Title: Module 9 Unit Plan Subject/Grade: ELA 8

Topic: Edgar Allan Poe: The Tell-Tale Heart Teacher: C. Mey

Common Core Standards:

RL8.1 Cite the textual evidence that most strongly supports an analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
RL8.3 Analyze how particular lines of dialogue or incidents in a story or drama propel the action, reveal aspects of a character, or provoke a
decision.
RL8.4 Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the
impact of specific word choices on meaning, mood, and tone, including analogies or allusions to other texts.
RL8.6 Analyze how differences in the points of view and perspectives of the characters and the audience or reader (e.g., created through the use
of dramatic irony) create effects such as suspense or humor.

SL8.1a Come to discussions prepared, having read or researched material under study; explicitly draw on that preparation by referring to
evidence on the topic, text, or issue to probe and reflect on ideas under discussion.
SL8.4 Present claims and findings, emphasizing salient points in a focused, coherent manner with relevant evidence, sound valid reasoning,
and well-chosen details; use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation.
SL8.6 Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate. (See grade 8
Language standards 1 and 3 for specific expectations.)

W8.2b Introduce a topic clearly, previewing what is to follow; organize ideas, concepts, and information into broader categories; include
formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., charts, tables), and multimedia to aid comprehension, if needed.
W8.4 Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.
(Grade-specific expectations for writing types are defined in standards 1–3 above.)
W8.9a Apply grade 8 Reading standards to literature (e.g., “Analyze how a modern work of fiction alludes to themes, patterns of events, or
character types from myths, traditional stories, and religious literary texts, such as (but not limited to) the Bible and The Epic of Gilgamesh,
including describing how the material is rendered new”).
W8.10 Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day
or two) for a range of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and audiences.

L8.2 Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.
L8.4c Consult general and specialized reference materials (e.g., dictionaries, glossaries, thesauruses), both print and digital, to find the
pronunciation of a word or determine or clarify its precise meaning or part of speech.

NETS*S Standards:
Creativity and Innovation
Students demonstrate creative thinking, construct knowledge, and develop innovative products and processes using technology.
- Apply existing knowledge to generate new ideas, products, or processes
Communication and Collaboration
Students use digital media and environments to communicate and work collaboratively, including at a distance, to support
individual learning and contribute to the learning of others.
- Interact, collaborate, and publish with peers, experts, or others employing a variety of digital environments and media
 - Communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences using a variety of media and formats
Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Decision Making
Students use critical thinking skills to plan and conduct research, manage projects, solve problems, and make informed decisions
using appropriate digital tools and resources.
- Identify and define authentic problems and significant questions for investigation
- Plan and manage activities to develop a solution or complete a project
- Collect and analyze data to identify solutions and/or make informed decisions

Students will be able to…

- Determine the point of view from which a story is told
- Evaluate the credibility of a narrator
- Identify techniques used to create suspense in a fictional account

Vocabulary: Materials:
● Point of view ● Computer/projector
○ method of narration used in a short story, novel,
narrative poem, or work of nonfiction ● Chromebooks (1-to-1)
● Unreliable narrator
○ a narrator whose assessment of events cannot ● Online textbook (my.hrw.com)
be trusted for some reason ● Hard-copy textbook
● Repetition
○ the use of the same word/words more than once ● Paper/pencil *optional
● Suspense
○ a sense of growing tension, fear, and excitement
● Conceive - think of it
● Vex - to annoy that person
● Stifle - to smother it
● Crevice - a narrow crack
● Audacity - shameless, daring, or boldness
● Vehemently - to do it with intense emotion
● Derision - jeering laughter of ridicule
● Hypocritical - false or deceptive

DAY ONE

Content Standards: W 8.2b, W 8.4, L 8.2a, L 8.4c

NETS*S Standards: Creativity and Innovation -
Students demonstrate creative thinking, construct knowledge, and develop innovative products and processes using technology.
 - Apply existing knowledge to generate new ideas, products, or processes
Objective: Students will be introduced to one of the most well-known horror/suspense authors of all time, Edgar Allan Poe.
Students will test their current knowledge over Poe and then conduct an internet scavenger hunt to research the famous poet.

Introduction: Who is Edgar Allan Poe? Video

(EdPuzzle - https://edpuzzle.com/media/5ea318b2183fc33f6492c38d)
● Show video and answer the correlating questions together

Pre-Assessment: How Well Do You Know Poe & The Tell-Tale Heart? Quiz
(Google Forms - https://forms.gle/Vi6JZV7SAL4mfPPQ6)
● Set timer for 10-15 minutes for students to complete the short quiz
○ Assessing current knowledge of Poe

Anticipatory Set: EAP Scavenger Hunt

(Google Docs - https://docs.google.com/document/d/152J4TK4EobUAfvshRtrqbgorTJr5wBR_wxxL1_AVChg/edit?usp=sharing )
● Break students up into pairs
○ Use Antonym cards (sprint = stroll, victory = defeat)
● Using the Internet, research and find the answers to the following questions
● Be sure to use credible scholarly sources (some I have provided for you)
● Type/write your answers in a seperate Google Docs
● Turn into Google Classroom when done (Assignment = EAP Scavenger Hunt)

DAY TWO

Content Standards: RL 8.1, RL 8.3, RL 8.4, SL 8.1a, SL 8.4, SL 8.6, L 8.2a

NETS*S Standards: N/A
Objective: Students will read The Tell-Tale Heart by Edgar Allan Poe and answer Task Card questions to improve comprehension
and understanding of the story.

Collections 2 The Thrill of Horror -- my.hrw.com

Read The Tell-Tale Heart -- pg. 89-94
● Close-Read Modeled Discussion
○ Show video after reading the first paragraph (pg. 89)
● Review vocab when word is used in reading
○ Conceive: think of it
○ Vex: annoy
○ Stifle: smother
○ Crevice: a narrow crack
○ Audacity: shameless daring or boldness
 ○ Vehemently: with intense emotion
○ Derision: jeering laughter or ridicule
○ Hypocritical: false or deceptive
● Point of view -- first person
● Unreliable narrator
● Repetition -- lines 80-93 (to feel, stealthily)
● Suspense -- lines 103-115 (growing tension, fear, and excitement felt by readers)
● Dash -- sudden break in thought / pause or pay attention / better hear a narrator’s thoughts

DAY THREE

Content Standards: RL 8.2a, RL 8.2b, SL 8.1a, SL 8.1b, SL 8.1c, SL 8.1d, SL 8.5, L 8.4
NETS*S Standards: Communication and Collaboration -
Students use digital media and environments to communicate and work collaboratively, including at a distance, to support
individual learning and contribute to the learning of others.
- Interact, collaborate, and publish with peers, experts, or others employing a variety of digital environments and media
- Communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences using a variety of media and formats
Objective: Students will further their literary vocabulary and understanding of The Tell-Tale Heart by answering various Task
Cards in small groups.

The Tell-Tale Heart Task Cards Activity

(Google Slides - https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1VGNzR0uq10PyueMKkiFu8c3Xd3MfgRrm09l8BEMhdHw/edit?usp=sharing )
● Introduce each Task Card
○ #1 - Author’s Purpose
○ #2 - Central Idea
○ #3 - Theme
○ #4 - Characterization
○ #5 - Point of View
○ #6 - Time Period
○ #7 - Real Life Influences
○ #8 - Figurative Language
● Students will work in small groups (3-4 students per group)
● One group member will have a Chromebook and/or textbook -- to reference the story
● Rotate around the room to answer multiple task cards (5-8 minutes per card)
● Each tasks’ Criteria can be found on the slide that follows (See example below)
● Turn into Google Classroom when done (Assignment = EAP Task Cards Activity)
EXAMPLE:
SLIDE 1 (FRONT) : Task #1 - Author’s Purpose → What do you think was Edgar Allan Poe’s purpose for writing “The Tell-Tale Heart”? Use
textual evidence from the story to support your response.
SLIDE 2 (BACK): Task #1 - Author’s Purpose: Criteria → Your response should include:
- A detailed explanation of the author’s purpose for writing The Tell-Tale Heart.
- Explanation should be supported with textual evidence and/or a personal connection, opinion, or insight.
- Response should be at least one paragraph in length.

DAY FOUR

Content Standards: RL 8.1, RL 8.2, RL 8.3, W 8.8, SL 8.5

NETS*S Standards: Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision Making -
Students use critical thinking skills to plan and conduct research, manage projects, solve problems, and make informed decisions
using appropriate digital tools and resources.
- Identify and define authentic problems and significant questions for investigation
- Plan and manage activities to develop a solution or complete a project
- Collect and analyze data to identify solutions and/or make informed decisions
Objective: Students will use technology to complete an Escape Room: Escape By Morning 360°, using their overall knowledge and
understanding of the text The Tell-Tale Heart.

Post-Assessment: Escape Room: The Tell-Tale Heart 360°

(https://sites.google.com/view/tell-tale-heart-escape-room/home)
● Clue #1 - The Bold and The Puzzle
(https://www.biography.com/people/edgar-allan-poe-9443160)
● Clue #2 - Don’t Be Late! & Google Earth
(https://www.jigsawplanet.com/?rc=play&pid=215454ad0d4c&view=iframe&bgcolor=0x55d1ec)
● Clue #3 - Every Night I Hear…
(https://youtu.be/IJk_Gd_r_Co)
● Clue #4 - Time Is Not On Your Side
(https://youtu.be/qFqpNbloQX4)
● Clue #5 - Test Your Knowledge
(https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSff2fY0B1I6O_9T9Sq54GhnHwCxBExH0K1QPhQCldsrjcvy9g/viewform)

The Tell-Tale Heart PDF (for student reference)

(https://americanenglish.state.gov/files/ae/resource_files/the_tell-tale_heart_0.pdf)

Exit Ticket: How Well Do You Know Poe & The Tell-Tale Heart NOW?
(Socrative - https://b.socrative.com/teacher/#import-quiz/46755876)
● Set timer for 10-15 minutes for students to complete the short quiz
○ Assessing overall knowledge of Poe now