LESSON PLAN # 3 - Secondary Level

LESSON PLAN INFORMATION

Subject/ Course: History
Grade: 9th
Time: 90 minutes
Topic/Key Question: What is a Geisha?

Name: Antonette Pelaez Date: Jan 14, 2022

Brief Description
A group discussion and presentation about Geisha in Japan.

Materials Needed (May vary depending on how students wish to present their group work)• Internet access
• Laptop computers
• Projector/ slides for lesson

Objectives
• Students will identify what is a Geisha
• Students will research about what is the purpose of a Geisha
• Students will analyze the history of Geisha culture in Japan
• Students will orally present information using appropriate technology

Lesson Plan

• Form small groups of students (3-5 per group).

• Students brainstorm and research to find out what they know about the history and

  culture of Geisha

• Students create a script from which each member of the group is able to present the

  topic, ask questions and feedback. Teacher’s Note

  • Ask students to collect responses so that they can reflect at the end of the experience.

  Assessment

  Conversations
  • Students communication amongst group members• Students reflect on creative process

  Observations
  • Observe participation of students and engagement with peers in group work