Introduction
Welcome to Ms. Flores 'The Fault in Our Star's' Class Webquest. This Webquest is designed specifically for 11-12 ELA classes. Students are to work individually and with their assigned group. In order to complete this Webquest, students are required to have read John Green's The Fault in Our Stars.
Students → We just finished reading about John Green's book, The Fault in Our Stars. We were introduced to the star-crossed friendship and romance of Hazel Grace and metaphor-loving Augustus Waters. Now, it is time to search a little bit deeper. We will learn a little bit more about the author, how the quote in Julius Caesar by Shakespeare ties into the title, and themes of the book are reflected in quotations. Each student is given individual tasks as well as tasks to be completed together by the group.
Task
Individually:
Each individual group member will be given a video in order to gain some background information regarding the author, John Green. Each group member is to write a a critique describing the interview. Within this critique students are to add something they learned from the interview about the novel. Additionally, each group member is to research the quote from Shakespeare's Julius Caesar and how it relates to the title of John Green's novel. Each individual group member is to write at least one page discussing the quote, and how that particular quote either relates or differs to the title of The Fault in Our Stars.
As a Group:
After each team member finishes the YouTube video, you are to discuss the video amongst your entire group. What is similar about each video? What is different? Did you like it? Did you learn anything?
After each team member finishes researching the meaning behind the quotation, as a group, you are to discuss this quote in relations to the novel.
Together, you are to identify major themes (at the very least three themes) seen throughout the novel. Afterwards, each team member is to find at least one quote, different from your other team mates, which exemplifies the selected theme. Each team member is to do this for each identified theme. Collectively, you are to write why each selected quote contributes to the selected theme. Finally, you are to create or find fan art images that include the selected quote for each theme, and create a PowerPoint, Glogster, Prezi, etc. that displays the theme with each quote that exemplifies it. Be prepared to present it to the class!
Remember, each paper needs to be typed using Times New Roman, 12 pt. font and double spaced! Also DO NOT FORGET that each paper needs to be sent via email to me.
Process
Individually:
Group Member 1
Watch the following YouTube video and write a critique (about one page) describing the interview. Include your opinion of the author and his answers for the questions he was asked. State anything you learned about the book after watching the interview.
[video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZg1KFLJiaE align:left]
Next, individually, are to analyze the following quote from Shakespeare's play, Julius Caesar: The fault, dear Brutus, is not in our stars, but in ourself, that we are underlings."
You are to do a google search for the quote, and find out what you think the quote means. See if there any interviews you can find in which he answers this question. Also, you might want to look at the following website: http://johngreenbooks.com/questions-about-the-fault-in-our-stars-spoile…
The title of this novel was taken from this particular quotation; however, it is important to notice, that although the quotes seemingly look similar, they differ greatly in meaning. Consider these differences and why are they important to the overall theme of The Fault in Our Stars.
After you have researched the title, you (individually) are to write at least one page discussing the similarities and differences between what the quote from Julius Caesar means versus what the title of The Fault in Our Stars mean.
***AFTER discussing themes with your group members, each group member is to find at least one quote, different from your other team mates, which exemplifies the selected theme.***
Group Member 2
Watch the following YouTube video and write a critique (about one page) describing the interview. Include your opinion of the author and his answers for the questions he was asked. State anything you learned about the book after watching the interview.
[video:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NsslMZ81jls align:left]
Next, individually, are to analyze the following quote from Shakespeare's play, Julius Caesar: The fault, dear Brutus, is not in our stars, but in ourself, that we are underlings."
You are to do a google search for the quote, and find out what you think the quote means. See if there any interviews you can find in which he answers this question. Also, you might want to look at the following website: http://johngreenbooks.com/questions-about-the-fault-in-our-stars-spoile…
The title of this novel was taken from this particular quotation; however, it is important to notice, that although the quotes seemingly look similar, they differ greatly in meaning. Consider these differences and why are they important to the overall theme of The Fault in Our Stars.
After you have researched the title, you (individually) are to write at least one page discussing the similarities and differences between what the quote from Julius Caesar means versus what the title of The Fault in Our Stars mean.
***AFTER discussing themes with your group members, each group member is to find at least one quote, different from your other team mates, which exemplifies the selected theme.***
Group Member 3
Watch the following YouTube video and write a critique (about one page) describing the interview. Include your opinion of the author and his answers for the questions he was asked. State anything you learned about the book after watching the interview.
[video:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YT2GOvg6zNA align:left]
Next, individually, are to analyze the following quote from Shakespeare's play, Julius Caesar: The fault, dear Brutus, is not in our stars, but in ourself, that we are underlings."
You are to do a google search for the quote, and find out what you think the quote means. See if there any interviews you can find in which he answers this question. Also, you might want to look at the following website: http://johngreenbooks.com/questions-about-the-fault-in-our-stars-spoile…
The title of this novel was taken from this particular quotation; however, it is important to notice, that although the quotes seemingly look similar, they differ greatly in meaning. Consider these differences and why are they important to the overall theme of The Fault in Our Stars.
After you have researched the title, you (individually) are to write at least one page discussing the similarities and differences between what the quote from Julius Caesar means versus what the title of The Fault in Our Stars mean.
***AFTER discussing themes with your group members, each group member is to find at least one quote, different from your other team mates, which exemplifies the selected theme.***
Group Member 4
Watch the following YouTube video and write a critique (about one page) describing the interview. Include your opinion of the author and his answers for the questions he was asked. State anything you learned about the book after watching the interview.
[video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UeAJLEpYxVk align:left]
Next, individually, are to analyze the following quote from Shakespeare's play, Julius Caesar: The fault, dear Brutus, is not in our stars, but in ourself, that we are underlings."
You are to do a google search for the quote, and find out what you think the quote means. See if there any interviews you can find in which he answers this question. Also, you might want to look at the following website: http://johngreenbooks.com/questions-about-the-fault-in-our-stars-spoile…
The title of this novel was taken from this particular quotation; however, it is important to notice, that although the quotes seemingly look similar, they differ greatly in meaning. Consider these differences and why are they important to the overall theme of The Fault in Our Stars.
After you have researched the title, you (individually) are to write at least one page discussing the similarities and differences between what the quote from Julius Caesar means versus what the title of The Fault in Our Stars mean.
***AFTER discussing themes with your group members, each group member is to find at least one quote, different from your other team mates, which exemplifies the selected theme.***
As a Group
-After each team member finishes the YouTube video, you are to discuss the video amongst your entire group. What is similar about each video? What is different? Did you like it? Did you learn anything?
-After each team member finishes researching the meaning behind the quotation, as a group, you are to discuss this quote in relations to the novel.
-Together, you are to identify major themes (at the very least three themes) seen throughout the novel. Afterwards, each team member is to find at least one quote, different from your other team mates, which exemplifies the selected theme. Each team member is to do this for each identified theme. Collectively, you are to write why each selected quote contributes to the selected theme. Each quote is to have an justification of at least 1 paragraph.
-Finally, you are to create or find fan art images that include the selected quote for each theme, and create a PowerPoint, Glogster, Prezi, etc. that displays the theme with each quote that exemplifies it. Be prepared to present it to the class on Monday.
Evaluation
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Significantly Below Expectations 1 |
Slightly Below Expectations 2 |
Meets Expectations 3 |
Surpasses Expectation 4 |
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John Green Video Interview Critique (Individual) |
Information has little or nothing to do with the main topic. There are many spelling/grammar issues. It is clear that student did not watch the selected interview. | Information clearly relates to the main topic, but no details and/or examples are given. There are still significant spelling/grammar issues. It is clear that the student does not have a great understanding of the interview. | Information clearly relates to the main topic. It provides 1-2 supporting details and/or examples from the interview. There are a few spelling/grammar errors. It is clear that the student has a solid understanding of the interview material. | Information clearly relates to the main topic. It includes several supporting details and/or examples from the interview. There are no spelling/grammar errors. It is clear that the student has an exceptional understanding of the material. |
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The Fault in Our Stars Title Analysis (Individual) |
Content is minimal and there are several factual errors. | Includes essential information regarding the topic, but there are 1-2 factual errors | Includes essential knowledge about the topic. Subject knowledge appears to be good. | Covers topic in-depth with details and examples. Subject Knowledge is excellent. |
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Quality of Presentation -Organization and inclusion of required images, theme, and explanation of quotations and how the contribute to the theme- (Group) |
There was no clear or logical organizational structure. Much of the content which was required is missing(about 50%). The final product is extremely unpolished and it appears that no effort was invested. | Content is logically organized for the most part; however, some required content seems to be missing (about 25%). The Final product is rough and unpolished, which in turn appears that little effort went into this assignment. | Content was organized well with the use of headings or bulleted list. Contains the least number of themes and quotations with explanations and analysis. | Content is well organized with the use of headings and bulleted list. Each group member shows a significant understanding of the quotations and how it relates to the theme. Themes and quotations are filled with in depth analysis and explanations. Presentation was of high quality. |
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Quotes selected for Theme justification paper (Group) |
Contains only 1 theme with many quotations missing. Students clearly show no understanding of how major themes can be seen within quotations. Many spelling and grammar errors. | Contains only 2 themes and some missing quotations. Each quote that is presented shows students somewhat have an understanding of how the quotes are related to the major themes; however, justification is less than the required word amount. Several spelling/grammar errors. | Contains at least 3 themes. Each theme contains at least 1 quote per group member with a justification of at least 1 paragraph per quote. Quotations chosen show how themes develop throughout the novel. Transitions and organization throughout paper is clearly seen. Contained very little spelling/grammar errors. Solid understanding of each theme and quotations. | Contains over 3 themes. Each theme contains at least 1 quote per group member with a justification over 1 paragraph per quote. Quotations chosen show how themes develop throughout the novel. Smooth transitions and organization of high quality. Contained no spelling/grammar errors. Shows an exceptional understanding of the material. |
Conclusion
YAY! Who is happy you did it? I AM! I AM! =)
You have completed the Webquest for the novel The Fault in Our Stars!
You have learned so much about various themes presented litertature, learned about the author and from the other, made conclusions about the meanings of a modern book and how it relates to the classics. You have all worked independently and collaboratively. You guys all did a wonderful job, and who's happy you did it? I AM! I AM! =)
Teacher Page
Standards addressed
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.11-12.2
Determine two or more themes or central ideas of a text and analyze their development over the course of the text, including how they interact and build on one another to produce a complex account; provide an objective summary of the text.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.11-12.5
Analyze how an author's choices concerning how to structure specific parts of a text contribute to its overall structure and meaning as well as its aesthetic impact.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.11-12.1
Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.11-12.2
Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.11-12.4
Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.
For ELL Students
Teacher should provide ELL student with a specific group member number in order to create transcript of the authors interview. Additionally, it may be a good idea to print out a PDF of the Webquest. Be sure to place ELL student with other students of different reading abilities (cooperative learning groups). It may be a good idea to assist your ELL student in gathering his thoughts for the paper assignments. Some teachers may want allow ELL students to have additional time to finish the papers.