Sequence: Teaching English with The Odyssey: Learning Values & Vocabulary with Digital Tools

Sequence Information
Sequence: Teaching English with The Odyssey: Learning Values & Vocabulary with Digital Tools
Description:
Keywords:  English, Odyssey, digital learning, Quizlet, Canva, collaboration

Subject: English

Audience: English language learners aged 12-14 years old with an English language level at A2-B1 CEFR

Run time: 45 minutes

Delivery Mode: In class and/ or distance learning, blended learning

Resources: Internet, youtube, canva, quizlet

Outline of Activities:

The sequence includes the following activities:
1.Brainstorming on the concept of a hero (2 minutes)
  Students write words or phrases that come to mind when they think of a hero.

2. Video screening & discussion on hero values (6 minutes)
  Watching a short video of Odysseus and Argos (2.5 minutes).
  Discussion – What values are highlighted in the scene? (4.5 minutes).

3. Reading short texts, answering questions & chat (16 minutes)
  Students, in groups, read short texts and
  answer questions (10 minutes).
  Brief presentation of answers (6 minutes).

4. Vocabulary – Flashcards on Quizlet (5 minutes)
  Students practice key hero-related vocabulary
  using flashcards.

5. Reading a short text & identifying key words (6
  minutes)
  Students identify and record key terms related
  to hero values.

6. Modern heroes (5 minutes)
  Students think and write about modern-day
  heroes and the values they represent.

7. 3-2-1 Exit Ticket (5 minutes)
  Students complete an exit ticket: 3 things they
  learned 2 questions they have 1 concept that
  impressed them

The following tools are used:

Flow tools: Grouping
Assessment tools: Assessment
Collaboration tools: Forum & Chat
Content tools: Noticeboard & Share resources
Reflective tools: Question & Answer

Author view:

Audience: Middle school Elementary High school
Subjects: Education
Language: English
LAMS Version: 4.9
License: Attribution-Noncommercial-ShareAlike
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Authored By:   Sophia Kouzouli
Date: 26 March 2025 02:14 PM
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