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Fahrenheit 451 the novel, censorship, and book-burning

Page 1 Introduction Task Resources Process Evaluation #1 Evaluation #2 Conclusion Standards Citations. A WebQuest for 10th Grade Language Arts Based on a template from The WebQuest Page. Fahrenheit 451 the novel, censorship, and book-burning.

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Fahrenheit 451 the novel, censorship, and book-burning

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  1. Page 1 Introduction Task Resources Process Evaluation#1 Evaluation #2 Conclusion Standards Citations A WebQuest for 10th Grade Language Arts Based on a template from The WebQuest Page Fahrenheit 451the novel, censorship, and book-burning Click the flaming arrow to go to page 1

  2. “You don’t have to burn books to destroy a culture. Just get people to stop reading them.” -Ray Bradbury

  3. Introduction • Welcome to the Fahrenheit 451WebQuest! Our adventure begins while reading Ray Bradbury’s 1953 novel warning of the dangers of censorship. Ironically, this novel has been banned and even edited since its publication. We’ll follow this quest to learn more about the history of censorship, book-banning, and even book-burning.

  4. Before you begin, Take a censorship quiz to learn more about it. Click here to go to KIDSPEAK.ORG! Take the “Censorship IQ” quiz and explore the site.

  5. Task • As you follow the WebQuest, you’ll be gathering information to support a position, either for or against censorship. You will be given a role to play during this discussion and will be responsible for collecting and presenting information to support your position in panel discussion form. You will also be submitting a written summary of what you learned and your personal position. The process screen will get you started!

  6. Resources • Websites (imbedded in quest) • Notetaking materials • Computers • The novel, Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury • Individual interviews Back to Process

  7. Process • After being assigned your role, click on the name of your role to follow the links. • Within your assigned role, determine what information will be useful for you to support your position in a panel discussion. Make notes about that information and be sure to keep a list of sources. You may use other reliable sources as well. • This WebQuest will take one school week: 2 days for introduction and research, 2 days for preparation and summary writing, and 1 day for the panel discussion. • Roles: teacher, student, parent, school board member, Ray Bradbury

  8. Role #1 : The Teacher • You are a teacher who believes strongly that books should NOT be banned. You think that your students are capable of making choices and determining what is and is not appropriate (with their parents help). • Scour the following websites to gain information to support your position during the panel discussion. • Sources: A definition of censorship • A list of banned books • History/Nazi book-burnings and propaganda • Nazi book-burning picture • American Library Association • The author’s website • Censorship throughout the ages • More on banned children’s books- This site has many links to explore. Back to Process

  9. Role #2 The Student • You are a student (big stretch, huh?). You believe that 8th grade students are NOT mature enough to handle certain books, especially, Fahrenheit 451. You will defend this position in a panel discussion after researching the history of censorship and book banning. In addition to the novel, use the following resources: A definition of censorship • A list of banned books • History/Nazi book-burnings and propaganda • Nazi book-burning picture • American Library Association • The author’s website • Censorship throughout the ages • More on banned children’s books- This site has many links to explore. Back to Process

  10. Role #3 The Parent • You are a parent of an 8th grader. You may determine your position ( for or against banning the book) after conducting your research. You will defend your position in a panel discussion. • Resources other than the novel - A definition of censorship • A list of banned books • History/Nazi book-burnings and propaganda • Nazi book-burning picture • American Library Association • The author’s website • Censorship throughout the ages • More on banned children’s books- this site has many links to explore Back to Process

  11. Role #4 The School Board Member • You are a school board member. Your duty is to act on the behalf of what is best for the students of your community. After researching the sources, form a position, but be prepared to keep an open mind during the discussion. • Resources other than the novel: - A definition of censorship • A list of banned books • History/Nazi book-burnings and propaganda • Nazi book-burning picture • American Library Association • The author’s website • Censorship throughout the ages • More on banned children’s books- This site has many links to explore. Back to Process

  12. Role #5 Ray Bradbury • You are the author. Obviously, you are against censorship. You are defending your book as well as all literature in the panel discussion. Use the sources below to educate yourself on censorship as well as his opinions on it. • Resources other than the novel: - A definition of censorship • A list of banned books • History/Nazi book-burnings and propaganda • Nazi book-burning picture • American Library Association • The author’s website • Censorship throughout the ages - More on banned children’s books- This site has many links to explore. Back to Process

  13. Evaluation #1 The Panel Discussion • In the panel discussion, each participant will: 1. State his or her role and position clearly 5 points 2. Have support material to back up opinions (documented) 45 points 3. Participate equally, question fairly, and listen actively 40 points 4. Remain professional and respectful within the role 10 points 100 point total Back to task

  14. Evaluation #2 The Summary • In a one page essay, you will: 1. Summarize what you learned about censorship. 30 pts 2. Support your personal (not the role you were assigned) position on the banning of books. 60 points 3. Use standard MLA format (typed, double spaced) 10 points 100 point total Back to Task

  15. Conclusion • Congratulations, you have learned more about censorship and book banning. You should be able to defend your position well using the information you collected through this WebQuest. Feel free to explore other resources or options to prepare your summary and your panel discussion notes.

  16. Citations • American Library Association (2008). http://ala.org/ala/oif.basics/Default2272.cfm • Bradbury, Ray. (1953). Fahrenheit 451. New York: Balentine Books. • Kennedy, Elizabeth. Banning and censorship of children’s books: Banned books the who and why. About.com: Children’s books. Retrieved July 31, 2008, from http://childrensbooks.about.com/cs/censorship/a/censorship.htm • Newth, Mette. (2001). The long history of censorship. Beacon for freedom of expression. Retrieved 31 July, 2008, from http://beaconforfreedom.org/about_project/history.html • Ockerbloom, John M. (1993). Banned books online: unfit for schools and minors? The Online books page. Retrieved July 31, 2008 from, www.onlinebooks.library.upenn.edu • What is censorship? Global Internet Literacy Campaign, Retrieved July 31, 2008, from http://gilc.org/speech/osistudy/censorship\

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