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Scholars reflect upon colonial jobs such as a blacksmith, cooper, shoemaker, etc. Together, the class writes a job application as a practice for working independently. Learners employ their experience in writing a job application for a position of their choice.
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Instructional Ideas
- Make an anchor chart with the lesson's academic vocabulary for pupils to reference while they write
- Review steps to write a paragraph, invite participants to use their notes for help when needed
- Align the lesson with a social studies unit on American Colonies
Classroom Considerations
- The lesson is the fourth of 16 from a unit within a module all about reading
- Previous and future lessons from the unit are mentioned
Pros
- The guided practice offers ample opportunity to ask and answer questions
- Colonial job application writing combines a modern-day practice in a historical context
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- None