Steve Jobs' Stanford University Commencement Address Speech Comparision
Revitalized Rigor
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Grade Levels
4th - 12th
Resource Type
Standards
CCSSRI.6.2
CCSSCCRA.R.9
CCSSCCRA.R.10
CCSSCCRA.W.9
CCSSCCRA.W.10
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- Word Document File
Revitalized Rigor
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Description
This rigorous, standard-aligned assignment requires students to answer text-dependent short answer questions comparing Steve Jobs' Stanford University Commencement Address to Overcoming Obstacles: How Your Biggest Failure Can Lead to Your Success. These texts can be found online and are free. This is also a good assignment when discussing growth mindset with your students.
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Standards
to see state-specific standards (only available in the US).
CCSSRI.6.2
Determine a central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through particular details; provide a summary of the text distinct from personal opinions or judgments.
CCSSCCRA.R.9
Analyze how two or more texts address similar themes or topics in order to build knowledge or to compare the approaches the authors take.
CCSSCCRA.R.10
Read and comprehend complex literary and informational texts independently and proficiently.
CCSSCCRA.W.9
Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.
CCSSCCRA.W.10
Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences.
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