Introduction

Challenging Conceptions of Canadian Identity Grade 7/8 Lesson Unit

 

This lesson contains a lesson plan file and 6 BLMs.

 

At the end of this lesson, students will be able to…

 

• Use oral and active listening strategies in order to clearly communicate with their group partners and classmates.
• Critically analyse, question and deconstruct Canadian stereotypes while acknowledging and celebrating the diversity of Canada and the Canadian identity.
• Interpret and respond to a variety of art works, clearly discussing the symbols, signs and meanings.
• Discuss and compare how an art work created in the past would be different if it were made for a contemporary audience.
• Reflect on their own decision-making and art-making process.
• Communicate and reflect upon their strengths, challenges and areas for improvement.