Many of the classroom activities in this lesson plan incorporate technology, especially as a means of presenting students with art and music associated with Stevens's poetry. The internet will be used for research either in class or for homework on all days, while specific technology uses are listed below:
Day 1: The internet will be used to show students the PBS Voices and Visions documentary on Stevens.
Day 3: Students will use the internet to listen to and research musical compositions inspired by "Thirteen Ways of Looking at a Blackbird."
Day 4: Students will use Powerpoint or other presentation software to create a visual aid for a close-reading presentation on "The Idea of Order at...
