Philosophy
PLATO’S PARABLE OF THE CAVE
Purpose of the assignment:
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1. introduce students to this important piece of Western Literature
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2.critical reading
What students will do:
First, students will try to make sense of the pictures of Plato’s cave.
Next, students (on their own) will read the conversation between Socrates & Glaucon regarding the Parable of the Cave and try to make sense of what is being said.
Then, students will work in groups to help each other interpret the text.
Afterwards, Mr. Harris will point out some of the key components of the text through various class discussions and activities.
Then, students will view each of the videos listed below.
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http://www.teachertube.com/view_video.php?viewkey=e5c4d7ac04765e809556 -
As a culminating project, students will reinterpret Plato’s cave via a drawing incorporating modern day elements. -
Also, students will compare and contrast Plato’s Cave with The Matrix movie.
What students should be able to do at the completion of this unit:
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Define parable -
Draw, label and define all the major elements of Plato’s Cave
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Explain what the parable is attempting to present to its readers
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Work in a group and develop a drawing & explanation of a modern day “reinterpretation” of Plato’s cave
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Compare and contrast Plato’s Cave with the “Matrix” movie
Wednesday, September 30th
Visit the Greek Life link below, read whatever you want on the website, and write down 20 facts about Ancient Greece. Please take your time. There is no finishing early. Today is all about reading and exploring the Ancient Greek Culture.