Shooting an Elephant Lesson Plan

If all of the elements of this lesson plan are employed, students will develop the following powers, skills, and understanding:

1. 1

   Students will be able to explore both the personal and sociological impacts of imperialism.

2. 2

   Students will be able to consider the impact of Orwell's perspective and style on their understanding of the piece.

3. 3

   Students will conduct research to set the essay in its historical context.

4. 4

   Students will analyze their own experiences of power, risk, and humiliation and how they connect with Orwell's ideas.