Mythology Frayer Model Activity

Description

A handy assessment for before, during or after a mythology unit. Looking for a way into a culturally-respectful world mythology unit? Look no further! This FULLY EDITABLE Google Slides activity can be used as-is for distance learning or printed for use in the classroom.

How This Resource Contributes to Learning

Before we begin to learn anything, it is scientifically proven that activating previous knowledge can help the new learning ‘stick’. Whether you want the class to start with a common understanding of the concept of mythology, assess their understanding at any stage through the unit, or do a before/after comparison of their learning – this is the resource for you.

What’s Included

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The file includes a fully-editable Google Slides template that you can share with your students. It can also be downloaded from Google Drive and edited with PPT or printed if you prefer to do the activity off screens. Access this resource to get:

1. Ideas for different ways you can use this activity
2. A Frayer model template that can be printed or completed online or with PPT
3. Full student instructions for how to complete each section of the Frayer model
4. An example of a completed Frayer model to clarify the instructions
5. My ongoing support

You are free to ‘steal’ this idea by creating or finding a Frayer model template online, adding the instructions and deciding how best to use it yourself. Alternatively, you could free up some extra time and purchase this tried-and-tested resource for less than the cost of your favourite treat! Note that you are not paying for a blank template – you are paying for the time it took me to refine this and provide a comprehensive resource for learning. It took me a couple of hours – and multiple test runs – to perfect this for use with students. What’s your time worth?

This resource is part of a series that aims to widen your students’ (and perhaps your) familiarity with myths beyond the traditional Greek and Roman ones taught in Western classrooms. While these resources can often be used with Greco-Roman stories, they do not start from any particular cultural perspective and are open enough to use with any pantheon or selection of texts.  The series in its entirety will provide approaches, activities and texts with a ‘pick and mix’ approach, guidance and suggestions so you can design the learning experience that bests suits your students.

Upskill As You Teach!

Review why introducing our students to experiences beyond their own cultural domain might be important in these blog posts:

• Windows and Mirrors – Culturally Sensitive Education
• Getting Started with Culturally-Sustaining Mythology

Tech Tips

This FULLY EDITABLE Google Slides activity can be used as-is or added to your students’ digital notebook by asking them to copy or import it from a shared file or by following the instructions here. If you prefer a paper-based version of this activity, check out my store for a printable alternative.

*A Google account is needed to edit this product online. Alternatively, you can access the file on Google, then download and edit with PPT.

Need support with this or any other tech tools? I’m here for you, as a Google Certified Educator, with or without a purchase. Email me: abena@diversityinmind.com

Tried and Tested

I am used to teaching mixed-ability classes with EAL students and all my students can rise to this challenge, from those who are below to those who are above grade level. I only list materials that have been successful and I always collect feedback from my students to ensure high engagement and rigour.