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Lesson Title First Things First
Unit Title I am Not a Robot
NRS Level Level 3; Level 4; 
Length of Lesson 90 minutes
Lesson Purpose

Students will learn 2 types of text structure; chronological order and problem/solution with a focus on their importance in the workplace, i.e., taking and following directions, problem solving when things do not work the way they are suppose to.  


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Lesson Objectives

At the end of this lesson, students will be able to write and follow explicit directions. 

Student Target

I can write and follow directions.

I can problem solve when needed. 

CCR Standards
Reading
  • Interpret words and phrases as they are used in a text, including determining technical, connotative, and figurative meanings, and analyze how specific word choices shape meaning or tone. (Apply this standard to texts of appropriate complexity as outlined by Standard 10.)

  • Analyze the structure of texts, including how specific sentences, paragraphs, and larger portions of the text (e.g., a section, chapter, scene, or stanza) relate to each other and the whole. (Apply this standard to texts of appropriate complexity as outlined by Standard 10.)

Lead CCR Level Specific Standards
Reading Anchor 5: Level C
  • Describe the overall structure (e.g., chronology, comparison, cause/effect, problem/solution) of events, ideas, concepts, or information in a text or part of a text.

Reading Anchor 4: Level C
  • Determine the meaning of general academic and domain-specific words and phrases in a text relevant to a topic or subject area.

Supporting CCR Level Specific Standards
  • Determine the meaning of general academic and domain-specific words and phrases in a text relevant to a topic or subject area.
  • Describe the overall structure (e.g., chronology, comparison, cause/effect, problem/solution) of events, ideas, concepts, or information in a text or part of a text.
KYAE Employability Standards
  • E.1 Effectively contribute to a team through cooperation, leadership, and giving and accepting critical feedback to work toward a common goal.

  • E.5 Utilize resources responsibly.

  • E.7 Accurately analyze information and respond appropriately.