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1. Question The psychological approach was developed in the late 1800s and early 1900s by Sigmund Freud (1856-1939) and his followers. Psychological criticism has led to new ideas about the nature of the creative process, the mind of the artist, and the motivations of characters. 1111 2222 3333 6666 5555 4444 Next Image Source: www.clipart.com by subscriptionwww.clipart.com Characters on the Couch: The Psychological Approach to Literary Criticism

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2. Information Sources Psychological Analysis can look closely at the characters and the psychological motivations present in their story and/or back story. Psychological Analysis can also look closely at the life of the author to determine what in his/her life caused him/her to write characters in a specific way and give the characters specific attributes. Digital Resources on the Psychological Approach : Sigmund Freud Abraham Maslow Alfred AdlerAlfred Adler | Adlerian ConceptsAdlerian Concepts Carl Jung Lawrence Kohlberg Erik EriksonErik Erikson | Eriksons Ego PsychologyEriksons Ego Psychology 1111 2222 3333 6666 5555 4444 Next Image Source: World Book Advanced, by subscriptionsubscription Image Source: SIRS, by subscription subscription Freud Jung

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3. Student Activity Use this Inquiry Organizer to gather information on each theorist and answer the questions provided. You will use the resources found on slide 2 to complete the worksheet.Inquiry Organizer Focus on what each theorist proposes as a motivation for human behavior. Provide the name of the information source you used to answer each question 1111 2222 3333 6666 5555 4444 Next Image Source: www.clipart.com by subscriptionwww.clipart.com

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4. Assessment Activity Now you will apply concepts from the psychological approach to characters in works of fiction. Your teacher will approve your character choice before you begin to create your product. Options for your product include but are not limited to 1111 2222 3333 6666 5555 4444 Next Writing a journal entry (paragraph) explaining how your characters actions/motivations can be examined through the lens of the psychological approach. Your teacher may have you share your journal entry by posting it on a Wiki page, Padlet or Voice Thread (text or audio entry).PadletVoice Thread One pager to create a collage using text from your notes, digital images and text from your assigned text. The scoring tool is included.One pager Glogster to create a Glog (interactive poster) using text from your notes and digital images from the information sources. Scoring Tool for student created Glogsters.GlogsterScoring Tool Your teacher or library media specialist can provide instructions for accessing student accounts in Glogster and sharing your Glog with classmates. Examples of a student made Glog that discusses character analysis/ literary criticism In the Time of Butterflies

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5. Enrichment Activities Here are some online resources to help assist you in applying literary criticism Browse for Criticism Critical Lens Here are videos on the theories behind the psychological approach to further your understanding Abraham Maslows Hierarchy of Needs Kohlberg Moral Development 1111 2222 3333 6666 5555 4444 Next Click the image above to play a video about Freuds theories regarding the Id, Ego & Superego

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6. Teacher Support Materials Grade 10 English Language Arts Common Core State Standards Reading: 1. Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text. Writing: 7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects based on focused questions, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. RL.11.5 (Reading Literature Grade 11 standard 5) Analyze how an authors choices concerning how to structure specific parts of a text contribute to its overall structure and meaning as well as its aesthetic impact. W.11.2 (Writing Grade 11 standard 2) Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization and analysis of content. SL.11.4 (Speaking and Listening Grade 11 Standard 4) Present information, findings and clear supporting evidence, conveying a clear and distinctive perspective such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning, alternative or opposing perspectives are addressed and the organization, developments, substance, and style are appropriate to purpose audience and range of formal and informal tasks. Standards for the 21 st Century Learner Standards for the 21 st Century Learner 1.1.6 Read, view, and listen for information presented in any format (e.g. textual, visual, media, digital) in order to make inferences and gather meaning. 2.1.3 Use strategies to draw conclusions from information and apply knowledge to curricular areas, real-world situations, and further investigations. Time Frame: Two 45 minute class periods for research in the library lab. One period in class or lab for assessment. Differentiation: Direct students to use comprehension tools included in databases, such as: audio read-aloud, labeled reading levels, and embedded dictionaries. Learning Styles: Visual, Auditory, Active, Reflective, Global Understanding, Analytical Understanding AVID Strategies: One Pager Notes to the teacher: Teachers should choose/ approve what character students will examine for the assessment piece of this lesson. Teachers will need to see their technology liaison or library media specialist for assistance in creating accounts for Wall Wisher, Voice Thread and Glogster. Last updated: July 2014 Created by Sarah McComb linked to email address, Social Studies teacher, Updated by Heather Jennings, STAT teacher BCPS Slam Dunk Research Model, Copyright 2014, Baltimore County Public Schools, MD, all rights reserved. The models may be used for educational, non-profit school use only. All other uses, transmissions, and duplications are prohibited unless permission is granted expressly. This lesson is based on Jamie McKenzies Slam Dunk Lesson module.Heather JenningsJamie McKenzies Slam Dunk Lesson module 1111 2222 3333 6666 5555 4444