Analyzing and Comparing Medieval and Modern Ballads

Students read, analyze, and discuss medieval English ballads and then list characteristics of the genre. They then emphasize the narrative characteristics of ballads by choosing a ballad to act out. Using the Venn diagram tool, students next compare medieval ballads with modern ones. After familiarizing themselves with ballad themes and forms, students write their own original ballads, which they perform in small groups. Finally, students engage in self-reflection on their group performances and on the literary characteristics of their ballads.

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Subject(s): English Language Arts

Grade Level(s): 11, 12

Intended Audience: Educators

Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection

Instructional Time: 6 Hour(s)

Keywords: ballad, medieval, poetry, compare and contrast poetry, comparing ballads, modern ballad

Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan, Text Resource, Formative Assessment

Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction, Cooperative Learning

Resource Collection: General Collection

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