Wednesday, October 2, 2013

Learning Objectives:

I can...

• understand the archetype of a hero's journey
• identify concrete examples of the hero's journey

Opening:

Nice job on the Explore test, I'll let you work independently and in your new small groups.  

• While you work, I'll circulate and check your SpringBoard books for your achievement on the following:
• Activities 1.1-1.5
• Activities 1.6-1.8

Work Period:

1. In your small groups, work through the Steps of a Hero's Journey through each Stage.  

• Describe the step in your own words. 
• Consider a film in which the Hero's Journey is present.
• The Star Wars Trilogy (Episodes I or IV)
• The Lion King
• For more, search for "Hero's Journey in Film" or visit http://www.imdb.com/list/U--U5IZii_w/
• Describe details from the film you've chosen and see how much of the film fits into the Archetypal Hero's Journey

Closing:

2. Why is each stage essential for a person's journey toward heroism? 

• Stage 1: Departure
• Stage 2: Initiation
• Stage 3: Return