Topic(s): Family Life, House and Home, School Life & Education
EU Russians place a very high value on education
EQ What can we learn about a culture by looking at its school system?
"It is a D again" is a painting by artist Fyodor Reshetnikov, created in 1952. It is displayed in the Tretyakov Gallery.
The painting reflects the realities of a student's life in the USSR. The picture is well known to the Soviet and Russian public.
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"It is a D again" is a painting by artist Fyodor Reshetnikov, created in 1952. It is displayed in the Tretyakov Gallery.
Examine the painting. Name and describe the people and objects you notice. Write 3-4 questions about the people and other objects you see.
I can identify and describe people and objects.
I can ask questions about people and other objects I see.
With a partner, ask questions and compare your answers.
I can ask questions about student's life reality in Russia.
While looking at the painting, think about what sounds and dialogs you can hear. Do you hear the dog barking? Is mom complaining? Is the sister bullying her brother? Is the car beeping? Bring this picture to life and perform live voice acting.
I can present on familiar and everyday topics.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iAxAgDnW4qc
The video presents one day from the schoolboy's life.
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"It is a D again" is a painting by artist Fyodor Reshetnikov, created in 1952. It is displayed in the Tretyakov Gallery.
Examine the painting and watch the video, read the comments. Compare students' lives in the USSR and in modern Russia. Comment on the video.
I can compare students' lives in the USSR and in modern Russia.
With the partner, discuss differences and similarities in the daily life of students in the USSR and modern Russia.
I can discuss differences and similarities in the daily life of students in the USSR and modern Russia.
Create a detailed instruction What TO Expect When You Live and Study in Russia for the American student who participates in the exchange program and is going to live and study for a year in Russia.
I can give a detailed presentation on a variety of familiar topics.
https://newtonew.com/school/schoolchildren-about-life
Seven high schoolers answer questions about their lives, families, school, future, and favorite books.
Read the article, using a graphic organizer, compare the answers of the Russian students with your reality. What are the differences and similarities? Prepare six questions to ask your classmates.
I can understand the similarities and differences in the daily lives of students in Russia and in the USA.
I can ask questions about daily life, school, books, and plans for the future
With your partner, ask the questions and discuss the differences and similarities between yourself, your partner, and Russian students.
I can discuss the differences and similarities between myself, my peers, and Russian students.
Create a video telling about your life, family, beliefs, school, favorite books, and plans for the future. Watch your peers' videos, leave at least one comment.
I can tell a story based on concrete experiences in academic and social topics.