If all of the elements of this lesson plan are employed, students will develop the following powers, skills, and understanding:
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Students will conduct a field experiment to more directly experience the social phenomena on which Ionesco comments in the play.
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Students will research psychology to gain a deeper understanding of one possible frame through which to view The Chairs.
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Students will distill important themes from the play and engage with these themes through the diverse media of visual art, digital presentations, live role play, and creative writing.
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Students will be exposed to carefully selected supplementary readings to enhance their understanding of Ionesco's...
