T2 YR 10 LITERATURE-IN-ENGLISH SCHEME OF WORK

 

Week

Topic/Content

Learning Objectives

Learning Resources

Lesson Outcomes

1-3

Drama: William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night’s Dream

- Understand the themes, plot, and characters in A Midsummer Night’s Dream.
- Analyze Shakespeare’s use of language, structure, and dramatic techniques.
- Explore the cultural and historical context of Elizabethan England.

- Text: A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare (any complete edition).
- Online resources: SparkNotes for summaries and analysis.
- Images: Visual depictions of Elizabethan theatre and character illustrations from the play.

- Students will summarize the plot and identify major themes.
- Analyze key passages for literary devices.
- Discuss the relevance of the play’s themes in contemporary contexts.

4-6

Prose: Ralph Ellison, The Black Ball

- Examine themes of race, identity, and social justice in the story.
- Analyze narrative style and character development.
- Compare the text to other works addressing similar themes.

- Text: The Black Ball by Ralph Ellison (from Stories of Ourselves Volume 2).
- Online resource: Ellison Biography for contextual understanding.
- Images: Depictions of racial segregation and labor union movements in the early 20th century.

- Students will explain the significance of the title and key symbols.
- Write an essay comparing themes in The Black Ball with another short story.
- Engage in group discussions about the story’s societal implications.

7-8

Poetry: Stevie Smith, Touch and Go

- Understand the themes and tone of the poem.
- Analyze the poet’s use of imagery, diction, and rhythm.
- Explore the poet’s biography and how it influences her work.

- Text: Touch and Go by Stevie Smith.
- Online resources: Poetry Foundation for poet’s background and analysis.
- Images: Portraits of Stevie Smith and visual representations of themes in her poetry.

- Students will present oral interpretations of the poem.
- Annotate the poem with notes on imagery and tone.
- Relate the poem’s themes to modern-day issues of anxiety and hope.

9-10

Poetry: George Szirtes, Song

- Analyze the poem’s structure, themes, and stylistic elements.
- Discuss the poet’s use of symbolism and its impact on readers.
- Investigate the poet’s background and its influence on his work.

- Text: Song by George Szirtes.
- Online resources: George Szirtes’ Official Site for insights into his poetry.
- Images: Illustrations of symbolic elements from the poem.

- Students will identify and explain symbols in the poem.
- Compare the poem’s structure to other works studied in the term.
- Participate in a creative writing activity inspired by the poem’s themes.

11

Revision Week

- Review all texts studied during the term.
- Prepare for end-of-term assessments through discussions and practice questions.
- Consolidate understanding of literary devices and themes across genres.

- Study guides, class notes, and practice essays.
- Online platforms for quizzes and revision activities.

- Students will demonstrate improved critical analysis in practice assessments.
- Participate actively in group discussions and peer reviews.
- Complete mock tests to identify areas needing improvement.

12

Assessment Week

- Demonstrate knowledge and analytical skills in a formal assessment.
- Reflect on personal learning progress and set goals for future improvement.

- Test papers covering drama, prose, and poetry studied during the term.
- Feedback sessions and personalized teacher guidance.

- Students will complete assessments with confidence.
- Receive constructive feedback on their strengths and areas for improvement.
- Develop a plan for continued literary exploration.

 

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