Lesson Plan | Traditional Methodology | Title: Expectations Related to the Text

Objectives

Duration: 10 to 15 minutes

The purpose of this stage of the lesson plan is to ensure that students understand the importance of a title in a text, as well as the expectations it generates in the reader. This will serve as a basis for developing skills in textual analysis, critical reading, and interpretation.

Main Objectives

1. Recognize the title of a text and its importance.

2. Verify the meaning generated by the title of a text.

3. Identify the expectations created in the reader by the title of the text.

Introduction

Duration: 10 to 15 minutes

 Purpose: The purpose of this stage of the lesson plan is to ensure that students understand the importance of a title in a text as well as the expectations it generates in the reader. This will serve as a basis for developing skills in textual analysis, critical reading, and interpretation.

Context

 Context: Start the lesson by explaining that every text has a title and that it plays a crucial role in communicating the main message of the text. The title serves as a gateway to the content, giving the reader a preview of what to expect. Additionally, the title can influence the reader's decision to continue reading or not. Use examples of titles from books, newspaper articles, and magazines that students may know. Highlight that, when reading a title, we already begin to form a series of expectations about what we will find in the text.

Curiosities

 Curiosity: Did you know that many writers and journalists spend hours choosing the perfect title for their texts? The title not only attracts the reader's attention but can also influence their perception and interest in the content. On digital platforms like blogs and social media, well-crafted titles are essential for increasing visibility and engagement, as many readers decide whether to click on a link based solely on the title.

Development

Duration: 50 to 60 minutes

 Purpose: The purpose of this stage is to deepen students' understanding of the importance and impact of titles in texts. By addressing the different types of titles and analyzing real examples, students will be able to identify the strategies used to create expectations in the reader and apply this knowledge in creating their own titles.

Covered Topics

1.  The Role of the Title in a Text: Explain that the title is the reader's first contact with the text and that it should be attractive and informative. Discuss how a good title can capture the reader's attention and provide a clear idea of the content. 2.  Types of Titles: Detail the different types of titles, such as descriptive titles (which describe the content), attention-grabbing titles (which seek to attract attention), and interrogative titles (which ask a question to spark curiosity). 3.  Creating Expectations: Explain how titles generate expectations in the reader. Address how the choice of words, tone, and style of the title can influence the reader's perception and anticipation of the text. 4.  Analysis of Real Examples: Present students with a series of titles from different types of texts, such as books, newspaper articles, magazines, and blog posts. Analyze each title, discussing what type of expectation it creates and how it can influence the reader's decision to continue reading. 5.  Title Creation Practices: Provide guidelines and tips on how to create effective titles. Discuss the importance of clarity, conciseness, and relevance. Encourage students to think about their target audience when creating a title.

Classroom Questions

1. 1. Analyze the title 'The Enigma of the Stars'. What expectations does this title create in the reader? What type of text do you expect to find with this title? 2. 2. Compare the titles 'The Digital Revolution' and 'How Technology is Changing Our Lives'. Which title do you find more attractive and why? What expectations does each title generate? 3. 3. Create a title for a text about the benefits of reading in adolescence. Justify your choice and explain what kind of expectation you expect the title to create in the reader.

Questions Discussion

Duration: 20 to 25 minutes

 Purpose: The purpose of this stage is to reinforce and consolidate students' learning about the importance of titles in texts through detailed discussion and reflection on practical examples. This helps ensure that students internalize the concepts addressed and develop a critical understanding of how titles can influence reading and interpretation of texts.

Discussion

• Discussion of Questions:

• 1. Analyze the title 'The Enigma of the Stars'. What expectations does this title create in the reader? What type of text do you expect to find with this title?
• • Explain that 'The Enigma of the Stars' creates an expectation of mystery and curiosity. The reader may expect to find a text discussing astronomical phenomena, theories about the universe, or even a science fiction story. The use of the word 'Enigma' suggests that there is something to be unraveled, attracting readers who enjoy intellectual challenges or mysteries.
• 2. Compare the titles 'The Digital Revolution' and 'How Technology is Changing Our Lives'. Which title do you find more attractive and why? What expectations does each title generate?
• • Detail that 'The Digital Revolution' is more concise and direct, suggesting a text that addresses radical changes brought by technology. On the other hand, 'How Technology is Changing Our Lives' is more descriptive and personal, suggesting a text that explores specific and everyday impacts of technology. The first title may attract readers interested in a broad and comprehensive view, while the second may appeal to those interested in practical and personal examples.
• 3. Create a title for a text about the benefits of reading in adolescence. Justify your choice and explain what kind of expectation you expect the title to create in the reader.
• • Encourage students to suggest titles like 'Reading: The Passport to the Adolescent Future'. Explain that this title creates the expectation that the text will discuss how reading can be a transformative tool for young people. The use of 'Passport' suggests growth and opportunities, attracting both adolescents and their parents and educators.

Student Engagement

1. Student Engagement: 2. 1. Ask students: 'What title from a recent book or article caught your attention, and why?' 3. 2. Propose a reflection: 'How can a title influence your decision to read a text?' 4. 3. Question: 'Have you ever felt misled by a title? How did it affect your perception of the text?' 5. 4. Encourage: 'Create an alternative title for a famous text and explain how it could change the reader's expectations.' 6. 5. Discuss: 'What are the characteristics of an effective title?'

Conclusion

Duration: 10 to 15 minutes

The purpose of this stage of the lesson plan is to recap the main points addressed, reinforce the connection between theory and practice, and highlight the importance of the topic for students' daily lives. This ensures that students leave the lesson with a clear and applied understanding of the function and impact of titles in texts.

Summary

• The title of a text is crucial, as it is the reader's first contact with the content and can influence their decision to continue reading.
• There are different types of titles, such as descriptive, attention-grabbing, and interrogative, each generating distinct expectations.
• The choice of words, tone, and style of the title influences reader expectations.
• Analyzing real examples of titles helps understand how they create expectations.
• Guidelines and tips for creating effective titles, focusing on clarity, conciseness, and relevance.

The lesson connected the theory about the importance of titles with practice through the analysis of real examples and the creation of titles by students. This allowed students to apply theoretical concepts in practical situations, reinforcing their understanding of how titles influence reading and interpretation of texts.

Understanding the importance of titles is essential in daily life, as they are present in books, articles, news, and even on social media. A well-crafted title can capture the reader's attention and influence their decision to read or not read a text. Moreover, knowing how to create effective titles is a valuable skill both in academic and professional life.