Subject: Discipline and Ideas in the Social Sciences

Grade Level: Grade 11

Objective: Psychoanalysis and Rational Choice

Learning Across Curriculum:

1) English Literature - Analyzing characters' motivations and choices in literary

works, such as Shakespeare's Macbeth or F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby,
can provide insights into psychoanalysis and rational choice.

2) Mathematics - Exploring decision-making processes in mathematical models,

such as game theory or optimization problems, can demonstrate the application of
rational choice theory.

3) Biology - Studying animal behavior and the decision-making processes behind

their actions can provide examples of how psychoanalysis and rational choice apply
to the natural world.

Review Motivation:

1) Teaching Strategy: Interactive Quizzes

Instructional Materials: Online quiz platform or flashcards

- Create a quiz that challenges students to analyze the motivations and choices of
characters in literature, math problems, or animal behavior.

- Use the quiz as a warm-up activity to engage students' critical thinking skills and
spark their interest in psychoanalysis and rational choice.

2) Teaching Strategy: Role-Playing

 Instructional Materials: Character role cards, props (optional)

- Assign students different roles, such as characters from literature or participants

in a mathematical game, and have them act out scenarios that require making
rational choices based on psychoanalysis.

- Encourage students to embody the motivations and thought processes of their

assigned roles, fostering a deeper understanding of psychoanalysis and rational
choice.

3) Teaching Strategy: Picture Analysis

Instructional Materials: Pictures related to literature, mathematical models, and

animal behavior

- Show students a series of pictures depict various scenarios from different

subjects.

- Ask students to analyze motivations and choices of the characters or organisms

in the pictures, connecting them to concepts of psychoanalysis rational choice.

Activity 1: Analyzing Literary

Teaching Strategy: Discussion

Materials: Excerpts from literary works, prompts

Significance: This activity allows students to psychoanalysis and rational choice to

characters, deepening their understanding of the subject.

Instructions:

1) Divide students into small groups and provide each group with an excerpt from a
literary work.

2) Ask students to analyze the motivations and choices of the characters in the
excerpt, considering how psychoanalysis and rational choice play a role.

3) Facilitate a class discussion based on the group's analysis.

Rubric:

- Analysis of motivations and choices: 15 pts

- Application of psychoanalysis and rational choice: 10 pts

Assessment Questions:

1) How does the character's psychoanalysis influence their choices in the excerpt?

2) Can you identify any instances of rational choice in the character's decision-
making process?

3) How does understanding the character's motivations enhance your understanding

of psychoanalysis and rational choice?

Activity 2: Rational Decision-Making in Mathematics

Teaching Strategy: Problem-Based Learning

Materials: Mathematical problems related to rational choice, calculators (if

necessary)

Significance: This activity allows students to apply rational choice theory to real-life
mathematical problems.

Instructions:

1) Present students with a series of mathematical problems that require making

rational decisions.

2) In small groups, students should analyze each problem, considering the

motivations and thought processes behind their choices.

3) Have groups present their solutions and discuss their reasoning with the class.

Rubric:

- Application of rational choice theory: 15 pts

- Accuracy and clarity of solutions: 10 pts

Assessment Questions:

1) How does rational choice apply to the decision-making process in each

mathematical problem?

2) Can you identify any instances of psychoanalysis that may influence the choices
made in these problems?

3) How does understanding rational choice theory enhance your problem-solving

skills in mathematics?

Activity 3: Animal Behavior Analysis

Teaching Strategy: Inquiry-Based Learning

Materials: Videos or images of animals exhibiting different behaviors, observation

sheets

Significance: This activity allows students to observe and analyze animal behavior
through the lens of psychoanalysis and rational choice.

Instructions:

1) Show students videos or images of animals exhibiting various behaviors.

2) In pairs or small groups, students should observe and analyze the motivations and
choices behind the behavior they observe.

3) Have groups present their findings and discuss the application of psychoanalysis
and rational choice to animal behavior.

Rubric:

- Analysis of motivations and choices: 15 pts

- Connection to psychoanalysis and rational choice: 10 pts

Assessment Questions:

1) How does psychoanalysis help explain the motivations behind the observed
animal behavior?

2) Can you identify any instances of rational choice in the animal's decision-making
process?

3) How does understanding animal behavior through psychoanalysis and rational

choice contribute to our understanding of human behavior?

ANALYSIS:

Activity 1 - By analyzing literary characters' motivations and choices, students can

gain a deeper understanding of psychoanalysis and rational choice within the context
of literature. This analysis allows students to apply theoretical concepts to real-life
situations, fostering critical thinking and interpretation skills.

Activity 2 - Applying rational choice theory to mathematical problems helps students

understand how decision-making processes can be influenced by logical reasoning.
This activity promotes problem-solving skills and highlights the practical application
of rational choice theory in various contexts.

Activity 3 - Analyzing animal behavior through the lens of psychoanalysis and

rational choice allows students to observe and understand the decision-making
processes of non-human organisms. This activity encourages students to make
connections between human and animal behavior, broadening their perspective on
psychoanalysis and rational choice.

ABSTRACTION:

Psychoanalysis and rational choice involve understanding the motivations and

decision-making processes of individuals. By analyzing various subjects such as
literature, mathematics, and animal behavior, students can identify common patterns
and that contribute to a deeper understanding of these concepts. This understanding
can enhance their critical thinking skills and provide insights into human behavior.

APPLICATION:

Task 1 - Role-Playing: Students will participate in a role-playing activity where they

have to make decisions based on psychoanalysis and rational choice. They can
choose characters from literature, act out mathematical scenarios, or portray animals
making decisions. This activity allows students to apply what they have learned to
concrete examples in real life.
 2 - Case: Students will analyze-life case studies that involve psychoanalysis and
rational choice. They will be presented with scenarios and asked to evaluate the
motivations and choices made by individuals or groups. This activity encourages
critical thinking and the application of theoretical concepts to practical situations.

ASSESSMENT:

Teaching Strategy: Differentiation

Instructional Materials: Assessment sheets

Question 1: Provide a case study where the motivations and choices of the
individuals involved can be analyzed using psychoanalysis and rational choice.
(Discussion)

Question 2: Solve a mathematical problem that requires making rational choices

based on given constraints. Explain the decision-making process using rational
choice theory. (Problem-Based Learning)

Question 3: Analyze a literary character's motivations and choices in a given

excerpt. How does psychoanalysis and rational choice apply to their decision-
making? (Discussion)

Assignment:

1) Assignment Overview: Students will conduct independent research on a real-life

scenario where psychoanalysis and rational choice play a significant role. They will
write a report summarizing their findings and analyzing the motivations and choices
made by the individuals involved.

Assignment Question: Choose a real-life scenario (e.g., a historical event, a

business decision) and explain how psychoanalysis and rational choice can be
applied to analyze the motivations and choices made by the individuals involved.

2) Assignment Overview: Students will create a concept map that illustrates the
connections between psychoanalysis, rational choice, and various subjects studied
in class (literature, mathematics, animal behavior, etc.). They will explain the
significance of these connections and provide examples to support their claims.
 Assignment Question: Create a concept map that demonstrates the relationships
between psychoanalysis, rational choice, and different subjects. Explain how these
connections deepen our understanding of psychoanalysis and rational choice.

Please note that the rubrics, assessment questions, and assignment questions
provided are examples and can be modified based on the specific needs and
preferences of the teacher and students.