAL PROGRAM

EDSC LESSON PLAN TEMPLATE R​ evised 1.4.17

Construct an assessment plan for one lesson in a larger instructional sequence that includes at least two
formative and one summative assessment. You will be assessed on alignment with the assessment with the
stated objectives; completeness of the plans (includes at least two different types of formative assessment and
one summative assessment; use of multiple measures to assess student learning with an appropriate match
between instrument and objective to be measured (includes formal and informal, and multiple modes of
assessment); adherence to the guidelines for different types of assessment; and explanation of the purpose
and inferences that can be drawn from each assessment as well as how students will be informed of their
results.

For directions on how to complete this form, see EDSC Lesson Plan Directions and Scoring Guide in the SSCP Handbook at ​www.sscphandbook.org​.
Name CWID Subject Area
Pegah Mahmoud 891 933 053 English Language Arts
Class Title Lesson Title Unit Title Grade Levels Total Minutes
9th Grade ELA Symbolism in ​Lord of the Flies Lord of the Flies 9th grade 54 minutes
STANDARDS, OBJECTIVES, & ACCOMODATIONS
CCSS Math, CCSS ELA & Literacy History/Social Studies, Science and Content Objective(s)
Technical Subjects, NGSS, and Content Standards (​​cognitive​​, psychomotor, affective)

CCCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.9-10.4 Unit Goal:

Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the
text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the Essential Question:
cumulative impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone (e.g., Is humankind is inherently good or
how the language evokes a sense of time and place; how it sets a formal evil?
or informal tone).

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.9-10.3 Lesson Objective:

Apply knowledge of language to understand how language functions in SWBAT predict and discuss the
different contexts, to make effective choices for meaning or style, and figurative significance of four
to comprehend more fully when reading or listening. symbols introduced in chapter 2 the
novel.

English Language Development Standards (ELD) Disciplinary Language Objective(s)

CCCSS.ELD.PI.9-10.11A.BR
Justify opinions or persuade others by making connections and
distinctions between ideas and texts and articulating sufficient,
detailed, and relevant textual evidence or background knowledge, using
appropriate register.

STUDENT ASSESSMENT
Type Purpose/Focus of Assessment
EL
1) Students will complete a
symbol log for each chapter of
the the​ Lord of the Flies. ​The
purpose of this assessment if
for students to “track” the
gradual transition of the
PM
physical and figurative change
of symbols seen in the novel.
This is to allow students to
ultimately analyze and explore
the themes in the novel.
Implementation
Students are given the
handouts prior to the
beginning of the corresponding
chapter. If we finish reading
the chapter of the novel in
class, then their symbol and
vocab logs are due the next
day. If I assign students to
finish the chapter by
themselves, then their
handouts will also be due the
next day. (For example: I assign
Feedback Strategy
I utilize a rubric for both the
symbol and vocab log that
details what I am looking for in
order for students to receive
full credit. Both handouts are
out of a possible ten points.
How Informs Teaching
The symbol log informs my
teaching by allowing me to
assess how well students
understand how symbols are
not necessarily a “fixed” object
- an object that does not
change physically, and
subsequently, figuratively. In
addition, having students track
down how the novel changes
lets me know that students are
understanding how the theme

2) In addition to the symbol
log, students will also fill out a
vocabulary log. Each chapter
has five vocabulary words in
which the students list three
synonyms, and answer a
question saying, “Why this
word?” The purpose of this
assessment is for students to
take the connotation of words
into consideration and realize
the impact of word choice, and
how it ties in to plot and
character development.
Students will create a creative
poster that tracks the
transformation of one symbol
seen in the novel. The poster
will have three “stages” - the
beginning, middle, and end.
Each stage will have a drawn
S picture of the symbol with
corresponding textual
evidence and a three sentence
analysis of what the change of
the symbol indicates in terms
of the development of theme,
figurative and symbolic
meanings.
them to read the last few
pages of chapter 4 on a
Wednesday. On Thursday
when they come into class,
students will turn in the
assignments.)
Students will be given the
project directions when we
begin reading chapter 11 of
the novel. The poster and
presentation will be due two
days after finishing the novel.
There is an attached rubric that
details what I am looking for
within the poster and
presentation.
of the novel is changing as
well.
The vocab log informs my
teaching because it allows me
to assess how well students are
able to consider word choice
with the meaning of the novel.
Word choice also creates an
impact on the overall tone and
mood of the story as well as
impact character and plot
development. By having
students successfully complete
the vocabulary log, it signals
that they are meeting literacy
objectives as well as their
analysis skills.
The completion of the poster
and presentation informs my
teaching because it allows me
to understand how students
have progressed with their
ability to gather appropriate
textual evidence, analyze
symbols on a figurative level,
and ultimately dissect themes
of the novel. If students are
having a hard time completing
the project, I will ask students
to go over their symbol and
vocab logs to guide them with
their poster.

You must also include copies of each assessment (formal and informal) as well as any answer keys, rubrics, or
scoring criteria for formal assessments. This will mean defining the culminating (summative) assessment for
the instructional sequence/unit as well as the formative assessments for one day in that instructional
sequence/unit. To be clear, the summative assessment will, in all likelihood, be administered on a different day
as the formative assessments used in your lesson. Unless the lesson is from the start of an instructional
sequence or unit, you might not use an entry level (diagnostic) assessment. You MUST include a summative
assessment because you must know what your students are working towards. You do not have to include an
entry level assessment, but it MAY be counted as one of your two required formative assessments if you wish.
 Name:___________________________

Lord of the Flies: ​CHAPTER JOURNAL

CHAPTER​​:_2_

This chart will assist you in the final assessment, which will be a project in which you examine the development of major
symbols in ​Lord of the Flies​.

Develop Interact Advance the Plot

What new information do we How do characters interact How does the symbol serve to
learn in this chapter about the with the symbol? help/hurt relationships
symbol? between the characters and
plot ?

Conch

Beast

Piggy’s glasses

Fire
 Name:___________________________
Lord of the Flies: ​VOCABULARY & DICTION LOG
CHAPTER:​​_2_

“Why choose this word instead of something else?” Word choice conveys an author or character’s thoughts,
feelings, or emotions about someone or something. Although word choice can be subtle, the impact it creates
is significant. Think about ​connotation and denotation​​.

Directions: The four words below are picked for you. Write three synonyms for each word below from this
chapter . Then, explain ​why ​you believe Golding chose the listed vocab word instead the synonyms. What does
it reveal about the character or situation?

EXAMPLE
Word: fair
Synonyms: blonde, light, equal
Why this word?: I believe Golding uses “fair” to describe Ralph in order to create an image of him that
represents everything that should be good.

1) Word: seized (36)

Synonyms:
Why this word?:

2) Word: tumult (43)

Synonyms:
Why this word?

3) Word: savage (44)

Synonyms:
Why this word?:

4) Word: indignantly (42 & 46)

Synonyms:
Why this word?:
 Lord of the Flies Symbol Log

Proficient Emerging Beginning

4 Points 3 Points 1 Points

Relevant Information The answers center around The answers mostly center The answers do not center
information that is specifically around information that is around information that is
relevant to the corresponding relevant to the corresponding relevant to the corresponding
chapter. chapter. chapter.

Clarity Student clearly answers the Student answers some of the Student does not answer the
questions stated. question stated and/or is not questions stated and/or is not
clear with their answers. clear at all with their answers.

Sentences Student uses at least two Student has at least one Student has a word or phrase in
sentences in each box. sentence in each box. each box.

This rubric was created with Quick Rubric and can be found at -
http://www.quickrubric.com/r#/qr/pegahsus_/lord-of-the-flies-symbol-log2
 Lord of the Flies Vocab Log

Proficient Emerging Beginning

4 Points 3 Points 1 Points

Synonyms As per the directions, the The students lists two synonyms The students lists one synonym
students lists three synonyms for for each listed vocabulary word for each listed vocabulary word
each listed vocabulary word on on the handout. on the handout.
the handout.

Thoroughness of Answer When answering "why this
word?", the student takes the
context of the sentence/situation
the word is found in the novel.
Their answer clearly ties in this
context to successfully answer
the question.
The student addresses some of
the context in which the word is
found in the novel. Their
answers could be more specific.
The student does not take the
context into consideration. Their
answer takes only the definition
into consideration; how the
definition is simply different
than its synonyms.

This rubric was created with Quick Rubric and can be found at -
http://www.quickrubric.com/r#/qr/pegahsus_/lord-of-the-flies-vocab-log
 Flies​ Symbol Project
Lord of the Flies​

You will assigned a major symbol that relates to ​Lord of the Flies​. Next, you
will design a creative poster that illustrates this object in the beginning, middle,
and end of the story, and what the symbol represents based on the changes.
Your poster should contain one quotation from the novel that demonstrates the
object’s significance in the beginning, middle, and end stage. To accompany
your poster, you will write a one to two paragraph explanation and present a one
to three minute speech.

Requirements​:
Requirements​
1. Your poster must be visible and eye-catching. This means it must be
larger than an 8 ½ X 11 sheet of paper.
2. The quotes from the novel must be written largely and be easy to read.
I recommend having your quote next to each drawing of the symbol. It
should be cited appropriately (page numbers, who said it).
3. BE CREATIVE! Use colors and shapes to demonstrate your symbol’s
significance. I do not want to see a poster that only contains clip art or
cut outs from a magazine. You may use these items, but it must be
clear to me that you put original thought and effort into your poster.
4. Write one to two paragraphs to describe your poster. Include your
quote, explain your design, and explain the thought behind the
illustrations. It should be clear that you fully understand what your
symbol represents. This should be on a separate piece of paper and
NOT attached to the poster.
5. You will also give a two to three minute oral presentation of your poster.
Practice your presentation ahead of time. You must talk more than one
minute but no more than three.

Scoring​:
Scoring​
● Poster – 20 Points
Quote – 6 Points
Creativity – 5 Points
Design – 3 Points
Illustrations – 6 Points
● Detailed, Written Explanation – 15 Points
● Oral Presentation – 10 Points
Elements taken into account:
▪ Time Limit
▪ Eye Contact
▪ Enthusiasm
▪ Articulation
▪ Clarity

● Total Possible Points = 45

 Lord of the Flies
Symbol Project
Assessment Rubric
*You will be turning this paper into me before your
presentation so that I can write my observations on it. DO
NOT THROW THIS OUT.

Student Name ___________________________

● Poster – 20 Points ______________

▪ Three quotes; one for each corresponding “stage” in the
story - 5 Points
▪ Creativity – 5 Points
▪ Design – 5 Points
▪ Three illustrations of the symbol, one for each “stage “ in the
novel - the beginning, middle, and end. - 5 Points

● Detailed, Written Explanation – 15 Points ______________

▪ Explains each quote/why you picked it-3 points
▪ Explains meaning behind symbol-3 points
▪ Explains your poster design-2 points
▪ Grammar/Mechanics/Spelling-2 points

● Oral Presentation – 10 Points ______________

Elements taken into account:
▪ Time Limit
▪ Eye Contact
▪ Enthusiasm
▪ Articulation
▪ Clarity

Total Possible Points = 45 ______________