The Taming of the Shrew - full unit of work

This unit of work (21 Lessons) was designed for A-Level students studying for the Unit 4 IAL Literature exam, Pearson Edexcel. It could easily be adapted for different exam boards or age groups.

Section A: Shakespeare
• Students must answer one essay question from a choice of two on their chosen text.
• The essay questions will give a statement that students must respond to and consider relevant contextual factors and different interpretations of the text.
• 25 marks, AO1, AO2, AO3 and AO5 are assessed.

Learning outcomes Students are required to:

• show knowledge and understanding of how Shakespeare uses dramatic forms to shape meaning in drama texts and evoke responses in audiences
• show knowledge and understanding of a range of ways to read and experience drama texts, responding critically and creatively
• show knowledge and understanding of the contexts in which drama texts have been written and understanding of how these contexts influence meaning
• respond to and evaluate drama texts, drawing on their understanding of interpretations by different audiences/readers
• identify and explore how attitudes and values are expressed in drama texts
• communicate fluently, accurately and effectively their knowledge, understanding and evaluation of drama texts • use literary critical concepts and terminology with understanding and discrimination
• make appropriate use of the conventions of writing in literary studies, referring accurately and appropriately to texts and sources.

Students will study: • how to apply the drama learning from Unit 2 to a Shakespeare text • the significance and influence of contexts • ways to interpret the text independently in response to interpretations by different audiences/readers.