The lesson plan at hand tries to cover all important parts of a literary analysis (e.g. characterization, science, everyday life, political system, genre, social classes, author). In this connection there are plenty of exercises to acquaint the students with the novel.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Survey of the lesson plan
- Section 1: making the pupils curious about the book
- Section 2: chapter 1 - 3; introducing the system of Brave New World, introducing the main characters, narrator's point of view
- Section 3: chapter 4 + 5; characterising Bernard Marx, Lenina Crowne, Helmholtz Watson, Fanny Crowne; Soma, biblical aspects
- Section 4: chapter 6 + 7; difference between Bernard and Lenina, Bernard representing opposition, pun
- Section 5: chapter 8 – 10; taboos and senses of right and wrong in both worlds, Bernard and John, Bernard's plan
- Section 6: chapter 11 + 12; World of Shakespeare
- Section 7: chapter 13 - 15; genre, summing up everything that is part of the brave new world
- Section 8: chapter 16 and 17; Mustapha Mond and his background
- Section 9: consequences for our society
- Specific aspects
- Detailed lesson plan
- Proposal for a class test
- Works Cited
- Honesty Declaration
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This lesson plan aims to guide teachers and students through Aldous Huxley's dystopian novel, "Brave New World," in preparation for the German "Zentralabitur." It covers crucial aspects of a literary analysis, incorporating exercises designed to enhance students' understanding and oral skills in the English language.
- Dystopian Literature and Social Critique
- Genetic Engineering and Human Manipulation
- Social Classes and Power Dynamics
- The Role of Technology and Consumerism
- Individuality and Conformity
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The lesson plan guides students through the novel chapter by chapter, focusing on key themes, characters, and events.
- Section 1: This section introduces the novel and its context, sparking students' curiosity about the world of "Brave New World."
- Section 2: Chapters 1-3 introduce the dystopian society, the main characters, and the narrator's perspective, setting the stage for the exploration of the novel's themes.
- Section 3: Chapters 4 and 5 delve into the characters of Bernard Marx, Lenina Crowne, Helmholtz Watson, and Fanny Crowne, introducing concepts like Soma and biblical aspects.
- Section 4: Chapters 6 and 7 explore the differences between Bernard and Lenina, highlighting Bernard's opposition to the societal norms and the use of puns within the text.
- Section 5: Chapters 8-10 delve into the concept of taboos and right and wrong in the two worlds, introducing the character of John, and exploring Bernard's plan to disrupt the established order.
- Section 6: Chapters 11 and 12 explore the world of Shakespeare, examining its significance within the context of the dystopian society.
- Section 7: Chapters 13-15 delve into the genre of dystopian fiction and summarize the key elements of the Brave New World society.
- Section 8: Chapters 16 and 17 introduce the character of Mustapha Mond and delve into his background and role in the power structure.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Key themes and concepts explored in the lesson plan include dystopian literature, genetic engineering, social manipulation, power dynamics, social classes, technology, consumerism, individuality, conformity, and the impact of the Brave New World society on our own.
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- Annika Liebethal (Autor:in), 2008, Lesson Plan for Aldous Huxley's 'Brave New World', München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/94271
