About This Lesson
This lesson begins with an introduction to the history and nature of the Nobel Prize. Students then view Malala’s Nobel Peace Prize acceptance speech and go on to analyze its content. They learn about rhetorical devices and investigate their use and significance in the speech
Malala’s speech and this lesson can be used in a variety of contexts, including as an extension of a full unit on her experiences, which demonstrate so much about human potential. The speech is great for communication classes as a model of persuasive rhetoric, as well as in writing courses. It can also be a powerful catalyst in service learning, as students look around to see issues in their own schools and neighborhoods they can contribute to.
This lesson plan includes:
- Handout about the Nobel Peace Prize
- Worksheet analyzing Malala's Nobel acceptance speech
- Handout on Rhetorical Devices
- Extension Activities.
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