Beowulf Graphic Novel (12A.102)
Themes:
Beowulf, an ancient Anglo-Saxon tale, has the following theme(s):
http://www.litcharts.com/lit/beowulf/themes
Beowulf, an ancient Anglo-Saxon tale, has the following theme(s):
- Family and Tribe
- Good Warriors and Good Kings
- Fame, Pride and Shame
- Good vs. Evil
http://www.litcharts.com/lit/beowulf/themes
Tasks: This is the first 30 hours of a 60 hour class. There are 12 tasks assigned. Each task has an estimated amount of time assigned to it. Some will take less time to complete a task and some may need more; however, if you are going over the amount of time assigned to "complete a task," there is a problem and you need to speak to me about it. Reasonable accommodations may be allowed. It is recommended that you do these tasks in order (except for Task 11 which is worked on every Wednesday for SSR).
FIT/Grammar: Activities assigned on a daily basis.
Task 1: Pretest
Completion time - ½ hour
Please complete the pretest BEFORE attempting ANY assignments. Please relax this will only test what you know at this point in time. You are graded for doing it regardless of your score.
Task 2: Background
Completion time to complete task - 2 hours
Watch the following video: Michael Woods
Write a one paragraph summary of the video.
Task 3: Beowulf Graphic Novel
Completion time to complete task - 12 hours
Complete the study guide.
Task 4: Themes in modern non-fiction
Completion time - 2 hours
Read the following articles: In 12th grade supplemental readings:
“Joseph Campbell’s Hero Cycle”, page 3 video
“The Hero’s Journey Defined”, pages 4-8
In a one-paragraph essay, discuss the Hero’s Journey as it applies to Beowulf.
Task 5: Essay
Completion time - 3 hours
Essay must be typed and submitted using Google Docs, unless you receive other instructions. You MUST DOUBLE-SPACE AND LEFT-JUSTIFY YOUR PAPER. You must complete the rubric handout and turn it in to have your essay graded. Essay must be at least 400 words and include examples from the book. Please note that the grading of your essay may take 24 hours or more. Please be sure to read this website for a complete understanding of what is involved in writing an informative essay.
Prompt:
With reference to the “Hero Cycle” compare and contrast Beowulf to a modern day hero. Possible heroes: Katniss Everdeen, Harry Potter, Superman, Martin Luther King, Jr., first responders, Mother Teresa, George Washington, Madame Curie, Christopher Columbus, Wolverine, …..
Task 6: Exam
Completion time - 1 hour
Must achieve a 70% or greater to pass.
Task 7: Contemporary Fiction
Completion time to complete task - 10 hours
Read The Hobbit. Text with audio
OR read Holes Text with audio
Write a five-paragraph essay and discuss the “Hero Cycle” as it applies to The Hobbit or Holes.
You must increase your TABE score to receive credit for this section.
Task 8: Project (Choose 1)
Completion time - 3 hours
Additional tasks may be assigned at teacher discretion.
FIT/Grammar: Activities assigned on a daily basis.
Task 1: Pretest
Completion time - ½ hour
Please complete the pretest BEFORE attempting ANY assignments. Please relax this will only test what you know at this point in time. You are graded for doing it regardless of your score.
Task 2: Background
Completion time to complete task - 2 hours
Watch the following video: Michael Woods
Write a one paragraph summary of the video.
Task 3: Beowulf Graphic Novel
Completion time to complete task - 12 hours
Complete the study guide.
Task 4: Themes in modern non-fiction
Completion time - 2 hours
Read the following articles: In 12th grade supplemental readings:
“Joseph Campbell’s Hero Cycle”, page 3 video
“The Hero’s Journey Defined”, pages 4-8
In a one-paragraph essay, discuss the Hero’s Journey as it applies to Beowulf.
Task 5: Essay
Completion time - 3 hours
Essay must be typed and submitted using Google Docs, unless you receive other instructions. You MUST DOUBLE-SPACE AND LEFT-JUSTIFY YOUR PAPER. You must complete the rubric handout and turn it in to have your essay graded. Essay must be at least 400 words and include examples from the book. Please note that the grading of your essay may take 24 hours or more. Please be sure to read this website for a complete understanding of what is involved in writing an informative essay.
Prompt:
With reference to the “Hero Cycle” compare and contrast Beowulf to a modern day hero. Possible heroes: Katniss Everdeen, Harry Potter, Superman, Martin Luther King, Jr., first responders, Mother Teresa, George Washington, Madame Curie, Christopher Columbus, Wolverine, …..
Task 6: Exam
Completion time - 1 hour
Must achieve a 70% or greater to pass.
Task 7: Contemporary Fiction
Completion time to complete task - 10 hours
Read The Hobbit. Text with audio
OR read Holes Text with audio
Write a five-paragraph essay and discuss the “Hero Cycle” as it applies to The Hobbit or Holes.
You must increase your TABE score to receive credit for this section.
Task 8: Project (Choose 1)
Completion time - 3 hours
- Prepare a presentation in which you discuss the themes from Beowulf across literature, film, art, and music.
- Prepare a presentation, using a different tool than the one used in the first presentation, in which you discuss bravery across the pieces you have studied.
- Prepare a presentation on any topic that interests you with prior permission from your teacher.
Additional tasks may be assigned at teacher discretion.