If all of the elements of this lesson plan are employed, students will develop the following powers, skills, and understanding:
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To place Zami: A Spelling of My New Name within the context of Audre Lorde’s life as a whole through research of relevant histories and cultures.
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To perform literary analysis by identifying and analyzing important scenes and quotes.
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To perform cultural analysis by identifying the functions of race, class, sexuality, and gender within the narrative.
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To write research-based pieces based on the analysis of the text.
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To present complex information to peers through formal and informal presentations and discussions.
