Defying Stereotypes

In Drama and Beyond

Defying Stereotypes

• What is a stereotype? • Definition: Stereotype: n. something agreeing with a

pattern; esp: an idea that many people have about a thing or a group and that may often be untrue or only partly true The Merriam-Webster Dictionary

• Synonyms: conventionalize, methodize, pigeon-hole, define, standardize, prejudge, normalize, catalogue, institutionalize

Monday, September 14, 2015

Defying Stereotypes

• Brainstorm a list of stereotypes• Consider your life experiences, as well as what you

have observed from books, movies, current events, travel etc.

Monday, September 14, 2015

Examples of Stereotypes

• Examples of Stereotypes

Monday, September 14, 2015

Defying Stereotypes

In Drama and Beyond

Examples of Stereotypes from ABC News

• #ILookLikeAnEngineer Campaign Battles Stereotypes

• Yoga Expert Breaks Down What It Means to Be Fit

• 'Like a Girl' Viral Video Strikes a Chord With Young Women

Complete the DEFYING STEREOTYPES CURRENT ISSUES VIEWING GUIDE while watching:

Tuesday, September 15, 2015

Defying Stereotypes

In Drama and Beyond

“Just Because” Poems

•Defy Stereotypes

• You will write a poem based on stereotypes of your own, personal identity. Your goal is to debunk the stereotypes by stating positive traits about yourself.

Wednesday, September 16, 2015

Defying Stereotypes

In Drama and Beyond

Please have out your poem and brainstorming!

“Just Because” Poems

• Defying Stereotypes: Malcolm Mitchell and Not Your Stereotypical Cheerleaders

• Mrs. Baker’s “Just Because” Poem

• Complete today’s Checklist (see the flip chart)

• Be prepared to formally (in writing, independently, for a grade) respond to the 3 Essential Questions tomorrow

Thursday, September 18, 2015

Defying Stereotypes

In Drama and Beyond

Please have out a sheet of notebook paper and a pencil!

Response to Essential Questions:

As thoroughly as possible, respond (in complete sentences) to the following:

• Explain how at least two core character words of the Wildcat Way connect with our study of stereotypes. Perseverance, Humility, Moral Courage, Fairness, Integrity, Empathy, Compassion, Trustworthiness 4 points

 

• Explain how defining, acknowledging, confronting and understanding stereotypes connects to our daily lives. 3 points

 

• Explain how an understanding of a variety of stereotypes assists an actor in impactful character portrayals. 3 points

GRADED RESPONSE: 10 OF 100 POINTS

Friday, September 18, 2015

“Just Because” Poems

• Continue with the Checklist

• FOR RECORDING: Get a headset. Red cable plugs into MIC, White cable plugs into HEADPHONES

• Use FIREFOX or CHROME!