Standard 2
Students will read, write, listen and speak for literary response and expression

Standard 3
Students will read, write, listen and speak for critical analysis and evaluation.

Standard 4
Students will read, write, listen and speak for social interaction

Time Required:
 

Two 45-minute periods

Students are currently reading the novel, Night and will also read The Merchant of Venice.  Students have had extensive background on The Holocaust through documentaries, readings, poetry, and a movie.  Implementation will take two 45-minute class periods.  Post Lessons and Activities will depend on the presentation.  They could include anywhere from two to five classes.  Students will be assessed through writing which will be determined when I have a better idea of the content of the presentation.

Logistical Planning:
We will discuss what video conferencing is and who we will videoconference with.  I will give them information on The Tolerance Museum.  We will also practice and discuss the proper decorum for video conferencing.  This does not apply to this particular class.

Technique and Observations:
Students may do a group presentation that includes information from the presentation.  They will also be assessed through and essay and journal writing.

I will grade their essays through criteria that has been established in the assignment.